Barb Mack & Loretta Campbell, both EEG Epilepsy Advocate Board Members about Epilepsy, what it is, who it affects and the support groups that are available to the community. They discussed the monthly meeting that was to be held this month, where Campbell would be speaking about Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP). They also invited the public to a large Community Awareness Expose' coming in January that will feature local resources and professionals who will provide information and answer questions about epilepsy to those who are living with or providing support to those living with the disease.

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Shawn Hanson, Executive Director of The Outreach Program, joins the show to discuss how the organization provides meals to families locally and across Minnesota. She also highlights the ongoing need for volunteers, recaps key moments from 2025, and shares a preview of an exciting year ahead for The Outreach Program in 2026.

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Rena Bolt, Community Health Specialist with Crow Wing Energized, and Faith Hamson, Marketing Specialist with CWE, stop by to talk about upcoming community health initiatives... including the Movement Challenge, the ReThink Your Drink campaign, and diabetes prevention classes available in the area.

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Tedi Russell, Marketing & Community Engagement Manager at Bridges of Hope visits about their end of year fundraising push to get to $100,000. As well as an overall review of what Bridges assists the community with. Additionally, Russell previews a new event that Bridges of Hope is highlighting... Hope on the Slopes at Mount Ski Gull on February 12th, 2026.

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Aubrey Koop, Director of the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber, and Ali Beste, Marketing & Young Professionals Coordinator with the Brainerd Lakes Chamber, stop by to talk about the Local Gift List created by Lakes Proud. They share how the list highlights local businesses across the Brainerd Lakes Area and why shopping local matters- helping keep dollars circulating throughout our communities, supporting local jobs, and strengthening the region, especially during the holiday season.

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Jason Olson, Director of Human Resources for Brainerd Public Schools (ISD 181), joins us to talk about the district as an employer, the wide range of career opportunities available, and the number of staff who help support students each day. Jason also highlights the ongoing need for substitute teachers and educational assistants as well an update on the search for a new Superintendent.

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Dr. Katie Baratto, Garrison Animal Hospital, Wild and Free Wildlife Rehabilitation, talking about their new intake facility, the many animals being cared for and fundraising efforts.

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Shane Riffle, CEO of the Brainerd Family YMCA, joins us to highlight youth basketball, soccer, and swim lessons now underway at the Y, plus year-end membership savings. He also previews upcoming fundraising efforts, including the return of Taste of the Lakes in March 2026.

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