R-Town, the show about Rochester: Recent Episodes
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As one of the economic engines of the KSMQ viewing area, Rochester, Minnesota is brimming with business, cultural and historical significance. And of course there is also great change taking place as a result of the Destination Medical Center project. What is Rochester talking about? Join Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara each week as we take a trip to “R-Town.”
This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara is meeting Psalms Frye, owner and Doula of Peace and Compassion Birth Services. Danielle Teal checks in with Dan Sweeney from Great Harvest Bread Co. in Rochester. We learn a little bit more about cross-country skiing, and we learn how to be smart salters throughout the winter with Sadie Neuman. Lastly, we sit down with Dr. Tej Khalsa to discuss their new podcast, The Last Breath Podcast, designed to connect you to your inner being, higher meaning, and greater purpose. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 2-18-22)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara sits down with Dan Fifield, RN, from The Landing MN to discuss how their nonprofit has grown in the last three years. We head to Silver Lake Foods to explore the oldest grocery store in Rochester, and visit Quarry Hill Nature Center to hear what they do when the weather gets chilly. Danielle Teal checks in with Christine Beech to learn about her business, Copiavia, and how they are helping nonprofits. Lastly, Nicole meets author Leilani Raashida Henry and Abby Currier, the Community Engagement and Events Coordinator with the History Center of Olmsted County. They discuss Henry's new book, The Call of Antartica: Exploring and Protecting Earth's Coldest Continent, and the upcoming author discussion at the History Center on February 19th. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 2-11-22)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara chats with the President of the Rochester NAACP Wale Elegbede about the upcoming Black History Month Speaker Series. Danielle Teal visits with Chef Eman Abdulmuaty from SETO Bakery. We meet Rochester piano teacher Mackenzie Roberts, and head back to Gray Duck Theater & Coffeehouse to chat with Andy Smith. Lastly, we meet Brenda Kardock, Adam Dickinson, and Catherine Davis with the Rochester Public Library Foundation. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 2-4-22)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara checks in with Patrick and Sarah Phelan, co-owners of Fiddlehead Coffee Co., to discuss their newest location opening in Rochester this spring. Danielle Teal chats with Sheila Buehler APRN, CNP, to learn more about her new business, Foot Care Professionals LLC. Andy Smith tells us all about the recently opened Garden Party Books, and we meet Sarge, a K9 who competed in a national police dog competition. Finally, Nicole discusses the the Bloomberg Philanthropies Global Mayors Challenge with Rochester Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director Chao Mwatela and Community Co-Designer and Equity Specialist Wafa Elkhalifa. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 1-28-22)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara meets with Meaghan Sherden, MPH, and Michael Melius from Olmsted County Public Health to discuss the recent rise in COVID-19 cases and what makes the Omicron variant unique. We discuss taxes with David Oeth from the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program to learn what might look different as you file this year. We check out the "Homecoming Queen" exhibit at the Rochester Art Center, and visit the new Treedome storefront on Broadway. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 1-21-22)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara meets Dr. Azar Maluki, Board Chair of the Iraqi and American Reconciliation Project, to discuss the upcoming listening session at the Rochester Area Foundation. We visit the Lion Heart Clay Works, and we visit RCTC to view Zoe Cinel's newest art exhibit "TOO HOT TO HANDLE, A Portrait of the Artist With Pain." We check in with Dan Nowakowski from the History Center of Olmsted County to discuss Mayowood as we approach the holiday season. Lastly, Nicole visits with Holly Masek to discuss what's coming to Downtown Rochester for the holidays. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 11-19-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara talks with Mayo Clinic and the Rochester Branch of NAACP about their new program, RISE for Youth, a program that will provide Black and underrepresented students with new pathways to success in education and employment. Danielle Teal sits with mosaic artist Debra D'Souza to discuss her art and the making of mosaics. We also learn more about Rochester's beloved Ear of Corn water tower, and hit the streets to learn more about fashion. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 11-12-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara sits with Rochester Assistant City Attorney Tran Nguyen to discuss the Just Deeds Project. We check out the Rochester Farmers Market, and go Trunk-or-Treating at Family Promise Rochester. We meet Philip Muehe, the new Managing Director of Rochester Repertory Theatre Company. Lastly, Nicole discusses how Olmsted County is combating homelessness with Mary O'Neil and Jacob Radtke. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 11-5-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara checks in with the Rochester Civic Theatre to explore their recent haunting. We visit the Downtown Roller Disco, and take a short tour of the Rochester Art Center. Terry Gries from the Community Food Response tells us about their mission and how the community can support them. Lastly, Rochester Management Analyst Heather J. Heyer tells us about the redistricting following the 2020 Census. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 10-29-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara chats with Brad Vigesaa about the upcoming Nerdinout Con at the Mayo Civic Center. We learn about a not-so-unusual collecting hobby, and head to Sekapp Orchard to pick out some pumpkins. Molly Pudwell from Pudwell Insurance Partners tells us about enrolling in Medicare. Lastly, we discuss the $3.12 million grant awarded to Rochester and DMC EDA with Patrick Seeb and Cindy Steinhauser. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 10-22-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara visits with Miguel Valdez to discuss National Hispanic American Heritage Month. We learn about Wale Elegbede’s immigration journey and how he came to Rochester and we check in with the Rochester Fire Department during Fire Prevention Month. Lastly, we visit with Tim Penny to learn about the FEAST! Local Foods Network. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 10-8-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara visits with Julie Winters from Rochester Pride to talk about how their work in the community. We meet Lina Choung, a dance instructor specializing in traditional Cambodian dance, and check out the new ping pong LED installation in Peace Plaza. Jeremy Elder tells us about the Filipino martial art form Kali. Lastly, Dee Sabol tells us about grant funding the Diversity Council received to promote health equity. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 10-1-21)
