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December 6, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

December 6, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog---December 4, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business

In our Tuesday Show which you won’t find on a blog---podcast---because of technical difficulties in the building---we talked about Giving Tuesday. We did a lot of good work with a lot of good causes. We helped and even though we tried we ran out of air-time for those giving back.

In this show---we gave the new kids on the block in the South Dakota Senate—Majority Leader Jim Mehlhaff and Senate Pro Tem Chris Karr---a chance to talk to us about Governor Noem’s Budget Address for the coming year.

Unique here---3rd time a Governor gave the Budget Address and wasn’t expected to be there for the legislative session----and we were able to look at what she said—asked questions of the new guys---as well as House Leader Casey Crabtree—who is still playing the game after 5 years in Pierre.

The Majority Leader and the Senate Pro Tem---answered questions about Budget Cuts---and a quote from the Late Bill Janklow---saying –watch our cash—we watch our projections and if necessary we made budget cuts “unhesitatingly”.

We talked the Governor’s Open for Business comment that came during COVID---her proposals to invest in our state’s workforce—in state employees and healthcare. 

The investment in our National Guard readiness centers---having a 10% budget reserve balance for a rainy day---and the importance of fiscal responsibility. 

We promised to work with Chris and Jim during the legislative session----and wondered too---what constituents were already asking. We’ll do follow-ups leading up to the session---as well as during the session.

We followed in a separate segment with Casey Crabtree—still in control in the House. He has been there 5 years and we wanted to know what the difference would be from Governor Noem and soon to be sworn in Larry Rhoden. 

Mr. Crabtree has been helpful for us ---and our audience----we appreciate him taking our questions---which are quite a bit better than just “Ned in the 1st Reader”. What we want to know is what to expect—what it means---and importantly ---when will we get to talk to South Dakota Ag Secretary on our show. Those close to it say that Minnesota and Iowa Ag Secretaries can talk to us because they are elected independently. Shouldn’t really make a difference—because all we want to know is what is important for the #1 industry in South Dakota. We’ll ask Mr. Rhoden when he becomes Governor Rhoden—and perhaps he and his Ag Secretary can talk to us on a regular basis.

Sarah Heinrich---KFGO Fargo---had our Growing Harvest Network segment---Matt Swenson---the update on the morning commodities--- 

Brent Baloun was gone to Minnesota for a Dairy Conference—we’ll talk with him on Friday. So Nolan Clarke talked to us about the planning for those in agriculture, businesses, families---young and a bit older too. We talked about the importance of not only a Sioux Falls and Rapid City but the small communities around South Dakota. 

Right behind was Bryson Patterson---SBA of South Dakota---he brought along a guest---Delmi Kafka and E & A Image Work. She was one of the graduates---Spanish Speaking with her husband----she outlined what they are doing---and what they learned in the SBA Class. We will utilize her in “Show and Tell” over the next few months—to share the difference that the SBA training had made.

Geri Eide---FFA of South Dakota talked about the successes with today’s guests from Howard---they filled us in about Howard---what they hope to share with classmates and residents –with not only winning a state award—but taking what they have learned and sharing it with the citizens. It’s the third set of winners that Geri shared with us---this week and we are proud of each of them. 

Laura Edwards—SD State Climatologist talked to us about where we are on the weather road—what we can expect today, tomorrow and thru Christmas.----and as you might expect that dryness we have in this state.

Our group of leaders who agree to educate our audience---make us feel like we have so many stories we can share from those in schools---the businesses—and yes in agriculture. 

Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson posts the podcast-----and I write the blog. If you have questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog---December 4, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business
In our Tuesday Show which you won’t find on a blog---podcast---because of technical difficulties in the building---we talked about Giving Tuesday. We did a lot of good work with a lot of good causes. We helped and even though we tried we ran out of air-time for those giving back.
In this show---we gave the new kids on the block in the South Dakota Senate—Majority Leader Jim Mehlhaff and Senate Pro Tem Chris Karr---a chance to talk to us about Governor Noem’s Budget Address for the coming year.
Unique here---3rd time a Governor gave the Budget Address and wasn’t expected to be there for the legislative session----and we were able to look at what she said—asked questions of the new guys---as well as House Leader Casey Crabtree—who is still playing the game after 5 years in Pierre.
The Majority Leader and the Senate Pro Tem---answered questions about Budget Cuts---and a quote from the Late Bill Janklow---saying –watch our cash—we watch our projections and if necessary we made budget cuts “unhesitatingly”.
We talked the Governor’s Open for Business comment that came during COVID---her proposals to invest in our state’s workforce—in state employees and healthcare. 
The investment in our National Guard readiness centers---having a 10% budget reserve balance for a rainy day---and the importance of fiscal responsibility. 
We promised to work with Chris and Jim during the legislative session----and wondered too---what constituents were already asking. We’ll do follow-ups leading up to the session---as well as during the session.
We followed in a separate segment with Casey Crabtree—still in control in the House. He has been there 5 years and we wanted to know what the difference would be from Governor Noem and soon to be sworn in Larry Rhoden. 
Mr. Crabtree has been helpful for us ---and our audience----we appreciate him taking our questions---which are quite a bit better than just “Ned in the 1st Reader”. What we want to know is what to expect—what it means---and importantly ---when will we get to talk to South Dakota Ag Secretary on our show. Those close to it say that Minnesota and Iowa Ag Secretaries can talk to us because they are elected independently. Shouldn’t really make a difference—because all we want to know is what is important for the #1 industry in South Dakota. We’ll ask Mr. Rhoden when he becomes Governor Rhoden—and perhaps he and his Ag Secretary can talk to us on a regular basis.
Sarah Heinrich---KFGO Fargo---had our Growing Harvest Network segment---Matt Swenson---the update on the morning commodities--- 
Brent Baloun was gone to Minnesota for a Dairy Conference—we’ll talk with him on Friday. So Nolan Clarke talked to us about the planning for those in agriculture, businesses, families---young and a bit older too. We talked about the importance of not only a Sioux Falls and Rapid City but the small communities around South Dakota. 
Right behind was Bryson Patterson---SBA of South Dakota---he brought along a guest---Delmi Kafka and E &amp; A Image Work. She was one of the graduates---Spanish Speaking with her husband----she outlined what they are doing---and what they learned in the SBA Class. We will utilize her in “Show and Tell” over the next few months—to share the difference that the SBA training had made.
Geri Eide---FFA of South Dakota talked about the successes with today’s guests from Howard---they filled us in about Howard---what they hope to share with classmates and residents –with not only winning a state award—but taking what they have learned and sharing it with the citizens. It’s the third set of winners that Geri shared with us---this week and we are proud of each of them. 
Laura Edwards—SD State Climatologist talked to us about where we are on the weather road—what we can expect today, tomorrow and thru Christmas.----and as you might expect that dryness we have in this state.
Our group of leaders who agree to educate our audience---make us feel like we have so many stories we can share from those in schools---the businesses—and yes in agriculture. 
Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson posts the podcast-----and I write the blog. If you have questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at <a href="mailto:bill.zortman@mwcradio.com">bill.zortman@mwcradio.com</a>.

 December 4, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-December 4, 2024 9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday

Day After---Tuesday Giving Show and he made sense to be able to include in the Working on Wellness Wednesday show…

We started with the Sioux Falls City Health Director Joe Kipley (1 “p” or 2 “p-s”?)

We talked about key issues like RSV---what he shared with the Downtown Rotary Club ---with a key leader from the State on Medicine.

We have been very happy to have Joe as our Health Director---and at the same time to make a difference.

We wanted him on the show with the first week in December---yes the weather changes and so does what we might catch. We found out after years---that polio is now history-----sexual diseases are causing grief-----up significantly. 

Joe promised to talk with us about something new in January---yes another person we haven’t met that will make a difference in 2025.

Dr. Chad Thury—RSV Vaccinations the topic from Avera. We learned about the impact of RSV—and why it hits the elderly populations all the way down to the infants. I don’t know if I am considered old in RSV standards----but I’ll be staying close to Dr. Thury—and continue asking the questions. Still not sure on the symptoms----and I’ve never had an RSV Shot---do I get one----how do we protect ourselves.

We always are concerned with our rural audience-----and their health care—anytime I see Avera or Sanford make a push to help the rural area----I want it on our show. Yes Agriculture is the #1 industry in the state. 

Dr. Joshua Jorde joined us at helped us understand accidents and chiropractors. His 13 year daughter Mila helped with the ideas in the show—and his son is a Sr. nursing students.

Those accidents can all hit us hard. Make sure be checked out if you are in a car accident or any accident—and yes Chiropractic is often a good place to start. The check-out---that you can show you had injuries from an accident is a dollar and cent issue. Dr. Jorde explained what was important and shared examples of what could jump up and bite you if you don’t do it correctly.

Unfortunately without the lack of an injury being confirmed from the accident---and insurance company more times than not will absolutely try and say that a later injury came from an earlier accident unless there’s proof that it wasn’t. Out of staters often check with chiropractors before they leave the state….

Shelley Johnson---Director of Development for DakotAbilities talked about the dollars that came in on Giving Tuesday---what has been given in December has already surpassed the numbers for all 30 days of November. 

She suggested getting support from your closest circles. That influence helps spread the word. Employees and board members do play a significant role. 

We did our best to share as many stories as possible during the Giving Tuesday—we didn’t get to all of them but in 2 hours—we had perhaps 10 to 12 that we shared. We appreciate all those that gave---and all those that told the stories. 

Blog-December 4, 2024 9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday
Day After---Tuesday Giving Show and he made sense to be able to include in the Working on Wellness Wednesday show…
We started with the Sioux Falls City Health Director Joe Kipley (1 “p” or 2 “p-s”?)
We talked about key issues like RSV---what he shared with the Downtown Rotary Club ---with a key leader from the State on Medicine.
We have been very happy to have Joe as our Health Director---and at the same time to make a difference.
We wanted him on the show with the first week in December---yes the weather changes and so does what we might catch. We found out after years---that polio is now history-----sexual diseases are causing grief-----up significantly. 
Joe promised to talk with us about something new in January---yes another person we haven’t met that will make a difference in 2025.
Dr. Chad Thury—RSV Vaccinations the topic from Avera. We learned about the impact of RSV—and why it hits the elderly populations all the way down to the infants. I don’t know if I am considered old in RSV standards----but I’ll be staying close to Dr. Thury—and continue asking the questions. Still not sure on the symptoms----and I’ve never had an RSV Shot---do I get one----how do we protect ourselves.
We always are concerned with our rural audience-----and their health care—anytime I see Avera or Sanford make a push to help the rural area----I want it on our show. Yes Agriculture is the #1 industry in the state. 
Dr. Joshua Jorde joined us at helped us understand accidents and chiropractors. His 13 year daughter Mila helped with the ideas in the show—and his son is a Sr. nursing students.
Those accidents can all hit us hard. Make sure be checked out if you are in a car accident or any accident—and yes Chiropractic is often a good place to start. The check-out---that you can show you had injuries from an accident is a dollar and cent issue. Dr. Jorde explained what was important and shared examples of what could jump up and bite you if you don’t do it correctly.
Unfortunately without the lack of an injury being confirmed from the accident---and insurance company more times than not will absolutely try and say that a later injury came from an earlier accident unless there’s proof that it wasn’t. Out of staters often check with chiropractors before they leave the state….
Shelley Johnson---Director of Development for DakotAbilities talked about the dollars that came in on Giving Tuesday---what has been given in December has already surpassed the numbers for all 30 days of November. 
She suggested getting support from your closest circles. That influence helps spread the word. Employees and board members do play a significant role. 
We did our best to share as many stories as possible during the Giving Tuesday—we didn’t get to all of them but in 2 hours—we had perhaps 10 to 12 that we shared. We appreciate all those that gave---and all those that told the stories.

December 4, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business - Working on Wellness Wednesday

Blog-December 2, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business

Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show---started –as we like to do—the first Monday of the month with the Auction Update from Chuck Sutton and a Lincoln County Look for Jim Schmidt.

That is what we did in this show---Mr. Sutton shared with us some of the sales that were going on include 80 acres in Minnehaha County at $26,500 per acre. He did share a hand-full of others—which show an active market-place---

That was leading us to advise for those that have plans to sell---or for those who want to buy ---and geographically if you listen to the podcast---you’ll hear locations—prices—and what to expect—today, tomorrow and beyond.

We talked estates----and what to expect in 2025 as well.

Jim Schmidt---Lincoln County Commissioner---very much respected nationwide for what he does—and how he helps his county. We did hear about what they have done---how well their election went –compared to a neighboring county to just north of them. From Sutton and Schmidt—we have decades of experience—and several pounds of caring. They make a good team—even though sometimes people in Minnehaha County don’t always agree. They make a great team and answer my questions. Thank you for that.

Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank is part of the planners---they look to help and we talk about the planning for those in business—in agriculture---and for the young and old alike. They join us on Monday and Wednesday.

Sarah Heinrich-provided the Growing Harvest Network from our sister station KFGO in Fargo. Matt Swenson gave us the first glimpse of the markets for December.

Darren Hefty—AG PHD—talked to us about an unusual disease called “corn stunt” and how the USDA keeps major problems for the most part out of our country. He hosts a World Wide Radio Show on Sirius 143 or is it 147. Check and let me know---what you found.

Bryson Patterson---SBA of South Dakota joined us---we talked about his week and story lines we expect to hear in this first full week in December.

Geri Eide—helps us with this being a big award day----they were announcing the awards at 11:30—30 minutes after our Ag Show—but we did get to talk to two of those who were up the awards. In Tuesday’s 9-10 show we’ll have two of the winners that were chosen---10-11—will have two more. We enjoy following along and sharing their stories—and encouraging the winners and others---to keep working and find important information---and win or lose you advance in what you will do later in life.

Rock Nelson had our friend Jerry Schmitz—Executive Director of the South Dakkota Soybean Association join us---he talked about how they deal with all kinds of soybeans including Non-GMO Beans---how they invest their time and checkoff monies in research, promotion and education of all things related to soybean production and utilization. 

The South Dakota Soybean Association was established in 1982—and the SD Soybean Research and Promotion Council was established in 1984. It later became part of the national checkoff which was established thru federal legislation during the 1990 Farm Bill. 

They will be hosting an event with some winners this week—and we want to have Jerry join us on Friday’s Ag show. 

Justin Glisin—Iowa State Climatologist was with us this morning---Laura Edwards was on the road today and couldn’t drive an talk safely—we’ll have her on if she is available on Tuesday or Wednesday.

Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show understands that Ag is #1 in South Dakota—we give it it’s due. 

Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa.

Norm Anderson will post the show----ASAP---and I provide this blog—which allows you to look for what is in the show—and who said what.

Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog-December 2, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business
Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show---started –as we like to do—the first Monday of the month with the Auction Update from Chuck Sutton and a Lincoln County Look for Jim Schmidt.
That is what we did in this show---Mr. Sutton shared with us some of the sales that were going on include 80 acres in Minnehaha County at $26,500 per acre. He did share a hand-full of others—which show an active market-place---
That was leading us to advise for those that have plans to sell---or for those who want to buy ---and geographically if you listen to the podcast---you’ll hear locations—prices—and what to expect—today, tomorrow and beyond.
We talked estates----and what to expect in 2025 as well.
Jim Schmidt---Lincoln County Commissioner---very much respected nationwide for what he does—and how he helps his county. We did hear about what they have done---how well their election went –compared to a neighboring county to just north of them. From Sutton and Schmidt—we have decades of experience—and several pounds of caring. They make a good team—even though sometimes people in Minnehaha County don’t always agree. They make a great team and answer my questions. Thank you for that.
Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank is part of the planners---they look to help and we talk about the planning for those in business—in agriculture---and for the young and old alike. They join us on Monday and Wednesday.
Sarah Heinrich-provided the Growing Harvest Network from our sister station KFGO in Fargo. Matt Swenson gave us the first glimpse of the markets for December.
Darren Hefty—AG PHD—talked to us about an unusual disease called “corn stunt” and how the USDA keeps major problems for the most part out of our country. He hosts a World Wide Radio Show on Sirius 143 or is it 147. Check and let me know---what you found.
Bryson Patterson---SBA of South Dakota joined us---we talked about his week and story lines we expect to hear in this first full week in December.
Geri Eide—helps us with this being a big award day----they were announcing the awards at 11:30—30 minutes after our Ag Show—but we did get to talk to two of those who were up the awards. In Tuesday’s 9-10 show we’ll have two of the winners that were chosen---10-11—will have two more. We enjoy following along and sharing their stories—and encouraging the winners and others---to keep working and find important information---and win or lose you advance in what you will do later in life.
Rock Nelson had our friend Jerry Schmitz—Executive Director of the South Dakkota Soybean Association join us---he talked about how they deal with all kinds of soybeans including Non-GMO Beans---how they invest their time and checkoff monies in research, promotion and education of all things related to soybean production and utilization. 
The South Dakota Soybean Association was established in 1982—and the SD Soybean Research and Promotion Council was established in 1984. It later became part of the national checkoff which was established thru federal legislation during the 1990 Farm Bill. 
They will be hosting an event with some winners this week—and we want to have Jerry join us on Friday’s Ag show. 
Justin Glisin—Iowa State Climatologist was with us this morning---Laura Edwards was on the road today and couldn’t drive an talk safely—we’ll have her on if she is available on Tuesday or Wednesday.
Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show understands that Ag is #1 in South Dakota—we give it it’s due. 
Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa.
Norm Anderson will post the show----ASAP---and I provide this blog—which allows you to look for what is in the show—and who said what.
Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at <a href="mailto:bill.zortman@mwcradio.com">bill.zortman@mwcradio.com</a>.

December 2, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog---December 2, 2024—9-10—Remodelers Show

As we worked starting the 12th month of 2024---our team of guests helped us understand where we are----and where we are headed for the final 4 weeks of 2024.

Tony Bachman---Coldwell Banker along with Neal King ---Building Permits City of Sioux Falls---Teddi Mueller—Executive Director of the Home Builders Association, Dave Kelly---Fairway Mortgage—Todd Boots—Past President SD Home Builders, and Joe Hansen Extreme Heating and cooling gave us valuable information on where we are—where we are going---and hopefully some encouragement for those in the midst of deciding where to go for the rest of the year and into 2025.

Among Tony’s Numbers:


1247 Active Listings as of December 1st


96 expired listings


233 listings with price change


374 homes sold


91 homes pending


350 homes active under contract


140 open houses over the last 30 days. 

In our Report Card and Remodelers Shows we have discussed how election years can cause some uncertainty in the housing market—how that the election is over—the crystal ball for 2025 looks promising –even DYNAMIC.

Yes DYNAMIC BUT:


Shifting winds—experts predict a transition from a seller’s market to a more balance one in 2025—meaning buyers might have some LEVERAGE and BREAKING ROOM to negotiate. 


Inventory on the rise is good news for buyers. Analysists expect more homes to trickle onto the market in 2025 –and that could translate to less competition and maybe lower home prices


Mortgage rates could be in for a bumpy ride—you can expect mortgage rates to settle later-----predictions suggest they’ll fluctuate throughout 2025 with periods of opportunity for refinancing when rates dip. 


For Sellers—the rise in inventory could make it a little trickier to get top dollar for the home in 2025


Stay informed—stay Empowered—the housing market can be complicated and 2025 is expected to be no different. Listening to this show twice a month gives you a collection of experts that can help---and are.

Neal King---Building Permits City of Sioux Falls is thinking we will hit 1.03 Billion for the year in sales. 4th year in a row---and 2025---is really anybody’s guess. 

Teddi Mueller—Home Builders Association Executive Director—joined us looking at the rest of 2024 and into 2025----she joins us at least twice a month—and we always keep you posted on upcoming events involving housing, showings and opportunities. 

Dave Kelly—Home Equity Check Up was on his plate---and the HECM—we looked ahead---and know that you don’t want to search without Talking with a

Blog---December 2, 2024—9-10—Remodelers Show
As we worked starting the 12th month of 2024---our team of guests helped us understand where we are----and where we are headed for the final 4 weeks of 2024.
Tony Bachman---Coldwell Banker along with Neal King ---Building Permits City of Sioux Falls---Teddi Mueller—Executive Director of the Home Builders Association, Dave Kelly---Fairway Mortgage—Todd Boots—Past President SD Home Builders, and Joe Hansen Extreme Heating and cooling gave us valuable information on where we are—where we are going---and hopefully some encouragement for those in the midst of deciding where to go for the rest of the year and into 2025.
Among Tony’s Numbers:
<ul>
<li>
1247 Active Listings as of December 1st
</li>
<li>
96 expired listings
</li>
<li>
233 listings with price change
</li>
<li>
374 homes sold
</li>
<li>
91 homes pending
</li>
<li>
350 homes active under contract
</li>
<li>
140 open houses over the last 30 days. 
</li>
</ul>
In our Report Card and Remodelers Shows we have discussed how election years can cause some uncertainty in the housing market—how that the election is over—the crystal ball for 2025 looks promising –even DYNAMIC.
Yes DYNAMIC BUT:
<ul>
<li>
Shifting winds—experts predict a transition from a seller’s market to a more balance one in 2025—meaning buyers might have some LEVERAGE and BREAKING ROOM to negotiate. 
</li>
<li>
Inventory on the rise is good news for buyers. Analysists expect more homes to trickle onto the market in 2025 –and that could translate to less competition and maybe lower home prices
</li>
<li>
Mortgage rates could be in for a bumpy ride—you can expect mortgage rates to settle later-----predictions suggest they’ll fluctuate throughout 2025 with periods of opportunity for refinancing when rates dip. 
</li>
<li>
For Sellers—the rise in inventory could make it a little trickier to get top dollar for the home in 2025
</li>
<li>
Stay informed—stay Empowered—the housing market can be complicated and 2025 is expected to be no different. Listening to this show twice a month gives you a collection of experts that can help---and are.
</li>
</ul>
Neal King---Building Permits City of Sioux Falls is thinking we will hit 1.03 Billion for the year in sales. 4th year in a row---and 2025---is really anybody’s guess. 
Teddi Mueller—Home Builders Association Executive Director—joined us looking at the rest of 2024 and into 2025----she joins us at least twice a month—and we always keep you posted on upcoming events involving housing, showings and opportunities. 
Dave Kelly—Home Equity Check Up was on his plate---and the HECM—we looked ahead---and know that you don’t want to search without Talking with a

 December 2, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business - The Remodelers Show

South Dakota Farm Bureau Town & Country Show

South Dakota Farm Bureau Town &amp; Country Show

November 26, 2024 10AM - SD Farm Bureau Town & Country Show

Blog-November 19, 2024—10-11---It’s YOUR Agri Business---Show 46-59
   Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show---started with Rob Larew—President of the National Farmers Union. President Larew had just put out quite the statement on the Farm Bill.

National Farmers Union Urges Congressional Leadership to Take Swift Action on the Farm Bill 

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew today made the following statement on the Farm Bill: 

“Our priority for family farmers and ranchers remains steadfast: Congress must pass a strong, comprehensive five-year Farm Bill before year’s end. A Farm Bill provides the certainty and stability farmers need, including a strengthened safety net, disaster assistance, robust investments in conservation and measures to help farmers compete more effectively. While significant work has been done by the House and Senate Agriculture Committees, leaders at the highest levels in both chambers must now make passing a strong, comprehensive five-year Farm Bill their top priority before the year ends.” 

   What was left was for us to do but the start the Ag Show with President Larew talking about what he expected and wanted---as he was “turning up the heat” on the Lame Duck Session”.
   For those listening----it was a matter that we have been trying to get a farm bill passed for a long time---and now it needs to be done.
   There can be little doubt with all the tension in DC---that passing a farm bill might be easier---the new administration needs something in the win column that could be bringing people together. We know that President Larew and those around the country wanted it to be accomplished.
    The National Farmers Union advocated the position on behalf of more than 230,000 American Farm Families and their communities.
     Dave Scaturo—helped us with the interview of President Larew in Kansas City as well as 20 others. Today—we continue to share the interviews in both the 9-10 and 10-11 show. People from all over the mid-west---and other parts of the country talked to us---and if gave us a chance to visit with businesses that need our farm and business listeners.
    Among the interviews included in this show---PTX, Growmark, Helena Agri-Enterprises, Corteva, BASF, National Pork, UPL, and more.
    Among the other guests in the show—Bryson Patterson—SBA of South Dakota----Brandon Hansen---Downtown Sioux Falls, Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest Network, Matt Swenson—Swenson Commodities--- and yes South Dakota State Climatologist—Laura Edwards.
    We provide information that supports the number one industry in South Dakota---Agriculture. We work hard with Minnesota and Iowa---for farm segments as well. The more we work---the more we find that the Dakotas and Iowa and Minnesota have a lot in common.
     Many of those we talked with in Kansas City---where from the Dakotas---Nebraska---Missouri----Wisconsin----and of course Minnesota and Iowa. They know about our radio show---they know that we work hard and enjoy bringing people together either from the farm---or appreciating all that is on the farm.
     We closed the show with Feeding South Dakota event that is coming up on November 23rd. Yes I did the interview before 7:00 to run in both hours. Thanksgiving is the time of year that we want people to have enough food to eat---whether it be in the rural areas of South Dakota---or in the larger communities of Rapid City and Sioux Falls.
      The fact that 1500 meals would be given away in Sioux Falls and in Rapid City on Saturday the 23rd---is important. If you are in agriculture and you aren’t helping feed those that are hungry----it leaves a little displeasure in growing the food---but not getting it to people we live with that really need it. 
       There is no doubt---that they need the help---and we appreciate those that donate---and organize and make a difference—even if it might only be once a year.
       Norm Anderson will provide the Podcast of this show---the 19th of November 2024---10-11---hour. I write the blog—schedule the guest—and occasionally have an idea or two that makes a difference. 

Blog-November 19, 2024—10-11---It’s YOUR Agri Business---Show 46-59    Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show---started with Rob Larew—President of the National Farmers Union. President Larew had just put out quite the statement on the Farm Bill.
National Farmers Union Urges Congressional Leadership to Take Swift Action on the Farm Bill 
WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew today made the following statement on the Farm Bill: 
“Our priority for family farmers and ranchers remains steadfast: Congress must pass a strong, comprehensive five-year Farm Bill before year’s end. A Farm Bill provides the certainty and stability farmers need, including a strengthened safety net, disaster assistance, robust investments in conservation and measures to help farmers compete more effectively. While significant work has been done by the House and Senate Agriculture Committees, leaders at the highest levels in both chambers must now make passing a strong, comprehensive five-year Farm Bill their top priority before the year ends.” 
   What was left was for us to do but the start the Ag Show with President Larew talking about what he expected and wanted---as he was “turning up the heat” on the Lame Duck Session”.    For those listening----it was a matter that we have been trying to get a farm bill passed for a long time---and now it needs to be done.    There can be little doubt with all the tension in DC---that passing a farm bill might be easier---the new administration needs something in the win column that could be bringing people together. We know that President Larew and those around the country wanted it to be accomplished.     The National Farmers Union advocated the position on behalf of more than 230,000 American Farm Families and their communities.      Dave Scaturo—helped us with the interview of President Larew in Kansas City as well as 20 others. Today—we continue to share the interviews in both the 9-10 and 10-11 show. People from all over the mid-west---and other parts of the country talked to us---and if gave us a chance to visit with businesses that need our farm and business listeners.     Among the interviews included in this show---PTX, Growmark, Helena Agri-Enterprises, Corteva, BASF, National Pork, UPL, and more.     Among the other guests in the show—Bryson Patterson—SBA of South Dakota----Brandon Hansen---Downtown Sioux Falls, Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest Network, Matt Swenson—Swenson Commodities--- and yes South Dakota State Climatologist—Laura Edwards.     We provide information that supports the number one industry in South Dakota---Agriculture. We work hard with Minnesota and Iowa---for farm segments as well. The more we work---the more we find that the Dakotas and Iowa and Minnesota have a lot in common.      Many of those we talked with in Kansas City---where from the Dakotas---Nebraska---Missouri----Wisconsin----and of course Minnesota and Iowa. They know about our radio show---they know that we work hard and enjoy bringing people together either from the farm---or appreciating all that is on the farm.      We closed the show with Feeding South Dakota event that is coming up on November 23rd. Yes I did the interview before 7:00 to run in both hours. Thanksgiving is the time of year that we want people to have enough food to eat---whether it be in the rural areas of South Dakota---or in the larger communities of Rapid City and Sioux Falls.       The fact that 1500 meals would be given away in Sioux Falls and in Rapid City on Saturday the 23rd---is important. If you are in agriculture and you aren’t helping feed those that are hungry----it leaves a little displeasure in growing the food---but not getting it to people we live with that really need it.         There is no doubt---that they need the help---and we appreciate those that donate---and organize and make a difference—even if it might only be once a year.        Norm Anderson will provide the Podcast of this show---the 19th of November 2024---10-11---hour. I write the blog—schedule the guest—and occasionally have an idea or two that makes a difference.

