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“Building Community: Latino Voices in Southern Indiana”

Join us as we speak with Rossina Sandoval, director of ALASI (Latin American Association of Southern Indiana). Discover how ALASI supports the Latino community through education, resource access, cultural events, and partnerships with local schools. Learn about their initiatives like the “Alas al Éxito” program, Café en el Parque, and the annual Latino Festival, all aimed at building a stronger, more connected community.

*NOTE: This episode is entirely in Spanish

“Uniendo Culturas: Apoyo y Éxito Latino en el Condado de Dubois”

Acompáñanos en esta entrevista con Rossina Sandoval, directora de ALASI (Asociación Latinoamericana del Sur de Indiana). Conoce cómo ALASI apoya a la comunidad latina a través de la educación, acceso a recursos, eventos culturales y colaboración con las escuelas locales. Descubre iniciativas como el programa “Alas al Éxito”, Café en el Parque y el Festival Latino anual, todos dedicados a fortalecer y unir a la comunidad.

Healthcare Insights with Dr. Anna Lamb: From Career Journey to Daviess County Health Fair

In this episode of Curve Conversations on 91.7 The Curve, Landon talks with Dr. Anna Lamb from Daviess Community Hospital. They discuss her journey into healthcare and the upcoming Daviess County Health Fair.

Key topics include:

• Dr. Lamb's Career Path: Inspired by a high school biology teacher, she chose healthcare over law and teaching. Her background includes directing a family medicine program in New York.
• Daviess County Health Fair: Scheduled for Friday, May 30th, at the hospital in Washington, IN. The fair offers affordable health screenings and information on local health services.

Listeners are encouraged to participate in health fairs for access to preventive care and screenings. For more information, contact the hospital at 812-254-9324.

Crafting Community: Inside Traditional Arts Today

Join us as we sit down with Alexianna Mundy, Chief Operations Officer of Traditional Arts Today, a vibrant nonprofit nestled in a historic 1800s building in Ferdinand, Indiana. On this episode of Curve Conversations, Alexianna shares how this 8-year-old organization connects people through traditional and contemporary arts—from weaving and ceramics to photography and tie-dye.

Discover how Traditional Arts Today supports over 40 local and regional artists, offers classes for all ages (1 to 99!), and is transforming their space to become a community gathering hub. Alexianna discusses their inclusive approach to arts education, their work with senior facilities, and upcoming events, including their "Yart" Sale (art yard sale fundraiser).

Whether you're an artist looking for community, interested in local nonprofits, or simply curious about the evolving world of traditional crafts, this episode offers insight into how one small organization is preserving artistic traditions while embracing new forms in rural Southern Indiana.

In this episode of Curve Conversations on 91.7 The Curve, host Landon Fuhs is joined by Kathy Luegers, Community Education Representative for Heart to Heart Hospice. They discuss the nonprofit's compassionate care services and community involvement.

Key topics include:

• Heart to Heart Hospice Services: Offers holistic care involving medical professionals and support for patients and their families, including new pet therapy services.
• Foundation's Role: Provides financial assistance for critical needs like utility bills, travel for medical care, and rehoming pets.
• Community Engagement: Actively participates in events like the Honor Flight for veterans and the Alzheimer's Dementia Walk. Volunteers play a crucial role in supporting these initiatives.
• Volunteer Opportunities: Includes office support, crafting for patients, and providing companionship to those in need.

For more information or to get involved, visit hearttohearthospice.com or contact their Jasper office. Heart to Heart Hospice is dedicated to supporting the community with peace, comfort, and care.

Revitalizing Jasper: Heart of Jasper's Mission and Upcoming Events 

In this episode of Curve Conversations, Landon chats with Kate Schwenk, director of Heart of Jasper, a nonprofit focused on downtown revitalization in Jasper, Indiana. Kate explains the organization's mission to create a unique small-town experience through economic development and community programming.

Key topics include:

• Heart of Jasper's Role: Supporting downtown revitalization by attracting arts, entertainment, and dining businesses based on community feedback.
• Kate's Role: As the sole staff member, she coordinates with four subcommittees focusing on economic vitality, design, and promotions to enhance the downtown area.
• Upcoming Events:
• Music on Main: Local musicians perform every Saturday on the square.
• Shop and Sip: Monthly late-night shopping with live music and food trucks.
• Downtown Chow Down: Monthly food truck event with live music and activities.