Salem Elementary Fence Questions: The Real Reason Revealed

Salem Elementary Fence Questions: The Real Reason Revealed

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today, John Bain reports from Salem Elementary School in Salem, Iowa. The school is set to close at the end of the 2026-2027 school year, meaning the students attending this year (August 2026–May 2027) will be the last ones in the Mount Pleasant Community School District to attend Salem Elementary. The closure decision was finalized on April 27, 2026, during a special school board meeting at Mount Pleasant High School. The board voted 4-3 in favor of closing the school in fall 2027. Voting yes: Angie Blint, Aaron Williamson, Josh Maher, Mark Hampton. Voting no: Craig Hurd, Mark Overberg, Kevin Schrader. Local taxpayers are now questioning why the district plans to install a new fence at Salem Elementary just before closing it. Critics call it a short-term waste of taxpayer dollars on a building that will soon no longer serve students. Many are calling for better planning, greater transparency, and decisions that prioritize students and the community over closing buildings. John Bain reached out to School Board President Angie Blint for comment on the fence issue. And her response is on this episode.

Eldridge City Council Wants Fire Dept.’s Trust

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain attends the Eldridge City Council Special Committee of the Whole Meeting for discussion on the future of fire protection and EMS Services in the City of Eldridge, Iowa. The Fire Department has lost trust in the city. The City Council says they don’t want that. It all happened July 13, 2026.

America 250: Honoring the Nation’s Heroes at Washington DC’s Iconic Memorials

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain continues the America 250 Tour from Washington, D.C. as he visits the Iconic Memorials that honor our Nation’s Heroes. Stops include: The Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, WW II Memorial and Korean War Memorial. This visit took place on June 6, 2026, and reflects the True events of that day.

Henry CO BOS Meeting July 9, 2026

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain is back in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, for the Henry County Board of Supervisors Meeting at the Emergency Management Building. Secondary Roads updates from Jake Hotchkiss, more information from County Assessor Nathan Milks regarding Homestead & Military Credits, and interesting information from Henry County Attorney Becky Wilson regarding the increases in Active Cases and Court Hearings scheduled in comparison to the same time last year. The episode wraps up with Public Comments that as always turn into Podcast Gold! It all happened July 9, 2026.

Eldridge Mayor Calls Special Committee of the Whole Meeting on Fire Department

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain attends the Eldridge, Iowa, City Council Meeting at the Eldridge Community Center. The meeting was very well attended by the public as attention getting items were on the agenda, including Presentation of Life Saving Award for Officer Erik Johnson, Public Comment and a presentation from Scott Girard with Community Perceptions: Results from the Community Input Survey. It all happened July 6, 2026.