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Welcome to our Region
Birding is wonderful in Winona… the oldest sport in the world is alive and well in the Midwest-racing pigeons and minute clinics are popping up in numerous places throughout the region…these are just some of the stories you’ll learn about in our regional space.
Plan your next trip to a little known park called Pilot Knob State park or learn how you can be a black belt thanks to KSMQ’s spotlight on the region. Submit your own suggestion regarding a person or place in this region that deserves focus.
The regional edition presents a variety of topics in any of our viewing communities including Austin, Albert Lea, Rochester, Mankato, Mason City, Faribault, Winona, Owatonna and surrounding communities.
We want to hear from you...
Have an idea for a story we should air or if you have comments, we invite you to share your thoughts and suggestions on the KSMQ blog with other KSMQ viewers and the KSMQ staff.
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Funding for Cities on the Move Regional Edition is provided through the support of PBS viewers like you and a grant from the Blandin Foundation.
Additional support provided by:
Set Design:
Home Depot, Target, Wal-Mart, Brian Staska, Randy Uhl and Morris Furniture
Wardrobe provided by:
Leutholds of Albert Lea
Special assistance:
Roger Lonning and Hormel Foods Corporation
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Regional Edition Archive Video
Segments below are from Season One of Cities on the Move
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David Cook—Competitive Swimmer
David Cook is an anesthesiologist by profession, and an adventure swimmer by avocation.
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Employment in the region
The employment picture is on the minds of many in the region. Betsy Lindgren from Express Personnel, Mark Evers from Curries and Rick Roy of the Minnesota Workforce Center discuss job opportunities in the region.
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Studio Academy Charter School
Minnesota was the first state in the nation to offer charter schools. Studio Academy in Rochester is one example of how charter schools meet the needs of students.
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Romance novelist Sheryl Barlow
Sheryl Barlow loves adventure and romance. Let’s hear how she crafts her story and what it takes to become a published author.
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Cars for Gearheads
Al Larson loves cars and motorcycles. We check out Al's remarkable collection.
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Red Wing Pottery Collectibles
Red Wing pottery has quite a reputation. Dave Hallstrom will tell us all about it – and why he and his wife love collecting it.
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Roads and Bridges
Area transportation officials talk about the condition of our roads and bridges.
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Crackers and Milk
Arlene Nelson finally decided she would write down the stories she had heard from her mother as a child. These stories illustrate a difficult childhood for her mom, but also a life of determination and hope.
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Knitting makes a come-back
We travel to Mary Lue’s shop in Mankato and learn more about why knitting and other fiber arts have returned to popularity.
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Addressing poverty in the region
Our attention often turns to helping others and sharing with those in need during the holiday season. Gregory Grey, Annette Bauer and Ruth Freeman join us to talk about the extent of poverty in our region.
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Stanford and Ruth Holtan
Stanford and Ruth Holtan share their love of historical buildings. They are caretakers of an historical theme park in Forest City, Iowa.
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Owatonna Orphanage Museum
Come along as we visit the museum that tells the story of the state orphanage that was open from 1886 to 1945 in Owatonna, Minnesota.
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Recovery From Natural Disasters
We check in on the progress of recovery for southeastern Minnesota, as well as learn what resources are available to any community in the event of a natural disaster.
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Dorothy Greibrok
Dorothy Greibrok joins us to share her collection of toy tractors and stories of growing up in the country. Watch Now
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Charles H. MacNider Art Museum
Take a look at the Charles H. MacNider Art Museum in Mason City. This museum hosts traveling exhibitions as well as displays their own permanent collection specializing in American Art. Watch Now
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Telecom
Our phones and computers have become central to how we operate our daily lives. We discuss the new bells and whistles available in the telecommunications industry—and how it is making life in rural areas better. Watch Now
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Al Batt
Meet Al Batt is a well-known humorist and birder in the area. Al shares some of his delightful observations with us. Watch Now
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New Residents
See how new residents get settled in a community. What services are available to help people find the grocery store, library, school registration for children—and most importantly—how to build relationships with their neighbors. Watch Now
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Commonweal Theatre
We visit a look the Commonweal Theatre in Lanesboro. This theater has just moved into a new facility and is growing strong. Watch Now
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Micah Hanson
Meet Micah Hanson—an award-winning artist will tell us about his interest in wildlife, and fish in particular. Watch Now
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County Fairs
Join us as we take a look at county fairs. These events are a great snapshot of a community’s social and economic fabric. Watch Now
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Housing Trends in the Region
The current status of the area housing market. Who makes sure there are enough houses in each price range for homebuyers and sellers?
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Clarks Grove Veterinary Clinic
Take a look at the latest trends in caring for our family pets and farm animals at the Clarks Grove-Waseca Veterinary Clinic. Watch Now
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Tourism benefits our communities
Tourism is a major economic engine—as well as lots of fun. Learn what area communities can do to attract visitors.
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Jean Musgjerd and her Search & Rescue Dog
Jean Musgjerd will introduce us to her search and rescue dog, Cheyenne. This team helps law enforcement find missing people.
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Racing Pigeons
Did you know in the mid-1800’s the Reuter’s News Agency operated a live telex service using Homing Pigeons? Meet area resident Steve Burton, who races this amazing bird. Watch Now
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Art in our communities
We discuss the importance of art in our communities with Susanne Crane, Ann Beatty and John Lindberg. It’s good for the soul and the pocketbook.
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Pilot Knob State Park
Take a tour of Pilot Knob State Park near Forest City, Iowa. It is the second highest point in the state, with an observation tower to help you get a good look at the surrounding countryside.
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Bird Watching along the Mississippi River
Check out great birding opportunities along the
Mississippi River.
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Gareth Johnson
Meet Gareth Johnson, a senior at Triton High School who has earned his black belt in tae kwon do.
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Minute Clinics
A discussion of minute clinics in the region. New clinics are popping up around the region providing quick health care. Watch Now
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