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Willmar softball ends a long CLC losing streak. Plus, there's plenty of new coaches for the Cardinals this spring

He grew up near the farming community of Willmar in Western Minnesota, and despite deep family ties to a rural lifestyle Adam Duininck always aspired to live, work and move the needle in a big city. So how did a kid from the country become such a force in the city as President & CEO of the Minneapolis Downtown Council? In this episode, Adam explains how he navigates today's challenging political divide to build relationships and trust, to work toward common goals and civic projects that everyone can enjoy. Connect with Versique

Rep Dave Baker Republican from Willmar tells Adam why he wants to rethink paid family leave.

West Central Tribune sports reporter Michael Lyne returns for another episode of the WCT Sports Spotlight Show. In episode 71, Lyne chats with Willmar boys swimming and diving senior David Lammers. Lammers previews the upcoming state meet, his future at St. John's University, and more.

Guest BioJerrid Sebesta is the creator of Life-Undeferred, a platform dedicated to helping people unlock their dream life. He is a transformational speaker, coach, and Amazon best-selling author of "Life-Undeferred: How to Unlock the Dream Life Already Inside." Before moving back to the Willmar area in 2014, he was a TV meteorologist for 12 years in several top-20 markets including Phoenix and Minnesota's KARE11. Jerrid believes we're called to step into our most authentic selves, shining light on the world around us.Show SummaryYou've built the career, the family, the life you always thought you wanted — so why do you still feel unfulfilled? In this episode, Jerrid Sebesta, former TV meteorologist turned keynote speaker and author of Life Undeferred, shares his midlife wake-up call and the one mindset shift that changed everything. From burnout and success traps to discovering true purpose beyond the grind, Jerrid reveals why most people feel stuck in midlife and how to break free. If you've ever asked yourself, "Is this really it?" — this conversation is for you. Learn how to stop chasing empty goals, redefine success, and make your second half the best half.Chapters00:00 – The Midlife Wake-Up Call You Can't Ignore02:14 – Jerrid Sebesta's Story: From Weatherman to Reinventing His Life05:45 – When "Success" Still Leaves You Feeling Empty09:02 – The Burnout Trap: Why High Achievers Struggle in Midlife13:37 – The ‘Plant the Flag Moment' That Changed Everything17:21 – Grit vs. Surrender: The Secret to True Fulfillment21:50 – The Power of Co-Creation: Stop Trying to Control Everything26:03 – Why Most Men Stay Stuck (And How to Break Free)30:42 – The Role of Faith, Mindset, and Letting Go34:17 – Sunday Night Strategy: Jerrid's Simple System for a Winning Week38:55 – What to Do If You Feel Trapped in Your Own Success42:18 – The One Question You MUST Ask Yourself to Find Purpose46:09 – Closing Thoughts: How to Take Action on This TODAYConnect with JerridLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerridsebesta/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerridsebesta/Ask Jon Questions / Give Feedback Share your feedback with us: https://www.halftime.network/feedback Join the Conversation Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe to our podcast, leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and join the conversation on Instagram and LinkedIn with hashtag #HalftimewithJonConnect with Jon LinkedIn: @HalftimewithJon Instagram: @HalftimewithJon X: @HalftimewithJon www.halftime.network

Willmar boys hockey is headed to the section semifinals. Plus, gymnastics and girls basketball

The Willmar Stingers and Minnesota Twins co-host a day in Willmar. Plus, West Central Conference boys basketball

West Central Tribune sports reporter Michael Lyne returns for another episode of the WCT Sports Spotlight Show. In episode 64, Lyne chats with Willmar boys basketball junior guard Avery Christensen. Christensen talks about the Cardinals' season, his career-high 40 point night, and more.

West Central Tribune sports reporter Michael Lyne returns for another episode of the WCT Sports Spotlight Show. In episode 62, Lyne chats with Willmar wrestling senior Conlan Carlson. Carlson previews the 2024-25 season, wrestlers to watch, and more.

