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

First Parasitic Infection Confirmed in Iowa Cattle Herd

1 week ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

A parasite that can cause sickness and even death in cattle has found its way into the state of Iowa. CBS2 reports that a cattle herd in southeast Iowa has been infected with a parasite called Theileriosis. It is carried by the Asian Longhorned Tick according to experts at Iowa State University. The parasite affects red and white blood cells in cattle. How Are Cattle Infected With The Parasite?
Servers Say Iowa City Restaurant Paid No Wages, Only Tips

1 week ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

The federal government is suing a chain of Mexican restaurants based in Iowa City for allegedly paying some of its employees only with the tips from customers. Which Restaurant Chain in Iowa City is Being Sued? The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports that a lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court, the U.S. Department of Labor is alleging that 33-year-old Rocio Correa-Mata of Iowa City violated the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Collins Aerospace Announces Additional Cedar Rapids Layoffs

1 week ago | kdat.com | Ryan Brainard

Three months ago, Collins Aerospace laid off 160 workers from its Cedar Rapids location. The company has confirmed that more layoffs are coming soon. The Corridor Business Journal reports that Collins Aerospace has confirmed that it has laid off 131 employees from its operations in Cedar Rapids and Decorah.
Sidelined Star: When Could Caitlin Clark Suit Up Again?

2 weeks ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

You knew the Indiana Fever would struggle with Caitlin Clark out of the lineup. Clark missed her fifth straight game last night as Indiana lost to the Atlanta Dream. With last night's loss to Atlanta, USA Today reports the Fever fall to 4-5 on the season and 2-3 with Caitlin Clark out of the lineup. Indiana has been hit hard by injuries early this season, with both Clark and Sophie Cunningham missing significant time. Why Has Caitlin Clark Been Sidelined?
Former Hawkeye Don Nelson awarded NBA Lifetime Achievement.

2 weeks ago | k923.fm | Ryan Brainard

Basketball Hall of Famer and three-time NBA Coach of the Year Don Nelson received another career honor on Sunday. The former Hawkeye great has been selected as the winner of the Chuck Daly Lifetime Achievement Award, according to ESPN. When Did Don Nelson Play at the University of Iowa? Don Nelson attended Rock Island High School in the Quad Cities and was recruited to the University of Iowa by another Rock Island grad, Hawkeye coach Sharm Scheuerman.
Top BBQ in America? DoorDash Says This Iowa Restaurant Delivers

2 weeks ago | kdat.com | Ryan Brainard

DoorDash has ranked an Iowa restaurant as one of the best spots for BBQ food in the United States. How did DoorDash come up with its rankings? The Des Moines Register reports that it analyzed restaurants with fewer than 10 locations on its app. To qualify for the list, the restaurant needed over 1,000 reviews and a top overall customer rating. Only 25 restaurants in the nation were selected, according to the Register. Which Iowa Restaurant Made the DoorDash List?
Former Iowa State Standout Haliburton Becoming NBA Elite

3 weeks ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

The NBA Finals begin tonight, and a former Iowa State star is among the players in the spotlight. Former Cyclone Tyrese Haliburton is the starting point guard for the Indiana Pacers, who take on the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight in game one of the NBA Finals. Haliburton has become one of the top young stars in the NBA and was a big reason the Pacers are four wins away from an NBA title. Where is Tyrese Haliburton From?
A Sneak Peak at Ben McCollum's New Look Hawkeyes!

3 weeks ago | koel.com | Ryan Brainard

It's been an offseason to remember for Iowa men's basketball fans. Fran McCaffery is gone. Ben McCollum moves in. Players leave. New players arrive! Yesterday, we finally got our first look at what this year's Iowa men's basketball team will look like!Who Are the Players to Watch for Iowa? It all starts with point guard Bennett Stirtz. He followed head coach Ben McCollum from Drake to Iowa, along with many other former Bulldog players.
Joni Ernst Doubles Down With Sarcastic Apology Over 'Die' Remark

3 weeks 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

3 weeks 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?