Sunday Focus With Christine Manika

The Gift of Hope Concert is a benefit show that directly supports programs for The Lourdes Center in Sioux Falls. The show will be on Tuesday, March 18th, at the performance center at O’Gorman High School. Executive Director of The Lourdes Center Emily Leedom joins the show to tell us more about the history of The Lourdes Center and the upcoming Gift of Hope Concert. More details

After former Governor Kristi Noem stepped down to accept her new role as Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security, Governor Rhoden took the reins and answered South Dakota’s call. Governor Rhoden isn’t new to South Dakota politics. He intends to finish the job he started with now Secretary Noem. So how will Governor Rhoden finish the term? What are his goals for Sout

We have been talking with the CEO and Founder of Call to Freedom Becky Rasmussen about Call to Freedom in a variety of segments, including survivor stories, how the law connects with Call to Freedom and those they serve, and the volunteers of the organization. As part of Call to Freedom's mission, Marissa's House and Freedom Studios help survivors start fresh in life. Marissa's Hou

Sioux Falls City FC is the first semi-pro women's team in Sioux Falls, and they're getting ready for their fourth official season. But this time, the team will be under the USL W League. Their goals remind the same: To elevate the game for all women. The plan is to still have a professional team, just not in 2025. Emily Thomas and CEO (SHE-EO) Sherri Meyers join the show to talk ab

Today we will meet the new Superintendent of the Sioux Falls School District. Dr. James (Jamie) Nold will be handling the playbook and coaching Sioux Falls School District toward the next chapter. Dr. Nold joins the show to tell us more about him and his vision for our schools. Questions for Dr. Nold? You can email him [email protected] And finally, "Rock the Shrine" is celebra

We have been talking with the CEO and Founder of Call to Freedom Becky Rasmussen about Call to Freedom in a variety of segments, which includes topics of sex and labor trafficking, survivor stories, how the law connects with Call to Freedom and those they serve, and the volunteers of the organization. To continue its mission, Call to Freedom will be screening the movie 'Trapped' at

February is Heart Month for the American Heart Association. This is a time to emphasize the importance of heart health and how you can stay on top of it. Joining us this episode to tell us more about our heart health, Heart Month, and the Go Red for Women event on January 31st in Sioux Falls is Chrissy Meyer with the American Heart Association. More information about Heart Month an

We have been talking with the CEO and Founder of Call to Freedom Becky Rasmussen about this amazing organization and survivors. But one area we haven't mentioned is labor trafficking. What is labor trafficking and how does it affect South Dakota? Becky Rasmussen from Call to Freedom joins the program again, as Brandon Lainez (Bilingual Case Manager) and McKenzie Huska (Director of

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

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 L