Sunday Focus With Christine Manika

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" It's been a challenging time for parents and guardians around the Sioux Empire when it comes to childcare. Recently, the Apple Tree Children's Centers announced all locations were set to close. This shocking announcement just highlights the growing concern for childcare needs in the Sioux Empire and South Dakota. Two organizations that stepped up to help the Apple Tree Children's Centers were EmBe and the Boys & Girls Club of the Sioux Empire. Despite the difficult childcare needs in our area, there are great resources like Tea Trailblazers and Gimme-A-Break that are ready to help families and kids. Kerri Tietgen with EmBe, Stacy Jones with the Boys & Girls Club of the Sioux Empire, and Amanda McGregor from Gimme-A-Break join the show to talk about the South Dakota Childcare crisis and ways they are helping families navigate these challenges."

"The City of Sioux Falls is growing by the day and there are people in our community experiencing homelessness. One organization helping others start a new chapter in life is the Union Gospel Mission of Sioux Falls. People who come to the Union Gospel Mission get food, shelter, clothing, and a new beginning. The CEO of the Union Gospel Mission of Sioux Falls Eric Weber joins the program to talk about the organization, how the Union Gospel Mission is responding to the city's growth, and how the community can get involved. People with more questions about the Union Gospel Mission of Sioux Falls and its services can visit ugmsiouxfalls.com"

"Christmas at the Cathedral is a timeless tradition in the Sioux Empire. The 27th Annual performance is set to take the stage at St. Joseph's Cathedral on December 14th until the 17th. This year's show is called "The Heavens Declare." Director of Christmas at the Cathedral Mark Conzemius joins the program to talk about the planning process, the history and wonder of the Cathedral, and the actors Sioux Falls can expect to see on stage. Tickets for Christmas at the Cathedral are on sale at Hy-Vee locations and by visiting ccfesd.org. People can also call 605-988-3765 for ticket information.

"It's been a big year at The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. Adoptions are through the roof. As of right now, over 3,200 animals have been adopted from the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. At the same time, more animals come to the shelter. Executive Director James Oppenheimer comes on the program to talk about his first year at the humane society, adoption trends in the Sioux Empire, and the need for Humane Honors. More details about the adoptable animals and the SFAHS can be found at sfadopt.com."

"People are itching to get out of the house and travel somewhere this holiday season. The Sioux Falls Regional Airport is a great resource for adventure seekers. Due to the flying demand and need in the Sioux Falls area, lots of new projects are going to transform the Sioux Falls Regional Airport. Including...the parking garage! Executive Director for the Sioux Falls Regional Airport Dan Letellier joins the show to talk about updates with projects at the airport like the parking garage, new furry faces inside the terminal, flying options for travelers, and holiday travel advice. For more information, future flyers can visit sfairport.com."

"South Dakota is known to have six seasons: There's your typical fall, winter, spring, and summer. But there's also construction and hunting season in South Dakota. Not many people think you need to be in shape for hunting. However, it does impact your hunting experience. Corey Howard from Results Personal Training joins the show to talk about their programs and how they get their clients in shape not just for hunting season, but also for their everyday life."

"The annual Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon is fast approaching. On September 28th and 29th, all the Results/Townsquare Media stations will transform for a great cause: Helping local kiddos fight cancer. The money raised during the annual Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon will benefit the kids and their families at the Sanford Children's Hospital. Bethany Olson with Sanford joins the show to talk about this year's Cure Kids Cancer event and what audiences can expect. The phone number to call in and donate is 605-328-5750. You can also text the word CASTLE to 51555 Remember that for September 28th and 29th!"

"Sioux Falls is pretty lucky to have a variety of entertainment options. There is even a theatre company to enjoy a night of music and fun. The Premiere Playhouse provides a wide-variety of family-friendly shows and educational opportunities. Oliver Mayes joins the program to talk about The Premiere Playhouse, shows for this coming season, the local talent on stage, and educational opportunities for kids. More information about The Premiere Playhouse can be found at thepremiereplayhouse.com or by calling 605-360-4800."

