Don't Cha Know & The Arts and Entertainment Download

Project Details by Fiscal Year
Recipient
KQAL FM - Winona State University
Start Date
September 2021
End Date
June 2023
Activity Type
Grants/Contracts
Counties Affected
Fillmore
Houston
Olmsted
Wabasha
Winona
Fillmore
Houston
Olmsted
Wabasha
Winona
Project Overview

KQAL will produce and air 46-to-48 live episodes of "Don't Cha Know," a weekly program all about the upcoming artistic, cultural, and historical programming and events in and around the Winona area. "Don't Cha Know" includes interviews with interesting people and stories about historically significant places. The project also includes "The Arts & Entertainment Download," a regular update of same-day Winona events and the region we serve. The sole focus will be on arts, cultural, historical, musical, family-friendly events, and opportunities for public service.

Project Details

KQAL-FM FY 22/23 Legacy Grant

Legal Citation / Subdivision
Minnesota Session Laws-2021, 1st Special Session, Chapter 1, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 6
Appropriation Language

$1,891,500 the first year and $1,891,500 the second year are to the Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations for production and acquisition grants in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 129D.19.

Number of full time equivalents funded
0.22
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

The project will result in an increase in locally-focused arts, culture, and music, as well as Minnesota-focused content produced by public radio that is designed to increase access to art and culture.
There will be an increase in the number of local artistic, cultural, and historical individuals and organizations and events that have their work and performances showcased and promoted through public radio.

Proposed Outcomes Achieved
achieved proposed outcomes
Project Manager
First Name
Douglas
Last Name
Westerman
Organization Name
KQAL FM - Winona State University
Street Address
175 W. Mark St
City
Winona
State
Minnesota
Zip Code
55987
Phone
507-457-2364
Email
dwesterman@winona.edu
Administered By
Administered by
Location

200 Administration Building
50 Sherburne Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55155

Phone
651-201-2555