Mike Peterson

Shenandoah

News Anchor and Reporter, KMA Radio at KMA-AM (Shenandoah, IA)

News anchor/reporter for KMA Radio in Shenandoah, Iowa.

Articles

Wet weather postpones pool's opening to Wednesday

4 days ago | kmaland.com | Mike Peterson

(Shenandoah) -- Shenandoah's Wilson Aquatic Center is ready for a new swim season. Now it's up to the weather to cooperate. Rain washed out the pool's scheduled opening Tuesday, moving it back to Wednesday at noon. Preparations for the 2026 season began with the pool's filling in early May. Shenandoah's water conservation ordinance coupled with the need for repairs kept the facility closed last summer.
Scholten announces Senate candidacy

4 days ago | kmaland.com | Mike Peterson

(Sioux City) -- Another candidate is seeking the Democratic nomination in Iowa's U.S. Senate race. State Representative J.D. Scholten announced his candidacy Monday in a Facebook video, becoming the latest Democrat to run against Republican incumbent Joni Ernst in 2026. Scholten is currently in his second term representing the Iowa House's 1st District, which covers a large portion of northwest Iowa.
Montgomery County board launches revitalization talks

4 days ago | kmaland.com | Mike Peterson

(Red Oak) -- Montgomery County officials seek a unified effort on urban revitalization. Preliminary discussion took place at Tuesday morning's county board of supervisors meeting. County Auditor Jill Ozuna told the supervisors Tuesday she's reached out to Dorsey & Whitney officials regarding a ZOOM session at an upcoming meeting regarding tax incentives for commercial and industrial development.
Nebraska City council hears Cargill odor update

4 days ago | kmaland.com | Mike Peterson

(Nebraska City) -- Efforts to control or eradicate odor problems from a Nebraska City industry continue. More discussion regarding odors coming from the city's Cargill plant took place at Monday night's Nebraska City City Council meeting. Speaking on KMA's "Morning Line" program Tuesday morning, Nebraska City Mayor Bryan Bequette says up to 30 residents attended the meeting for an update on city and company efforts to address the issue.
Juveniles charged in Red Oak harassment case

5 days ago | kmaland.com | Mike Peterson

(Red Oak) -- Six juveniles face charges in connection with a harassment incident in Red Oak. Red Oak Police say the male juveniles were arrested late Sunday evening for 3rd degree harassment. Police say the victim--a local teacher--reported receiving multiple calls from various phone numbers late last week. Authorities say the callers appeared to be young males attempting to disguise their voices, with audible laughter heard in the background.
Ringgold County man booked for sex offender registration violation

5 days ago | kmaland.com | Mike Peterson

(Mount Ayr) -- Another arrest is made in connection with an investigation in Ringgold County. The Ringgold County Sheriff's Office says 46-year-old Robert Wayne McNutt was arrested late Wednesday afternoon for a sex offender registration violation, and contempt of court--tampering, 1st degree. McNutt was arrested in connection with a search warrant executed at the Ramsey Farms located east of Mount Ayr last Tuesday.
Glenwood plans ambulance push-in ceremonies

5 days ago | kmaland.com | Mike Peterson

(Glenwood) -- Glenwood officials are welcoming an update to the city's emergency vehicle fleet. Traditional push-in ceremonies take place for the city's new ambulance at the Glenwood Fire Station Tuesday evening at 6. Glenwood Fire Chief Matt Gray tells KMA News the new vehicle replaces an older model with 200,000 miles. "Basically, it was just time for it to be replaced due to the high mileage," said Gray.
McQueen announces reelection bid

5 days ago | kmaland.com | Mike Peterson

(Shenandoah) -- Shenandoah Mayor Roger McQueen is running for another term. McQueen formally announced his candidacy in the November general elections on KMA's "Morning Line" program Monday morning. Elected in November, 2021, McQueen succeeded Dick Hunt, who retired after four terms as mayor. McQueen says he's running for a second term to achieve more goals for the city. "I think the first year or so, you're kind of learning city government, and so forth," said McQueen.
Clarinda schools join insurance storm protection fund

5 days ago | kmaland.com | Mike Peterson

(Clarinda) -- Clarinda's School District joins a united effort providing a financial cushion for potential storm damage repairs. Recently, the Clarinda School District approved participation in the EMC Insurance Storm Protection Fund. Clarinda School Superintendent Jeff Privia tells KMA News his district joins others in Iowa contributing up to $25,000 into a risk management fund available for roof replacement and other damage incurred by severe storms.
More Cargill odor discussion on Nebraska City council agenda

6 days ago | kmaland.com | Mike Peterson

(Nebraska City) -- Nebraska City officials are still troubleshooting odor issues with a local industry. More discussion is expected at Monday night's Nebraska City City Council meeting regarding smells coming from the city's Cargill facility. on a recent edition of KMA's "Morning Line" program, Nebraska City Mayor Bryan Bequette aired concerns regarding the odors at a previous council meeting late last month.