Still serving Iowa Veterans is a podcast dedicated to informing, supporting, and amplifying the voices of Iowa’s veterans, military members, and the families who stand beside them.
Hosted by Carlene Hall and Darlene McMartin, the show brings real conversations with military leaders, advocates, and community partners to shed light on what service looks like beyond the uniform. From deployments and homecomings to benefits, mental health, and reintegration into civilian life, this podcast focuses on the issues that matter most after service.
Still Serving Iowa Veterans was present for the Flag Raising Ceremony kicking off Suicide Awareness Month at the VA Nebraska Western Iowa Health Care System on Sept.1, 2026.
In this episode Carlene & Darlene sit down to share resources, discuss prevention options, and starting those hard conversations before it is too late. Please join us in working toward removing the stigma around mental health. We know we all deal with challenging situation in life and we need to talk about it, find solutions, share in the learning and just call someone. Call TO help or Call FOR help. So, NO ONE is alone!
31 Jul 2026
A Hidden Iowa Museum Every Veteran Family Should Visit
Every uniform has a story. Every artifact represents a life of service.
In this episode of Still Serving Iowa Veterans, Carlene Hall and Darlene McMartin tour the Shenandoah Veterans Memorial Museum with board members Dave Blaescher and Tyler Maher. Learn how a small community museum has grown into a powerful tribute honoring veterans from the Revolutionary War through today's service members.
Hear the story of founder George Gibson, discover why preserving local military history matters, and see how donated uniforms, personal artifacts, and family stories continue to educate future generations. You'll also learn about the museum's featured veterans, its growing military library, and the volunteers who keep this remarkable museum alive entirely through community support.
If you're ever in southwest Iowa, this museum is well worth the visit.
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24 Jul 2026
How Iowa Select Farms Is Supporting Veterans Across Iowa | Deb & Jeff Hansen Foundation
Iowa Select Farms and the Deb & Jeff Hansen Foundation are making a lasting impact on veterans, active military members, and communities across Iowa.
In this episode of Still Serving Iowa Veterans, Carlene Hall and Darlene McMartin sit down with Laura from the Deb & Jeff Hansen Foundation to discuss the foundation's many programs supporting those who have served. From the popular Pork for Patriots program that provides free pork loins for Veterans Day events, to care package coupons for active-duty military members, veteran hats, and hunger relief initiatives across Iowa, this conversation highlights how one organization is giving back in meaningful ways.
Learn how veteran organizations, VFWs, American Legions, county veteran offices, and individual veterans can take advantage of these programs and discover how Iowa Select Farms continues to strengthen communities throughout the state.
To learn more or request information, visit:
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