Mental Health, Suicide, Suicide Survival are tough, complex and sensitive topics that impact everyone…but are rarely talked about. Or worse, stigmatized in a negative and condemning light. Hope flying on the wings of dragonflies is here to comfort and shine a light for others who are struggling. Special guest: Jackie Lamb, Survivor and Member of Dragonfly Mental Wellness Foundation.

If you, a friend or loved one need support, head to dragonflymentalwellness.com

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We’ve partnered with an incredible local business to give back to listeners and the community. JR from Elden’s Fresh Foods talks about this grocery store’s evolution, what it takes to be in business for 40 years, and welcoming the new manager starting in 2023 that will continue their legacy.

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A dad, a friend and one amazing fisherman’s legacy lives on! The second Annual Beaver Classic Ice Fishing Derby is just around the corner. In honor of Michael “Beaver” Ulwelling. Ice fishing for a great cause, impacting hundreds of people’s lives! More information about the non-profit: www.beaverclassic.org

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The Christmas Season can be tough, emotionally and financially. Grant, owner of Stony Creek Dairy out of Melrose understands that and is doing something about it! Big Hearts MN will provide meals and a gift card to families in need this year. They have partnered with Elden’s Fresh Foods and Calvary Lutheran Church to make this happen!

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Since 2007, they’ve provided life-changing scholarships to the spouses and children of America’s fallen or disabled military. And now, their mission expands to the families of America’s first responders. On their watch, those who protect our freedoms and our families will know they are not forgotten.

Special guest: John Russet, Folds of Honor President, MN Chapter

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In our town, we kick off Christmas in a BIG way. Black Friday is actually one of the brightest days of the year! Christmas in the Fort is a community celebration shared with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and even the Grinch. Two local museums (who are neighbors) are the center of the holiday wonderland with festivities for all. Then a switch is flipped, lighting up downtown Broadway along with a parade of lights!

Special Guests: Amanda Seim, Executive Director of the Runestone Museum, Kaci Johnson, Communications and Programs Director and Joe Korkowski, Executive Director of Explore Alexandria

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Kris and Chelsea interview Tim and John of the Sage Creek Thrivent Financial Team. They are hosting an exciting event that will support two non profits: Veterans Honor Flight of ND/MN and Safe Families for Children–West Central MN.

They are both cribbage masters and will hold a tournament as well as music, dinner and a silent auction. Find out more here: https://www.facebook.com/sagecreekfinancialconsultants.thrivent

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Kris & Chelsea interview Diane Guinn, a Volunteer Wish Granter from Make A Wish MN. One local child loves country music and is a big fan of Kris & Chelsea in the Morning, who she got to meet in her scavenger hunt before her BIG wish was granted: a trip to a Dude Ranch! Diane shares how important wishes are for children with terminal diseases or life threatening illness.

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Losing a child is a parent’s nightmare. Kortni was just 6 years old when tragedy struck. Her legacy lives on in the form of love for her fellow students and others. Her mother, Nicole Botzet shares this legacy and the $120,000 worth of scholarships awarded to her bleated Kindergarten classmates their graduating year!

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In this two part podcast, Kris & Chelsea talk with local organizations that are helping those affected by the devastating tornadoes that swept through the Alexandria Area in May. Pennies add up at a local grocery store to help victims and a brand new Disaster Relief Center has opened its doors to help!

Thank you to special guests:

JR, Elden’s Fresh Foods

A.J. Koewler, Alexandria Area Community Foundation

Julie Anderson, Douglas County Emergency Management

Laurie Dana, Office of Disaster Assistance

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