"After a successful second season, the Sioux Falls City FC pre-professional team is riding a huge high. This feeling is only the beginning for this organization. The owners of Sioux Falls City FC (Emily and Eric Thomas) just announced that Sioux Falls City FC will go pro in 2025. Sioux Falls will be one of five teams in the inaugural WPSL Professional League. Emily Thomas joins the show to share more details about this exciting news, how Sioux Falls will benefit from both teams, and what fans can expect to see over the next two years. More information about the Sioux Falls City FC organization can be found at siouxfallscityfc.com"

"The Bishop Dudley Hospitality House is known to serve as a day and overnight shelter for those in need. Their mission is to serve others and help them get back on their feet. They are at capacity every single night. That's why they are embarking on a new journey and opening a new facility for families at 409 N. Western Avenue in Sioux Falls. Their goal is to have the new family location open by January or February of 2024. Madeline Shields of BDHH joins the show to tell us about the project and how to donate. Visit bdhh.org for more information about the new building, volunteer opportunities, and how you can donate to the new project."

"The 2023 Sanford International is back at the Minnehaha Country Club this year September 11th through the 17th. Legendary golfers are coming to Sioux Falls to compete in a high-level PGA Champions tournament. Golf history could be made and you can see it in Sioux Falls. Davis Trosin and Steve Young with the Sanford International join the show to talk about the tournament, the events during the week, the future of golf, and more. Ticket information can be found by visiting sanfordinternational.com."

"Tattoos have been part of cultures for thousands of years. It can represent your heritage or a memory. Tattoos are an expressive form of art. But did you know that some people actually can feel sick and might experience flu-like symptoms after getting a tattoo? I never even thought about connecting these two topics together, until I met Cory Clasussen and Briana Welker from Red Arbor Tattoo. With the help of Dr. and Professor Saige Kelmelis and her students from the University of South Dakota, they are collecting data to see if tattoos really can affect our health. More information about this study and how you can get involved can be found at redarbortatoo.com."

"Summer is a big deal for chislic lovers in the Sioux Empire. The annual South Dakota Chislic Fest is on Saturday, July 29th in Freeman. This is a huge celebration for the state's nosh and for the Freeman community. This year is all about the volunteers who help make the South Dakota Chislic Fest possible. The Parker FFA will be handling the BINGO games, the Menno fire department will be hanging out at the beer tent, and 200-300 volunteers will be helping you have fun throughout the day! This festival is all thanks to the awesome volunteers! More information on this year's festival can be found at sdchislicfestivial.com"

"The Children's Home Shelter for Family Safety has been busy lately. For one, they opened its new facility in Sioux Falls last November. It's great they are expanding its resources, but also bittersweet. This expansion only means that more people in the Sioux Empire need to use the Children's Home Shelter for Family Safety to escape domestic violence. That's why the Drive Out Domestic Violence campaign is so important. For the month of July, you can expect to see ambassadors over social media sharing facts about domestic violence and starting a conversation. It's so important to educate others and this campaign shows others that hope is truly stronger than fear. Staci with the Children's Home Shelter for Family Safety tells us about this continued fight and how the community can get involved. More information can be found at driveoutdv.com."

"It feels like new businesses are opening their doors in the Sioux Empire every month. One new cafe that is creating a lot of excitement in Sioux Falls is the Cattitude Cafe. You can eat, drink, and hang out with cats all day. The best part? These cats are from the Humane Society, so they are adoptable! You can even adopt a cat when you visit the Cattitude Cafe. Heather Wendlandt from the Cattitude Cafe and James Oppenheimer with the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society join the show to talk about the new partnership, what to expect at the Cattitude Cafe, and how this business will benefit the Humane Society. The opening date for the Cattitude Cafe will be Saturday, July 15th." "The tourism industry is thriving in Sioux Falls and in the state of South Dakota in general. There is a lot of excitement for the 2023 tourism season. From the fun concerts, entertaining events, and the tasty restaurants, Sioux Falls has a lot to offer visitors. Sioux Falls is no longer the "drive-through town." It is a city where people explore and stay for vacation. The Executive Director from Experience Sioux Falls, Teri Schmidt joins this show to talk about new businesses and developments in the city and what people can expect this tourism season. The best resource to find out what's going on in Sioux Falls is by visiting experiencesiouxfalls.com."

"There is a lot of golf being played throughout the summer, especially in South Dakota. Professional golfers from across the country come to the Midwest just to be part of the Dakotas Tour. It spans between North and South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota. The pros for big cash prizes and an opportunity to make it big on their journey to the PGA. Chris Gilman, Jon Yoshihiro, and Tony Albano join the program to talk about the Dakotas Tour, their golf careers, and their goal/dream. You can follow the tour by visiting dakotastour.com."