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This week on R-Town, producer Annie Krenik is joined by Vietnam War combat medic Bill Strusinski to talk about his book "Care Under Fire." Susan Haskamp talks about her work as advancement manager at Intercultural Mutual Assistance Association. And Danielle Teal checks out the new restaurant ThaiPop. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 9-24-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara sits with MN State Auditor Julie Blaha to discuss her latest projects and how they can benefit local governments like Rochester. An asylee from Cameroon shares his story, and we check out the Neon Green Studio Pop Up Art Cart. Danielle Teal sits with Julie Johns and Ivete Martinez to discuss the upcoming Med City Arts Festival. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 9-3-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara checks in with the Village Agricultural Cooperative to learn about their mission to create a place where global cultures gather to share everything there is to know about food. The founders of Eureka Childcare tell us about their plan to prepare children for a lifetime of learning, and Erin Vasquez sits with Danielle Teal to talk about the importance of community schools. Lastly, Wendy Turri from Rochester Public Works stops by to discuss the research around detecting future COVID-19 outbreaks in wastewater. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 8-27-21)
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This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal sits down with Dr. Kent Pekel, Interim Superintendent of Rochester Public Schools, to discuss the coming school year amidst a pandemic. We head to Rochester Gymnastics Academy to learn more about the difficult sports, and we head to McQuillan Field Park to check out Rochester Community Development Neighborhood Week. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 8-20-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara chats with Misha Johnson from the Rochester Civic Theatre about their upcoming 70th Birthday Bash. Sylwia Oliver shares the story of how she came to Rochester, and we check out the "Yield: Keeping A House" installment for Art4Trails. Steven Schmidt from Rochester Civic Music stops by to share about upcoming events. Nicole Mucheck from the new Southeast Regional Crisis Center discusses the services they provide and how they're working to help the community. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 8-13-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara discusses the spreading Delta variant of COVID-19 with Director of Public Health at Olmsted County Health Services, Graham Briggs. We learn more about Family Promise Rochester and the services they provide, and we check out a parking lot concert from the Rochester Community Band. Lastly, April Dahl from Dahl Dance comes by to chat with Danielle Teal about the future of ballroom dance. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 8-6-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara sits with fashion blogger Trina Morris to discuss some 2021 fashion trends. We learn about an Egyptian immigrant who made his way to Rochester, and we head to Tom Kadlec Auto Body for Bike Night at Torque and Tacos. Dennis Wong from Dunn Brothers Coffee and Blue Plate Diner stops by to discuss his business and the construction on North Broadway. Lastly, we welcome the newly named program manager for Olmsted County’s Diversity, Equity, and Community Outreach Team Sidney Frye II. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-30-21)
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This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal hears from Zoe Cinel with the Rochester Art Center about their upcoming Iraqi American Cultural Celebration. Javier Ortiz tells us how he followed his dreams to become a barber, and we take a walk through 125Live. Scott Schneider tell us all about the upcoming Olmsted County Fair, and Holly Masek from the Rochester Downtown Alliance stops by to talk about all the upcoming events this summer. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-23-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole sits down with Tiffany Alexandria to discuss the upcoming Night Market in Rochester. We head to Thursday's Downtown to explore the in-person celebration, and talk with some vendors about their experience. Kate Jirik from the Elder Network stops by to tell us about how they're helping seniors in 2021. Lastly, Planner Emma Miller-Shindelar comes by to tell us how we can get involved with the new City Zoning Ordinance. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-16-21)
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This week on R-Town, Nicole sit's down with Ken Baerg, Operations Director for 125 Live, to discuss the new R-Town filming location and the future of 125 Live following the pandemic. We head to Silver Lake Pool to learn more about the temporary shut down earlier this summer, and Danielle Teal visits with Judy Braatz to discuss this year's turnout for Rochesterfest. Nicole also has a discussion with Jorrie Johnson about the Bloomberg Global Mayor's Challenge and initiatives to increase diversity in Rochester's workforce. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-9-21)
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This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal sits with Brandon Helgeson, Executive Director of Rochesterfest, to discuss the upcoming festival, the schedule of events, and how Rochesterfest is celebrating coming back after a year-long pause. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 6-18-21)
Links: http://www.rochesterfest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Rochesterfest https://twitter.com/rochesterfest
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This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal sits with Holly Masek, Executive Director of the Rochester Downtown Alliance and Dina Abo Sheasha, Director Of Business Development at Curve Solutions to discuss Downtown Rochester and the events coming this summer. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 6-11-21)
Links: https://www.downtownrochestermn.com/ https://www.facebook.com/DowntownRochesterMN https://curve-solutions.com/ https://www.facebook.com/curvesolutions
How to Market Your Business on a Budget with Dina Abo Sheasha: https://www.facebook.com/events/1133350027166771/
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This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal sits with Jinny Rietmann, Executive Director at Workforce Development, Inc., to discuss the ongoing worker shortage in Rochester and across the country. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 6-4-21)
Links: https://workforcedevelopmentinc.org/ https://www.facebook.com/SEMNWorkforce/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/workforce-development-inc/