The city of Falcon Heights voted Wednesday night to renew its police partnership with St. Anthony. Falcon Heights ended that relationship in 2017 after a St. Anthony police officer fatally shot Philando Castile during a traffic stop. Since then, the city has partnered with the Ramsey County Sheriff's office for its policing.And murder charges are expected against the suspect who allegedly killed a man in an attempted carjacking near Willmar on Tuesday following a domestic violence incident in Minneapolis.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Victim identified, charges pending in fatal rampage that spanned several countiesRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

One person is dead, another is injured and a suspect is in custody after a series of shootings and gunfire Tuesday that started in Minneapolis and ended near Willmar. Authorities say it started early Tuesday afternoon when the suspect reportedly shot at his former girlfriend at an apartment building on Lyndale Avenue South. The suspect fled and later wounded a man at a home in rural Kandiyohi County. The suspect then fatally shot a driver during an attempted carjacking near Willmar. The suspect was apprehended soon after.And Twin Cities celebrity chef Justin Sutherland faces sentencing in December after admitting he threatened to shoot his girlfriend.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.One dead, one injured, suspect in custody after crime spree stretching from Minneapolis to WillmarCelebrity chef Justin Sutherland admits threatening to shoot girlfriend, pleads guilty to felonyRead the latest edition of the Minnesota Today newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Murder charges are expected soon against the suspect who allegedly killed a man in an attempted carjacking near Willmar Tuesday following a domestic violence incident in Minneapolis. Also on the podcast, containment of a wildfire burning for nearly a week in east-central Minnesota is now up to 70 percent. The estimated size of the Evergreen Fire remains at 167 acres. It's in a remote part of the Chengwatana State Forest, east of Pine City.This is the MPR News evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music by Gary Meister.

We have the latest on a shooting spree that started in Minneapolis and ended two hours west in Willmar. Plus, intelligence officials say Russia was behind a viral post with disinformation about Gov. Tim Walz. We talk to an expert about foreign influence in this election. A new grant is helping fund small local news outlets. We find out what one recipient in central Minnesota plans to do with the grant money.This time last year it was snowing across Minnesota. Chief meteorologist Paul Huttner shares details on the unseasonably warm weather.And we meet two Minnesotans involved in a youth orchestra exchange with Cuba. They just returned after a nationwide blackout and tropical storm hit the country.

More details may emerge Wednesday about a violent rampage that police say began with a domestic assault in south Minneapolis and ended in Willmar hours later with one person dead, another wounded, and the suspect in custody. MPR News correspondent Matt Sepic has been following the story and joins MPR News host Cathy Wurzer with what is known.

West Central Tribune sports reporter Michael Lyne returns for another episode of the WCT Sports Spotlight Show. In episode 60, Lyne chats with Willmar boys soccer senior captain Saul Bustos. Bustos recaps the Cardinals' regular season, some of their key contributors, and more.

Willmar football prepares for homecoming, BBE has a section finals rematch and MACCRAY volleyball has a key conference showdown

Harmon Wilts a farmer from Willmar, Minnesota who runs a small farming business with his family joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss why the ACA has allowed him to keep his farm and why he wants to protect health care availability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The West Central Tribune sports staff looks at football matchups, including Willmar, NLS and RCW

West Central Tribune sports reporter Michael Lyne makes his return for Season 3 and the 55th episode of the WCT Sports Spotlight Show. In episode 55, Lyne chats with Willmar volleyball senior Gretchen Volk. The outside hitter talks on her summer with the Kandi Elite Volleyball Club, the upcoming prep season, and her future with the University of Sioux Falls.

