KMA-AM (Shenandoah, IA)

KMA (960 AM) is a radio station based in Shenandoah, Iowa. It has a rich history and is one of the rare stations in the United States that can trace its roots back to its original owners from 1925.

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#129569

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Extreme heat creating concerns for Iowa’s livestock and crops

2 days ago | kmaland.com | Mark A. Magnuson

The extreme heat in recent days has felt more like late July or August and is causing stress for livestock and crops in Iowa. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says the more immediate concern is for livestock. https://d30hko96l9xirl.cloudfront.net/Iowamediafolder/2025/06/heatstress1.mp3High humidity and overnight temperatures in the upper 70s and 80s is exacerbating stress for livestock, says Rippey.
Storms, wind, and hail testing the resilience of northwest Iowa crops

3 days ago | kmaland.com | Mark A. Magnuson

Early in the growing season, as spring transitions to summer, the weather can be unpredictable and difficult to deal with for growers. Eric Bartels is a northwest Iowa Beck’s Hybrids agronomist, and he says that June has delivered no shortage of weather challenges to northwest Iowa’s farmers. https://d30hko96l9xirl.cloudfront.net/Iowamediafolder/2025/06/EricB001.mp3Despite most crops bouncing back from weather damage this June, Bartels says there are some notable exceptions.
Expanding corn markets a top NCGA goal

3 days ago | kmaland.com | Dustin Hoffmann

U.S. corn growers face mounting challenges in marketing their crop abroad, from persistent ag trade deficits to being undercut by Brazilian corn during their peak harvest season. Shifting global demand has made it harder for American producers to stay competitive. Despite these headwinds, the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) is working alongside other ag organizations to expand trade, open new markets, and influence trade policy at home and abroad.
Applications now open for the 2026 ASA - Corteva Agriscience Young Leader Program

3 days ago | kmaland.com | Mark A. Magnuson

If you are passionate about farming, ready to connect with agricultural industry leaders and grow your leadership skills, the Young Leader Program is for you!Program sponsors American Soybean Association and Corteva are seeking farmers to apply for the 2026 ASA Corteva Agriscience Young Leader Program. Phase I of the 2025-26 Young Leader program will take place Dec. 1-4 at Corteva’s Global Business Center in Johnston, Iowa. It continues Feb. 24-Feb.
Pottawattamie County board denies reinstatement of county engineer

4 days ago | kmaland.com | Ethan Hewett

(Council Bluffs) -- Pottawattamie County officials have voted to uphold their previous decision to terminate the county engineer's contract. During a special meeting Monday, the county board of supervisors held a grievance hearing requested by John Rasmussen, whose contract was not renewed by a 3-2 vote late last month. The supervisors had also voted to place Rasmussen on administrative leave until June 30th and advertise for the position.
Council Bluffs man arrested on Mills County warrant Sunday

4 days ago | kmaland.com | Ethan Hewett

(Glenwood) -- A Council Bluffs man was booked on a warrant in Glenwood over the weekend. The Glenwood Police Department says 51-year-old William Weis was arrested Sunday on a Mills County warrant for driving while barred. Weis was taken to the Mills County Jail and held on $5,000 cash only bond. At KMA, we attempt to be accurate in our reporting. If you see a typo or mistake in a story, please contact us by emailing [email protected].
Glenwood man booked on multiple drug charges

4 days ago | kmaland.com | Ethan Hewett

(Glenwood) -- A Glenwood man faces a bevy of drug-related charges following his arrest Sunday. The Glenwood Police Department says 40-year-old Richard Germar was arrested for a used or expired drug tax stamp, a controlled substance violation, possession of a controlled substance, gathering, keeping premises for controlled substances, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Germar was taken to the Mills County Jail and held held on $14,300 cash or surety bond.
Pottawattamie County accident results in fatality

4 days ago | kmaland.com | Ethan Hewett

(Treynor) -- One person was killed in a single-vehicle accident while fleeing a Pottawattamie County deputy early Sunday morning. The Pottawattamie County Sheriff's Office says at around 3:15 a.m., a deputy observed a 2021 Mercedes passenger car crossing the centerline of Highway 92 in the area of Hope Lane and initiated a traffic stop.
Colorado woman booked for drug possession in Creston

4 days ago | kmaland.com | Ethan Hewett

(Creston) -- A Colorado woman faces drug charges following her arrest in Creston early Monday morning. The Creston Police Department says 56-year-old Susan Rae White of Canon City, Colorado was arrested shortly after midnight for possession of a controlled substance, 2nd offense. Authorities say the arrest occurred at the intersection of Chestnut and Clark Streets. White was taken to the Union County Jail and released after posting $2,000 cash or surety bond.
Severe storms, excessive rainfall possible in KMAland Monday

4 days ago | kmaland.com | Ethan Hewett

(KMAland) -- While KMAland residents can expect some relief from the heat this week, the risk for severe weather and excessive rainfall returns to the region on Monday. The National Weather Service currently has the majority of KMAland, including southwest Iowa, southeast Nebraska, and northwest Missouri, under a slight risk for severe weather, with the greatest threat between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. Monday.