R-Town PREMIERE: July 8, 2023
DISTRIBUTION & REACH
Platform
Reach (July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023)
DESCRIPTION R-Town , KSMQ’s weekly current events program, captures the historical changes occurring in Rochester, Minnesota. As one of the economic engines of the KSMQ viewing area, Rochester is brimming with business, cultural, and historical significance. In the midst of a great transformation as a result of the Destination Medical Center project, our host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara discusses current events pertaining to Rochester with her guests. Also featured on each episode are stand-alone stories featuring the culture, art, and history of the city. IMPACT R-Town addresses the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund principle to expand Minnesotans’ access to arts, 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 a historical record of the transformation of the community. Community members show their appreciation for this service by actively commenting on the show, sharing episodes and our stories on social media, and asking to be featured on the show.
21 episodes broadcast | 51 hours broadcast
Broadcast
21 episodes available | 10.5 hours of content available
Streaming apps
16 videos posted (linked to YouTube) | 8 hours of content available
KSMQ website
21 videos posted | 10.5 hours of content available | 2,279 video views
YouTube
16 posts | 19,736 video views | 1,809 engagements
EPISODES
R-Town | 2008 - Nicole discusses the state of Main Street with Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha, we learn about Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial, Danielle Teal brews up a conversation with Crystal Whitmarsh of Trail Creek Coffee Roasters, we go on an evening bike ride organized by Scheels, and Michael Wojcik talks about events in Rochester this summer. R-Town | 2009 - Nicole talks with Joe Ward of Experience Rochester, we learn about Central Bark doggy day care, Danielle Teal visits with Javier Ortiz of Javier’s Barbershop, we cook up a meal at a 4-H day camp, Michael Wojcik hunts down area swimming pools, and Nicole discusses the upcoming elections with Olmsted County’s Luke Turner. R-Town | 2010 - Nicole meets with Heather Nessler, the director of the Spark Children’s Museum, we learn about the work of the Southeastern Minnesota Interfaith Immigrant Legal Defense (SMIILD), Danielle Teal talks about the Rochester City Lines bus service with Dan Holter, we boogie down at the first-ever disco dance party at 125 Live, Michael Wojcik tells us about upcoming events, and we grab a guitar and sing with Emily Whitcomb. R-Town | 2011 - Danielle Teal talks with Derrick Fritz from the Olmsted County Community Health Assessment Process (CHAP) and catches up with Dee Sabol to learn about the recent work of the Diversity Council. We also sip and paint with the Wine and Canvas painting class and explore the vibrant mosaic work of artist Debra D’Souza. On the Spotlight segment, Danielle meets Jessica Taylor, owner of Pottery by Jessica. Michael Wojcik tells us about events happening at the Olmsted County Fair. R-Town | 2012 - Nicole speaks with Nisha Kurup, vice president of the Indian Cultural Association of Minnesota, and meets with Irene Woodward, community development director for the city of Rochester. We get our fill of caffeine and plant life, and meet a local painter. On the Spotlight segment, Danielle talks with Nadia Victoria about Sorellina’s restaurant. Michael Wojcik tells us about Party in the Alley and other events taking place. R-Town | 2013 - Nicole meets firefighter Mandee Marx, who tells us about the Rochester Fire Department’s first ever Women’s Expo, and talks with Ani Bulbulian from Revolutionary Earth about helping restore our local food ecosystem. We learn about a local woodworker, and we meet two master gardeners in this week’s Walkabout. On the Spotlight segment, Danielle talks with Mark Braun from Schott Distributing. Michael Wojcik reports on late summer events in Rochester. R-Town | 2014 - Nicole talks with Ken Baerg about what is new for 125 Live. We learn about the Street Medicine Elective for medical students with Beth Kangas and Jeff Woods. We ride with the Rochester Trolley and Tour Company and meet with bead artists at the Rochester Art Center. On the Spotlight segment, Danielle chats with Steve Finnie from Little Thistle Brewing Company about their upcoming anniversary event. Michael Wojcik informs us of events coming up in Rochester.
R-Town host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara speaks with Kate Rogers and Stephanie Tranchida of the Hometown Opera Company.
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