 November 19, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog—November 19, 2024—9-10--It’s YOUR Business—Show 46-58
   Our It’s YOUR Business Show got to pick some interesting topics for November 19th –just a week+ before Thanksgiving---- and we appreciate all the people that work with us to help tell their business and agri-business stories.
   In this show---we got to roll up our sleeves and loosen our thinking cap to invite people to led people know about “Feeding South Dakota” providing 6,000 Thanksgiving meals with help of matching gift from the Greg & Pam Sands Foundation in Sioux Falls. 
   Donations made to Feeding South Dakota thru Thanksgiving Day will help the hunger-relief organization provide traditional Thanksgiving meal groceries to 6,000 families facing hunger during this holiday season.
   On Saturday –November 23rd—volunteers will help distribute 1,500 meals at community giveaways in Sioux Falls and Rapid City. Each meal contains the items needed to prepare for a Thanksgiving at home including turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, potatoes, green beans, gravy yes YAMS, pumpkin pie, apples, carrots, break and milk.
   The remaining 3,000 meals will be distributed throughout November by Feeding South Dakota’s agency partners, such as food pantries and hot meal sites, in an additional 40 communities across South Dakota. 
    A matching gift made by the Greg and Pam Sands Foundation, will help support the giveaways by doubling the impact of donations made to Feeding South Dakota 4-28th. 
    Greg and Pam Sands are Sioux Falls and yes South Dakota community leaders and philanthropists who have long supported Feeding South Dakota and its mission. 
    As Pam Sands put it—“We hope that our match encourages others to contribute to this great community event.” As inflation continues to impact grocery prices, financial support is integral to the ability to continue distributing holiday grocery meals.
    “Thanksgiving is a time of joyous gatherings, and we want to continue to ensure families are able to share turkey and pumpkin pie, even when times are challenging”.
     Meals will be distributed on a first come first serve basis, no registration, qualification or sign-up is required to participate. Each family will receive one meal with a maximum of two families served per vehicle.
     The Sioux Falls giveaway will take place from 8 to 10AM at the WH Lyon Fairgrounds on November 23rd---of course Rapid City will be 8 to 10AM but that is Mountain Time at the Central State Fairgrounds—yes on the 23rd.
      We know that Governor Kristi Noem and Senator John Thune have new roles in Washington DC----Noem is border watching and enforcing---Thune---is controlling the Senate.
      As we look at that –we know that there are changes in State Government as well.  Today we had the opportunity to interview the new Senator-Elect Chris Carr. His counterpart—the Majority Leader Jim Mehlhaff---had to take a rain check---but our promise is to visit with Chris and Jim during the upcoming planning and then the legislative sessions. We thank Casey Crabtree for his role in the last couple of years------and Brent Hoffman—for making sure---our Business and Agri Business Show made the transition to the new team. It’s important that the media work with the Leadership---ask the right questions---and then just as important is giving the right answers for the public to understand.

   We did a little previewing of some important events ---the first is at the November 23rd---Freedom’s Haven Funding that involves Ukraine---Alla---and yes people all over South Dakota that are trying to get more of the “hard working Ukrainians” into the work force in South Dakota. The event is Hamre Hall at Augustana---with original music---We had a chance to hear lawmakers---business leaders—state employees make the case at McCrossan Boys Ranch ---earlier in the month to get more of the Ukrainian workers into South Dakota. They are dedicated—they are good workers---and all those at McCrossan (I believe all of them) wanted even the media to work a little harder to get them here inside our borders. 
    Also in this show we were able to utilize the interviews that with the help of Dave Scaturro and Norm Anderson we were able to do looking at farming at the National Farm Broadcasters Convention in Kansas City. Great story lines—and yes many came from Sioux Falls and this area---to go—learn and share what we are doing.
    Our It’s YOUR Business Show promotes business---ideas---workers—and communities. Something we think more should be doing.
    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa.
    Norm Anderson posts the show as a PODCAST—generally the same day –go to the KELO-AM Website—look for It’s YOUR Business—and this case the November 19, 2024-9-10 Show.
    Questions for me—feel free to call/email---bill.zortman@mwcradio.com or call 605-728-BILL (2455)

Blog—November 19, 2024—9-10--It’s YOUR Business—Show 46-58    Our It’s YOUR Business Show got to pick some interesting topics for November 19th –just a week+ before Thanksgiving---- and we appreciate all the people that work with us to help tell their business and agri-business stories.    In this show---we got to roll up our sleeves and loosen our thinking cap to invite people to led people know about “Feeding South Dakota” providing 6,000 Thanksgiving meals with help of matching gift from the Greg &amp; Pam Sands Foundation in Sioux Falls.     Donations made to Feeding South Dakota thru Thanksgiving Day will help the hunger-relief organization provide traditional Thanksgiving meal groceries to 6,000 families facing hunger during this holiday season.    On Saturday –November 23rd—volunteers will help distribute 1,500 meals at community giveaways in Sioux Falls and Rapid City. Each meal contains the items needed to prepare for a Thanksgiving at home including turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, potatoes, green beans, gravy yes YAMS, pumpkin pie, apples, carrots, break and milk.    The remaining 3,000 meals will be distributed throughout November by Feeding South Dakota’s agency partners, such as food pantries and hot meal sites, in an additional 40 communities across South Dakota.      A matching gift made by the Greg and Pam Sands Foundation, will help support the giveaways by doubling the impact of donations made to Feeding South Dakota 4-28th.      Greg and Pam Sands are Sioux Falls and yes South Dakota community leaders and philanthropists who have long supported Feeding South Dakota and its mission.      As Pam Sands put it—“We hope that our match encourages others to contribute to this great community event.” As inflation continues to impact grocery prices, financial support is integral to the ability to continue distributing holiday grocery meals.     “Thanksgiving is a time of joyous gatherings, and we want to continue to ensure families are able to share turkey and pumpkin pie, even when times are challenging”.      Meals will be distributed on a first come first serve basis, no registration, qualification or sign-up is required to participate. Each family will receive one meal with a maximum of two families served per vehicle.      The Sioux Falls giveaway will take place from 8 to 10AM at the WH Lyon Fairgrounds on November 23rd---of course Rapid City will be 8 to 10AM but that is Mountain Time at the Central State Fairgrounds—yes on the 23rd.       We know that Governor Kristi Noem and Senator John Thune have new roles in Washington DC----Noem is border watching and enforcing---Thune---is controlling the Senate.       As we look at that –we know that there are changes in State Government as well.  Today we had the opportunity to interview the new Senator-Elect Chris Carr. His counterpart—the Majority Leader Jim Mehlhaff---had to take a rain check---but our promise is to visit with Chris and Jim during the upcoming planning and then the legislative sessions. We thank Casey Crabtree for his role in the last couple of years------and Brent Hoffman—for making sure---our Business and Agri Business Show made the transition to the new team. It’s important that the media work with the Leadership---ask the right questions---and then just as important is giving the right answers for the public to understand.
   We did a little previewing of some important events ---the first is at the November 23rd---Freedom’s Haven Funding that involves Ukraine---Alla---and yes people all over South Dakota that are trying to get more of the “hard working Ukrainians” into the work force in South Dakota. The event is Hamre Hall at Augustana---with original music---We had a chance to hear lawmakers---business leaders—state employees make the case at McCrossan Boys Ranch ---earlier in the month to get more of the Ukrainian workers into South Dakota. They are dedicated—they are good workers---and all those at McCrossan (I believe all of them) wanted even the media to work a little harder to get them here inside our borders.      Also in this show we were able to utilize the interviews that with the help of Dave Scaturro and Norm Anderson we were able to do looking at farming at the National Farm Broadcasters Convention in Kansas City. Great story lines—and yes many came from Sioux Falls and this area---to go—learn and share what we are doing.     Our It’s YOUR Business Show promotes business---ideas---workers—and communities. Something we think more should be doing.     Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa.     Norm Anderson posts the show as a PODCAST—generally the same day –go to the KELO-AM Website—look for It’s YOUR Business—and this case the November 19, 2024-9-10 Show.     Questions for me—feel free to call/email---bill.zortman@mwcradio.com or call 605-728-BILL (2455)

November 19, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog—November 18, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business---
   Interesting show----including pieces-parts from Kansas City and the National Association of Farm Broadcasters event---with 4 guests from around the country—

   Nolan Clarke---Plains Commerce Bank with the Growing Harvest Network---Rock Nelson—yes the Rock Report---with Aberdeen----Jennifer Slaight-Hansen---the Director of Business Development for Wooden Mallet. Justin Glisin—Iowa State Climatologist---

   Yes and Sarah Heinrich---Growing Harvest Network---Matt Swenson----Swenson Commodities---and four guests from our interviews in Kansas City.

   We did in all around 20 interviews---in the show today—Nebraska Pork Board with Billy Lucky from Columbus Nebraska, Gail Stratman—FMC 
Fungicides ---Case IH—Kendal Quandahl—Precision Technology----Mark Peterson Row Crops—Practical Farmers in Iowa.

   Good story lines—and while I’ve made 8-10 trips to the show—this year –I didn’t---but Account Executive David Scaturro did—he set up the interviews----we recorded them----and set the stage for a serious of interviews for our audience.

   Last week we interviewed Rob Larew—President of the National Farmers Union-actually twice in one week, Michael Clements and Gardner Hatch—Executive Director and Chief Ops Office NAFB, and a few others----like Ron Lamberty---American Coalition of Ethanol. 

   More interviews to follow on Tuesday----and in the near future. 

   Having grown up on an Iowa Farm---rode in the tractor cade from Iowa and Texas to Washington DC----I’ve had a chance to be more than just the oldest son in a farm family. I’ve had a chance to share my families belief in agriculture---and ask questions that are farm family related. 

   Justin Glisin---gets a second thank you----we utilize the Iowa Climatologist as well as the South Dakota Climatologist---Laura Edwards—to keep posted on weather changes. This year it’s been dry--- and still is-----when I get a chance Laura and Justin get to share together at the end of our ag show. Talk about people that know ag------and weather---they really do.

    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson posts the show as a PODCAST—my job is to schedule the guests, prepare the comments----work on the blog that does with the PODCAST.

     Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog—November 18, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business---    Interesting show----including pieces-parts from Kansas City and the National Association of Farm Broadcasters event---with 4 guests from around the country—
   Nolan Clarke---Plains Commerce Bank with the Growing Harvest Network---Rock Nelson—yes the Rock Report---with Aberdeen----Jennifer Slaight-Hansen---the Director of Business Development for Wooden Mallet. Justin Glisin—Iowa State Climatologist---
   Yes and Sarah Heinrich---Growing Harvest Network---Matt Swenson----Swenson Commodities---and four guests from our interviews in Kansas City.
   We did in all around 20 interviews---in the show today—Nebraska Pork Board with Billy Lucky from Columbus Nebraska, Gail Stratman—FMC  Fungicides ---Case IH—Kendal Quandahl—Precision Technology----Mark Peterson Row Crops—Practical Farmers in Iowa.
   Good story lines—and while I’ve made 8-10 trips to the show—this year –I didn’t---but Account Executive David Scaturro did—he set up the interviews----we recorded them----and set the stage for a serious of interviews for our audience.
   Last week we interviewed Rob Larew—President of the National Farmers Union-actually twice in one week, Michael Clements and Gardner Hatch—Executive Director and Chief Ops Office NAFB, and a few others----like Ron Lamberty---American Coalition of Ethanol. 
   More interviews to follow on Tuesday----and in the near future. 
   Having grown up on an Iowa Farm---rode in the tractor cade from Iowa and Texas to Washington DC----I’ve had a chance to be more than just the oldest son in a farm family. I’ve had a chance to share my families belief in agriculture---and ask questions that are farm family related. 
   Justin Glisin---gets a second thank you----we utilize the Iowa Climatologist as well as the South Dakota Climatologist---Laura Edwards—to keep posted on weather changes. This year it’s been dry--- and still is-----when I get a chance Laura and Justin get to share together at the end of our ag show. Talk about people that know ag------and weather---they really do.
    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson posts the show as a PODCAST—my job is to schedule the guests, prepare the comments----work on the blog that does with the PODCAST.
     Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

November 18, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-November 18, 2024-9-10—It’s YOUR Business
   Our It’s YOUR Business Show---got to chase around a couple of different critters ---including The Mayor of Harrisburg---Derrick Wenck and Adam Walsh—what we wanted to do was to talk about the Sioux Metro Alliance. We normally get to talk with Jay Buckholz and Tyler Torgeson. They were making trips—somewhere else—and suggested we utilize Harrisburg as one of the 14 or is it 16 communities have starting working and discussing together.
    I like what is being done with the Sioux Metro Alliance----the communities are meeting once a month and talking about what they are doing in their towns—and what they could be doing together.
   Harrisburg is getting good marks---as are others----and even the South Dakota State leaders are suggesting that other corners of South Dakota starting doing the same thing—Could be the Hills Think---Southeast Corner Combining---or Northeast playing nice and together.
   Pardon me if we decide to follow along—and while we are at it—encouraging my home state of Iowa to do the same thing—and why not big ole Minnesota---Twin Cities and all. 
   Bryson Patterson—SBA of South Dakota---was talking with Brandon Hanson---new leader in Downtown Sioux Falls. We had a little trouble with the reaching BH by phone----but maybe our trouble helped him sort out---other concerns with a phone carrier. We like being able to bring SBA and Downtown Sioux Falls and others together---patience this morning made it happen.
   More from Bryson in the Tuesday show---
   Quite the visit this morning from Gary Popkes and Cameo from Plains Commerce Bank. We were reminding people that we have a holiday straight ahead—and with families trying to figure out what to do today-tomorrow and beyond…using a family gathering to plan for the future could be good for this generation---the next and beyond. You should listen to the discussion—and see how it can fit your family. 
   WE had a chance to feature ---Alla from Ukraine in our 9-10 show this morning. We know that Alla’s hometown was hit with bombs---and destruction was massive---coming up---on November 23rd---at beautiful Augustana Hemre Hall-Calvin Jones—Executive Director of Freedom Haven---is putting together an event---that helps us help those that chose South Dakota when coming from Ukraine. Having been at 2 or 3 Ukrainian events-including one at McCrossan’s Boys Ranch earlier in the month---I know that business people from across South Dakota as well as politicians are looking for ways to get more Ukrainians into our state workforce. This event on the 23rd—is more opportunity to welcome them and look for answers for South Dakota and those facing shelling’s in Ukraine. We’ll talk more about this on Tuesday.
    Our It’s YOUR Business Show—is available live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on Line –or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson will post the show as a podcast for November the 18th---9-10---use these notes as a guide to what’s in the show—and where to find it. Feel free to call or text me at 605-728-BILL or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. Use the blog as a guide to where and what in the show. 