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This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal and Amarachi Orakwue sit down with Captain Jeff Stilwell of the Rochester Police Department to discuss community policing and building relationships with those who do not trust the police force. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 5-28-21)
Links: https://www.rochestermn.gov/government/departments/police https://www.facebook.com/RochesterMNPD
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This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal discusses the affordable housing crisis in Rochester with City Councilwoman Kelly Rae Kirkpatrick. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 5-21-21)
Links: https://www.rochestermn.gov/government/city-council https://www.rochestermn.gov/government/city-council/council-members/kelly-rae-kirkpatrick-ward-4 https://kelly4council.org/
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This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal sits with local DJ LaidEe P to discuss the entertainment industry in Rochester, MN, and how the community and local businesses can come together to support local artists. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 5-14-21)
Links: https://www.facebook.com/MzPeeszie https://www.instagram.com/Laidee_P https://twitter.com/LaideeP
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This week on R-Town, Amarachi Orakwue sits down with Bud Whitehorn, the new community liaison between the Black community and the Rochester Police Department, to discuss the meaning of Black Lives Matter and how the Rochester community can work to support black lives. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 5-7-21)
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This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal sits with Rosei Skipper to discuss the music scene in Rochester, and how you can support local artists while we continue to fight the pandemic. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 4-30-21)
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This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Melissa Eggler to discuss the upcoming ART(is)T Therapy Artisan Market at Little Thistle Brewing Co. Go support your local artists on May 1st, at 10 a.m. Inclement weather date is May 8th. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 4-28-21)
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This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Ryan Yetzer, Interim Deputy Director of Community Development, to discuss the Downtown Waterfront Southeast Small Area Plan. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 4-23-21)
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Links: https://downtownwaterfrontsesmallareaplan.com/
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Samantha Erickson from the Rescued Room to discuss home organizing and up cycling as the weather is getting warmer. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 4-9-21)
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This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Sylwia Oliver to discuss what's coming next for 125Live and the future of community centers in Rochester. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 4-2-21)
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Links: http://125livemn.org/ https://www.facebook.com/125LIVEmn/
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Jeremy Westrum, owner of Rootz of Inspiration, to discuss how he came to Rochester and started his business amidst a pandemic. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 2-26-21)
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https://theyellowmonkey.org/ https://www.facebook.com/havefunattheyellowmonkey/
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Wayne Gannaway from the History Center of Olmsted County to discuss how they're handling the pandemic. We hear from Elsamawal Ali about his journey to America and Brandon Helgeson from Rochesterfest stops by to discuss their plans for 2021. Amarachi Orakwue chats Chris Lukenbill about his new community service Shrpa. We also sit down with Chao Mwatela, the incoming Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for the City of Rochester. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 2-26-21)
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Links - History Center of Olmsted County https://www.olmstedhistory.com/ https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedHistoryCenter/
Rochesterfest http://www.rochesterfest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Rochesterfest/ https://twitter.com/rochesterfest/
Shrpa https://shrpa.com/ https://www.facebook.com/shrpa.explore.local/ https://www.instagram.com/shrpa.explore.local/
Chao Mwatela https://www.rochestermn.gov/ https://www.rochestermn.gov/departments/administration/
Featured Songs: "Waterfalls" by Sadia Taylor "The Rewind" by Lance Conrad "Rise Above" by Whitney Jordan
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with the League of Women Voters to discuss redistricting in Minnesota following the 2020 Census. Maureen Wismayer from the Rochester Figure Skating Club stops by, and we visit with Lenny Williams and Dr. Nancy Adegoke from Trill or Not Trill. We also have a discussion with Dan Jensen about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Olmsted County. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 2-19-21)
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Links - League of Women Voters https://www.lwvrochester.org/ https://www.facebook.com/LWVRochesterMN https://twitter.com/lwvrochester
Rochester Figure Skating Club https://www.rochesterfsc.org/ https://www.facebook.com/Rochester-Figure-Skating-Club-MN-196993780339714 https://twitter.com/RFSC_MN
Trill or Not Trill http://www.trillornottrill.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Trillornottrill https://twitter.com/trillornottrill https://www.instagram.com/trillornottrill/
Olmsted County Public Health https://www.olmstedcounty.gov/government/county-departments/public-health-services https://www.olmstedcounty.gov/covid https://www.olmstedcounty.gov/covid/vaccine https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyPublicHealth
Featured Songs: "Shame On Me (Ft. Ashley DuBose)" by Lance Conrad "Loyal" by Janet Tung "Lofi Girl" by AJJAPPA PANIYAVAR
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Misha Johnson and Eric Decker to talk about the upcoming digital production of Romantic Fools by Rich Orloff. Amarachi chats with Jennifer Schimek from Rochester Reiki Retreat, and visits with Matt Arnold from Detour Athletics. Wale Elegbede from the Rochester NAACP comes by to discuss how the NAACP is commemorating Black History Month and addressing the pandemic. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 2-12-21)
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Links - Rochester Civic Theatre https://www.rochestercivictheatre.org https://www.facebook.com/RochCivicTheatre
Rochester Reiki Retreat https://www.rochesterreikiretreat.com https://www.facebook.com/rochesterreikiretreat
Rochester NAACP https://www.naacprochestermn.org/ https://www.facebook.com/NaacpRochesterBranchMn
NAACP https://www.naacp.org https://www.facebook.com/naacp
Featured Songs: "Girls Like Us" by Zoe Wees "Stay Where You Are" by Yuna
