Leon Lundstrom, with the Minnesota Gospel Opry says their 10th season kicks off this Saturday, May 20, 2023. Dove Award winning, Grammy nominated gospel group The Erwins are making their first appearance in Minnesota. Crossroads Church, 17671 Glacier Way, Lakeville, Mn is the venue.

Dave Ladd talks about Industrial Hemp and the new Farm Bill

Dustin Dienst, Faribault Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director talks about the flash flood warning in effect and it's impact on the community. The most recent house fire was caused by a cardboard box placed on an extension cord. Dienst says the extension cord should only be for temporary usage and never put anything on top of an extension cord.

Pat Rice, Kathy Larson, Karen Rasmussen with American Association of University Women Faribault chapter give details about their annual book sale at the Faribo West Mall. Proceeds help pay for two $1500 scholarships awarded by the local chapter.

Dave Nichols,Executive Director of RCHS promotes upcoming flea market. He hopes people will stop by during the fair and talk about what they enjoy most about the fair as they gather oral history for a future exhibit at the museum in Faribault.

Rob Schanilec, veteran Realtor with Century 21 Atwood Professional Pride Group in Northfield says the resources available to them with their recent acquisition is incredible.

Rice County Fair Manager John Dvorak talks about the 2023 and that he is stepping down after 10 years.

Eric Lundin, Rice County Social Services Psychologist says research of the past 15 years shows being open to awe helps people maintain good mental health. May is Mental Health Month.

Montgomery May Day Committee memberd Jim Mladek, Jean Keogh, Carol Kotasek give details about the celebration of spring which includes Czech music, food and May Pole dancing. Julie Bifano is proprietor of The Rustic Farmer which hosted the program in downtown Montgomery.

Craig Soupir, Waterville Area Fisheries Supervisory & Andrew Scholton, Hatchery Lead, shared information about their open house next Thursday during the Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener Weekend. We talked about fish kill and upgrades to the hatchery also.