Blog-November 18, 2024-9-10—It’s YOUR Business    Our It’s YOUR Business Show---got to chase around a couple of different critters ---including The Mayor of Harrisburg---Derrick Wenck and Adam Walsh—what we wanted to do was to talk about the Sioux Metro Alliance. We normally get to talk with Jay Buckholz and Tyler Torgeson. They were making trips—somewhere else—and suggested we utilize Harrisburg as one of the 14 or is it 16 communities have starting working and discussing together.     I like what is being done with the Sioux Metro Alliance----the communities are meeting once a month and talking about what they are doing in their towns—and what they could be doing together.    Harrisburg is getting good marks---as are others----and even the South Dakota State leaders are suggesting that other corners of South Dakota starting doing the same thing—Could be the Hills Think---Southeast Corner Combining---or Northeast playing nice and together.    Pardon me if we decide to follow along—and while we are at it—encouraging my home state of Iowa to do the same thing—and why not big ole Minnesota---Twin Cities and all.     Bryson Patterson—SBA of South Dakota---was talking with Brandon Hanson---new leader in Downtown Sioux Falls. We had a little trouble with the reaching BH by phone----but maybe our trouble helped him sort out---other concerns with a phone carrier. We like being able to bring SBA and Downtown Sioux Falls and others together---patience this morning made it happen.    More from Bryson in the Tuesday show---    Quite the visit this morning from Gary Popkes and Cameo from Plains Commerce Bank. We were reminding people that we have a holiday straight ahead—and with families trying to figure out what to do today-tomorrow and beyond…using a family gathering to plan for the future could be good for this generation---the next and beyond. You should listen to the discussion—and see how it can fit your family.     WE had a chance to feature ---Alla from Ukraine in our 9-10 show this morning. We know that Alla’s hometown was hit with bombs---and destruction was massive---coming up---on November 23rd---at beautiful Augustana Hemre Hall-Calvin Jones—Executive Director of Freedom Haven---is putting together an event---that helps us help those that chose South Dakota when coming from Ukraine. Having been at 2 or 3 Ukrainian events-including one at McCrossan’s Boys Ranch earlier in the month---I know that business people from across South Dakota as well as politicians are looking for ways to get more Ukrainians into our state workforce. This event on the 23rd—is more opportunity to welcome them and look for answers for South Dakota and those facing shelling’s in Ukraine. We’ll talk more about this on Tuesday.     Our It’s YOUR Business Show—is available live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on Line –or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson will post the show as a podcast for November the 18th---9-10---use these notes as a guide to what’s in the show—and where to find it. Feel free to call or text me at 605-728-BILL or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. Use the blog as a guide to where and what in the show.

November 18, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog—November 15, 2024-10-11-It’s YOUR Agri Business
   Coming next Monday and Tuesday in our 10-11 Show—we will share the almost 20 guests we talked to the National Farm Broadcasters Convention in Kansas City.
   Dave Scaturro did all the work in KC---I got to record—and make sense of all the things I was hearing from Kansas City, from Washington DC, and yes in South Dakota. What we did do was to let people know about our farm audience here—their appetite for information---and why our Governor---Senator Thune and others are being tapped for duties in the off-the-wall White House that we expect when the I do happens in January. 
   In this show—you hear the National Farmers Union President Rob Larew tell us what he sees in Ag ahead----strong 9-10 minutes of we have to work together and how we are going to do it.
   His counterpart with National Farm Bureau—Zippy Duval is one of the serious candidates being considered for Ag Secretary---
   Following our President Larew interview—we’ll visit with the first guy we talked to on the way to Kansas City---Ron Lamberty---yes lots of talk about pipelines and energy----and we visit with him after his entourage arrived back from Kansas City early this morning.
   Brandon Hanson---Downtown Sioux Falls gives us a look at the events this weekend---what to expect—what to do—Brandon will be there to tell us.
   Mike Costano—talked with us in the 9-10 hour today---and will be sharing his special gun show this Saturday and Sunday. I’m not a hunter—but I know who to talk to –to make sure our audience gets all the information they can. It will be at WH Lyon Fairgrounds---9-5 on Saturday and 9 to 3 on Sunday. Admission $10. As a non-profit organization---the Dakota Territory also contributes a portion of its proceeds from the show to youth hunting programs. 
    Sarah Heinrich—KFGO Fargo has the Growing Harvest Network---she’s good at what she does—and we do share with our Midwest Communication broadcast sites.
    Matt Swenson will have the morning commodities-----and yes the big board on Wall Street.
    Bryson Patterson was with us on Wednesday—as we talked about it being Veterans Small Business Week. He had a forum Thursday—and we promised to bring Stacy and Nick back to share what they learned to help our audience learn.
    Alla---yes the voice for us for 2-3 years on Ukraine visits with us –telling us what she hears and sees from home. Calvin Jones Executive Director of Freedom Haven will have an event on November 23rd at Hamre Hall at Augustana. We’ll talk the war in Ukraine—and how you can help with this event a week from Saturday.
   Mr. Tree John Ball will join us---and it looks like we will have Laura Edwards—our State Climatologist with us as well.
   That should give you quite the show—the variety of what’s out there from war-to fund-raising—the Ag side—and what looks like might get done with a new administration that begins in January. 
    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-Website—and Norm Anderson will have posted the full show for you listen. Look for the November 15, 2024 10-11 show—use these notes as a guide to what’s in the show. Questions for me feel free to call-text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog—November 15, 2024-10-11-It’s YOUR Agri Business    Coming next Monday and Tuesday in our 10-11 Show—we will share the almost 20 guests we talked to the National Farm Broadcasters Convention in Kansas City.    Dave Scaturro did all the work in KC---I got to record—and make sense of all the things I was hearing from Kansas City, from Washington DC, and yes in South Dakota. What we did do was to let people know about our farm audience here—their appetite for information---and why our Governor---Senator Thune and others are being tapped for duties in the off-the-wall White House that we expect when the I do happens in January.     In this show—you hear the National Farmers Union President Rob Larew tell us what he sees in Ag ahead----strong 9-10 minutes of we have to work together and how we are going to do it.    His counterpart with National Farm Bureau—Zippy Duval is one of the serious candidates being considered for Ag Secretary---    Following our President Larew interview—we’ll visit with the first guy we talked to on the way to Kansas City---Ron Lamberty---yes lots of talk about pipelines and energy----and we visit with him after his entourage arrived back from Kansas City early this morning.    Brandon Hanson---Downtown Sioux Falls gives us a look at the events this weekend---what to expect—what to do—Brandon will be there to tell us.    Mike Costano—talked with us in the 9-10 hour today---and will be sharing his special gun show this Saturday and Sunday. I’m not a hunter—but I know who to talk to –to make sure our audience gets all the information they can. It will be at WH Lyon Fairgrounds---9-5 on Saturday and 9 to 3 on Sunday. Admission $10. As a non-profit organization---the Dakota Territory also contributes a portion of its proceeds from the show to youth hunting programs.      Sarah Heinrich—KFGO Fargo has the Growing Harvest Network---she’s good at what she does—and we do share with our Midwest Communication broadcast sites.     Matt Swenson will have the morning commodities-----and yes the big board on Wall Street.     Bryson Patterson was with us on Wednesday—as we talked about it being Veterans Small Business Week. He had a forum Thursday—and we promised to bring Stacy and Nick back to share what they learned to help our audience learn.     Alla---yes the voice for us for 2-3 years on Ukraine visits with us –telling us what she hears and sees from home. Calvin Jones Executive Director of Freedom Haven will have an event on November 23rd at Hamre Hall at Augustana. We’ll talk the war in Ukraine—and how you can help with this event a week from Saturday.    Mr. Tree John Ball will join us---and it looks like we will have Laura Edwards—our State Climatologist with us as well.    That should give you quite the show—the variety of what’s out there from war-to fund-raising—the Ag side—and what looks like might get done with a new administration that begins in January.      Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-Website—and Norm Anderson will have posted the full show for you listen. Look for the November 15, 2024 10-11 show—use these notes as a guide to what’s in the show. Questions for me feel free to call-text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

November 15, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-November 15, 2024-9-10—It’s YOUR Business
   Our It’s YOUR Business Show---smack dab in the middle of November—covers a lot of ground.
   Jodi Schwan---Sioux Falls Business---is really a GOOD NAME Dropper.
   Schwan’s Breaks Ground for Massive Sioux Falls Project—but it set for 2027---as a kid Schwan’s was a Minnesota Company that delivered 3 or was it 5 gallon pails of great ice cream to our home in Iowa.
   Artificial Intelligence-Estate Planning—is blending tech with human expertise.
   Harrisburg bowling site has ax throwing and a lot more---who would have thought?
   Great Shots reopens with new games and expanded menu.
   And yes you can count on Jodi having other breaking news stuff.

   Jessie Schmidt---BBB of South Dakota--- yes another list of Email compromises to watch out for.
    Business email compromise fraud is an email phishing scam that typically targets people who pay bills in businesses, government and nonprofit organizations. 
    Often the scammer poses as a vendor who emails an employee and asks them to wire money, buy gift cards or send person information. The money goes into an account controlled by the con-artist OF COURSE. 
    There is a holiday twist—scammers may impersonate “the boss” and email workers to buy gift cards for a holiday party or donate to a cause.
     THE SMART SOLUTION? Check all email addresses and verify the email with the alleged sender. DON’T CLICK on links if you are not sure.
      Jessie also talks about PHONY INVOICES, DIRECTORY SCAMS, STOLEN IDENTITY, Fake Charity Pitches, Phishing Scams, Office Supply Scams, Coupon Books, Vanity Award Scams, Overpayment scams, Voicemail hacking scams, Fake AI Services. 

     Teri Schmidt—EXPERIENCE Sioux Falls ---she is heading to the National Tour Association Travel Show-she explains what she expects---and good news the zoo butterfly house coming together—and you can bet it WILL BE GOOD for SIOUX FALLS.

      Kip Rounds—SD Game Fish and Parks—updates the hunting seasons. The West River Deer Season opens Saturday and the East River Deer Season opens on the 23rd. Pheasant hunting reports share strong success and really should only continue to improve as the weather gets colder next week and we get some snow on the ground. 

      Each year Mike Costanzo tells us about the indoor show season for hunters. This weekend’s Dakota Territory Gun Show is the seasonal opportunity to buy, sell, or trade guns and gear for any other shooting sports. Shotguns, rifles, hand guns, ammo, and gear will be available on over 300 vendor tables. As a non-profit organization the Dakota Territory also contributes a portion of the proceeds from the show to youth hunting programs. The show is Saturday and Sunday—it is at the WH Lyons Fairgrounds---9-5 Saturday and 9-3 Sunday—admission is $10.

    John Gaskins and Jim Ohlander do a little sports sorting for us. State Football playoffs continue today and tomorrow at USD Campus----the Dakota Dome played last night—tonight and Saturday.
    Augustana-USF game was one of the ages---meanwhile—SDSU beat up UND last week—the Coyotes head to Grand Forks this week----
    The Vikings are 7-2—if they lose Sunday night—it won’t be a good weekend.
     Jimmy Ohlander his notes are a big deal too:
Stampede have won two straight games
Home and home series with Omaha beginning tonight (Friday)
Saturday is Military Appreciation Night, Jim fill us in on all that you have going on for this special night
Since we won’t be back on until after December we can also touch on our next home series after this weekend that will be Thanksgiving weekend and include a special Black Friday game with a 3:05 PM face-off.

   We close the show with Diana Patterson—Sanford Career Opportunities---
   Our It’s Your Business Show—provides information from businesses and organizations that keep us informed and entertained---
   Listen live to the show at 1320-105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa---
   Norm Anderson will post the show on the website---use these notes as a guide to what is in the show and where to find them.
   Questions for me feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog-November 15, 2024-9-10—It’s YOUR Business    Our It’s YOUR Business Show---smack dab in the middle of November—covers a lot of ground.    Jodi Schwan---Sioux Falls Business---is really a GOOD NAME Dropper.    Schwan’s Breaks Ground for Massive Sioux Falls Project—but it set for 2027---as a kid Schwan’s was a Minnesota Company that delivered 3 or was it 5 gallon pails of great ice cream to our home in Iowa.    Artificial Intelligence-Estate Planning—is blending tech with human expertise.    Harrisburg bowling site has ax throwing and a lot more---who would have thought?    Great Shots reopens with new games and expanded menu.    And yes you can count on Jodi having other breaking news stuff.
   Jessie Schmidt---BBB of South Dakota--- yes another list of Email compromises to watch out for.     Business email compromise fraud is an email phishing scam that typically targets people who pay bills in businesses, government and nonprofit organizations.      Often the scammer poses as a vendor who emails an employee and asks them to wire money, buy gift cards or send person information. The money goes into an account controlled by the con-artist OF COURSE.      There is a holiday twist—scammers may impersonate “the boss” and email workers to buy gift cards for a holiday party or donate to a cause.      THE SMART SOLUTION? Check all email addresses and verify the email with the alleged sender. DON’T CLICK on links if you are not sure.       Jessie also talks about PHONY INVOICES, DIRECTORY SCAMS, STOLEN IDENTITY, Fake Charity Pitches, Phishing Scams, Office Supply Scams, Coupon Books, Vanity Award Scams, Overpayment scams, Voicemail hacking scams, Fake AI Services. 
     Teri Schmidt—EXPERIENCE Sioux Falls ---she is heading to the National Tour Association Travel Show-she explains what she expects---and good news the zoo butterfly house coming together—and you can bet it WILL BE GOOD for SIOUX FALLS.
      Kip Rounds—SD Game Fish and Parks—updates the hunting seasons. The West River Deer Season opens Saturday and the East River Deer Season opens on the 23rd. Pheasant hunting reports share strong success and really should only continue to improve as the weather gets colder next week and we get some snow on the ground. 
      Each year Mike Costanzo tells us about the indoor show season for hunters. This weekend’s Dakota Territory Gun Show is the seasonal opportunity to buy, sell, or trade guns and gear for any other shooting sports. Shotguns, rifles, hand guns, ammo, and gear will be available on over 300 vendor tables. As a non-profit organization the Dakota Territory also contributes a portion of the proceeds from the show to youth hunting programs. The show is Saturday and Sunday—it is at the WH Lyons Fairgrounds---9-5 Saturday and 9-3 Sunday—admission is $10.
    John Gaskins and Jim Ohlander do a little sports sorting for us. State Football playoffs continue today and tomorrow at USD Campus----the Dakota Dome played last night—tonight and Saturday.     Augustana-USF game was one of the ages---meanwhile—SDSU beat up UND last week—the Coyotes head to Grand Forks this week----     The Vikings are 7-2—if they lose Sunday night—it won’t be a good weekend.      Jimmy Ohlander his notes are a big deal too: Stampede have won two straight games Home and home series with Omaha beginning tonight (Friday) Saturday is Military Appreciation Night, Jim fill us in on all that you have going on for this special night Since we won’t be back on until after December we can also touch on our next home series after this weekend that will be Thanksgiving weekend and include a special Black Friday game with a 3:05 PM face-off.      We close the show with Diana Patterson—Sanford Career Opportunities---    Our It’s Your Business Show—provides information from businesses and organizations that keep us informed and entertained---    Listen live to the show at 1320-105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa---    Norm Anderson will post the show on the website---use these notes as a guide to what is in the show and where to find them.    Questions for me feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

