Keynote

Sudden Loss of Carroll County Attorney John Werden Stuns Community Ahead of ISAC Keynote Address

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Carroll County, Iowa – John Werden, a prominent figure and long-serving attorney in Carroll County, passed away this week at the age of 69. Werden’s death was sudden and occurred overnight in Des Moines, where he was scheduled to speak the following morning. Werden, who had a robust career in public service, was in Des Moines to address the Iowa State Association of Counties (ISAC) at their annual conference. His commitment to public service was evidenced by his active involvement in ISAC, where he had just been sworn in for the 2025 term in January. … Read more

Superior Court Judge Kimberly Esmond Adams to Deliver Powerful Keynote Speech at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Recognition Breakfast

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SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Superior Court Judge Kimberly Esmond Adams, renowned for her nearly 15-year service in Atlanta courts, has been chosen as the keynote speaker for the upcoming Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Recognition Breakfast. The annual event, which honors the legacy of Dr. King, will take place on January 15 at the Century Center in South Bend. With a bachelor’s degree from Howard University and a law degree from the University of Notre Dame, Judge Adams brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the event. She has remained civically involved … Read more