On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today as we are getting very close to the June 2, 2026, Primary election. In fact, early voting is underway and we are less than a week away from Election Day. John Bain shares Henry County Politicians Ethics and Campaign Disclosures, Obviously, it’s an important Election because in some races it will determine who faces who in the General Election on November 3, 2026. That all being said, have you ever wondered who sponsors or makes donations to your local politicians so that they can handle their campaign expenses? It isn’t cheap to run for office and some are more extravagant spenders than others in trying to obtain your vote. And those more extravagant spenders seem to have more extravagant campaign donors. One Independent Candidate received a contribution from one individual for $30,000. How the money comes into the candidates and how and who they choose to spend it with is revealed in this episode.

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today with John Bain, it’s all about Community Foundation of Washington County- Community Foundation of Washington County is a 501c3 organization created for local people to improve the quality of life in our county. Our mission is to promote philanthropy, help donors fulfill their charitable goals and to support non-profit organizations. John is joined by his guests, Executive Director of Community Foundation of Washington County Millie Youngquist and Board President Matt Brown, and they discuss their upcoming June 1, 2026 event 100+ People Who Care at Libations on Iowa, to raise $10,000 in one evening for Creative Sprouts and Sleep in Heavenly Peace.

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain visits with Marcus Fedler who is currently serving his 2nd term as the Washington County Board of Supervisor for District 3. First elected during a special election in March of 2021 and subsequently won his first full four-year term in the 2022 election against his current opponent Bill Poch. Marcus shares and clears up his position regarding the challenge of the $15 Million Highland School District Bond Referendum; it was about Election Integrity.

On this VIDEO episode of Southeast Iowa Today John Bain goes for a ride in his cousin, Doug Hepner’s brand new 2026 GMC Denali Ultimate Truck. The guys head up the road and Doug shows the technology of the Super Cruise- GMC’s semi-autonomous driving technology where the driver doesn’t have to use his hands or feet to drive through traffic as the truck does all of the navigating and driving. The future is now!

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.

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!

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.”

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.