 November 15, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-November 13, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business
   Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show was geographically all over the place in our show today.
   Congressman Dusty Johnson (who does want to be Governor of South Dakota) launched the show for us on the Story behind Kristi Noem---becoming Border Czar—and little did we know at the time that when Dusty said that John Thune would become Senate Majority Leader. Most had Thune not being able to get thru the big guns who wanted someone else.
    Dusty gave us the scoop—and we didn’t even believe it would happen. It did. Quite the day for South Dakota. And our It’s YOUR Business and Agri Business Show.
    Casey Crabtree---shared with us what happens next in Pierre. He is saying that it looks like it will be 2nd week in February before Lt Governor Rhoden will become Governor. Certainly has made for an interesting day for South Dakota. 
    We appreciate our lawmakers in Pierre and DC working with us for the show---and providing information that is once in a life-time timely like today—November 13th.
    While we were talking in Pierre and in Washington DC, and Kansas City----we also had the chance to share a few more stories.
    Ron Lamberty joined us as he often does---on the road between Sioux Falls and Kansas City where we have both attended the National Farm Broadcasters Convention. Lamberty was able to set the stage on what needs done—what he expects will be done and the kind of questions his team will be answering thru Friday. We’ll follow-up on Friday----as to what the questions actually were.
    Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank talked about what they do as planners. Could be for agriculture---could be for business---could be for young married couples or those that are past their Silver—approaching or having reached their Golden Wedding Anniversary.
    They started the Bank in Hoven South Dakota---almost 80 or is 90 or approaching 100 years? WE get to visit with them on the ag, the business and personal business side.
     Sarah Heinrich---has the Growing Harvest Network----she is part of the Media Mafia—we work with at Midwest Communications. She provides interesting farm fare----and our audience appreciates it—even though they are a sister station in North not South Dakota.
     Matt Swenson---had the morning Farm Prices—Swenson Commodities—it’s always a nice stop around 10:30—with grain, meat, energy and yes the Big Board on Wall Street.
     SBA’s virtually new State Director Bryson Patterson on a busy day for the Ag Show—brought along Stacy Kooistra and Nick Blumer to talk about National Veterans Small Business Week. With all the breaking news from DC, Kansas City, and Pierre---they gave us a look at the events they will have tomorrow. We were curious the kind of questions they would be asked at their Thursday Event –and invited them back to talk to us Friday---on the kind of questions they got—and kind of answers they gave.
      With it being Wednesday---we talked with Jordan Anderson—Head of Group Sales with Avera Health Plans. Open enrollment is the short window of time for you to enroll in, renew or change your health insurance plan. It started November 1st and is open until January 15th. It has been awhile since Avera talked to us about the Open Enrollment window—but we were able to ask some of the very important questions we asked years ago. 
      In essence they want your to understand your coverage-what it covers and doesn’t cover. Understand your health and what your risk is for future conditions. 
      Fitness is a part of the benefits or partnerships ---we talked about the new medications and the My Weigh Forward Program. 
      Back in Kansas City—we visited with Garner Hatch—Executive Director of the National Association of Farm Broadcasters as well as Michael Clements—Chief Ops Officer. 
      We’ll talk more with those in Kansas City at the Farm Show in the 10:00 Friday Ag Show. Plus we are interviewing a number of other guests that we will feature in the weeks ahead.
      Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show has made trips all over the country to DC, San Francisco, Scottsdale, and events across South Dakota. We appreciated the South Dakota Farmers Union nominating me for the National Farm Broadcaster of the Year. It was nice to get the award—and to show that we do know what is important in Agriculture in our State—and what issues the want us to cover.
      Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO-APP—Streaming on line or just ask ALEXA. Norm Anderson posts the show for listeners who want to catch up or listen again. 
      Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog-November 13, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business    Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show was geographically all over the place in our show today.    Congressman Dusty Johnson (who does want to be Governor of South Dakota) launched the show for us on the Story behind Kristi Noem---becoming Border Czar—and little did we know at the time that when Dusty said that John Thune would become Senate Majority Leader. Most had Thune not being able to get thru the big guns who wanted someone else.     Dusty gave us the scoop—and we didn’t even believe it would happen. It did. Quite the day for South Dakota. And our It’s YOUR Business and Agri Business Show.     Casey Crabtree---shared with us what happens next in Pierre. He is saying that it looks like it will be 2nd week in February before Lt Governor Rhoden will become Governor. Certainly has made for an interesting day for South Dakota.      We appreciate our lawmakers in Pierre and DC working with us for the show---and providing information that is once in a life-time timely like today—November 13th.     While we were talking in Pierre and in Washington DC, and Kansas City----we also had the chance to share a few more stories.     Ron Lamberty joined us as he often does---on the road between Sioux Falls and Kansas City where we have both attended the National Farm Broadcasters Convention. Lamberty was able to set the stage on what needs done—what he expects will be done and the kind of questions his team will be answering thru Friday. We’ll follow-up on Friday----as to what the questions actually were.     Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank talked about what they do as planners. Could be for agriculture---could be for business---could be for young married couples or those that are past their Silver—approaching or having reached their Golden Wedding Anniversary.     They started the Bank in Hoven South Dakota---almost 80 or is 90 or approaching 100 years? WE get to visit with them on the ag, the business and personal business side.      Sarah Heinrich---has the Growing Harvest Network----she is part of the Media Mafia—we work with at Midwest Communications. She provides interesting farm fare----and our audience appreciates it—even though they are a sister station in North not South Dakota.      Matt Swenson---had the morning Farm Prices—Swenson Commodities—it’s always a nice stop around 10:30—with grain, meat, energy and yes the Big Board on Wall Street.      SBA’s virtually new State Director Bryson Patterson on a busy day for the Ag Show—brought along Stacy Kooistra and Nick Blumer to talk about National Veterans Small Business Week. With all the breaking news from DC, Kansas City, and Pierre---they gave us a look at the events they will have tomorrow. We were curious the kind of questions they would be asked at their Thursday Event –and invited them back to talk to us Friday---on the kind of questions they got—and kind of answers they gave.       With it being Wednesday---we talked with Jordan Anderson—Head of Group Sales with Avera Health Plans. Open enrollment is the short window of time for you to enroll in, renew or change your health insurance plan. It started November 1st and is open until January 15th. It has been awhile since Avera talked to us about the Open Enrollment window—but we were able to ask some of the very important questions we asked years ago.        In essence they want your to understand your coverage-what it covers and doesn’t cover. Understand your health and what your risk is for future conditions.        Fitness is a part of the benefits or partnerships ---we talked about the new medications and the My Weigh Forward Program.        Back in Kansas City—we visited with Garner Hatch—Executive Director of the National Association of Farm Broadcasters as well as Michael Clements—Chief Ops Officer.        We’ll talk more with those in Kansas City at the Farm Show in the 10:00 Friday Ag Show. Plus we are interviewing a number of other guests that we will feature in the weeks ahead.       Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show has made trips all over the country to DC, San Francisco, Scottsdale, and events across South Dakota. We appreciated the South Dakota Farmers Union nominating me for the National Farm Broadcaster of the Year. It was nice to get the award—and to show that we do know what is important in Agriculture in our State—and what issues the want us to cover.       Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO-APP—Streaming on line or just ask ALEXA. Norm Anderson posts the show for listeners who want to catch up or listen again.        Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

November 13, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog---November 13, 2024-9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday
   Perhaps as strange a Working on Wellness Wednesday show that we have ever done.
   But we combined  Veteran’s Day Week----with all that our veterans have given and will continue to give in the days, weeks, years, and decades ahead.
   We combined Mr. Purple Heart—Ken Teunissen---with a friend of mine---Jake Droge---who has been doing short videos Veterans Serving Veterans---HELLO November.
    As part of his short videos on LinkedIN, You Tube, Facebook, Truth Social Instagram and X.  LinkedIn https://linkedin//www.linkedin.com/in/jakedroge/
    If you would like him to tag you and your business please connect.
    Youtube@JakeTheFlagman Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/jake.droge and USA
    Freedom Runners
    Instagramjdroge11 Truth Social https://truthsocial.com/@JDROGE11
    X@jakedroge
    Jake will be  sharing updates regarding the competition between states and military branches
    Example:
    Your business is in California, and your service was in the Marines.
     This will count as a point for California and the Marines. 
     Information Needed email to him@jdroge@hotmail.com or a Linked-in Message

Blog---November 13, 2024-9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday    Perhaps as strange a Working on Wellness Wednesday show that we have ever done.    But we combined  Veteran’s Day Week----with all that our veterans have given and will continue to give in the days, weeks, years, and decades ahead.    We combined Mr. Purple Heart—Ken Teunissen---with a friend of mine---Jake Droge---who has been doing short videos Veterans Serving Veterans---HELLO November.     As part of his short videos on LinkedIN, You Tube, Facebook, Truth Social Instagram and X.  LinkedIn https://linkedin//www.linkedin.com/in/jakedroge/     If you would like him to tag you and your business please connect.     Youtube@JakeTheFlagman Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/jake.droge and USA     Freedom Runners     Instagramjdroge11 Truth Social https://truthsocial.com/@JDROGE11     X@jakedroge     Jake will be  sharing updates regarding the competition between states and military branches     Example:     Your business is in California, and your service was in the Marines.      This will count as a point for California and the Marines.       Information Needed email to him@jdroge@hotmail.com or a Linked-in Message

November 13, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business - Working on Wellness Wednesday

Blog--November 12, 2024—10-11—South Dakota Farmers Union—Show 46-52
   I’m Bill Zortman and welcome to our MONTHLY South Dakota Farmers Union Show.

   Once a month we partner with Farmers Union and with the help of their leaders---those they work with—including farm and yes ranch families from around South Dakota we get the idea of what they doing and when. And yes—how those in Agriculture can be a part of the important work that they do.

   Joining me in the studio this morning is a long-time friend Wayne Soren----and Rocky Forman----man we labeled much like I was at one time in the Texas Panhandle---The Man in Motion.

   Lots to talk about including the 7 amendments proposed in South Dakota---and promptly defeated. We’ll talk about what that means to start—we’ll talk with Rob Larew—President of Farmers Union---Gerri Eide who came back with some gold from the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis---and yes some of those that won---and we’ll even visit with Herd Builder Award Winners.

   Wayne Soren in Studio and Rocky Forman

 Mitch Richter/ 605-360-1370

Agricultural Lobbyist

Update on Election

Amendment E – Updating gender references
Amendment F – Medicaid work requirements
Amendment G – Abortion rights
Amendment H - Open primaries
Initiated Measure 28 – Prohibiting taxes on Human consumption items
Initiated Measure 29 – Recreational marijuana
Referred law 21 – Pipeline regulations

   When we come back---we’ll visit with National Farmers Union President Rob Larew---and the question—with all the election juggling----will we get a Farm Bill passed-----

10:16/00—SDFU/It’s YOUR Biz Commercials
10:18/00---Farmers Union November –seg 2
  It was a week ago---that voters nationwide went to the polls—to select offices from the White House---to House and Senate Races across the country.
  One of the questions that was out there---will we ever get a FARM BILL Passed---I would guess that Farmers Union President Rob Larew---by the time he finishes this week talking with Farm Broadcasters in Kansas City---and others in agriculture he might have a better feel---on a Farm Bill passage in 2025---

Rob Larew
Wayne Soren
Rocky & Bill---------

What else needs done when the White House Changes the Guard in January----
Farm Broadcasters meeting this week in Kansas City---your thoughts on what might be discussed there and how Farm Broadcasters can help not only this week but on important ag projects----

Still to come Gerri Eide---FFA Convention in Indianapolis produced some winners for South Dakota----we’ll meet EWE and Heifer Winners---Herd Builder Award Winners----
 ----------

  All part of the November South Dakota Farmers Union Show----

10:29/00----SDFU/Biz Commercials
10:30/30----fox biz news
10:32/30----Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest Network---

10:33/50----Farmers Union 3
   Welcome back to the South Dakota Farmers Union Show---in the studio today—Wayne Soren---long time letter South Dakota Farmers Union----Rocky Forman---Mr. Safety---Mr. Man in Motion-----for SD Farmers Union-----

   Rocky as we start this half of the show----we know that Geri Eide—FFA of South Dakota had a spectacular trip for her charges to Indianapolis for the National FFA Convention------

   As we both know---Geri has been a constant for all of us ----and its never surprising that she leads our team to outstanding results in national events---(605-765-4865)

------------geri-----------
How many went-----what was accomplished---

We do have a chance to listen to some of the winners from South Dakota----in Indianapolis ----

((taped segment Evelyn Bunker----Ewe Winner))))605-682-8768

Geri-Rocky-Bill------------
((taped segment Oakleigh Elwood—heifer winner))))605-360-2713

    When we come back we’ll talk about the Herd Builder Award Winners---

Amanda Goens—605-830-8054---
Jared Goens-------605-360-2713----

We’ll talk about the Farm Family event Tri-State—January 10-11 in Fargo after a break

