Carl Norquist

Dale Swenson was born and raised in Woonsocket. When he became a father, he and his wife decided to return to the community so they could raise their family in his hometown.The community of Woonsocket matters to Swenson and throughout his adult life, he has made time to give back – volunteering his time to Meals on Wheels, putting up the holiday nativity on a small island in the middle of Lake Prior and helping organize the community’s annual Water Festival.The Woonsocket Water Festival has been a community tradition for more than 100 years. Swenson shares his childhood memories of the Water Festival and his reasons for giving back.

American travel writer and television personality Rick Steves has a new mini-series called “Art of Europe.” Plus, an exhibition featuring work from some of the nation's greatest artists is open now at the Washington Pavilion. Guild Hall, featuring artwork from Andy Warhol, Jackson Pollock, Chuck Close, and others arrives in Sioux Falls.

One week from the election. The most recent polling data for the South Dakota gubernatorial race indicates incumbent Kristi Noem has pulled ahead of challenger Jamie Smith significantly. Meanwhile, Republicans have gained more than 10 thousand registered voters since the primary in June. Political Junkies Tom Dempster and Jonathan Ellis weigh in on what happens when the election is over. If the grocery tax is repealed are there consequences?

Today's In the Moment covers Russian political oppression, homelessness in Sioux Falls, and art at USD.

The Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts at the University of South Dakota presents "Sitting Down Together." It is described as a "visual dialogue between three artists" that explores themes of food, everyday objects, and domestic life.Ballweg's prints explore the psychological tensions that exist within human relationships.

Deadwood South Dakota has a rich history. Some of that history perhaps includes visitors from the past. Rose Speirs from Deadwood History gets into some paranormal activity.Plus International composer Calvin Jones will perform on November 4th in Rapid City and November 9th in Sioux Falls. The concerts are part of an effort to assist Ukrainian refugees and other immigrants relocating to South Dakota. We reconnect with Calvin Jones to learn about his personal experience as a refugee.

In November, South Dakotans will cast their vote and elect new policymakers at the state and federal levels. One race will determine the state's next public utilities commissioner. We hear the voices of Chris Nelson and Jeffery Barth. Plus, Lori Walsh interviews Craig Johnson. He's the author of the best-selling Longmire book series.

In November, South Dakotans will cast their vote and elect new policymakers at the state and federal levels. One race will determine the state's next treasurer. We meet incumbent Josh Haeder and challenger John Cunningham.

We Meet the Candidates for state house and senate for the 2022 election. Susan Wismer, an Independent, is running for state senate in District 1. We also meet candidates for statewide office. Stephanie Marty, Rene Meyer, and Richard Sattgast are running for state auditor.

Travis Sorenson's sculpture "Elk" has won the 2022 Sioux Falls Sculpture Walk's People's Choice Award. The large, welded sculpture currently stands vigil near the Carpenter Building on Phillips Avenue. It will now join the city's permeant collection.