Anytime something with wheels leads to a claim, Parker's colleagues come to Parker to find out whether the claim should fall under the CGL policy or the auto policy… or a secret third option. Notable Timestamps [ 00:22 ] - Mike details the above scenario. [ 01:15 ] - An "auto" would usually be covered under Business Auto policy, whereas "mobile equipment" would typically be covered under CGL. [ 02:20 ] - "Auto" means: 1. A land motor vehicle, "trailer" or semitrailer designed for travel on public roads; . . . However, "auto" does not include "mobile equipment". [ 03:15 ] - For the full definition of "mobile equipment", see: https://www.plrb.org/documents/gl14-mobile-equipment-defined/ [ 05:00 ] - The game begins! Is it an "auto" or a piece of "mobile equipment"? Cars are autos, while bulldozers are mobile equipment. [ 07:10 ] - Dump trucks are considered autos. [ 07:50 ] - What about a road grader that is used for snow removal? Recall that "self-propelled vehicles with the following types of permanently attached equipment are not "mobile equipment" but will be considered "autos:" ... Equipment designed primarily for: Snow removal;" In this case, it was not designed "primarily" for snow removal. [ 09:35 ] - Backhoes, skid steers, and combines are equipment, but a boat is neither! [ 11:40 ] - An auto with a permanently attached tree removal device? "Mobile equipment" means... "Vehicles, whether self-propelled or not, maintained primarily to provide mobility to permanently mounted ... Power cranes, shovels, loaders, diggers or drills;" [ 13:29 ] - A cherry picker is dual purpose: can be considered an auto or a piece of mobile equipment, depending on if the stabilizers are down and the truck is in use. [ 16:01 ] - Mike provides a recap of the scenario and the points above. Your PLRB Resources Policy Annotation - GL14 – “Mobile Equipment” Defined - https://www.plrb.org/documents/gl14-mobile-equipment-defined/ Will CGL Liability Coverage Apply When the Insured Loses Control of a Bobcat at a Work Site Damaging a Parked Vehicle? 2023.07.27jrm - https://www.plrb.org/documents/will-cgl-liability-coverage-apply-when-the-insured-loses-control-of-a-bobcat-at-a-work-site-damaging-a-parked-vehicle-2023-07-27jrm/ In South Carolina, Is A Golf Cart Mobile Equipment? 2023.01.12 - https://www.plrb.org/documents/in-south-carolina-is-a-golf-cart-mobile-equipment-2023-01-12/ Employees of member companies also have access to a searchable legal database, hundreds of hours of video trainings, building code materials, weather data, and even the ability to have your coverage questions answered by our team of attorneys (https://www.plrb.org/ask-plrb/) at no additional charge to you or your company. Subscribe to this Podcast Your Podcast App - Please subscribe and rate us on your favorite podcast app YouTube - Please like and subscribe at @plrb LinkedIN - Please follow at “Property and Liability Resource Bureau” Send us your Scenario! Please reach out to us with your scenario! This could be your “adjuster story” sharing a situation from your claims experience, or a burning question you would like the team to answer. In any case, please omit any personal information as we will anonymize your story before we share. Just reach out to scenario@plrb.org. Legal Information The views and opinions expressed in this resource are those of the individual speaker and not necessarily those of the Property & Liability Resource Bureau (PLRB), its membership, or any organization with which the presenter is employed or affiliated. The information, ideas, and opinions are presented as information only and not as legal advice or offers of representation. Individual policy language and state laws vary, and listeners should rely on guidance from their companies and counsel as appropriate. Music: “Piece of Future” by Keyframe_Audio. Pixabay. Pixabay License. Font: Metropolis by Chris Simpson. SIL OFL 1.1. Icons: FontAwesome (SIL OFL 1.1) and Noun Project (royalty-free licenses purchased via subscription). Sound Effects: Pixabay (Pixabay License) and Freesound.org (CC0). 1971 Plymouth Roadrunner. Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA. Wikimedia Commons. CC-2.0. Other images: Pixabay, CC0, Public Domain, or Adobe Stock.

