NewVeterans Celebration: New Ulm, MN
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State Street Theater in New Ulm, MN hosts a Veterans celebration on the eve of Veterans Day 2024. (5m 27s)
A Life in Motion: The Alec Majerus Story
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Alec Majerus, a renowned street skateboarder and X Games medalist, talks about his skating journey. (28m 45s)
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Dana Conroy goes on a journey to understand the significance of knitting to her great-great-grandma. (26m 45s)
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Iraq War Veteran Drew Brockman reflects on his time in the war and the challenges of returning home. (27m)
Night Wings: OSS Carpetbagger Ops
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Explore WWII secrets with Veteran Robert Holmstrom, uncovering OSS history. (26m 46s)
Frozen in Time: The Vietnam War
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Meet Vietnam War photographer, Gary Bipes, whose lens captured the soul of a nation. (26m 47s)
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Pro rodeo athlete, Tanner Aus balances his grueling schedule on the road with family life. (28m 46s)
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In 1977 the Willmar 8 walked off their jobs in America’s first bank strike ever. (26m 47s)
WWII Ace: A Hero's Experience | Legion Baseball Banquet
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Ace pilot Don McPherson shares his WWII experiences at American Legion Baseball banquet. (17m 44s)
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Award-winning filmmaker Leya Hale traces the traditions underlying the dress-making. (26m 57s)
The 2018 Native Language Quiz Bowl
YME Native American students participated in a statewide language competition. (1m 31s)
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In Care Under Fire, Bill Strusinski recounts his times as a medic in Vietnam. (41m 17s)
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A film by Pioneer PBS exploring the Hardanger fiddle traditions in Minnesota. (26m 49s)
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The path of Native people, their horse relatives and cultural revitilization. (56m 49s)
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The film explores the culture surrounding the Hardanger fiddle. (26m 46s)
Chord Ayres - 50th Anniversary Celebration
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This anniversary celebration featured a finale performed by current and former members. (57m 46s)
Country Music: Made in Minnesota
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The people and places that contributed to the growth of country music in Minnesota. (26m 46s)
Grow Our Own: Supporting Our Kids—From Cradle to Career
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Learning how to support all our kids and the communities they call home. (28m 46s)
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A 30-minute variety show featuring a mixture of ventriloquism and local performers. (28m 48s)
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Special Veterans Day program recorded at the Fagan Fighters WWII Museum in Granite Falls. (1h 9m 32s)
Vietnam Remembered: Western/Southwestern Minnesota
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Local people remember their experiences during the Vietnam War era. (26m 46s)
2017 Pioneerland Band Festival
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The 2017 Pioneerland Band Festival parade. (58m 45s)
Grow Our Own: Helping the Next Generation Find Success
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Experts agree the American Dream is moving out of reach for children across the country. (27m 54s)
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A moving story about Spicer’s national wakeboard champion, Alexa Score. (28m 45s)
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Explore the relationship between Montevideo, MN and Montevideo, Uruguay. (30m 49s)
Farmers Lead the Way: Climate and Agriculture in SW MN
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Climate and agriculture in southwest Minnesota is discussed. (57m 46s)
Southwest MN: Come for the Jobs. Stay for the Lifestyle
Newcomers to Southwestern Minnesota small town life talk about their experiences. (5m 43s)
Minnesota Rural Nonprofits Give to the Max
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Information about how nonprofits are strengthening communities. (28m 47s)
2014 Minnesota Gubernatorial Debate
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2014 Minnesota Gubernatorial Debate. (58m 58s)
Rural Broadband: Making The Connections
The stories of people who are lacking fast, reliable internet access. (26m 52s)
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