10:46/00—KELO Commercials-SDFU
10:48/30---Farmers Union 4
Dates---for events in 2025----
Wayne Soren----Rocky Forman------Mitch Richter----
What’s ahead---on the Farm-----and thru the Holidays----
How someone joins SDFU-----

--------Laura Edwards---South Dakota Farmers Union-------or possibly Iowa State Climatologist---Justin Glisin-----or----Wayne Soren---Rocky and Bill will close out the show---

South Dakota Farmers Union---from DC to Kansas City with the Farm Broadcasters---across South Dakota-----

Our time is up—thank you for yours

Blog--November 12, 2024—10-11—South Dakota Farmers Union—Show 46-52    I’m Bill Zortman and welcome to our MONTHLY South Dakota Farmers Union Show.
   Once a month we partner with Farmers Union and with the help of their leaders---those they work with—including farm and yes ranch families from around South Dakota we get the idea of what they doing and when. And yes—how those in Agriculture can be a part of the important work that they do.
   Joining me in the studio this morning is a long-time friend Wayne Soren----and Rocky Forman----man we labeled much like I was at one time in the Texas Panhandle---The Man in Motion.
   Lots to talk about including the 7 amendments proposed in South Dakota---and promptly defeated. We’ll talk about what that means to start—we’ll talk with Rob Larew—President of Farmers Union---Gerri Eide who came back with some gold from the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis---and yes some of those that won---and we’ll even visit with Herd Builder Award Winners.
   Wayne Soren in Studio and Rocky Forman
 Mitch Richter/ 605-360-1370
Agricultural Lobbyist
Update on Election
Amendment E – Updating gender references Amendment F – Medicaid work requirements Amendment G – Abortion rights Amendment H - Open primaries Initiated Measure 28 – Prohibiting taxes on Human consumption items Initiated Measure 29 – Recreational marijuana Referred law 21 – Pipeline regulations
   When we come back---we’ll visit with National Farmers Union President Rob Larew---and the question—with all the election juggling----will we get a Farm Bill passed-----
10:16/00—SDFU/It’s YOUR Biz Commercials 10:18/00---Farmers Union November –seg 2   It was a week ago---that voters nationwide went to the polls—to select offices from the White House---to House and Senate Races across the country.   One of the questions that was out there---will we ever get a FARM BILL Passed---I would guess that Farmers Union President Rob Larew---by the time he finishes this week talking with Farm Broadcasters in Kansas City---and others in agriculture he might have a better feel---on a Farm Bill passage in 2025---
Rob Larew Wayne Soren Rocky &amp; Bill---------
What else needs done when the White House Changes the Guard in January---- Farm Broadcasters meeting this week in Kansas City---your thoughts on what might be discussed there and how Farm Broadcasters can help not only this week but on important ag projects----
Still to come Gerri Eide---FFA Convention in Indianapolis produced some winners for South Dakota----we’ll meet EWE and Heifer Winners---Herd Builder Award Winners----  ----------
  All part of the November South Dakota Farmers Union Show----
10:29/00----SDFU/Biz Commercials 10:30/30----fox biz news 10:32/30----Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest Network---
10:33/50----Farmers Union 3    Welcome back to the South Dakota Farmers Union Show---in the studio today—Wayne Soren---long time letter South Dakota Farmers Union----Rocky Forman---Mr. Safety---Mr. Man in Motion-----for SD Farmers Union-----
   Rocky as we start this half of the show----we know that Geri Eide—FFA of South Dakota had a spectacular trip for her charges to Indianapolis for the National FFA Convention------
   As we both know---Geri has been a constant for all of us ----and its never surprising that she leads our team to outstanding results in national events---(605-765-4865)
------------geri----------- How many went-----what was accomplished---
We do have a chance to listen to some of the winners from South Dakota----in Indianapolis ----
((taped segment Evelyn Bunker----Ewe Winner))))605-682-8768
Geri-Rocky-Bill------------ ((taped segment Oakleigh Elwood—heifer winner))))605-360-2713
    When we come back we’ll talk about the Herd Builder Award Winners---
Amanda Goens—605-830-8054--- Jared Goens-------605-360-2713----
We’ll talk about the Farm Family event Tri-State—January 10-11 in Fargo after a break
10:46/00—KELO Commercials-SDFU 10:48/30---Farmers Union 4 Dates---for events in 2025---- Wayne Soren----Rocky Forman------Mitch Richter---- What’s ahead---on the Farm-----and thru the Holidays---- How someone joins SDFU-----
--------Laura Edwards---South Dakota Farmers Union-------or possibly Iowa State Climatologist---Justin Glisin-----or----Wayne Soren---Rocky and Bill will close out the show---
South Dakota Farmers Union---from DC to Kansas City with the Farm Broadcasters---across South Dakota-----
Our time is up—thank you for yours

 November 12, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with SD Farmers Union

Blog—November 12, 2024—9-10—Tax Talk Tim Ness
  Lots to talk about with Tim Ness—Ness Tax and Bookkeeping—and yes we did get some call in’s for the show---that features the Tax Service voted Sioux Falls Best 19 years in a row.
  The Former IRS Agent----has become a hit with people in this area. He knows how to treat people---help them whether it be Federal Income Tax---State Tax needs in 40+States----or even helping with tax and bookkeeping service.
   Among the discussion points:
IRS warning that there are still scams targeting seniors—
IRS is actually warning people about scams that are targeting seniors----
IRS is actually paying people to share information about scams
Some of our listeners are wondering after getting married during the summer months or even early fall—are their some tax tips for the newly married or maybe even soon to be married but before January 1st.
IRS struggles with plans to hold off on audition those making UNDER $400,000.
    Ness Tax provides help for those doing taxes in other states----something that seems interesting with each state having their own way of doing business.
    One of the discussions this time of year---is for when the hours change for Ness Tax and Bookkeeping. Obviously it’s around the 1st of the year-----and it provides more people to work with the public---and those that can give help to get them done before April 15th.
    Ness Tax can give you the latest tax changes—and how it can be different. 
    This is the only one of our It’s YOUR Business shows that take questions from the public. Something we have been doing for a number of years.
    How fortunate we are to have partnered with Ness Tax and Bookkeeping years ago---and we have been part of the 19 Years—the public has voted them Sioux Falls Best.
    Our It’s YOUR Business Show---has done more than 4600 shows----yes business—and yes with the public in mind.
    Norm Anderson posts the Podcast of the show on our KELO-AM Website---while I write the blog—that gives you a general idea what is in the show. Feel free to call or text me at 605-728-BILL (2455) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog—November 12, 2024—9-10—Tax Talk Tim Ness   Lots to talk about with Tim Ness—Ness Tax and Bookkeeping—and yes we did get some call in’s for the show---that features the Tax Service voted Sioux Falls Best 19 years in a row.   The Former IRS Agent----has become a hit with people in this area. He knows how to treat people---help them whether it be Federal Income Tax---State Tax needs in 40+States----or even helping with tax and bookkeeping service.    Among the discussion points: IRS warning that there are still scams targeting seniors— IRS is actually warning people about scams that are targeting seniors---- IRS is actually paying people to share information about scams Some of our listeners are wondering after getting married during the summer months or even early fall—are their some tax tips for the newly married or maybe even soon to be married but before January 1st. IRS struggles with plans to hold off on audition those making UNDER $400,000.     Ness Tax provides help for those doing taxes in other states----something that seems interesting with each state having their own way of doing business.     One of the discussions this time of year---is for when the hours change for Ness Tax and Bookkeeping. Obviously it’s around the 1st of the year-----and it provides more people to work with the public---and those that can give help to get them done before April 15th.     Ness Tax can give you the latest tax changes—and how it can be different.      This is the only one of our It’s YOUR Business shows that take questions from the public. Something we have been doing for a number of years.     How fortunate we are to have partnered with Ness Tax and Bookkeeping years ago---and we have been part of the 19 Years—the public has voted them Sioux Falls Best.     Our It’s YOUR Business Show---has done more than 4600 shows----yes business—and yes with the public in mind.     Norm Anderson posts the Podcast of the show on our KELO-AM Website---while I write the blog—that gives you a general idea what is in the show. Feel free to call or text me at 605-728-BILL (2455) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

November 12, 2024 9AM - Tax Talk with Tim Ness

Blog---November 11, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business
   A special –It’s YOUR Agri Business Show----that featured---Mr. Agriculture—Darren Hefty---AG=PHD and Andrea Bjornsted—SDSU—Associate Special Mental Health Professor. 
   We had been talking about having Mr. Hefty and the SDSU Mental Health Professor talk about the mental stress—and suicides in Agriculture.
   Both were in the Agri Business Studio----and the discussion was frank---and we all believe will be helpful to those who have the opportunity to listen.
   We know from our discussions that “mental stress” is taking its toll---but the questions what do we do to avoid it with all the challenges in agriculture? 
   I know that each time I visit with Minnesota Ag Commissioner Thom Peterson---we talk about stress in our very last question. The concern that we all have is what we can do about it. Talking about it---showing our concern for the families----does help---and it certainly didn’t hurt today to talk Darren and Andrea—sharing what they see---what they hear---and how our awareness to the problem---and frank discussion can hopefully be a help.
   Hopefully there can be less stigma---and by having these two professionals adding there focus to the situation has to help.
   We have the intent of having more discussions-----and perhaps even adding others to our talks. We will open our doors—in an attempt to help.
   Jerry Schmitz—SD Soybeans talked to us about the crops---the harvest---the hopes for a Farm Bill Sighting ----and making things even better in 2025. In South Dakota—with a Republican President in the White House---the two Senators and the lone Congressman all being Republican----in the Legislature---both houses remain Republican---the Governor remains the Republican-----there is really NO EXCUSE for all not being on the same page. We as media—should remind our leadership of that---and ask that they come up with plan that can get the Farm Legislation that has long been sought---but not achieved.
    Brent Baloun ----Plains Commerce Bank –on this Veterans Holiday--- was at his post---we talked about the PLANNING today, tomorrow and beyond---and the hopes that it not only includes agriculture---business----young and old alike----as we get ready to hit the 2025 clock. 
    From KFGO in Fargo—Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network notes----yes they are our sister station---and Sarah does a nice job of adding to our farm facts we share in THE FALLS.
    Matt Swenson---even though it was a Veterans’ Holiday---gave us a look at the morning farm prices-----and trends he sees.
    Bryson Patterson---SBA of South Dakota---- the discussion National Veterans Small Business Week----Bryson is right on the mark-----we were able to discuss opportunities and when Bryson says he’s going to take care of business---he has virtually always done it. We are happy to add our energy to what he sees as important.
     And yes of course---on National Veteran’s Day.
    Rock Nelson---on Monday’s does the Rock Report---generally after 10:40----today it was with Matt Zolnowsky—President, Owner and Founder of Zinvent Industries in Rapid City. 
    His company started in 2017---after being a seasonal side gig for 12 years. They manufacture fish friendly water pump intake screens when irrigators or firefighters pump water out lakes and streams that host endangered species like salmon in the West Coast Rivers. 
    90% of the products from Rapid City are shipped to California, Oregon and Washington.
    Their flagship product was jointly developed with the US Forest Service. The partnership essentially gave him a contract to make 10,000 units 2 years ago. The hope is to make other sizes for the Forest Service soon and tap into other water pumping markets as well.
     We closed the show on  this Veteran’s Day with Mr. Purple Heart----Ken Teunissen. As you might gather Ken was push at a couple of locations on this special day----he was suppose to join in the 9:00 show---but a soldier has to take orders to make sure he gets where he is suppose too.
     We were very pleased to talk with him on this special day—and we talked about what else maybe done for our Veterans in years ahead.
     Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show---added being a Veterans Show on this moment-us day. 
      Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexus. Norm Anderson posts the show at Podcast----and you get to see my notes of what was in the show---and why it was important.
      Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog---November 11, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business    A special –It’s YOUR Agri Business Show----that featured---Mr. Agriculture—Darren Hefty---AG=PHD and Andrea Bjornsted—SDSU—Associate Special Mental Health Professor.     We had been talking about having Mr. Hefty and the SDSU Mental Health Professor talk about the mental stress—and suicides in Agriculture.    Both were in the Agri Business Studio----and the discussion was frank---and we all believe will be helpful to those who have the opportunity to listen.    We know from our discussions that “mental stress” is taking its toll---but the questions what do we do to avoid it with all the challenges in agriculture?     I know that each time I visit with Minnesota Ag Commissioner Thom Peterson---we talk about stress in our very last question. The concern that we all have is what we can do about it. Talking about it---showing our concern for the families----does help---and it certainly didn’t hurt today to talk Darren and Andrea—sharing what they see---what they hear---and how our awareness to the problem---and frank discussion can hopefully be a help.    Hopefully there can be less stigma---and by having these two professionals adding there focus to the situation has to help.    We have the intent of having more discussions-----and perhaps even adding others to our talks. We will open our doors—in an attempt to help.    Jerry Schmitz—SD Soybeans talked to us about the crops---the harvest---the hopes for a Farm Bill Sighting ----and making things even better in 2025. In South Dakota—with a Republican President in the White House---the two Senators and the lone Congressman all being Republican----in the Legislature---both houses remain Republican---the Governor remains the Republican-----there is really NO EXCUSE for all not being on the same page. We as media—should remind our leadership of that---and ask that they come up with plan that can get the Farm Legislation that has long been sought---but not achieved.     Brent Baloun ----Plains Commerce Bank –on this Veterans Holiday--- was at his post---we talked about the PLANNING today, tomorrow and beyond---and the hopes that it not only includes agriculture---business----young and old alike----as we get ready to hit the 2025 clock.      From KFGO in Fargo—Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network notes----yes they are our sister station---and Sarah does a nice job of adding to our farm facts we share in THE FALLS.     Matt Swenson---even though it was a Veterans’ Holiday---gave us a look at the morning farm prices-----and trends he sees.     Bryson Patterson---SBA of South Dakota---- the discussion National Veterans Small Business Week----Bryson is right on the mark-----we were able to discuss opportunities and when Bryson says he’s going to take care of business---he has virtually always done it. We are happy to add our energy to what he sees as important.      And yes of course---on National Veteran’s Day.     Rock Nelson---on Monday’s does the Rock Report---generally after 10:40----today it was with Matt Zolnowsky—President, Owner and Founder of Zinvent Industries in Rapid City.      His company started in 2017---after being a seasonal side gig for 12 years. They manufacture fish friendly water pump intake screens when irrigators or firefighters pump water out lakes and streams that host endangered species like salmon in the West Coast Rivers.      90% of the products from Rapid City are shipped to California, Oregon and Washington.     Their flagship product was jointly developed with the US Forest Service. The partnership essentially gave him a contract to make 10,000 units 2 years ago. The hope is to make other sizes for the Forest Service soon and tap into other water pumping markets as well.      We closed the show on  this Veteran’s Day with Mr. Purple Heart----Ken Teunissen. As you might gather Ken was push at a couple of locations on this special day----he was suppose to join in the 9:00 show---but a soldier has to take orders to make sure he gets where he is suppose too.      We were very pleased to talk with him on this special day—and we talked about what else maybe done for our Veterans in years ahead.      Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show---added being a Veterans Show on this moment-us day.        Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexus. Norm Anderson posts the show at Podcast----and you get to see my notes of what was in the show---and why it was important.       Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