This is episode 175 of the MxU Podcast! Jeff and Spencer are joined by two familiar faces, Josh Reeder-Esparza from the MxU crew and Dillan Howell from EVNT Ready. They chat all things experiences and answer this question… "Why are we Obsessed with 'Experiences' in Church?"Service Review (02:09 - 20:54)The crew review a service from AG Church of Willmar, MN. They dive into the mix, pointing out how the piano overpowers the guitars and the snare drum's sound. The consensus? Balance and subtle adjustments could make a significant difference. Thanks for the submission, Steve!If you're interested in a service review, submit yours to support@getmxu.com or DM us on our social accounts!Why are we Obsessed with Building ‘Experiences' in the Church? (20:55 - 01:06:54)Experience or service, whatever you call it, what's the true purpose behind them? Have we become too obsessed with the 'show' and not with genuine worship? In a larger sense, does our modern view of a church service align with the theological foundation of church in general? Take a listen as the guys dive into this topic and much more... Dillan even recounts his experience at a Cowboy Church.Upcoming Content (01:06:55 - 01:10:24)Tomorrow, on the MxU platform, we're releasing 'Mixing on an Analog Console' in response to the many... many... requests we've gotten over the years to film this course. Jeff used his "seasoned" expertise to craft a mix on an analog console and in doing so, he shared it all with you. Be on the lookout for the course drop tomorrow on our social accounts and via email.LinksMxUMxU Pop-Ups (Up Next: Dallas TX, August 20th)Dillan Howell

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Attorney Ian Bratlie with the ACLU of MN tells us about a troubling incident in Willmar. 

For Information Like Degrees Offered, Annual Costs, Etc., Please Click The Banner Below: The Agricultural College Episode is designed to profile agricultural trade schools, junior colleges, colleges and universities around the U.S.  This episode is an effort to replicate the conversation that prospective students, parents and ag teachers might have with agricultural schools at trade show like the National FFA Convention. Ridgewater College has the most unique and intriguing internship program that I have profiled to date.  And, even though there is no student housing, the options for students to house in Willmar are different than any I have heard of before as well.  Aside from this, Ridgewater offers excellent opportunities to learn about agriculture, establish your agricultural career or get you started towards your four year agricultural degree.  