This week on R-Town, Danielle welcomes the new City Council President Brooke Carlson, and they discuss everything up and coming for the city of Rochester. Amarachi Orakwue has a chat with Abe Sauer of Old Abe Co., and checks in with Fade Clinic Barbers to discuss cool hairdo is popular in 2021. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 2-5-21)
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Links - Rochester City https://www.rochestermn.gov/home https://www.rochestermn.gov/government/city-council
Old Abe. Co http://www.oldabecoffee.com/ https://www.facebook.com/oldabecoffeecompany
Fade Clinic Barbers https://fadeclinicbarbers.com/mens-barbershop/ https://www.facebook.com/Fade-Clinic-Barbers-102855994420825 https://booksy.com/en-us/28822_fade-clinic-barbers_barber-shop_24329_rochester
Featured Songs: "Colours" by Hayla "I Need Love" by Radiant Children
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with the RDA to discuss how Social Ice is changing this year. Kim Sin describes his journey to America and Amarachi Orakwue sits down with George Thompson to discuss his life in Rochester. We also chat with Rev. Andre Crockett about the new community liaison position in Rochester. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 1-29-21)
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Links - Rochester Downtown Alliance https://www.downtownrochestermn.com/ https://www.downtownrochestermn.com/events/improv-ice
Sugar Shuga Cookies https://www.facebook.com/SugarShugaCookies https://www.instagram.com/sugarshugacookies/
Rev. Andre Crockett https://barbershopss.com/ https://www.smacademy.org/
Featured Songs: "Sea Salt (feat. Miss Benny)" by Bronze Avery "Like Summer" by Kyan
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Dave Oeth with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program to discuss how the Rochester community can access free filing assistance. We meet Rawhi Said as he describes how his family fled their home in Bosnia with two bags and the clothes on their backs, and we check in with Wale Elegbede to reflect on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and why it’s still important to celebrate King’s legacy. New City Administrator Alison Zelms stops by to discuss the future of Rochester, the 2021 Budget, and collaborating with the new City Council. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 1-22-21)
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Links - Dave Oeth https://vitataxprep.as.me/schedule.php https://www.myfreetaxes.com https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/file-income-tax-return
Alison Zelms https://www.rochestermn.gov https://www.rochestermn.gov/departments/administration https://www.rochestermn.gov/government/city-council
Featured Songs: "Awele" by Flavour & Umu obiligbo "The City" by ella jane
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Graham Briggs, Director of Olmsted County Public Health, to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine. Vangie Castro discusses her immigration story from the Philippines to the United States, and Bryan Wattier from MegaWatt Entertainment stops by to discuss how they're fairing through the pandemic. New Walkabout correspondent Amarachi Orakwue chats with Naura Anderson about Threshold Arts and supporting the work of local artists. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 1-15-21)
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Links - Olmsted County Public Health Services https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyPublicHealth/ Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus Information https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/ Olmsted County Coronavirus Resources https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS/COVID-19
MegaWatt Entertainment: https://www.megawattgametrailer.com https://www.facebook.com/MegaWATTEntertainmentMN/ megawattvideogameparty@gmail.com
Featured Songs: "Boyfriend" by Ian McConnell "Super Mario Bros: Theme" by London Philharmonic Orchestra & Andrew Skeet
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Reverend Emily Carson to discuss unpacking 2020 this New Year. We check in with the Rochester Community Bike Club, 125Live Esthetician Liz Guevremont describes how her new business is fairing in the pandemic, and Master Chef Contestant Shari Mukherjee shows us some popular recipes. Dr. Amit Sood and Danielle discuss the ways we can all become more resilient in 2021. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 1-8-21)
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Links - Rev. Emily Carson https://www.emilyannecarson.com/ https://www.facebook.com/emilyannecarson/ https://www.holyeverything.com/
Liz Guevremont https://looksbyliz.glossgenius.com/ https://www.facebook.com/looksbylizat125live http://125livemn.org/services/
Dr. Amit Sood https://www.resilientoption.com/ https://twitter.com/AmitSoodMD
Featured Songs: "2021" by Jillian Shea "my future" by Billie Eilish
In this brand new series, Danielle Teal visits with members throughout the Rochester community to discuss hot topics that are on the minds of Rochester citizens. This week we're talking with Steve Dunn, Joe and Jessica Phillips, and Tiffany Piotrowicz about the state of businesses in Rochester. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 12-2-20)
Connect with your local businesses:
Taco Jed: https://www.tacojed.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TacoJEDRochMN
Jersey Jo's Philly Cheesesteaks and More https://www.jerseyjos.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jerseyjos
Terra Loco: https://www.runterraloco.com/ https://www.facebook.com/terralocomn
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In this brand new series, Danielle Teal visits with members throughout the Rochester community to discuss hot topics that are on the minds of Rochester citizens. This week we're talking with Joe Sedelmeyer from Visiting Angels and Karen Hanson from Home Instead about supporting the older community this holiday season. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 12-1-20)
Learn more about in-home services: https://www.visitingangels.com/ http://www.rochesterseniorcare.com/ https://www.homeinstead.com/500/ Be a Santa to a Senior https://www.beasantatoasenior.com/ How To Celebrate The Holidays With Seniors During Covid19 https://www.visitingangels.com/knowledge-center/senior-health-and-well-being/how-to-celebrate-the-holidays-with-seniors-during-covid-19/541 How to Fight the Social Isolation of Coronavirus https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2020/coronavirus-social-isolation-loneliness.html
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Danielle Teal sits with Wale Elegbede to discuss his TED Talk about building community and fighting Islamophobia. We stop at SPARK Children's Museum and head to Ironside Axe Club to explore how we're having fun at all ages. Director of Olmsted County Health Graham Briggs comes by to discuss the current state of COVID-19 and the best way to celebrate the upcoming holidays while staying safe. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 11-20-20)
Featured Songs: "HIGHER" by Bishop Briggs "AFRICAN IN NEW YORK" by Shirazee (feat. Sarz)
