There are still so many homes in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas with homes that contain lead so we talked to Erika Denham of Neighborhood Health Source who gives us tips and explains the testing process for lead poisoning and exposure to lead - also how the government can help fund this process through a grant!

We are back in full swing today for the Sheletta Show - we started today talking about the buzz around Minneapolis with many vendors setting up shop for the USA Gymnastics trials taking place. Sheletta talked to Nneka Onuma of Sweet Heaven by Nne about her business of baking so many delicious treats and showcasing them this week along Nicollet Mall. We also talked to Dr. Abigail Miller of United Healthcare talking all things safety during the summer!

We are halfway through summer already, but safety is of the utmost importance at all times. We tackled everything from sun protection, hydration, and much more with Dr. Abigail Miller who serves as the Chief Medical Officer for United Healthcare of Minnesota as we strive to keep our families and children safe this summer!

Among the many businesses and vendors along Nicollet Mall for Promenade du Nord, there is a heavenly taste of baking goods being offered by Nneka Onuma of Sweet Heaven by Nne where a variety of delicious treats are being prepared for the masses making their way through Minneapolis! She also shares the story and the passion behind the goods she bakes and makes with her business! 

Minnesota is known for its cultural centers celebrating the ethnicities that make this area such a melting pot.  A new center is ready to provide even more perspective.  Tyrone Minor tells us about the Mali Center, which opens next weekend.

Are you looking for an event to commemorate the Juneteenth holiday?  The University of Minnesota will be holding such an event this coming Saturday.  Assistant event director Madyson Sklar gives us a preview of what to expect.

Historically, mechanics have been thought of as men.  Metro Transit is looking to change that.  Mechanic apprentice Devona Love joins the show to explain how the organization is helping women step into the game.

It's a jam-packed second hour of this special Sunday night show.  Sheletta tackles several topics, including an apprentice program for mechanics, the U of M's upcoming Juneteenth event, a new cultural center, and parenting an 18-year old in the house.

If you've ever been a parent to small children, you're probably aware of how expensive daycare can be. Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is hoping to change that.  Senior Program Manager Gabe Morcomb explains their new preschool program with a price point some may be able to agree to.

This weekend, Sheletta's eldest son graduated high school.  But there was a missing presence at Andrew's party.  Charlene Wilcox, a former math teacher at Cottage Grove Junior High School, tries to explain her absence to Sheletta.