R-TOWN Start of Season: July 9, 2021 EPISODES: 25 DESCRIPTION: R-Town captures the evolving community of Rochester, MN as it undergoes historic changes as a result of the DMC initiative. IMPACT: R-Town addresses the ACHF principle to “expand Minnesotans ’access to knowledge, information, and access to arts, and Minnesota’s history and cultural heritage.” Each week, R-Town promotes dialogue on important events and issues impacting residents of Rochester, along with showcasing art, music, dance, theater, and history stories. R-Town not only informs, it provides a space where different members of the community can share their stories helping to develop the fabric of this rapidly changing community. As we document this change, R-Town also serves as an historical record of the transformation of the community. Community members show their appreciation for this service by actively commenting on the show, sharing our stories on social media, and asking to be part of the show.
People enjoying the first Thursdays Downton event of the year. DISTRIBUTION: R-Town is broadcast on our main channel (15.1). R-Town is also shared on the KSMQ Facebook page, the KSMQ YouTube channel, and the KSMQ website (ksmq.org) ● R-Town 1801 This week on R-Town, Nicole sits 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. ● R-Town 1802 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. ● R-Town 1803 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 tells us all about the upcoming Olmsted County Fair, and
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