"It was an active winter weather in the state of South Dakota. We saw some snowstorms that brought cold temperatures, strong winds, and lots of snow. What will the summer look like in the Sioux Empire? Well...it's going to be hot. Todd Heitkamp with the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls talks about the weather we've experienced, what the summer weather might look like, and how to stay weather alert."

"There are always new businesses, events, and restaurants to explore in the Sioux Empire. It can be hard to keep track of all the new establishments calling Sioux Falls home. A great marketing and news resource to rely on is called SiouxFalls.Business. This digital platform allows not only residents to stay up to date with everything in the Sioux Empire, but also allows business owners to advertise their product. Another outlet to get your Sioux Empire news and some community interest stories is through SiouxFalls.Business' sister resource, Pigeon605. Owner and Publisher of SiouxFalls.Business Jodi Schawn joins the show to talk about her interests in news, why & how she created SiouxFalls.Business and Pigeon 605, and an update on businesses and events in the Sioux Empire. More information about Sioux Falls news can be found by visiting siouxfalls.business and pigeon605.com"

"Lost & Found is an organization in the Sioux Empire that focuses on mental health education for college campuses, work places, and family life. Erik Muckey with Lost & Found comes back on the show to talk about updates with the organization and the new bill they just passed during this year's legislative session. For more information about Lost & Found, check out resilienttoday.org."

"JDRF is one of the many great organizations around the Sioux Empire. Their mission? To educate and to make the public aware of diabetes. Lead Volunteer and Board Member Jessi Buer along with Media Ambassador Brian Allen join the show to talk about the organization and the Community One Walk on Saturday, June 3rd. Anyone looking for more information about JDRF and the walk can visit www2.jdrf.org." "There are different resources available for the Sioux Falls community. One resource that allows other access to technology is the Sioux Falls Computer Library. Believe it or not, there is a technology gap within the community. This resource allows people to fill out paperwork, employment applications, or even continue their education. Founder Ryan Reiffenberger joins the program to talk about the organization and how the community can get involved. More information can be found at siouxfallscomputerlibrary.org."

"Anna Nicole Smith was the modern-day Marilyn Monroe. Her life was unique and her death was tragic. But who would have ever thought she had a South Dakota connection? Anna Nicole was really good friends with local celebrity Mitchell Olsen. Mitchell talks about his relationship with Anna Nicole and his involvement with the upcoming Netflix documentary 'Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me.' Netflix users can learn more about Anna Nicole's and Mitchell's relationship on Tuesday, May 16th."

"If you're looking for an event that embraces culture, music, art, and food, then there is a special event in Wagner happening this June. The 605 Unity JAM is all about bringing people and cultures together. It's a day of learning and understanding other heritages in the state of South Dakota. Dana Sanderson along with Wagner HS students Sabrina Kreber & Jennifer Barnet join the show to talk about the organization and the 605 Unity JAM on Sunday, June 11th. More details can be found on the 605 Unity JAM Facebook page."

"There are at least six seasons in Sioux Falls. Of course, there's summer, fall, spring, and winter. But there's also construction and pothole season. Now that the weather is warmer, orange cones and road work signs will be on our streets once again. Dustin Hansen and Wes Phillips from the City of Sioux Falls join the program to talk about this winter, plowing the snowy streets, potholes, and some exciting construction projects throughout the city. Anyone who has questions about the roads or street conditions can always visit siouxfalls.org/streetconstruction, use the City of Sioux Falls app, or by calling 605-367-8600."

"If you're looking for a local Sioux Falls show to watch on TV, Late Night Boomin' might be the show for you. It's a fun late-night show that focuses on local talent, people, and Sioux Falls in general. Late Night Boomin' can be described as the local take of the "Jimmy Fallon" show on late night TV. Mitchell Olson and Jack Unruh of Late Night Boomin' come on the program to talk about this local late show, where people can watch this new program, how the viewers can see the show live at the Washington Pavilion, and about how Late Night Boomin' came to be. You can catch episodes of Late Night Boomin' on Fox after Dakota News Now and on NBC following 'Saturday Night Live.' "

"Soccer is growing in popularity in the Sioux Falls area, especially women's soccer. The Sioux Falls City FC soccer team is giving women soccer athletes a chance to compete at the next level. The Sioux Falls City FC co-owners Melissa Nelson and Emily Thomas say this organization is taking women's soccer to the next level in Sioux Falls. To learn more about the 2nd season tickets and the team, fans can visit https://siouxfallscityfc.com/ or its social media pages."