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Danielle Teal sits down with RCTC Professor Chad Israelson and Century High School teacher Shane Baker to discuss the results of the election and how both educators are handling our country's political divide in the classroom. We head to Riverside Elementary to explore how they’re addressing diversity and inclusion, and we head to 125Live to check in with the Castle Quilters on Veterans Day. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 11-13-20)
Featured Songs: "True Crime" by CREAMERS & DeathbyRomy "I Like It When You Love Me" by Oh Wonder
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This week on R-Town, Nicole chats with Heidi and Kamau Wilkins from Rochester for Justice to talk about their upcoming event, From Grief to Action. We check in with Dr. Lilly Wagner, an immigrant from Germany, and head downtown with Danielle Teal to say hi to some business owners. Executive Director of the Jeremiah Program JoMarie Morris and Nicole discuss the Grand Opening of the new Rochester campus and what's coming next for the Jeremiah Program. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 11-6-20)
Event Registration Links: Many Hearts Make A Home: https://bit.ly/JPHearts/ From Grief to Action: https://www.facebook.com/events/1182272375485555
Links – https://www.facebook.com/RochesterForJustice/ https://jeremiahprogram.org/
Featured Songs: "I Shouldn't Ghost My Therapist" by Liza Anne "Nirvana" by ELLIANA
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Nicole discusses the future of small businesses in Rochester with Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce Assistant Director of Communications Brent Ackerman and Executive Director of the Rochester Downtown Alliance Holly Masek. They discuss grants and opportunities that are available to local businesses and different events coming to Downtown Rochester. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 10-30-20)
Small Business Resources https://www.rochestermnchamber.com/ https://www.downtownrochestermn.com/ https://www.choochoocachew.com/rochmnfood/ https://shop-local-safely.com/
Due to a family emergency, the Rochester City Council At-Large Candidates were unable to join us. Learn more about your candidates: https://www.voteforharrington.com/ https://www.brooke2020.com/
Learn more about your local elections: https://www.mnvotes.org/
Featured Songs: "Monster" by Red Velvet - IRENE & SEULGI
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In this brand new series, Danielle Teal visits with members throughout the Rochester community to discuss hot topics that are on the minds of Rochester citizens. This week, Danielle chats with Rochester First Responders, Captain Jeff Stillwell of the Rochester PD, Mandee Marx with the Rochester Fire Department, and Kate Arms with the Mayo Clinic Ambulance Rochester. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 10-27-20)
Learn more about your first responders: https://www.rochestermn.gov/departments/police https://www.rochestermn.gov/departments/fire https://www.mayoclinic.org/ambulance-service
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In this brand new series, Danielle Teal visits with members throughout the Rochester community to discuss hot topics that are on the minds of Rochester citizens. This week we're tackling the mental health and wellness of the older citizens of Rochester with Sean Kinsella, Luke Mattheisen, Ken Baerg, and Holly Brown. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 10-27-20)
Learn more about mental heath services: http://125livemn.org/ https://namisemn.org/ http://www.elder-network.org/ https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/
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Candidates for Rochester City Council Ward 2 Incumbent Michael Wojcik and Mark Bransford join Nicole to discuss their platforms as we approach the Nov. 3rd. election. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 10-23-20)
Learn more about your candidates: https://www.votewojcik.org/ https://www.markbransford.com/
Learn more about your local elections: https://www.mnvotes.org/
Featured Songs: "Too Sensitive" by Sean Kennedy
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Danielle Teal stops by this week to sit down with Olmsted County Elections Specialist Katie Smith to discuss the upcoming November General Election. They discuss the different ways to vote, where to find the information, and how you can participate in the election. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 10-16-20)
Learn more about your local elections: https://www.mnvotes.org/ https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/prl/elections/ https://www.rochestermn.gov/departments/city-clerk/elections/
Featured Songs: "All I Know" by Gia Woods
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Rochester City Council Ward 4 Candidates Kelly Rae Kirkpatrick and Katrina Pulham join Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara to discuss their platforms as we approach the Nov. 3rd. election. They discuss COVID-19, social justice, neighborhood initiatives, and the future of public safety and community in Ward 4. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 10-09-20)
Learn more about your local elections: https://www.mnvotes.org/ https://kelly4council.org https://pulham4council.com
Featured Songs: "All Love Everything" by Aloe Blacc
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara hosts a roundtable discussion with City Council Ward 6 candidates Molly Dennis and Craig Ugland. They discuss the economic impact of COVID-19 on Rochester, racial inequity, fighting for social justice, affordable public transportation, and the use of tax dollars in the community. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 10-02-20)
Learn more about your local elections: https://www.mnvotes.org/ Molly Dennis: https://www.molly2020.com/ Craig Ugland: https://www.voteugland.com/
Featured Songs: “Bloom" by Paige
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In this brand new series, Danielle Teal visits with members throughout the Rochester community to discuss hot topics that are on the minds of Rochester citizens. Shawn Fagan from Fagan Studios and Carol Bitton from Counterpoint sit with Danielle to discuss the state of Downtown Rochester and how the community can come together to help small businesses. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 9-18-20)
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In this brand new series, Danielle Teal visits with members throughout the Rochester community to discuss hot topics that are on the minds of Rochester citizens. Chrissy's Studio, Mathnasium of Rochester, Rochester YMCA, and Rochester Athletic Club, all come together to discuss the 2020/2021 school year. With a complicated school schedule and uncertain plans, each organization has a different way in which they are serving the parents and children of Rochester families. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 9-4-20)
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Host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara sits with René Halasy, Executive Director of RNeighbors, about the creative ways Rochester neighborhoods are handling the pandemic. Danielle Teal checks in with the educational community of Rochester and we head to SPARK to see how the new children's museum is fairing in the time of COVID. Community Organizer of the Rochester Sierra Club Rick Morris stops by to discuss the global pandemic, racial justice struggle, and an ongoing climate crisis; how all these issues intersect; and why it matters. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 9-4-20)
