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As your regional PBS station, we at KSMQ consider ourselves an important part of the public square for the viewers we serve.

We’re here to help all of the cities in our viewing area dialogue about common goals and challenges. Many have told us how important it is to know how neighboring cities and counties are managing such things as the changing demographic in their communities. What is unique about each of our communities, what do we have in common. How can we work together to make the region stronger and overall a better place to live and work.

Join us each quarter for a provocative discussion that is a must-see for all area residents. If we care about our growing region, each of us should seek to be a part of the studio audience or submit a question.

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.

Funding for Cities on the Move Town Hall Edition is provided through the support of PBS viewers like you and a grant from the Blandin Foundation.

Cities on the Move Town Hall Edition is produced by KSMQ in partnership with KAAL, ABC.

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

Are you interested in being a part of the studio audience or submitting a question? Sign up today to be in the audience of our next taping or submit a question to be asked during the program.

Upcoming Episodes

Affordable fun close to home
Tuesday, July 29 at 6:30 p.m

With gas at the $4.00 per gallon mark, many are wondering if they can afford a summer vacation this year. The traditional notion of packing the kids in the car and heading across the country is getting a hard look. Fuel surcharges on airline tickets are increasing. We'll discuss opportunities for summer vacations in light of growing energy expenses. Regional destinations provide affordable options for those who want to conserve expenses, yet have a complete vacation experience. We will discuss destinations, travel booking tips, energy-saving strategies – all with the maximum fun in mind.

Sign up today to be in the audience of our next taping or submit a question to be asked during the program.

Streaming Video is provided in Real Player format. If you don't have the free software you can download it by going to the Real Player website. Additional Videos: Albert Lea Edition \| Austin Edition \| Regional Edition Town Hall Edition Videos

Episode 5: Generational Town Hall Meeting
Part 1: Generations in the Workplace
Our workplaces—one of the most common places where multiple generations interact.
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Part 2: Health Care Services
Aging Baby Boomers are having a profound impact on services, health care delivery being one of the most important. Watch the Video

Part 3: Social Networks
Our communities are dynamic networks that bring people together for a host of activities. Let’s find out more about what issues must be addressed as our social fabric ages. Watch the Video

Episode 4: Economic Development
Part 1: Strategies
Strategy and the tools that are used to create economic activity. Watch the Video

Part 2: Effectiveness
While there are many strategies available, there is a great deal of debate about what is effective – or the best use of limited resources. Watch the Video

Part 3: Community Amenities
Arguments are being made that giving away the store, so to speak, isn’t as important as other community amenities. Watch the Video

Episode 3: Agriculture
Part 1: Agriculture Economies
Big farms are getting bigger, small farms are specializing. Who is farming and how they are making it work. Watch the Video

Part 2: Agriculture and the Environment
Producers are employing an increasing number of management practices to protect our soil and water. We discuss successful programs and areas of increased focus. Watch the Video

Part 3: Energy from Agriculture
Agriculture is providing resources that generate energy as well as nutrition. Our panel discusses the viability of these new uses of farm products.
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Episode 2: We Are What We Eat
From day one, we are developing patterns of nutrition that will help us either thrive or languish. Historically the region is known for three-squares a day. How is this pattern changing? What are the effects of our diet choices? (Click on a link below to view a segment of the program.)

Obesity in the region

Diet and Disease

Practical steps for healthy living

Episode 1: Our Changing Demographics
Guests from all aspects of our daily lives come together on KSMQ’s First Regional Town Hall Meeting to discuss Minnesota’s changing demographics: (Click on a link below to view a segment of the program.)

Age

Diversity

The Economy