November 11, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog---November 11, 2024—9-10—Report Card Show
   It’s our Report Card Show----as we learned from Neil King---Building Permit Chief that they have on the shelf—enough dollars to reach 1 billion dollars in permits for the 4th year in a row.
   Mr. King pre-recorded his information for use in this show---and right behind was Larissa Deedrich—Executive Director SF House Redevelopment Commission. 
   While we were at Tony Bachman---who helped us host the show---and Bender and Company’s Rob Kurtenbach—explained there thoughts on what it means in housing for Sioux Falls Building Permits.
    The Sioux Falls Housing Market in October 2024 showed increased new listings and pending sales, higher median sales prices $335,000 a 9.8% increase. And a slightly decreased months’ supply of homes despite a national decline in existing home sales. 
     Teddi Mueller—Home Builders Association Executive Director—and the 2024 President of the Home Builders Association Joel Ingle weighed in as well.
     As you might gather---the numbers for Sioux Falls is outpacing other parts of the country-----and it’s something we’ll continue to watch in the last read out that will come on December 2, 2024.
      Dave Kelly ---Fareway Mortgage gave us point towards the Presidential Election  last Tuesday-----and the growth this area is showing. 
     The increased activity in Sioux Falls suggests a local market dynamic less sensitive to national economic factors affecting buyer confidence. Possible contributing factors, not explicitly mentioned but suggested by the data could include strong local economic growth, population increases, or unique regional housing demand exceeding supply. 
      Also in the show with their thoughts—Steve Swenson---Handy Man—Todd Boots-Former President of the South Dakota Home Building Association, Jerry Berg Intek and Joe Hansen Extreme Heating and cooling.
      Our It’s YOUR Business show includes the Remodelers Show-which will lead off December on the 2nd and the Report Card Show on December 9th.
      We appreciate our leadership in the home building, the real estate side, and the banking side helping us explain what they see---and perhaps where we are going.
      The other thing we are seeing as well is the interest people have in Sioux Falls and an ever-expanding area. Yes Multi-States.
      Our Report Card and Remodelers Shows do provide information from a variety of sources---including Former President of the South Dakota Home Builders---Todd Boots---Jerry Berg Intek, Joe Hansen—Extreme Heading and Cooling. 
      Names change as President of the Real Estate Association and President of the Home Builders change every year. We like having those groups and others represented in what they see—and what the trends are----
       Our Record Card and Remodelers show are heard 9-10 on l320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. 
        Norm Anderson posts the podcast----for this show—and I provide this Blog as a guide to what is in the show and where to find it. Questions for me—feel free to call-text at 605-728-Bill or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog---November 11, 2024—9-10—Report Card Show    It’s our Report Card Show----as we learned from Neil King---Building Permit Chief that they have on the shelf—enough dollars to reach 1 billion dollars in permits for the 4th year in a row.    Mr. King pre-recorded his information for use in this show---and right behind was Larissa Deedrich—Executive Director SF House Redevelopment Commission.     While we were at Tony Bachman---who helped us host the show---and Bender and Company’s Rob Kurtenbach—explained there thoughts on what it means in housing for Sioux Falls Building Permits.     The Sioux Falls Housing Market in October 2024 showed increased new listings and pending sales, higher median sales prices $335,000 a 9.8% increase. And a slightly decreased months’ supply of homes despite a national decline in existing home sales.       Teddi Mueller—Home Builders Association Executive Director—and the 2024 President of the Home Builders Association Joel Ingle weighed in as well.      As you might gather---the numbers for Sioux Falls is outpacing other parts of the country-----and it’s something we’ll continue to watch in the last read out that will come on December 2, 2024.       Dave Kelly ---Fareway Mortgage gave us point towards the Presidential Election  last Tuesday-----and the growth this area is showing.       The increased activity in Sioux Falls suggests a local market dynamic less sensitive to national economic factors affecting buyer confidence. Possible contributing factors, not explicitly mentioned but suggested by the data could include strong local economic growth, population increases, or unique regional housing demand exceeding supply.        Also in the show with their thoughts—Steve Swenson---Handy Man—Todd Boots-Former President of the South Dakota Home Building Association, Jerry Berg Intek and Joe Hansen Extreme Heating and cooling.       Our It’s YOUR Business show includes the Remodelers Show-which will lead off December on the 2nd and the Report Card Show on December 9th.       We appreciate our leadership in the home building, the real estate side, and the banking side helping us explain what they see---and perhaps where we are going.       The other thing we are seeing as well is the interest people have in Sioux Falls and an ever-expanding area. Yes Multi-States.       Our Report Card and Remodelers Shows do provide information from a variety of sources---including Former President of the South Dakota Home Builders---Todd Boots---Jerry Berg Intek, Joe Hansen—Extreme Heading and Cooling.        Names change as President of the Real Estate Association and President of the Home Builders change every year. We like having those groups and others represented in what they see—and what the trends are----        Our Record Card and Remodelers show are heard 9-10 on l320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa.          Norm Anderson posts the podcast----for this show—and I provide this Blog as a guide to what is in the show and where to find it. Questions for me—feel free to call-text at 605-728-Bill or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

November 11, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business - The Report Card Show

Blog-November 8, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business
  Quite the variety of guests in this 10-11—Agri Business Show….Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig joined us---been an interesting week---the elections----lots of talk about what happens now----and with the Republicans going to control both houses and the White House in January---will we finally get a farm bill passed---Secretary Naig will I’m sure talk about the implications for ag and taxes---trade policy—and yes his trade mission with the Iowa Governor to India.

   Sounds like we might have a thing or two that is doggone important. 

   We have been trying to book this interview for a few weeks—and finally one of my favorite Supt of Schools –Jane Stavem will visit with us. She announced that at the end of the 2024-2025---School Year---she will leave our Sioux Falls District. If I remember my history---she had been in Nebraska---was in the Pacific Northwest---and we have been happy to have her with us here.
   We’ll talk about what the kids are learning---what she liked about our community---and what we should want from the next Supt of Schools.
   Right behind the Supt---is Danita Murray---South Dakota Corn----been awhile since we pulled up at the same table or microphone---what needs done before the next kernels of corn are planted-----what’s it going to take to get a farm bill. That’s just my stuff---what will she want to include?
   Sarah Heinrich---KFGO’s Growing Harvest Network gives he Far-go-outlook in Ag. She is good at what she does---and we appreciate being with her in the same Midwest Communication Information Family.
    Matt Swenson will have the morning Commodities---the grains—the meat—the energy and the big BOARD on WALL street.
    Downtown Sioux Falls has a Hanson to kick around a little bit. But Brandon is a good one—he’s going to share a number of the events---on the doc for this weekend. 
    Among the things we will learn is where to start the shopping---what the Downtown Sioux Falls Ambassadors are know for—(iconic red shirts that have them working hard to transform the district. They are a key part of making downtown welcoming for everyone, ensuring it’s a beautiful and enjoyable place to celebrate the holidays. 
     It’s a very busy night in Downtown. Come on down, grab a parking spot in a ramp and stay all night.
The Veterans Big Band Dance is being help at the El Raid Shrine
Dear Dairy—a night of art, ice cream and nostalgia at “Dear Dairy” in Everist Gallery of the Visual Arts
At the Pavilion—a Motown Christmas features a world-class vocal group—assembled from past and present members of Motown’s most legendary groups. 
Ali Woodson’s Temptations, the Miracles and the Contours. The vocalists are backed up by a 6-piece band.
Saturday in the Belba Theater at the Pavilion is the Michael Jackson Tribute Concert. Plus the experience of America’s #1 Michael Jackson impersonator—Danny Dash Andrews. 
For $15 you’ll find deals at 17 locations offering everything from BOGO to 20% discounts. The Downtown Gift Coupon Book is a wonderful way to shop local WHILE GIVING BANK.
Around 10:44—we’ll talk with Alla—our family link to Ukraine and South Dakota. Getting to be more and more concerns in South Dakota---where the push is still on to get Ukrainians into South Dakota. In a recent forum leaders from all over South Dakota were learning why Ukrainians work so well in this state. Now with a shift of power----will Putin’s pull create serious setbacks for those that want to join the hundreds of others that have come here to work. Alla will have some answers…and yes we’ll help them with one of their events in the next week or so.

     Laura Edwards—South Dakota State Climatologist---joins us we’ll see where we are headed with the weather------she has provided us with insights—and long term looks at what we can expect. We always enjoy having her with us---and other we have the Iowa State Climatologists Justin Glisin talk with us. Sometimes we get to have them together in the same show.

    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on Line or just ask Alexa.
    Norm Anderson posts the podcast---my job is to write a blog that gives you ideas of what is in the show—and where to find the information.
    Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog-November 8, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business   Quite the variety of guests in this 10-11—Agri Business Show….Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig joined us---been an interesting week---the elections----lots of talk about what happens now----and with the Republicans going to control both houses and the White House in January---will we finally get a farm bill passed---Secretary Naig will I’m sure talk about the implications for ag and taxes---trade policy—and yes his trade mission with the Iowa Governor to India.
   Sounds like we might have a thing or two that is doggone important. 
   We have been trying to book this interview for a few weeks—and finally one of my favorite Supt of Schools –Jane Stavem will visit with us. She announced that at the end of the 2024-2025---School Year---she will leave our Sioux Falls District. If I remember my history---she had been in Nebraska---was in the Pacific Northwest---and we have been happy to have her with us here.    We’ll talk about what the kids are learning---what she liked about our community---and what we should want from the next Supt of Schools.    Right behind the Supt---is Danita Murray---South Dakota Corn----been awhile since we pulled up at the same table or microphone---what needs done before the next kernels of corn are planted-----what’s it going to take to get a farm bill. That’s just my stuff---what will she want to include?    Sarah Heinrich---KFGO’s Growing Harvest Network gives he Far-go-outlook in Ag. She is good at what she does---and we appreciate being with her in the same Midwest Communication Information Family.     Matt Swenson will have the morning Commodities---the grains—the meat—the energy and the big BOARD on WALL street.     Downtown Sioux Falls has a Hanson to kick around a little bit. But Brandon is a good one—he’s going to share a number of the events---on the doc for this weekend.      Among the things we will learn is where to start the shopping---what the Downtown Sioux Falls Ambassadors are know for—(iconic red shirts that have them working hard to transform the district. They are a key part of making downtown welcoming for everyone, ensuring it’s a beautiful and enjoyable place to celebrate the holidays.       It’s a very busy night in Downtown. Come on down, grab a parking spot in a ramp and stay all night. The Veterans Big Band Dance is being help at the El Raid Shrine Dear Dairy—a night of art, ice cream and nostalgia at “Dear Dairy” in Everist Gallery of the Visual Arts At the Pavilion—a Motown Christmas features a world-class vocal group—assembled from past and present members of Motown’s most legendary groups.  Ali Woodson’s Temptations, the Miracles and the Contours. The vocalists are backed up by a 6-piece band. Saturday in the Belba Theater at the Pavilion is the Michael Jackson Tribute Concert. Plus the experience of America’s #1 Michael Jackson impersonator—Danny Dash Andrews.  For $15 you’ll find deals at 17 locations offering everything from BOGO to 20% discounts. The Downtown Gift Coupon Book is a wonderful way to shop local WHILE GIVING BANK. Around 10:44—we’ll talk with Alla—our family link to Ukraine and South Dakota. Getting to be more and more concerns in South Dakota---where the push is still on to get Ukrainians into South Dakota. In a recent forum leaders from all over South Dakota were learning why Ukrainians work so well in this state. Now with a shift of power----will Putin’s pull create serious setbacks for those that want to join the hundreds of others that have come here to work. Alla will have some answers…and yes we’ll help them with one of their events in the next week or so.
     Laura Edwards—South Dakota State Climatologist---joins us we’ll see where we are headed with the weather------she has provided us with insights—and long term looks at what we can expect. We always enjoy having her with us---and other we have the Iowa State Climatologists Justin Glisin talk with us. Sometimes we get to have them together in the same show.
    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on Line or just ask Alexa.     Norm Anderson posts the podcast---my job is to write a blog that gives you ideas of what is in the show—and where to find the information.     Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

November 8, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog---November 8, 2024—9-10—It’s YOUR Business
  Our It’s YOUR Business Show---started rocking along this morning---with many of the usual guests-----and in the 10-11 hour---Alla who moved her from Ukraine—will be talking about what happens now in her country—to those that will suddenly be expecting less than friendly treatment with one of President Putin’s best friend set to be back in the White House in January.
   We have been visiting for almost 3 years –every Friday---I went to a statewide conference that South Dakota Businesses put on talking about the need for the Ukrainians to keep coming to South Dakota----but where are we in the future? The interview with Alla will be in the 10:42 slot of the show for November 8th. 
   We start in the 9:00 Hour with Jodi Schwan—Sioux Falls Business among her topic—a Restaurant Roundup—cheap breakfast, Saturday Brunch Return, Thanksgiving Pizzas.
    City’s longtime industrial area sees new expanded uses—will be interesting on being your own solopreneur—and what to know about health insurance---Augustana and it’s 87th Annual Christmas Vespers Concert coming---oh yes—Great Life detailing late season of season golf----and USD Sioux Falls has grown 15% his fall.
     Jessie Schmidt—BBB of South Dakota shares a proclamation for the Mayor---truly making this BUSINESS MONTH.
Leave a Customer Review—because customer experiences do matter to businesses. You could also leave a review on BBB.org or another online review site to share your experience
Refer your family and friends---Maybe your friends are in need of a new restaurant or a dinner reservation—or someone you know is need of a new roof
Connect and engage on social media---you can also tag the business in a post sharing your customer experience
When in doubt---MAKE A PURCHASE. With the holiday season approaching, get creative and do some of your holiday shopping at your favorite local businesses and retailers
Leave a generous tip---and maybe even an extra tip for their employees
Why not participate in special promotions or events---yes get involved—and join in the fun----

