KSMQ
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IMPACT STORY
KSMQ & Legacy Funding Document Immigrant Success in the Heartland
KSMQ’s documentary, Home in the Heartland , featured four immigrants from four different parts of the world. From Panama, Thailand, Ecuador, and West Africa, they currently represent the Austin area, St. Charles, and Winona, which they now call home. Immigrant success stories are a testament to the resilience and determination of individuals who seek new opportunities in unfamiliar lands. Their drive to build a better life for themselves and their families fuels entrepreneurial ventures, contributing significantly to economic growth. Immigrants also enrich society by bringing diverse perspectives, skills, and traditions, cultivating innovation and cultural exchange. The impact of our support and fostering of immigrants within our communities makes a difference.
Legacy funding empowers KSMQ to create meaningful content that features musicians, poets, and artists in our communities, along with historic sites, people, and things. KSMQ nurtures each unique idea to explore the possible content, enriching the viewing experiences for all residents.
“I like that they cover sites, people and stories of our area. Living in Rochester, I like to see what is going on in other [places in] southern Minnesota.” – MPTA Legacy Survey Respondent
Enlightening our Communities
Raising Awareness
Inspiring Digital Short Stories
KSMQ brings awareness about veterans experiencing homelessness in Rochester, following two veterans who suffer from PTSD and the organizations that are finding and building places where they have security and a place to call home.
KSMQ continues to reach our digital viewers via KSMQ+ stories that keep you up-to-date on the latest happenings in our communities. We deliver arts from the historic Paramount Theater, cultural heritage from the Hormel Historic Home featuring the 12th annual crafting event, and history of a seminary ruins restoration. We nurture and engage to grow our online audiences.
At KSMQ, we develop programs like Off 90 to inform and educate our viewers about the rich culture within their communities. From showcasing art with one of the last glass etchers in the area, to a historical breakfast nook in an old bank building, we continue to unveil the arts, history, and cultural heritage of our region.
Sammy (guest)
Fairy (guest)
“Hello! Our library is interested in finding a copy of ‘Home in the Heartland’ on DVD for our patrons to check out. Is it, or will it be, available for purchase anywhere? Thanks for the help!” – Jill Veerkamp – St. Charles Public Library
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