The City of Sioux Falls is growing by the day and there are people in our community experiencing homelessness. 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 now to talk about the organization, how the Union Gospel Mission is responding to the city's growth, and how the community can get involved. Additional information can be found at ugmsiouxfalls.com.

People are ready to leave 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 new projects for the airport, flying options for travelers, and what to expect for holiday travel. For more information, future flyers can visit sfairport.com.

Christmas at the Cathedral is a timeless tradition in the Sioux Empire. The 28th Annual performance is set to take the stage at St. Joseph's Cathedral on December 12th until the 15th. This year's show is called "Go in Peace." 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.

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, how to get involved, and what Lost & Found future holds. For more information about Lost & Found, check out resilienttoday.org.

The mission of the Sioux Falls Housing & Redevelopment Commission is to provide long-term rental assistance to over 2,000 households in Sioux Falls and Minnehaha County. Offering eight specialized housing programs, they aim to best meet the community’s housing needs. Joining us today in the studio is Brent Tucker with the Sioux Falls Housing & Redevelopment Commission to tell us more about the organization and projects coming. More information can be found at siouxfallshousing.org or by calling 605-332-0704.

Junior Achievement of South Dakota highlights the importance of futures for our youth. Whether it’s in the classroom or volunteering in the community, each child will reach their full potential through Junior Achievement with hands-on learning inspiring students to invest in their future and pursue their dreams. Kayla Eitreim (President & CEO) & Chelsea Cronin (Sr. Director of Development) joins us in the studio to tell us more about the possibilities of Junior Achievement in South Dakota. Additional information can be found at jasd.org

There is a lot of excitement for the upcoming 2025 tourism season in Sioux Falls. From fun concerts, entertaining events, and new tasty restaurants, Sioux Falls has a lot to offer visitors. The Executive Director from Experience Sioux Falls, Teri Schmidt is with us in the studio to talk about last year's season, the events happening in 2025, new businesses and developments in the city, places we would love to have in Sioux Falls, and what people can expect this tourism season. More information can be found at experiencesiouxfalls.com or by calling 605-275-6060.

Alcohol and other drug addictions are at the root of a wide range of challenging social problems and are linked to our quality of life, the strength of the economy, and the safety of communities. But for 15 years, Face It Together has been at the forefront of those battling with addictions throughout the Sioux Empire. Wendy White and Katie Lail from Face It Together join the program to tell us about the organization, its mission, the programs they offer, and success stories. More information can be found at wefaceittogether.org or by calling 605-274-2262.

We have been talking with the CEO and Founder of Call to Freedom Becky Rasmussen about this amazing organization and survivors. But now once a victim comes forward and visits Call to Freedom, how do the volunteers help? How can the community be part of Call to Freedom’s ever-growing mission? We have special guests in the studio to talk to us about volunteering and other ways the community can get involved with Call to Freedom. Becky Rasmussen (CEO and Founder) along with volunteers Matt Koziara, Shawn DeGroot, and Community Engagement Manager Eden Shanzenbach. More information can be found at calltofreedom.org or call 605-261-1881.

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 in 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, Josh Gracin is the special guest on Saturday, October 19th. Tickets for the Turner County Charity Youth Pheasant concert can be found at itickets.com.