In this special episode of Up Close, Casandra Eames brings together three former guests—Bill Gallus, Sally Shaver Dubois, and Jen King—for a lively roundtable where personal stories and shared experiences reveal unexpected connections.
From growing up near Iowa State to finding purpose in service, the conversation flows through weather, music, healthcare, and community with ease and warmth. As their stories intertwine, themes of place, passion, and people rise to the surface.
It’s an episode full of laughs, discoveries, and the kind of real-life intersections that make Ames feel like home.
The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not reflect those of the City of Ames or its employees.
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Have a story to share? Reach out to Casandra Eames in the City Manager's Office or email Casandra.Eames@CityofAmes.org to be featured on a future episode.