"There are many great organizations in the Sioux Empire, including Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sioux Falls. They help people obtain affordable and safe housing in the area. They also give the community an opportunity to help create these homes. Eric Fjerestad of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sioux Falls joins the program to talk about the organization and volunteer opportunities. More information can be found at siouxfallshabitat.org."

"It's been a chilly and active winter in the Sioux Empire. People are itching to get out of the house and travel someplace warm. The Sioux Falls Regional Airport is a great resource for travel lovers and adventure seekers. Due to the flying demand and need in the Sioux Falls area, lots of new projects are going to transform the Sioux Falls Regional Airport. Including...the parking garage! Executive Director for the Sioux Falls Regional Airport Dan Letellier joins the show to talk about new projects for the airport and flying options for travelers. For more information, future flyers can visit sfairport.com."

"This year's Legislative Session just finished in Pierre. Lots of bills and resolutions were passed. Someone who can tell us more about this year's session and the bills passed is South Dakota Rep. Tyler Tordsen from District 14. Anyone who has questions for Tyler or any representative can always visit sd.legislature.gov."

"The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society is one of the many great organizations in the Sioux Empire. They love animals and their mission is to find all animals their 'fur-ever' home. James Oppenhemier is the new Executive Director of the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. He tells us about his background, his love for animals, the mission of the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society, and Paws to Celebrate on Saturday, April 15th. More information about the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society can be found at sfhumanesociety.com"

"The tourism industry is thriving in Sioux Falls and in the state of South Dakota in general. There is a lot of excitement for the 2023 tourism season. From the fun concerts, entertaining events, and the tasty restaurants, Sioux Falls has a lot to offer visitors. Sioux Falls is no longer the "drive-through town." It is a city where people explore and stay for vacation. The Executive Director from Experience Sioux Falls, Teri Schmidt joins this show to talk about last year's season, the events happening in 2023, new businesses and developments in the city, places we would love to have in Sioux Falls, and what people can expect this tourism season. The best resource to find out what's going on in Sioux Falls is by visiting experiencesiouxfalls.com."

"Reading is so essential in today's society. At one point, 50% of kids in school were not reading at their respective grade levels. New data that came out this year now shows that 80% of kids in school are not reading at their grade level. Dr. Bonni Boschee has been an educator throughout South Dakota for over 30 years. Now retired, she created the Read2Soar program in 2006 which teaches kids and even college students how to read, write, and articulate their speech. With the guidance of Dr. Bonni, she is able to scientifically determine each child's strengths and weaknesses in the Read2Soar program. In a matter of weeks under Dr. Bonni and her reaching coaches, kids are reading above their grade level. She is actively looking for new coaches to join Read2Soar this March. More information about how to become a certified reading coach and the program itself can be found at read2soar.com."

"Heart Month is February and what better organization to talk about this month than the American Heart Association. Chrissy Meyer from the American Heart Association talks about this month and how the "Go Red For Women" campaign impacts the community. She also discusses luncheon opportunities for businesses in the Sioux Falls area. For more details on this event and your heart health, you can always visit heart.org." "EmBe is one of the many organizations in the Sioux Empire that benefits women and girls. For the past 100 years, EmBe has provided a sense of confidence for young women entering the job market or girls learning how to work together. They offer a lot of programs like Dress For Success and Girls on the Run. Susanne Gale from EmBe joins the show to talk about this organization's history, programs, and the 'In Her Shoes Empowerment Breakfast.' This event takes place on Thursday, March 2nd. More information can be found at embe.org."

"It's been a busy year for the Sioux Falls School District. Thanks to the continuous growth in the city, enrollment across the district is growing along with employment opportunities. Dr. Jane Stavem of the Sioux Falls School District joins the program to talk about new programs in the district, how they plan to tackle enrollment numbers, bills under consideration during this legislative session, new ways to connect with parents, and events happening for the district. Any parent or resident who has questions about the Sioux Falls School District can always visit its website at sf.k12.sd.us."