Featured Songs: "Holy Grail" by New Politics "Crazy" by ROZES
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Host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara greets the new Program Manager of the Olmsted County Diversity, Equity, and Community Outreach Team Nikki Niles. The Chateau shows off their current exhibit, Dressing the Abbey, and Shahnoor Shafqat discusses art and her 'innocent monsters.' Dee Sabol visits to discuss the Intercultural Cities Initiative Index report and the future of Rochester as an intercultural city. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 8-28-20)
Featured Songs: "Backwards" by Forrest "Right Time" by Dava
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Host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara and ROCOG Principal Transportation Planner Bryan Law ask you to share your thoughts about the long range transportation plan. John Sievers and Tyler Aug stop by to discuss the upcoming Music Video Menagerie at the Olmsted County History Center, and we check in with the Rochester Repertory Theatre at the Drive-In Live Theatre Event. Holly Masek, Executive Director of the Rochester Downtown Alliance, stops by to discuss the changes that have come to the RDA this summer and how Thursdays Downtown have moved into a virtual space. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 8-21-20)
Featured Songs: "Snail" by BENEE "Blood Sugar" by Kid Bloom
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Host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara discusses race and health inequity with Olmsted County Commissioner Sheila Kiscaden. The Rochester Symphony explore some of the big changes they've experienced this summer and we stop by the Rochester Art Center to visit the Grief UnMasked exhibit.Chair of the Rochester School Board Deborah Seelinger comes on to discuss the upcoming school year and how Rochester Public Schools are addressing the concerns over COVID-19. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 8-14-20)
Featured Songs: "LOVE" by X Lovers "Same Space?" By Tiana Major9
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Host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara and Olmsted County Election Specialist Kathryn Smith explore what you can expect at the polls this Tuesday. Ballet Blake and the Rochester Symphony perform for Presto! and we head to the History Center of Olmsted County to check out their Drive-In Pandemic Pictures. Captain Jeff Stilwell of the Rochester Police Department discusses the new reforms after the passage of the police accountability bill.  (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 8-7-20)
Featured Songs: "Universe" by Mabar Lucid "Watermelon Haze" by Native Other
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara discusses the upcoming primary election with Rochester City Council Presidential Candidates Brooke Carlson, Vangie Castro, and Kathleen Harrington. They all discuss the economic impact of COVID-19 on Rochester, racial inequity, fighting for social justice and police reform, and the importance of affordable housing and education. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-31-20)
Learn more about your local elections: mnvotes.org Brooke Carlson: https://www.brooke2020.com/ Vangie Castro: https://www.vangiecastro.com/ Kathleen Harrington: https://www.voteforharrington.com/
Featured Songs: “17” by Zhavia Ward
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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara checks in with Kim Edson from the Rochester Public Library to discuss the One Book | One Minnesota program, and how the library is starting a local conversation on race. The Rochester Repertory Theatre is preparing for a Drive-In Theater event and Karate Chop, Silence is playing for Riverside Concerts. Yasmin Ali and Kesarin Mehta from the Rochester Community Initiative discuss recent protests and the continued fight for social justice in Southern Minnesota. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-24-20)
Featured Songs: "Lockdown" by Koffee "Zach's Ballad" by Peter Manos
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Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara talks arts with Interim Director of Rochester Civic Theatre Misha Johnson. They discuss the upcoming performances of Romeo and Juliet and how the Civic Theatre is maintaining a safe environment. We visit the History Center to check out the Onward March of Suffrage exhibit and the Chester Woods camping ground for a summer full of fun. Kendall Hughes of Three Rivers Restorative Justice discusses what's new in Rochester and how restorative justice is working in Southern Minnesota. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-17-20)
Featured Songs: "Dead Weight" by PVRIS "Bad" by valentina cy
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Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara sits with the new Executive Director of the Rochester Art Center Pamela Hugdahl to discuss how the Art Center has adapted during the pandemic. We check in with local restaurant owners and take a walk around the new Cascade Lake. Mary O’Neil, Program Manager of the Housing Stability Team, stops by to discuss what Olmsted County is doing to help the most vulnerable populations in the time of COVID-19. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-10-20)
Featured Songs: "Real Magic" by Ricky Reed, Terrace Martin & St. Panther "Summer" by Bktherula
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Danielle Teal talks with Mark Krupski, Director of Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing, and Katie Smith, Elections Manager of Olmsted County, about the upcoming primary and general election and Olmsted County’s initiatives to protect voters from COVID-19. They discuss Olmsted County’s decision to mail absentee ballot applications to all registered voters, how to register to vote if you are a new voter or need to update your registration, and the precautions that will be put in place at polling locations across Olmsted County. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 6-26-20)
Links Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/PRL Olmsted County Elections https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/prl/elections/ Minnesota State Elections and Voting https://www.mnvotes.org Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus Information https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/ Olmsted County Coronavirus Resources https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS/COVID-19 Featured Song Sunday - Joy Oladokun
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The R-Town Podcast is a KSMQ Public Television Production Produced by Danielle Teal and Annie Krenik Edited by Annie Krenik The R-Town Podcast is brought to you in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the citizens of Minnesota, and the members of KSMQ Public Television. Thank you!
