Ryan Brainard

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Morning Show Host at KHAK-FM (Cedar Rapids, IA)

Contributor at KOEL-AM (Oelwein, IA)

Mornings on 98.1 KHAK since '99. Father, Husband, DJ....sometimes not in that order.

Articles

Joni Ernst Doubles Down With Sarcastic Apology Over 'Die' Remark

5 days ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

Iowa Senator Joni Ernst found herself in a firestorm after comments last Friday during a town hall meeting in Parkersburg. Her apology over the weekend left many shaking their heads. What Did Senator Ernst Say at her Town Hall? Senator Ernst held her first town hall meeting of 2025 on Friday in Parkersburg, Iowa. The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports that Ernst received both praise and boos from the crowd. But one answer in particular drew a harsh response.
Iowa's Best Burger 2024 Winner Says Goodbye After One Year

5 days ago | my1053wjlt.com | Ryan Brainard

The restaurant industry isn't for the faint of heart. One year you can be winning awards, and the next thing you know, you're closing your doors. The Des Moines Register reports that a restaurant that earned the Iowa Beef Industry Council's Best Burger Award in 2024 is closing after just over a year in business. Which Restaurant Won Best Burger in 2024?
You’ll Never Guess What Was Hiding in This Iowa Bin Store

6 days ago | kxrb.com | Ryan Brainard

Discount 'bin' stores are all the rage in Iowa and across the nation. Shoppers can browse tables full of bins with overstock and returned items and potentially find some great deals in the process. At a recently opened discount store in Iowa, shoppers found more than they bargained for. Where Ya Bin Opens First Iowa LocationOn May 2nd, Where Ya Bin opened its first Iowa location, according to the Des Moines Register.
Iowa's Best Burger 2024 Winner Says Goodbye After One Year

1 week ago | kdat.com | Ryan Brainard

The restaurant industry isn't for the faint of heart. One year you can be winning awards, and the next thing you know, you're closing your doors. The Des Moines Register reports that a restaurant that earned the Iowa Beef Industry Council's Best Burger Award in 2024 is closing after just over a year in business. Which Restaurant Won Best Burger in 2024?
Caitlin Clark’s Injury: Genuine Setback or Tactical Move by the Fever?

1 week ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

Life without Caitlin Clark has begun for the Indiana Fever, and it began with the team's worst loss so far this WNBA season. The Indiana Fever announced on Monday that Clark would miss two weeks of action due to a quad injury. That news reverberated around the WNBA. USA Today reports that ticket prices for the four games that Clark is scheduled to miss have plummeted on the secondary ticket market.
Former ISU Standout Haliburton Tallies Historic Triple-Double

1 week ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

The Indiana Pacers are one win away from the NBA Finals, and a large reason for their success is former Iowa State Cyclone star Tyrese Haliburton. From the opening tip, Haliburton was in full control of the Pacers' offense as Indiana topped the New York Knicks 130-121 to go up 3 games to 1 in the best-of-seven Eastern Conference Finals, according to ESPN. Tyrese Haliburton Leads the Way With a Triple-DoubleTo say that Haliburton had a great game would be an understatement.
You’ll Never Guess What Was Hiding in This Iowa Bin Store

1 week ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

Discount 'bin' stores are all the rage in Iowa and across the nation. Shoppers can browse tables full of bins with overstock and returned items and potentially find some great deals in the process. At a recently opened discount store in Iowa, shoppers found more than they bargained for. Where Ya Bin Opens First Iowa LocationOn May 2nd, Where Ya Bin opened its first Iowa location, according to the Des Moines Register.
Caitlin Clark to Miss Games Due to Ongoing Quad Problem

1 week ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

During her four years at the University of Iowa and her one season with the Indiana Fever in the WNBA, Caitlin Clark had never missed a game. That streak is about to come to an end. ESPN reports that the Indiana Fever announced on Monday that Clark will be out of the lineup for at least two weeks due to a left quad strain. Clark missed Indiana's preseason opener with an undisclosed leg injury but played in Iowa City as the Fever topped the Brazilian National Team.
Iowa Drivers Rejoice: Lowest Memorial Day Gas Prices in Years

2 weeks ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

While many items in stores remain expensive, the one area where Iowans actually are saving some money is at the gas pump. And as we head towards the Memorial Day weekend, prices at the pump will be the lowest in years. What is the Average Price of Gas per Gallon in the U.S?CNN reports that as of Memorial Day, the nationwide average price of gas will be $3.08 per gallon. The statistics from the website Gas Buddy reveal that gas prices will be the lowest during the holiday weekend since 2021.
Stephen King’s Iowa-Filmed Thriller Returns for Exclusive Showing

2 weeks ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

You would assume that any movie that deals with corn would be set in the state of Iowa. A Stephen King classic might not have been set in the Hawkeye state, but large portions of the movie were filmed here. The movie 'Children of the Corn' is coming back to Iowa. The classic Stephen King novel turned movie is about a group of adults who fall victim to a dangerous cult and an evil entity. And oh yeah...kids are involved. Where Was 'Children of the Corn' Filmed?