It's hard to believe it's been over 25 years since I started delivering the news at KOEL-AM! We have seen and heard a lot of changes over that time. Many friendly voices/faces have come and gone. And on a personal note, for my wife and I, it has been 40+ years of wedded bliss, both of our daughters are grown and gone, and the family continues to evolve. And I still take a little time each year to play tennis, take pictures (most of them during our vacation, to scenic midwest destinations), cheer on the Packers, watch a few movies, and attend an occasional rock concert with my best friend: my wife! Thanks to all of you faithful listeners over the years; I hope to be your morning (radio) companion for years to come!
Roger King
Fatal Electrocution in Hazleton, and Deadly Accident Near Oxford
Buchanan County Sheriff reports an electrocution in Hazleton, and the Iowa State Patrol is looking into a deadly three vehicle accident near Oxford.
Oelwein Police Arrest 2 on Drug Charges in Separate Cases
The Oelwein Police Department has released information on two arrests, that involve illegal drugs.
Clayton County Man ID’ed as Person Killed by Law Enforcement
A suspect armed with a knife, shot dead while standing near a burning building in Jones County, has been identified as an Elkport resident.
NE Iowa Bank Receives Cease and Desist Order for Risky Practices
A bank in Northeast Iowa is challenging a cease and desist order from federal regulators, for it's use of risky practices in conducting bank business.
Women Arrested for Fight in Oelwein
Oelwein Police report that arrests were made in connection with a physical altercation between two women.
Train Derails Near New Hampton, Leaking Anhydrous and Fuel
Authorities are looking for the cause of a train derailment in rural Chickasaw County, in which rail cars carrying anhydrous started to leak.
Parkersburg Woman Dies in Car/Semi Accident
A Butler County accident has left a Parkersburg woman dead, and a two vehicle accident near Cedar Falls results in a charge filed against a Waterloo teen.`
Postville Man Jailed After Chase in Oelwein
Oelwein Police report that a Postville man was arrested after a chase through the city, 5 people have been arrested for illegal drugs, and a routine traffic stop has landed a Strawberry Point man in jail.
Fatal Fire in Swisher, Plus a Garage Fire in Hiawatha
Wednesday fires in eastern Iowa, killed a Swisher woman, and destroyed a Hiawatha garage.
Investigation Finds Indy Jail Released Inmates Too Early
The State Auditor's Office discovered inmates at the jail in Independence, were being released earlier than their sentence, without permission to do so.