Up Close: Dylan Kline, Sarah Huffman, and Angie DeWaard

In this episode of Up Close, host Casandra Eames welcomes back three recent guests: Dylan Kline, Sarah Huffman, and Angie DeWaard. Together, they reflect on the themes that connect their stories, including community, curiosity, and care. Casandra shares the threads she noticed across their conversations, from volunteering and raising kids to the small but meaningful ways people find connection in Ames. The group talks about what draws them to seek out new experiences, how the community shows up for one another, and what it means to build a life here. If you'd like to be featured on Up Close, contact Casandra Eames in the City Manager’s Office or email her at [email protected]. The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not reflect the views of the City of Ames or its employees.