Minnesota Diversified Industries is a local non-profit manufacturer. Their mission is to serve people with disabilities by offering inclusive employment opportunities and services. MDI manufactures corrugated standard and custom plastic packaging solutions, production assembly, and environmental services. As a non-profit through a Social Enterprise model, MDI creates self-sufficiency by providing meaningful work in an inclusive environment, with nearly half of the workforce comprised of people

... Making films and doing commercials takes a lot of energy and a lot of coordination. To put that energy into something that I really believe in and really speaks to my children... that definitely made a difference. It was more rewarding... - David Brandvik David Brandvik’s production company Thinker Feeler creates film and video content for a wide range of clients including Mastercard, The Late Show with James Corden, and Disney. He recently won an Emmy for a video he directed that was part

*We are continuing our Meet the Candidates conversations for the November 3rd, 2020 elections. We recently talked with Jeremiah Liend (DFL) running for MN House District 2a against incumbent Representative Matt Grossell (R). Find information on his MN House record as well. It is our goal to give you information so you can go to the polls ready to vote. ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE? Find out who will be on your ballot at mnvotes.org . *KAXE/KBXE News and Public Affairs Director Heidi Holtan

Boozhoo Nana Boozhoo and Natasha join us each week on the Monday Morning Show. This week they teach us to say “dagwaagin” the Ojibwe word for autumn or fall, a time of change and letting go.

"Moving beyond protest and into policy, and looking toward progress...We want action and change... It's not just about Mr. George Floyd. It's about all of the George Floyds and it's about what else can be done...We want to continue the conversation in social change so we can make America great for the first time...We need police. We also need severe police reform... We have to step back and consider what really needs to change. " - Juanita Reopelle, Project for Change Project for Change is a

KAXE/KBXE's Heidi Holtan hosts a weekly statewide conversation with Minnesota State Officials. It was an opportunity to ask questions about Minnesota’s response and plans concerning the COVID-19 pandemic. This week, the Minnesota Department of Health Director, Kris Ehresmann answered questions regarding a vaccine, family gatherings leading into the holiday and more. For more information on the states response to COVID-19 visit the Minnesota State's Website. If you’d like to ask the Lieutenant

On the Friday Morning Show, Heidi talks with Marshall Helmberger the editor of the Timberjay Newspaper . This week Marshall talks about the United Steelworkers push back against the six Iron Range mayors who signed a joint letter endorsing President Trump. He informs us of the increase of Covid 19 cases in NE Minnesota, including the Bois Forte Reservation and an assisted living facility in Ely and he talks about the controversy in Greenwood Township with the town clerk and the town board.

Fred Friedman and Kyle Erickson join John Bauer and Heidi Holtan on the Thursday Morning Show for Sports Page. They start with an update on the Twins, talk about how the playoffs will be run this year, discuss the possibility of a college football season and have fun with trivia.

Jeff Sundin joins Heidi Holtan on the Thursday Morning Show for Early Bird Fishing. They talk about how the full moon, high winds and cooler water temperatures effect the fall bite. Jeff gives us some tips on fishing crappies in the weed patches and he and Heidi give us information on the invasive jumping worms with the warning not to use them for bait.

Jude, Wendy, and Adele have been friends for the last 40 years. Now in their 70s, they gather for the Christmas weekend to pack up the beach house which belonged to Sylvie, their late friend. But without Sylvie to maintain the group’s delicate equilibrium, frustrations build and painful memories press in. Fraying tempers, an elderly dog, unwelcome guests and too much wine collide in a storm that brings long-buried hurts to the surface—and threatens to sweep away their friendship for good in