Danielle Teal and Graham Briggs from Olmsted County Public Health chat about the progression of COVID-19 in Olmsted County since they last talked in early March. They discuss how Rochester has adapted, the newly recommended best safety practices, and how we can all participate in summertime activities without putting ourselves in danger. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 6-19-10)
Links Olmsted County Public Health Services https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyPublicHealth/ Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus Information https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/ Olmsted County Coronavirus Resources https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS/COVID-19
Featured Song It’s Been a While Since I Went Outside - DELANILA
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The R-Town Podcast is a KSMQ Public Television Production Produced by Danielle Teal and Annie Krenik Edited by Annie Krenik The R-Town Podcast is brought to you in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the citizens of Minnesota, and the members of KSMQ Public Television. Thank you!
Danielle Teal talks with Virginia Kaczmarek, Executive Director of Rochester Area Family YMCA, about participating in summer activities while also staying safe during the pandemic. They discuss activities for children, teens, and adults, while also stressing for self-care and mental health awareness in this uncertain time. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 6-12-20)
Rochester YMCA https://www.ymcamn.org/locations/rochester_ymca https://www.facebook.com/rochfamy/ YMCA Reopening Procedures https://www.ymcamn.org/reopening
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The R-Town Podcast is a KSMQ Public Television Production Produced by Danielle Teal and Annie Krenik Edited by Annie Krenik The R-Town Podcast is brought to you in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the citizens of Minnesota, and the members of KSMQ Public Television. Thank you!
Danielle Teal sits with Executive Director of the Diversity Council Dee Sabol to discuss the recent protests that sprung up across the United States. They discuss the tragic death of George Floyd and how communities and community members can support their black neighbors. Dee discusses how to advocate for marginalized groups across the country and how to be an ally. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 6-4-20)
Diversity Council https://www.diversitycouncil.org https://www.facebook.com/diversitycouncilrochester/ Rochester NAACP https://www.naacp.org https://www.facebook.com/NaacpRochesterMn/ Black Lives Matter https://blacklivesmatter.com
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The R-Town Podcast is a KSMQ Public Television Production Produced by Danielle Teal and Annie Krenik Edited by Annie Krenik The R-Town Podcast is brought to you in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the citizens of Minnesota, and the members of KSMQ Public Television. Thank you!
Danielle Teal sits with Executive Director of the Rochester Downtown Alliance Holly Masek to discuss the changes that are coming to Downtown Rochester in the time of COVID-19. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 5-29-20)
Rochester Downtown Alliance https://www.downtownrochestermn.com https://www.facebook.com/DowntownRochesterMN/
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The R-Town Podcast is a KSMQ Public Television Production Produced by Danielle Teal and Annie Krenik Edited by Annie Krenik The R-Town Podcast is brought to you in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the citizens of Minnesota, and the members of KSMQ Public Television. Thank you!
Danielle Teal sits with Executive Director of the Women's Shelter and Support Center Artyce Thomas to discuss how Rochester is dealing with domestic violence and supporting survivors in the time of a pandemic. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 5-22-20)
Women’s Shelter and Support Center 24-Hour Crisis Line: (507) 285-1010 https://www.womens-shelter.org https://www.facebook.com/womensshelter If you are in an emergency situation please call 911
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Danielle Teal chats with René Halasy of RNeighbors, Rochester Neighborhood Resource Center to talk about Rochester neighborhoods in the time of a pandemic. They discuss different initiatives that RNeighbors has taken on, how communities can connect with each other while maintaining proper social distancing, and the future of RNeighbors’ work in Rochester. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 5-15-20)
RNeighbors https://www.rneighbors.org Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus Information http://health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/ Olmsted County Coronavirus Resources https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS/COVID-19/
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The R-Town Podcast is a KSMQ Public Television Production Produced by Danielle Teal and Annie Krenik Edited by Annie Krenik The R-Town Podcast is brought to you in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the citizens of Minnesota, and the members of KSMQ Public Television. Thank you!
