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Today on Midwest Access we are getting ready for the Fall parade of Homes, leaning how to create longevity after menopause, meeting Tommy the Cat and getting some Groovy Garden Guidance.
Today on Midwest Access we are getting ready for the North Star Honor Flight, checking out the brand-new Rochester MN Local Youth Sports Guide, wearing pink on Wednesday to channel our inner mean girl, taking steps to end Alzheimer's, meeting a very good girl named Molly and making a Groovy batch of Tabouleh.
Today on Midwest Access we are heading to Wabasha for a new season at Widespot, finding out how to learn for LIFE, talking to a Groovy Garden Guru about jumping worms, hearing more about Free Dental Day and looking for a new home for Ollie the cat.
Today on Midwest Access we are learning how to make art out of seeds, sharing in shopping, community, wellness and Blue Daisy, walking Out of the Darkness to support each other, taking a trip to Grand Island and meeting a very good boy name Blue.
Today on Midwest Access we are getting a taste of Push and Turn's new album, helping to fill the closets of True Self Studio, checking out the real estate report with Robin Gwaltney, practicing our lifts for "Dirty Dancing: The Musical" and meeting the musical kitty named Figaro.
Today on Midwest Access we help Roman's Light shine brighter, find out how we can spend time with compassionate friends to heal, get ready to play at a Fall Fling Gala, snack on garden fresh zucchini fritters and meet the pet of the week named Blaze.
Today on Midwest Access we are celebrating three anniversaries at the History Center of Olmsted County, going on an artful nature hike at Eagle Bluff, finding out how to become a master gardener, finding out a dentist's favorite ways to keep your smile bright at home and meeting Kit, the PCHS Pet of the Week.
We've made it halfway through the week! Here's what we have for you on your Wednesday Midwest Access. It's time to share fun, food and community at the Yammy Bear and Family's 5th Annual Young Timer's BBQ Picnic, we head back to the past for the Days of YesterYear celebration at the History Center of Olmsted County, find out more about hair changes withe Denise Stegall, the Menopause Mentor and meet the Paws and Claws Humane Society Pet of the Week.
Today on Midwest Access it's time to sing along with Patrick and SpongeBob, get a taste of the Slavic Experience in St. Louis Park, grab our dice and get ready for Castle Con's expanded adventures, enjoy a book a bite and a bit of history at Rochester Reads and meet the adorable Albert, our PCHS Pet of the Week.
Today on Midwest Access we are mixing our Mahjong with mixed drinks, pools, beautiful tiles and more, find out how to catch the hottest names in comedy, looking for redemption in a small Wisconsin town at the Commonweal Theatre, dining on a garden fresh Classic Greek Salad and meeting a very good boy named Kermit.
This Wednesday on Midwest Access, we are getting our first listen of what's to come at the Wheat Trail Festival as Hayden Ashworth of Foster Grand, performs his original song "A Call Away", Lace up for Hope 2026 with The Landing MN and TerraLoco at Little Thistle Brewery, eat some Groovy Garden Grub with Viv at Holldandberry Pannekoeken, find out how we can prevent gum disease from Dr. Katie Post of Northwest Dental Group and meet the Paws and Claws Humane Society Pet of the Week, Parker.
Rochester is buzzing with summer activity—from pollinator-friendly upgrades at Grand Park and July events at the History Center of Olmsted County with Executive Director Valerie Wassmer to Broadway Laundromat owner Dan Zimmer’s new solar investment. For family fun, the Manorville Theatre Company’s The Treasure of Shiver River invites audiences to cheer, boo, and join in the laughs.
Today on Midwest Access, we travel back in time with hurdy gurdy music, take an extra trip into the Groovy Garden by forest bathing, find out why so many people love the co-op lifestyle, make some kid-friendly corn wheels and cuddle up to David, the PCHS Pet of the Week.
Today on Midwest Access we are learning about the outdoor art festival that truly is Larger Than Life, get ready to buy books from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library, talking about dental implants with Dr. Katie Post, getting some Groovy Grub from Viv's Garden and giving pets to the pretty black lab named Jet.
In your Mid-Week edition of Midwest Access, we get ready for Rochesterfest 2026, hear from the author of "Grasping Joy" and founder of Warrior Wagons Inc., chat flowers with Huckleberry Floral Design & Gift, dine on Breakfast at the Farm and meet a kitty who has conquer some pretty hard times.
Today, we talk to Denise Stegall, the Menopause Mentor about how to manage hot flashes in the summer. Viv chats with her fellow Master Gardeners to share how to become one yourself. Get an update on Jessie's Invisalign with Dr. Katie Post and meet the most adorable dog Lola looking for a home.
Wednesday is a fantastic day on Midwest Access! We go back to the '70's to get ready for summer fun, meet a gentle giant dog who helps other dogs in need, speak with woman behind Minnesota Girl Scouts and curl up with a sweet and cuddly kitty!
Today on Midwest Access we learn about Misdeeds by the Misguided, look at how trails are continuing to connect Minnesota, find out about "Baketivism" and meet Cheyenne, our Paws and Claws Humane Society Pet of the Week.
Today on Midwest Access we find out the possible health benefits of a trip to the fair, dine on healthy foot that tastes like dessert, find out how to stop the snore, infuse olive oil for a taste of gourmet and meet a gem of a cat.
Today on Midwest Access we are trying some small batch treats that are big on flavor, checking out the new exhibits at one of Minnesota's most unique museums, checking out a new luxury spa, getting some groovy garden advice and meeting a very, very good girl named Lilah.
Today on Midwest Access we meet the cutest cat in the word, search for mushrooms, help out neighbors, find out how to connect with good causes, get ready for a grand opening and learn about cutting edge treatment for vertigo.
Wednesday on Midwest Access, Viv creates a salad even picky eaters will love, Jessie heads to Hilltop Camper and RV to see what's new, Hanson Leather Co impresses with their incredible handmade items and the beautiful Miss Lulu is looking for a new home.