Tuesdays and Fridays are special days for a small group of students from Lac qui Parle Valley Schools near Milan. That's when the Milan Kids Club is in session at the former Milan Public School building.Rosalia Iowanes and Justleen Ponun, two teens employed by the program, have set up the volleyball net in the gym. Some students play barefoot. The sport is immensely popular in the Micronesian community.Justleen explained the volleyball connection.“Most of us would say it's our favorite sport because some of us grew up playing volleyball and yeah, volleyball is also like a favorite sport back in Micronesia,” she said. Justleen's family moved from Micronesia to Milan. However, Justleen was born in Willmar, 43 miles east of town.Her family is not alone. From Micronesia to MilanFamilies have been relocating from the Federated States of Micronesia in the Pacific Ocean to this southwest Minnesota town for more than 20 years. The small but steady stream of Micronesians arriving in this rural town, founded in the 19th Century by Norwegian immigrants, is a big change, explained program director Ann Thompson.The Micronesian community has boosted Milan's once declining population and brought a new energy to town, she added. Their presence has boosted the economy and infused youth into an aging populace. Charthttps://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/18102929/?utm_source=embed&utm_campaign=visualisation/18102929“Milan went from the oldest community in Chippewa County, oldest average age … a little bit of diversity, but not much to being the youngest community, growing population and really diverse,” Thompson said. “It's a big change.”Thompson said longtime residents have realized over time there are benefits to having an immigrant community in Milan: More kids in schools and more kids to clothe and feed.According to data from the 2020 U.S. Census, Micronesians made up 57 percent of Milan's population of 428. The town's numbers peaked in the 1940 census with 624 residents and trended downward until it hit its lowest number, 326, in 2000.Datahttps://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/18102809/?utm_source=embed&utm_campaign=visualisation/18102809Between 2000 and 2020, Milan's population grew by 31 percent, according to census data. Micronesia is a region of about 2,000 islands in the Pacific Ocean. The region also includes the island nation of the Federated States of Micronesia, which is nearly 7,000 miles away from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Chuuk is one of the country's four states. Romanum is an island in Chuuk. And almost every person of Micronesian descent living in Milan, is from Romanum.How did Micronesians know about Milan, whose motto is “Norwegian Capital U.S.A.”? The connection begins with former Milan area resident, Erik Thompson, who served in the Peace Corps in Chuuk.  Thompson continued his Micronesian friendships after he left service. One of them visited Thompson in Milan. Thompson's friend later decided to settle in Milan with his family. Milan is roughly the same size as their island, Romanum, Erik Thompson told MPR News in 2010.“He thought he wouldn't be overwhelmed by the size of the place, and that I could speak his language so I could help him make a transition,” Thompson said of one of his friends from Romanum. “But he said he also wanted to bring his family over so kids could get a good education.”Afterward, others from Romanum moved to Milan as well.An agreement between Micronesia and the U.S. allows for citizens from both countries to work and travel freely between the two nations. Community cohesion can be noisyAnn Thompson says there were challenges for residents and newcomers.For example, Micronesians play music in the town park which might be too loud for some residents. They, in turn, may decline to directly ask for the music to be lowered, Thompson said, because of what she calls ‘Minnesota passive aggressiveness.'“There's angst,” Thompson said.Erika Raymond, the co-owner of E and J Micronesian Mart on Main street, says the park is packed every day with Micronesians.She says community members like to meet up at the park to play volleyball or basketball and they bring speakers to play music.“Some people just want peace and quiet but we're there every day making noises, but that's just how we are,” Raymond said. “We're a community that loves to hang around everyday. We're just very family-oriented. Not all of us are related. But if you're from somewhere and you come in and look, you'd think we're all related.”‘That's what I love about Milan'In 2007, Ann Thompson said a group of concerned citizens formed a nonprofit called the Greater Milan Initiative. The nonprofit paid $1 to the Lac qui Parle Valley School District for the former K-12 school which had been closed since 1990.The initiative manages the building and offers programs such as the kids club and a 4-H club. The WIC Clinic and other social service providers come by regularly to serve residents. The school district provides the funding for the kids club, Thompson said.  “They see this as a kind of an extra support group for the kids, kind of reinforcing what they're learning at school,” she said. “They have choices. They can play in the gym, or they can do art. We've been doing a lot of art exploration. We're working on this movie. That was their idea.”Nelisa Raymond is from Romanum. She's married and has a daughter in high school. She also works for the Appleton Milan Elementary School. Raymond remembers the day she arrived at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.“I came in April. And it's still cold over here. But there's no snow on the ground. So I open the door from the airport. It's like, whoa, it's cold and it's sunny,” Raymond said. “So I went back inside and I was like, ‘Oh my goodness.'”Erika Raymond said she is torn about returning to Romanum. She wants to return, but she has four children, ages 8 to 15, to think about.“As I'm getting older and older, I prefer back home. But then I have my kids so that's why we're here. I want them to get a good education,” she said. Raymond hopes they finish college and secure good jobs.Still, there's something about Milan.“It's a peaceful town. It's not crowded. And you feel safe with your kids roaming around town, and we feel safe,” Raymond said. “Yeah, that's what I love about Milan.”Correction (May 29, 2024): An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated who paid Lac qui Parle Valley School District for the school building. The story has been updated.

Minneapolis police say they've made an arrest in a hit and run incident, which they're investigating as a potential bias crime. And a Kandiyohi County deputy will not be charged in the death of a Willmar man who died during an attempted eviction.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

The West Central Tribune sports staff takes a look at Willmar track, spring polls and a standout girls golfer from ACGC.

There are more 5,000 active job postings in Minnesota schools, according to St. Cloud State University's EdPost listings. There's one school district you won't see on that list: Red Lake Public Schools. The district is fully staffed, thanks to teachers it has hired from abroad, specifically from the Philippines. Red Lake has hired 11 educators from the Philippines.Back in 2022, MPR News reported on Willmar doing the same. Fridley Public Schools has hired 33 educators from the Philippines. And the Department of Education just signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mexico to help pave the way for teachers from Mexico to get jobs here as more districts look to teachers from other countries to fill positions.MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talked about this strategy with Red Lake Public Schools Superintendent Tim Lutz and Dara Antazo, a Pre-K special education teacher at Red Lake from the Philippines.

West Central Tribune sports reporter Michael Lyne returns for another episode of the WCT Sports Spotlight. In episode 48, Lyne chats with Willmar baseball senior Dylan Staska. Staska talks about the Cardinals' season opener, his future plans at Bethel University, and more.

