At Home in North Iowa

Bridgette was hired last year for the Director of Curriculum and Instruction for the Mason City School District. She oversees the whole education program for the district to ensure that what they're providing is meeting the needs for the students. Bridgette has grown to really love this community and has a passion for her role in education. In this episode she answers some hard hitting questions from the public that we received, as well as educates us on what each school has to offer, and lets us know what is so great about the Mason City School District.  To contact Bridgette:  E: [email protected] To contact Cassidy Harris:  P: 641-420-1346 E: [email protected]  To contact Steve Bailey:  P: 641-420-4344 E: [email protected] 

   Today we sit down and chat with Day Peace, a hilarious Midwest comedian. His recent comedy album "Peace of Mind (Side B)" debuted and is #1 on Amazon and iTunes! Like to laugh? He has been hosting multiple comedy shows in the North Iowa area, make sure to give this one a listen! To contact Cassidy Harris:  P: 641-420-1346 E: [email protected] To contact Steve Bailey: P: 641-420-4344 E: [email protected]

How is the market? Sit down and talk with Cassidy and Steve about real estate and life. Our guest with star power, Joe Malone is joining us today.  To contact Cassidy Harris:  P: 641-420-1346 E: [email protected]  To contact Steve Bailey:  P: 641-420-4344 E: [email protected]

Today we sit down with Erin Luong and Evan Hulbert, 2 students from the 2022 Leadership North Iowa Class, put on by the Mason City Chamber of Commerce. Every year the Leadership North Iowa class completes a project to impact the North Iowa community. This year Mason City's Friday Night Live's will be changing and for the years coming as well, as it has been revamped with the help of LNI. Learn more about these details in this episode.  To contact Cassidy Harris:  P: 641-420-1346 E: [email protected]  To contact Steve Bailey:  P: 641-420-4344 E: [email protected]

Lindsey James is the executive director for Visit Mason City and a member of the advisory board for Ragbrai. Tune in to this episode to hear all the great details of Ragbrai 2022. We also will be diving in to talk about other upcoming events and all the details of the Visit Mason City Center.  To contact Visit Mason City:  P: 641.422.1663 To contact Cassidy Harris:  P: 641-420-1346 E: [email protected] To contact Steve Bailey:  P: 641-420-4344 E: [email protected] 

Noah Harris is the Chamber's Program Director and is responsible for coordinating and facilitating Chamber events and programs. Noah holds a bachelors degree in strategic public relations from the University of Northern Iowa. He grew up in Mason City and moved back after college to be closer to family. Listen in to find out about some of the events Noah helps to coordinate with the Chamber, what you can expect with Band Fest this year and neat changes happening to events this summer.  To contact Noah Harris at the chamber: 641.423.5724 To contact Cassidy Harris REALTOR Associate with CENTURY 21 Preferred:  P: 641-420-1346 E: [email protected]  To contact Steve Bailey REALTOR Associate with CENTURY 21 Preferred:  P: 641-420-4344 E: [email protected]

Today we sit down and talk with Aaron Burnett, who is the City Administrator for Mason City. Let's talk about all the things going on in Mason City. The skywalk being built, get an update on the hotel being built. The mall upgrades, where are we on those? The River Complex is building another one, hear more about that. And so much more!  Aaron began his service with the City of Mason City in 2018 and has been in city management since 2010 working previously for both Keokuk, Iowa and Humboldt, Iowa. As the first administrator for the City of Keokuk, he established a strong culture of professional city management within the city and received the Iowa City Manager of the Year award for 2017. Additionally, Aaron has been recognized by the International City/County Management Association with the designation of Credentialed Manager. To Contact Cassidy Harris: C: 641-420-1346 E: [email protected] To Contact Steve Bailey:  C: 641-420-4344 E: [email protected] 

Pottery on the Plaza is about so much more than just pottery. It's a fun, relaxing experience the whole family can enjoy. And now with the new Pottery on the Plaza, in Mason City, North Iowans can enjoy. We talk with Colleen Frein and dive into all about her new pottery business and the Mason City Chamber of Commerce, where she serves as the Vice President & Membership Director!  You can find Pottery on the Plaza here ---->  Facebook: Pottery on the Plaza | Facebook Website: Home | Pottery on the Plaza  To contact Cassidy Harris:  E: [email protected] P: 641-420-1346  To contact Steve Bailey:  E: [email protected] P: 641-420-4344

Brian Pauly is the Superintendent of Recreation and Golf for Mason City. His story is so intriguing! Learn more about Brian, and his excitement for Mason City. We had a lot of fun talking with Brian and hearing about him. We got goosebumps listening to him talk up Mason City and all of the positive changes North Iowa has made throughout the years. We're hoping to have him on for a part 2 to learn more about upcoming events!!  To contact Cassidy Harris:  P: 641-420-1346 E: [email protected]  To contact Steve Bailey:  P: 641-420-4344 E: [email protected]  modern-res.net

Today we talk with Jenn Pope, the owner of a new business called Roots Nutrition Counseling and More! For 3+ years Jenn has been taking a food first approach with patients. With a four-year degree from Iowa State and a Master of Science in Nutrition Diagnostics, she prides herself on being a well-rounded, knowledgeable dietician. She is grounded in a realistic approach that is centered around whole food as the basis of her nutrition strategies. Jenn prides herself on being relatable and easy to talk to about the many components of nutrition. She can't wait to work with you! Listen in on this episode to learn more about her new business and what she all has to offer along with some good nutrition tips!   To contact Cassidy Harris:  P: 641-420-1346 E: [email protected]   To contact Steve Bailey:  P: 641-420-4344 E: [email protected]  modern-res.net