Library Director Delane James enlightens us about all the things you can literally check out with a FREE library card at the Faribault Public Library. Friends of the Library funded the plaza work a couple years ago and received a state award.

The Executive Director of the Little Theatre of Owatonna Victoria Bartkowiak talks about their 60th season.

Jane Bartho and Rachel Trnka inform us about the annual Chamber gala event with a Kentucky Dervy theme. Lots of great silent and live auction items avaiable including many experiences. The Chamber fundraiser will be loaded with fun and is open to the public.

Erich Mische CEO of Save talks about their mission "Dedicated to the prevention of Suicide" and their matching fundraiser Wednesday October 24TH.

Dustin Dienst gives some farm safety tips for the upcoming harvest including a reminder for everyone that the large implements will be on roads this fall so patience is needed.

Jill Fagerlund, and Cheryl Freund, retired Faribault Public Schools teachers and Steering Committee members want people to nominate individuals for this year's Distinguished Alumni Awards. Banquet is April 18, 2026 and nominations are due by January 1, 2026. Individuals must be graduates prior to 10 years ago. People from all walks of life have been honored. People impacting their communities significantly should be nominated even if they are not at the top of their chosen field.

John Sherwin says he does not have any answers for the recent gun violence in Minnesota but indicated a ban of assault rifles probably wouldn't prevent people from obtaining them. He adds resources to deal with mental illness are also badly needed.

Greg Ciesluck, Sharon Nelson, and Nicholas Sonpon give details about a fundraiser for a mission effort to Liberia. Dollars raised on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at River Valley Church in Faribault will provide scholarships for girls in the west African Nation to go to school.

Nort Johnson, President and CEO of Faribault Area Chamber of Commerce says housing is a big issue nationwide and the city, county and others are trying to see if they can assist in alleviating the shortage of homes for people to buy. Johnson also touts the upcoming Taste of Faribault at the Faribo West Mall.

Jen Korbel, Executive Director of Buckham West gives details about the 55th anniversary of the Faribault senior organization that started in 1970 in the basement of a local store downtown. A eek filled with activities is planned to celebrate.