The ladies had their second ever live show at the Olmsted County History Center to celebrate Minnesota Mavens! This episode is a rare gem in that it is actually family friendly, so feel free to share with your kiddos who want to learn more about bada** babes from herstory! First, Kelley tells the story of Sarah Burger Stearns, an avid feminist and suffragist who traveled all over the country, campaigning for women's rights, particularly the right to vote, and even came to Rochester, MN, to start the first Women's Suffrage organization in Minnesota! Then, Emily revisits one of her all-time favorite group projects with the Willmar 8, a group of brave bank workers who endured subzero weather to fight for gender equality in the workplace. Grab some coffee (or alcohol- we don't judge) and get ready because we're wining about herstory!

Former Texas politician sentenced for child porn; former Trump employee involved in Trump classified documents case speaks out; Willmar massage owner charged; MN GOP math problem; assaults on police officers in Minnesota.

Nancy Miller, owner of Vinna Human Resources in Willmar, summarizes key Minnesota labor laws, including several that passed during the 2023 state legislative session.

Coach Antonenko's Orono Spartans beat Willmar 4-1 in the Class A Quarterfinals on Wednesday to set up a big semifinal showdown at 11am tomorrow with #3 Seed, Dodge County.   He talked with Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News. 

Nadir Yusuf made his marathon debut at the 2023 Grandma's Marathon, running a time of 2:15:26 that was good for 13th place overall and qualified him for the 2024 US Olympic Trials.Yusuf, from Willmar, Minn., attended Minnesota State Moorhead, where he competed mostly in middle and long distance track events. He was a multi-time conference champion, a two-time All-American, and he still holds several school records for the Dragons.In February, though, he'll be running the race of his life. A race he knows can change the course of his career, if he's able to snag one of the available Olympic spots in the men's marathon.He joins the podcast to talk about why he made the transition to the marathon in the first place and his training for the Trials, which right now he's doing side-by-side with his day job and graduate school.

Sports reporters Joe Brown and Michael Lyne talk Willmar gymnastics and a winter sports transition from wrestling to basketball

West Central Tribune sports reporter Michael Lyne returns for episode 42 of the WCT Sports Spotlight. In episode 42, Lyne chats with Willmar girls hockey senior defenseman Avery Quinn. Quinn talks about the Cardinals' strong year up to this point, some key Central Lakes Conference matchups, and more.

On today's episode, I talk to musician Arone Dyer. Originally from Willmar, Minnesota, Arone began writing songs in high school and even won a contest to perform at the Minneapolis Lilith Fair when she was 18-years-old. But soon after, she developed carpal tunnel syndrome and had to give up playing guitar for many years. After moving to New York, where she took up work as a luthier and bicycle mechanic, Arone met Aron Sanchez, and the two eventually formed the group Buke and Gase, which is named after the instruments they created to play in the band. In the last 13 years, the two have released nine albums and EPs, as well as a documentary about performing live during the first summer of the pandemic. Most recently, Arone recorded a collaboration with the European classical-contemporary ensemble, s t a r g a z e, entitled, appropriately, Arone x s t a r g a z e, and it is out now via Transgressive Records! This is the website for Beginnings, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Twitter. Check out my free philosophy Substack where I write essays every couple months here and my old casiopop band's lost album here! And the comedy podcast I do with my wife Naomi Couples Therapy can be found here!  

Two Minnesota-grown turkeys will get presidential pardons Monday at the White House. The turkeys are named Liberty and Bell, and come from Willmar from the Jennie-O Turkey Store, a subsidiary of Hormel. A light rail train went off the tracks Saturday in Minneapolis after hitting a concrete barrier. This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.

West Central Tribune sports reporter Michael Lyne returns for another episode of the WCT Sports Spotlight Show. In episode 39 of the show, Lyne chats with Willmar girls swimming and diving senior Aubrey Schueler. Schueler talks about her stellar performances at the Section 3A championships and previews the Class A state championships.

Follow the Cyclones across your favorite social media platforms @WausauCyclonesYou can find Jake on Twitter at @SennholzonSportThanks for being here Inside Cyclones Hockey. Go Clones!!

