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Alisa Roth from Bloomworks Floral joins Morning Coffee in the Studios on Willow to talk all things Christmas flowers, from poinsettias and grave blankets to why TikTok suddenly made Christmas cactuses sell out. She shares how shipping costs and tariffs impact fresh flower prices, why relationships matter more than ever in small business, and details on the popular “Blooms & Brews” DIY floral nights at local venues. It is a fun, thoughtful conversation about creativity, community, and keeping it local in Council Bluffs. #MorningCoffeeWithToddStuder #yourvoiceamplified #BloomworksFloral #CouncilBluffs #ShopLocal #SupportSmallBusiness #ChristmasFlowers #BloomsAndBrews #SouthwestIowa #LocalBusiness

Stephanie Willis from NAMI Southwest Iowa joins Todd in the studio to share details on two big community events happening this Saturday: Breakfast with the Grinch in Neola and the evening Puzzle-Palooza at the Dew Drop Inn in McClelland. From pancakes and Santa letters to timed puzzle battles with dinner included, both events raise vital funds that stay right here in Southwest Iowa to support mental health programs across nine counties. Learn how NAMI meets people where they are, why these events matter, and how you can be part of the day. #MorningCoffeeWithToddStuder #yourvoiceamplified #NAMISouthwestIowa #SupportLocal #MentalHealthMatters #SouthwestIowa #CommunityEvents #BreakfastWithTheGrinch #PuzzlePalooza

Todd and Kyle dive into plans for an all-new weekly sports show covering Council Bluffs high schools and Iowa Western, discuss the momentum building at the Studios on Willow, announce new tenants in the Park Building, and outline the roadmap leading to Local Stream Media. A big step toward bringing hyper-local coverage back to the community. #MorningCoffeeWithToddStuder #YourVoiceAmplified #CouncilBluffs #LocalSports #LocalStreamMedia #StudiosOnWillow #SWIowa #CommunityDriven

Gabe Barney from Pottawattamie County Emergeny Management makes a vist to the Studios on Willow to talk winter preparedness on this episode of Morning Coffee! #LoessHillsMedia #YourVoiceAmplified #PottawattamieCounty #WinterPreparedness #morningcoffeewithtoddstuder

Brandy Wallar is back in The Studios on Willow to continue the conversation about New Visions Homeless Services on this episode of Morning Coffee! This is part 2 of a 2 part interview. #YourVoiceAmplified #southwestiowa #morningcoffeewithtoddstuder #homelessnessawareness

Brandy Wallar visits The Studios on Willow and joins Todd to talk about the work being done at New Visions Homeless Services on this episode of Morning Coffee! This is part 1 of a 2 part interview. #YourVoiceAmplified #southwestiowa #morningcoffeewithtoddstuder #homelessnessawareness

Back at the Studios on Willow, Todd and Kyle sit down among newly delivered furniture, fresh rugs, and the early stages of a fully built creative space. They talk about the progress of the studios, the setup work that has strained a few muscles, and the next steps in getting each room ready for production. They also highlight the major giveaway now open at TaleSlate.studio, offering five complete video and podcast packages valued at over $1,000 each. With the first guests already stopping by and new equipment on the way, Todd and Kyle share what the Studios on Willow will offer businesses and nonprofits across Council Bluffs and Southwest Iowa. #yourvoiceamplified #morningcoffeewithtoddstuder #studiosonwillow #councilbluffs #localmedia #podcaststudio #videomarketing #smallbusinesssupport #southwestiowa

Back on Morning Coffee with Cindy Schmader of ServiceMaster Restore by Schmader to talk about mold, hidden water damage, and why even a simple leak in a vacation home or basement can turn into a serious problem. Cindy explains why bleach is not a solution, when you need a professional, and how regular inspections under sinks, around doors, and in basements can save your home and your health. #yourvoiceamplified #morningcoffeewithtoddstuder #servicemaster #moldremoval #waterdamage #homemaintenance #councilbluffs #southwestiowa #localmedia

Todd and Bryce are back with another restaurant hightlight, this time from The Porch in Council Bluffs! #morningcoffeewithtoddstuder #YourVoiceAmplified #southwestiowa #theporchcouncilbluffs #gliinsurancegroup