"You might have heard of the movie 'Napoleon Dynamite.' But you might not have known that one of the film producers is from South Dakota. Sean Covel is a film producer and author living his dream. He is creating movies and writing the children's book series 'Porter the Hoarder.' Sean loves watching projects come to life. But more importantly, he loves South Dakota. Sean joins the show to talk about his South Dakota stories, how he got to Hollywood, and what projects he's working on. By the way, Sean's book series 'Porter the Hoarder' is available on Amazon."

"The City of Sioux Falls is a thriving, growing community. Around 7,000 people alone this year have moved to Sioux Falls. With growth comes some challenges, including infrastructure, housing, and crime rates. Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken joins the program to talk about life after the city elections, his goals for 2023, and goals throughout his second term. He also talks about the recent snowstorms throughout the City of Sioux Falls. The amount of snow seen in the city has not been seen in a number of years. In fact, Mayor TenHaken is already thinking of programs and tools to help navigate massive winter storms better. It will also help residents stay up to date about Snow Alerts in the City of Sioux Falls. Anyone who has questions for the mayor can easily reach out to him on his social media accounts or by emailing him."

"Hope Haven is one of the many non-profit organizations around the Sioux Empire. Brooke Kooima from Hope Haven sits in on the program to talk about the organization and how COVID-19 has affected them. For more information about Hope Haven and how to get involved, visit https://www.hopehaven.org/." "The Teddy Bear Den is one of the many organizations in the Sioux Empire that help so many moms and kids around the Sioux Empire. The Executive Director, Sandy Lown provides an update about the organization, the Celebrity Night Out on Saturday, January 21st, and upcoming plans for the group. Anyone who needs more information about the Teddy Bear Den or is in need of its services can visit teddybearden.org or call (605)-335-2730."

"The airport industry has bounced back since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thankfully, things are starting to look up at Sioux Falls Regional Airport. But not as quickly as some would hope. Dan Letellier joins the show to talk about changes during the pandemic, inflation, with what's to come for the airport and holiday travel."

"It's the season of giving throughout the Sioux Empire. Results-Townsquare Media is once again proud to partner with the Children

If you're interested in starting a new business or a woman in business looking for professional growth, there's a Sioux Empire organization for you. The SD CEO Women's Business Center is a fairly new organization in Sioux Falls. They thrive on serving businesses and empowering women entrepreneurs. You don't have to be a woman for these services. SD CEO Women's Business Center welcomes everyone! Sadie Swier of the SD CEO Women's Business Center joins the program to talk about what they have to offer the community. Plus, we'll look back at Sadie's career at DTSF and what skills she's bringing to this new career endeavor."

"If you're looking for a local Sioux Falls show to watch on TV, Late Night Boomin' might be the show for you. It's a fun late-night show that focuses on local talent, people, and Sioux Falls in general. Late Night Boomin' can be described as the local take of the "Jimmy Fallon" show on late night TV. Mitchell Olson and Jack Unruh of Late Night Boomin' come on the program to talk about this local late show, where people can watch this new program, how the viewers can see the show live at the Washington Pavilion, and about how Late Night Boomin' came to be. You can catch episodes of Late Night Boomin' on Fox after Dakota News Now and on NBC following 'Saturday Night Live.' "

"The Day of Giving is Tuesday, November 29th. It's a day when people give back to non-profit organizations like Almost Home Canine Rescue. Michelle Seten of Almost Home Canine Rescue talks about the organization and the Day of Giving. People can find out how to donate by visiting almosthomecaninerescue.com." "The Sioux Empire is lucky to have a variety of entertainment venues like the Canton Performing Arts Center. It opened in Canton in partnership with Canton High School just four years ago. Dr. Dan joins the show to talk about the Canton Performing Arts Center along with events happening."

"Lost & Found is a fairly new organization in the Sioux Empire. They have been expanding their services throughout the state, especially on college campuses. The purpose of Lost & Found is finding the ability to have an open and honest discussion about mental health. Executive Director and CEO Eric Muckey talks about how this organization began, the way it's changing college campuses, and how it's starting the mental health conversation."

