SOUTHEAST IOWA TODAY With John Bain

Giant Trolls Inhabit Clinton, Iowa!

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain heads to Clinton, Iowa, in search for the Giant Trolls now inhabiting the area. Danish Recycling Artist Thomas Dambo has brought his vision to Clinton, Iowa, in the form of giant trolls that reflect Clinton’s rich lumber history. John introducesyou to Helmut, Marvin, Warren and a fourth troll hanging out at Eagle Point Park.

America 250-Meet Texas’ James Bowie

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain stops in New Boston, Texas, where the Bowie County Courthouse resides. Bowie County is named after Texas legend James Bowie. John shares some history of the man and the county that is named after him as America 250 rolls on!

Memorial Day 2026

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain shares a Memorial Day lesson and message as well as scripture in honor of the Holiday. He also explains why it is okay to also recognize that Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start of summer and it involves a complicated word called “Freedom.”

Washington CO District 5- Brendan DeLong Wants to be Your Next Supervisor

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain visits with Republican Primary Candidate for District 5 Washington County Supervisor Brendan DeLong. Brendan shares his thoughts on why he is the best choice for District 5 and how he would work as a Washington County IowaSupervisor. It all happened May 14, 2026.

Washington, IA-County Supervisor District 3: Republican Candidate Forum & Uncontested County Candidates

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain attends the Washington Chamber’s County Supervisor District 3: Republican Candidate and uncontested County Candidate Forum. The event was held at the Washington County Board of Supervisors Chambers. Candidates Marcus Fedler and Bill Poch as well as Unopposed Candidates; for County Recorder Teresa Mangold, County Treasurer Lindsay Greiner Adam and County Attorney Nathan Repp tookquestions from the Moderator Eric Buchholz and the Public as well as shared their vision for Washington County Iowa. It all happened May 15, 2026.