Danielle Teal chats with Olmsted County Parks Superintendent Karlin Ziegler about outdoor recreation in the time of COVID-19. They discuss what's open and available for public use as well as what Olmsted County is doing to encourage social distancing and protect public park employees. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 5-8-20)
Olmsted County Public Works Website: https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/pw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyPublicWorks/ Olmsted County Parks https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/pw/parks/ Olmsted County Website: https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCounty/ Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus Information http://health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/ Olmsted County Coronavirus Resources https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS/COVID-19/
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Danielle Teal sits with Jinny Rietmann, Executive Director of Workforce Development, Inc., to discuss the current situation the workforce of Southern Minnesota is going through and how the city of Rochester is working with the community to support the temporarily unemployed. They discuss how Workforce Development, Inc., and CareerForce are changing up their digital offerings for employers and employees in Minnesota. They also discuss the importance of developing an employment plan for the future and how Workforce Development, Inc., is prepared to help the community develop those plans. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 5-1-20)
Workforce Development, Inc. Websites: https://www.workforcedevelopmentinc.org/ https://www.careerforcemn.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SEMNWorkforce Dislocated Worker Services https://mn.gov/deed/programs-services/dislocated-worker/ Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus Information http://health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/ Olmsted County Coronavirus Resources https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS/COVID-19/
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Danielle Teal sits down with Rochester Public Library Director Audrey Betcher to discuss the library's operations in the time of COVID-19 and what the library staff is doing to serve the community. They discuss Rochester's Emergency Operations Center, digital initiatives, and how the library has adapted in this time. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 4-24-20)
COVID-19 Information Hotline - (507)328-2822
Rochester Public Library Website: www.rplmn.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/RochPubLibrary Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus Information www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus Olmsted County Coronavirus Resources www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS/COVID-19
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Danielle Teal is joined by Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce President Kathleen Harrington to discuss small business in the time of COVID-19. They explore the changes the Rochester Chamber has gone through in the last few weeks and the services they're offering to help serve the community at this time. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 4-17-20)
Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce Website: https://www.rochestermnchamber.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RochMNChamber Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus Information https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus Olmsted County Coronavirus Resources https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS/COVID-19
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Danielle Teal sits down with Assistant Vice President of Winona State University Jeanine Gangeness to discuss higher education in the time of COVID-19. They discuss how the students in Rochester are adjusting to a digital environment, how Winona State is addressing the semester's recent changes, and what schools can expect in the future. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 4-10-20)
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Danielle Teal chats with Sheriff Kevin Torgerson about first responders and the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss how Olmsted County is handling new cases, protecting their first responders, and addressing concerns among inmates and at risk individuals. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 4-03-20)
Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara talks with Executive Director of 125 Live Sylwia Oliver about handling health and wellness under quarantine. They discuss what 125 Live is currently offering their members since they've closed the building under the Governor's recommendation. They also tackle how the community of Rochester can manage stress through the COVID-19 outbreak. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 3-27-20)
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Danielle Teal (virtually) sits down with Nick Campion to discuss the Rochester City Council, their response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the future of city operations, and much more. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 3-20-20)
Danielle Teal chats with Graham Briggs, Director of Olmsted County Public Health, about COVID-19. They discuss the virus, how it spreads, the proper precautions Rochester should consider, and much more.
Join host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara as she and Artistic Director Sheila Dickinson discuss the upcoming "In Plain Sight" exhibit at the Rochester Art Center. We check out Suzanne Szucs photography exhibition at RCTC and learn about financial planning with the students of Century High School. Tina Sigel and Kendall Hughes talk restorative justice and what that could look like in the Rochester Community and the rest of the United States. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 2-21-20)
This week, the show all about Rochester is all about Mayor Kim Norton! Join host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara as she discusses Mayor Norton's first year and the future of the city of Rochester. We also head over to Hy-Vee to make some Valentine's Day themed treats and visit 125 Live to make some new friends. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 2-14-20)
Join host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara as she's joined by Emily Watkins from Rochester Women Magazine. We check out the heights at Roca Climbing and Fitness and celebrate Innovation Happy Hour at One Discovery Square. Ryan Nolander discusses Rochester Area Economic Development Inc. and the future of business in Rochester. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 2-7-20)
Join host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara as she discusses underground publications with Kid Brother Zine author TL Jordan. The Chateau has an exhibit all about the Beatles and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan came to Rochester to talk all about the Census. KSMQ President/CEO Eric Olson and Mohamed Sheik Nur from the Intercultural Mutual Assistance Association discuss KSMQ's efforts to make sure Every 1 Counts in the 2020 Census. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 1-31-20)
Join host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara and Executive Director of the Women's Shelter and Support Center Artcye Thomas as they discuss the future of the women's center in Southern Minnesota. We head to Rochester Public Library to play cribbage and check out the winter Farmers Market. Anissa Hollingshead stops by to tell us all about the 2020 primary election in Olmsted County. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 1-24-20)
Join host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara as she is joined by Nashauna Lenoir and Myari Glover to discuss the Journie program and helpful resources for at-risk youth. Steve Dunn tells us all the different ways to make a taco and Lisa Clarke walks us through the Berkman Project. Heidi Welsch joins us to talk about Olmsted County's 2020 Budget; discussing housing, community spaces, elections, and more. (MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 1-17-20)
Main Points
· Nicole’s Intro (0:00)
· R-Talk (1:38)
o What is Project Search? (1:52)
o Struggles young people have with finding employment after high school (3:55)
o Achieving Employment after Project Search? (5:56)
o Information Session (7:20)
· R-Culture (8:58)
· Connect with Us (13:05)
· Rundown (13:28)
o HourCar (13:28)
o Frog and Toad (13:53)
o Stuffed Animal Sleepover (14:19)
o Winterfest (14:46)
· Walkabout (15:25)
· Big Question (17:38)
o What’s happening? (18:00)
o SPARK’s New Home (18:10)
o New Name (18:23)
o Description of the new location (19:34)
o Three signature exhibits (20:15)
§ Climbing Structure (20:20)
§ Water play area (20:40)
§ Our World Bazar (21:06)
o Engaging the diverse community (21:51)
o Independence from the Minnesota Children’s Museum (22:22)
o Noon Year’s Eve (22:57)
o What do you see for the future of SPARK? (23:39)
o How can the community help? (26:06)
· Nicole’s final closing (27:46)
· Promo for next show (27:58)
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