"If you have an idea or are looking to start a business but have no idea what you're doing, then you should visit StartUp Sioux Falls. This redesigned organization in the Sioux Empire focuses on ideas, businesses, mentorships, and networking opportunities to help people get started with their career journeys. Brienne Maner of StartUp Sioux Falls joins the program to talk about the history of StartUp Sioux Falls, how the community can get involved, and its mission. You can also visit startupsiouxfalls.com for more information."

"Sioux Falls is pretty lucky to have a variety of entertainment options. There is even a theatre company to enjoy a night of music and fun. The Premiere Playhouse provides a wide-variety of family-friendly shows and educational opportunities. Oliver Mayes and Alex Newcomb-Weiland (New-comb Why-land) join the program to talk about The Premiere Playhouse, shows for this coming season, the local talent on stage, and educational opportunities for kids. More information about The Premiere Playhouse can be found at thepremiereplayhouse.com. Tickets can be found on the website or by calling 605-367-6000."

"Hunting pheasants is a huge tradition in South Dakota. It's a way of life in the state and it encourages people to get outside, especially the kids. The Turner County Youth Pheasant Hunt is all about involving kids with this sport and practicing safety. On top of this excitement, some celebrities even join the fun and perform a show at Parker High School. This year, the group Tonic Sol-Fa is the special guest on Saturday, October 29th. Tickets for the Turner County Youth Pheasant Hunt concert can be found at itickets.com."

"South Dakota elections are Tuesday, November 8th. The big part of this election is to see who will be the governor of our great state, South Dakota. We do our best at Results/Townsquare Media to keep the public informed on each candidate running. We have reached out to all candidates running for Governor of South Dakota. Tracey Quint joins us in the studio to tell us about her, her reasons running for governor, and her vision for South Dakota. To learn more about Tracey's campaign, visit quint22.org." "The Sioux Empire is lucky to have a variety of entertainment venues like the Canton Performing Arts Center. It opened in Canton in partnership with Canton High School just four years ago. Dr. Dan joins the show to talk about the Canton Performing Arts Center along with events happening."

"South Dakota elections are Tuesday, November 8th. The big part of this election is to see who will be the governor of our great state, South Dakota. We do our best at Results/Townsquare Media to keep the public informed on each candidate running. We have reached out to both candidates running for Governor of South Dakota. Jamie Smith joins us in the studio to tell us about him, his reasons running for governor, and his vision for South Dakota. To learn more about Jamie's campaign, visit smithforgov.org."

"The annual Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon is fast approaching. On September 29th and 30th, all the Results/Townsquare Media stations will transform for a great cause: Helping local kiddos fight cancer. The money raised during the annual Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon will benefit the kids and their families at the Sanford Children's Hospital. Bethany Olson with Sanford joins the show to talk about this year's Cure Kids Cancer event and what audiences can expect. The phone number to call in and donate is 605-328-5750. Remember that for September 29th and 30th!" "The Sioux Empire is lucky to have a variety of entertainment venues like the Canton Performing Arts Center. It opened in Canton in partnership with Canton High School just four years ago. Dr. Dan joins the show to talk about the Canton Performing Arts Center along with events happening."

"Sioux Falls has a unique opportunity to see The Long Island Medium live! Theresa Caputo is a medium (psychic) that has been delivering healing messages for people for over 20 years. Many people might be familiar with Theresa and her gift from the hit TLC series "Long Island Medium." On Friday, September 23rd, Theresa is going to share her story and deliver healing messages to audience members at the Washington Pavilion. Christine Manika and Ben Davis had the chance to chat with Theresa Caputo before this upcoming show. Tickets are still available for the show at washingtonpavilion.org." "The annual Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon is fast approaching. On September 29th and 30th, all the Results/Townsquare Media stations will transform for a great cause: Helping local kiddos fight cancer. The money raised during the annual Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon will benefit the kids and their families at the Sanford Children's Hospital. Bethany Olson with Sanford joins the show to talk about this year's Cure Kids Cancer event and what audiences can expect. The phone number to call in and donate is 605-328-5750. Remember that for September 29th and 30th!"

September is Mental Health Awareness Month. One of the many organizations in the Sioux Empire that helps people face their mental illness and addictions is Face It Together. This focuses on one-on-one coaching to help others confront their addictions and move past their struggles with it. Truly, coaches and clients face addiction and substance abuse together. Joe Tlustos and Steve Handel are in the studio to talk about Face It Together along with their own struggles with addiction. More information can be found at wefaceittogether.org.