What sport were you in? And were you good at it? Tim was a bit hurt that Laura doesn't consider "bowling" a sport. It's also World Egg Day and Laura decided she wants chickens (you can't do that in Willmar). There was talk about some changes at a couple of airlines and whether it's better to buy or lease a vehicle. Of note: we are not financial experts! Click and have a listen! - Tim & Laura

The final week of the regular season for the Eau Claire Express is here! The Express wrap up the week with games against La Crosse and Willmar, then it's the postseason! Manager Dale Varsho joins the podcast to discuss his team as they wrap up the regular season and prepare for the postseason. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's no Taylor Swift concert — but six thousand people are expected in Minneapolis this weekend for the Elks National Convention.The Elks are a national fraternal service organization, similar to the Lions, Kiwanis or the Moose. These days, fraternal organizations have a fraction of the members they had at their peak in the 1970s. What relevance do fraternal organizations have in 2023? Past Elks national president Paul Ryan says it's all about service.MPR News host Tim Nelson talked with Ryan, who lives in Willmar.

Tim & Laura chat with the outgoing Willmar Fests Ambassadors and ask the infamous Fish Bowl Questions to the incoming hopefuls!   Play along at home, too!

Welcome to Season 2 of the On Main Street Podcast, where hosts Kelly Baeth and Brady Lindquist bring you engaging conversations with fascinating individuals who make a difference in their communities. In this exciting episode, we dive into the world of baseball as we sit down with the owners of the Willmar Stingers baseball team, Ryan Voz and Marc Jerzak. Join us as we explore their incredible journey into the world of baseball, unraveling the stories behind their passion and the determination that propelled them to success. Through insightful discussions, we uncover the challenges they faced and the lessons they learned along the way. Discover the secrets to building a thriving baseball team and how they navigated the complexities of the industry. But it doesn't stop there! In this episode, we go beyond the baseball diamond and delve into the broader topic of achieving success in any endeavor. Ryan and Marc share valuable insights on what it takes to make your dreams a reality and how to overcome obstacles that may come your way. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply looking for inspiration, this episode promises to deliver a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.   Willmar Stingers Baseball Willmar Stingers Social Media Account   On Main Street Podcast is a community-based podcast in the small town of New London Minnesota. Hosted by two realtors, Brady Lindquist and Kelly Baeth with a goal to share stories from business leaders and entrepreneurs from West Central Minnesota. Visit our website for more about New London Real Estate and our community.

In this episode of the Remote CEO Show, I had the pleasure to interview Peter Taunton. Peter Taunton is an entrepreneur and founder of several fitness brands. He grew up in Willmar, Minnesota, and quit college during his junior year after a business statistics class left him frustrated and in debt. Peter excelled in racquetball, which led to his first health club ownership opportunity. He later founded Snap Fitness, which has grown to 2,500 locations in 26 countries. He also founded 9Round, Farrell's, YogaFit, STEELE Fitness, and Fitness On Demand. Peter believes in providing affordable financing, world-class support, and management philosophy to his franchise owners. He was named Ernst and Young “Entrepreneur of the Year” in 2010.

Jeremy and Steve welcome young guns Casey and PJ of BDI to the show to talk about the challenges of being a newer snow company in a rural market in the midwest

If you want to become a veterinarian in Minnesota, you need to pass both state and national licensing exams. If you want to become a veterinary technician – a vet clinic's equivalent of a nurse – you don't need any of that. Minnesota is one of 10 states that does not require licensure or certification for veterinary technicians. A veterinarian in New London, Minnesota is pushing to change that. Al Balay, PhD., is a veterinarian and a teacher in the vet tech program at Ridgewater College. He talked with host Cathy Wurzer about the licensure bills just introduced in the state House and Senate this month.

Cindy and Jen talk about taking over a new team and the challenges that come along with that.Jen Sims is the current head coach of the Albert Lea Dance Team, but she has been a coached for Austin, Montevideo, Willmar, & New London-Spicer.  if you want to see her full bio click here.Welcome to Anything But Routine Presented by Just For Kix. This Podcast covers Everything & anything dance.  Stay up to date with the podcast by hitting the subscribe button.https://www.justforkix.com/anythingbutroutine