     Teri Schmidt—Experience Sioux Falls---I was able to pull her out of some meetings Thursday—and we taped some of her suggestions about where we are—and where we are headed in the future.
      From Game Fish and Parks---David Parker—Director of the Outdoor Campus---gives us some thoughts on a true learning program this morning. If you can’t be outside much—learning a thing or three could be a difference.
      9:32---Dr. Allen Unruh joins us---his guest is Julaine Wittmeier from Marion. She and her husband have been married 60 years---Dr. Unruh will share she is 90% better in about 2 ½ months of care. She continues to improve each day on this program and that is because she does it diligently. She went from 72% nerve loss in the left and 75% nerve loss in the right foot. She has improved to 5% loss on the right foot and 15% on the left. 
    She had neuropathy for the last few years and it affecting her ability to walk. She heard about Dr. Unruh---during a radio interview—in our Bill Zortman Business Show. 
    Dr. Unruh shares the story from there----and we can be thankful her lower back pain is almost gone. For her walking is completely different that it was. Her husband is a retired pharmacist. 
    9:43----we talk a little sports getting ready for the weekend. John Gaskins last week almost missed is flight gate in Atlanta—talking to you and me while in the Atlanta Airport about the playoffs. Not sure where he is this morning—but he’ll tell us what to expect with the High Schoolers---as well as the University and College kids playing for bigger marbles.
    Jimmy Ohlander is on the road—they are in Kearney Nebraska—for two against Tri-City. The Stampede will be back home on Tuesday against the Sioux City—whatever they are called now.
    Diana Patterson---shares opportunities with Sanford---today the key ask for those in respiratory therapy.
    Our It’s YOUR Business Show with this crew of experts and others who rotate in is a big deal on Friday. Something you can listen for—and keep up to-date.
    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-APP—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa.
   Norm Anderson posts the show—my job is to schedule the guest—arrange the topics—and then after the show—write the blog—that lets you in the audience know what’s in the show—and some of the things we shared with our very important audience. Feel free to call/text me at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or e-mail me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog---November 8, 2024—9-10—It’s YOUR Business   Our It’s YOUR Business Show---started rocking along this morning---with many of the usual guests-----and in the 10-11 hour---Alla who moved her from Ukraine—will be talking about what happens now in her country—to those that will suddenly be expecting less than friendly treatment with one of President Putin’s best friend set to be back in the White House in January.    We have been visiting for almost 3 years –every Friday---I went to a statewide conference that South Dakota Businesses put on talking about the need for the Ukrainians to keep coming to South Dakota----but where are we in the future? The interview with Alla will be in the 10:42 slot of the show for November 8th.     We start in the 9:00 Hour with Jodi Schwan—Sioux Falls Business among her topic—a Restaurant Roundup—cheap breakfast, Saturday Brunch Return, Thanksgiving Pizzas.     City’s longtime industrial area sees new expanded uses—will be interesting on being your own solopreneur—and what to know about health insurance---Augustana and it’s 87th Annual Christmas Vespers Concert coming---oh yes—Great Life detailing late season of season golf----and USD Sioux Falls has grown 15% his fall.      Jessie Schmidt—BBB of South Dakota shares a proclamation for the Mayor---truly making this BUSINESS MONTH. Leave a Customer Review—because customer experiences do matter to businesses. You could also leave a review on BBB.org or another online review site to share your experience Refer your family and friends---Maybe your friends are in need of a new restaurant or a dinner reservation—or someone you know is need of a new roof Connect and engage on social media---you can also tag the business in a post sharing your customer experience When in doubt---MAKE A PURCHASE. With the holiday season approaching, get creative and do some of your holiday shopping at your favorite local businesses and retailers Leave a generous tip---and maybe even an extra tip for their employees Why not participate in special promotions or events---yes get involved—and join in the fun----
     Teri Schmidt—Experience Sioux Falls---I was able to pull her out of some meetings Thursday—and we taped some of her suggestions about where we are—and where we are headed in the future.       From Game Fish and Parks---David Parker—Director of the Outdoor Campus---gives us some thoughts on a true learning program this morning. If you can’t be outside much—learning a thing or three could be a difference.       9:32---Dr. Allen Unruh joins us---his guest is Julaine Wittmeier from Marion. She and her husband have been married 60 years---Dr. Unruh will share she is 90% better in about 2 ½ months of care. She continues to improve each day on this program and that is because she does it diligently. She went from 72% nerve loss in the left and 75% nerve loss in the right foot. She has improved to 5% loss on the right foot and 15% on the left.      She had neuropathy for the last few years and it affecting her ability to walk. She heard about Dr. Unruh---during a radio interview—in our Bill Zortman Business Show.      Dr. Unruh shares the story from there----and we can be thankful her lower back pain is almost gone. For her walking is completely different that it was. Her husband is a retired pharmacist.      9:43----we talk a little sports getting ready for the weekend. John Gaskins last week almost missed is flight gate in Atlanta—talking to you and me while in the Atlanta Airport about the playoffs. Not sure where he is this morning—but he’ll tell us what to expect with the High Schoolers---as well as the University and College kids playing for bigger marbles.     Jimmy Ohlander is on the road—they are in Kearney Nebraska—for two against Tri-City. The Stampede will be back home on Tuesday against the Sioux City—whatever they are called now.     Diana Patterson---shares opportunities with Sanford---today the key ask for those in respiratory therapy.     Our It’s YOUR Business Show with this crew of experts and others who rotate in is a big deal on Friday. Something you can listen for—and keep up to-date.     Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-APP—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa.    Norm Anderson posts the show—my job is to schedule the guest—arrange the topics—and then after the show—write the blog—that lets you in the audience know what’s in the show—and some of the things we shared with our very important audience. Feel free to call/text me at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or e-mail me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

 November 8, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog—November 6, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business
  There was lots to talk about in this Agri Business Show—which also included a lot of official information about the November 5, 2024—South Dakota Election.
  We started with Casey Crabtree---my best contact in Pierre—and we talked about the amendments that were before the public---and why only 1 of 7 or was it 8 that actually passed.
  But what about the rest-----
  One passed---Work requirements on any person eligible to receive benefits under the expanded Medicaid program—except for those persons who are physically mental disabled. 
Amendment E—would have changed the text of the State Constitution to the use of generic male pronouns when referring certain officeholders or individuals
Amendment G—Establishing a constitutional right to an abortion and provided the framework for the regulation of abortion. The framework would have over-rid existing laws regulations concerning abortion 
Amendment H---the amendment would have required one primary election with all candidates running against each other in their respective races, including the minority party and unaffiliated candidates—two candidates receiving the most votes would go to the general election
Referred Law 21—Pipeline –the Act authorized counties to impose for any tax year in which the pipeline operates to receive a tax credit of $1 per foot surcharge on carbon dioxide pipelines. Returns from the surcharge would have to be distributed as tax relief to each property owner in the county where the pipeline was installed. The no win leaves the law as is---Chairman of the SD Property Rights and Local Control Alliance said the special law advantaged private for profit carbon dioxide pipeline companies and their foreign investors at the expense of South Dakotans
Measure 28 would have eliminated sales tax on food measure----Human consumption is still not defined by state law—however its common definition includes food and drinks---
Initiated Measure 29—Recreational Marijuana would have allowed individuals 21 or older to possess, grow, ingest and distribute marijuana or paraphernalia---
------------We talked with Minnehaha County Commissioner Dean Karsky—about the results in his county. What we found was that the ballot counting was continuing---Dean and I were actually meeting in the County—in Hartford for a short-time last night----4 priests were in essence holding court----there was no TV in the building----but we were with 100 plus people who weren’t watching TV----but talking about life.
   Today Dean and I talked about what had happened as far as the counting of the votes which had been delayed and was still going on while we were doing our interview. It did create concerns in all of South Dakota—when the biggest county’s returns are not coming in. He suggested it looked like a case “of lack of preparedness” ---I’m sure the story will continue.
    We talked with Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank—about planning what needs done----for clients—young-older—ag—or business. The planning is what it is all about---and hopefully we have been able to help this week.
    Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO Fargo—Barry was in for Matt Swenson—with Swenson Commodities mid-morning numbers for met-grain-energy and yes the big board on Wall Street. 
    Matt Merritt—Paulsen Agency and Roy Nielsen Owner of Dispensaries in Sioux Falls-Yankton/Vermillion---and soon to be North Sioux City---shared that as businessman who had been in Pharmaceuticals and Pet Health---he thought the cannabis regulations were important for so many people. It is designed to share things that need help like anxiety, depression, glaucoma, AIDS, neuropathy and migraines.
     24 states have already approved it and both Harris and Trump support lowering the severity at the federal level for marijuana offenses—they believe the trend is clear. 
     Roy shared that he may not continue in South Dakota—is looking at Minnesota—and for him the vote—and the treatment by state officials has him concerned.
    We closed the hour with Congressman Dusty Johnson----landslide winner—and excited that not only the White House—but the House and Senate are all on the same page and it could be good for the future.
    Our show is available live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-App or streaming on line. Norm Anderson posts the podcast—and I write this blog to give you insights on what is in the show.
    Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com 

Blog—November 6, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business   There was lots to talk about in this Agri Business Show—which also included a lot of official information about the November 5, 2024—South Dakota Election.   We started with Casey Crabtree---my best contact in Pierre—and we talked about the amendments that were before the public---and why only 1 of 7 or was it 8 that actually passed.   But what about the rest-----   One passed---Work requirements on any person eligible to receive benefits under the expanded Medicaid program—except for those persons who are physically mental disabled.  Amendment E—would have changed the text of the State Constitution to the use of generic male pronouns when referring certain officeholders or individuals Amendment G—Establishing a constitutional right to an abortion and provided the framework for the regulation of abortion. The framework would have over-rid existing laws regulations concerning abortion  Amendment H---the amendment would have required one primary election with all candidates running against each other in their respective races, including the minority party and unaffiliated candidates—two candidates receiving the most votes would go to the general election Referred Law 21—Pipeline –the Act authorized counties to impose for any tax year in which the pipeline operates to receive a tax credit of $1 per foot surcharge on carbon dioxide pipelines. Returns from the surcharge would have to be distributed as tax relief to each property owner in the county where the pipeline was installed. The no win leaves the law as is---Chairman of the SD Property Rights and Local Control Alliance said the special law advantaged private for profit carbon dioxide pipeline companies and their foreign investors at the expense of South Dakotans Measure 28 would have eliminated sales tax on food measure----Human consumption is still not defined by state law—however its common definition includes food and drinks--- Initiated Measure 29—Recreational Marijuana would have allowed individuals 21 or older to possess, grow, ingest and distribute marijuana or paraphernalia--- ------------We talked with Minnehaha County Commissioner Dean Karsky—about the results in his county. What we found was that the ballot counting was continuing---Dean and I were actually meeting in the County—in Hartford for a short-time last night----4 priests were in essence holding court----there was no TV in the building----but we were with 100 plus people who weren’t watching TV----but talking about life.    Today Dean and I talked about what had happened as far as the counting of the votes which had been delayed and was still going on while we were doing our interview. It did create concerns in all of South Dakota—when the biggest county’s returns are not coming in. He suggested it looked like a case “of lack of preparedness” ---I’m sure the story will continue.     We talked with Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank—about planning what needs done----for clients—young-older—ag—or business. The planning is what it is all about---and hopefully we have been able to help this week.     Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO Fargo—Barry was in for Matt Swenson—with Swenson Commodities mid-morning numbers for met-grain-energy and yes the big board on Wall Street.      Matt Merritt—Paulsen Agency and Roy Nielsen Owner of Dispensaries in Sioux Falls-Yankton/Vermillion---and soon to be North Sioux City---shared that as businessman who had been in Pharmaceuticals and Pet Health---he thought the cannabis regulations were important for so many people. It is designed to share things that need help like anxiety, depression, glaucoma, AIDS, neuropathy and migraines.      24 states have already approved it and both Harris and Trump support lowering the severity at the federal level for marijuana offenses—they believe the trend is clear.       Roy shared that he may not continue in South Dakota—is looking at Minnesota—and for him the vote—and the treatment by state officials has him concerned.     We closed the hour with Congressman Dusty Johnson----landslide winner—and excited that not only the White House—but the House and Senate are all on the same page and it could be good for the future.     Our show is available live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-App or streaming on line. Norm Anderson posts the podcast—and I write this blog to give you insights on what is in the show.     Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com

November 6, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog---November 6, 2024-9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday
  Day after the General Election Nationwide---and we did some mixing and matching on what was big with the candidates----and medically.
  We started with Sioux Falls Health Director Joe Kippley---we did talk about the Amendment F—which would allow the legislature to implement work requirements as a condition of receiving Medicaid----
   But as we were talking we were hearing that for the first time in many years—that what was called a “lack of preparation” slowed down the counting in the state’s largest----Minnehaha.
   Director Kippley talked about in the first hour---and head of the County Commissioners—Dean Karsky did so in the 2nd hour.
   Mr. Kippley---shared with us Amendment F—which would allow the legislature to implement work requirements as a condition of receiving Medicaid---and it led us into to a discussion of the difference between Medicaid and Medicare (poverty vs age over 65)
   13% of the population is covered by Medicaid (128,000 people) (30% of Sioux Falls Community Health patients. 
   50% of nursing home residents
   2 out of 7 children
   67% of adults on Medicaid are working
   The federal Government pays 53% of the cost of traditional Medicaid and 90% of the Medicaid expansion group. 
    It was an explanation that was part of the start to the Wellness Show

    We talked as well about the ambulance ride along-s that we have talked with in previous months.
     Mary Michaels---joined us from AARP---and we learned that November is Family Caregivers Month. Supporting family caregivers is a priority for AARP throughout the year, but we take time in November to raise awareness of the valuable care they provide. November is Family Caregivers Month, and there are 80,000 family caregivers in SD providing 74 million hours of unpaid care each year. Their efforts are what allow their older parents, spouses, or other loved ones to live independently at home—where they really want to be. A Majority of family caregivers are also trying to balance their own jobs and family responsibilities while caring for a loved one—which creates physical, emotional and financial stress. Chances are if you are not a family caregiver right now, you may be at some point—or you know someone who is—or you may someday need a family caregiver yourself to help you live independently at home. 

    We talked as well about Supporting Veterans and Military Families---which is another priority group for AARP—yes Veterans and Military Families. With November being the month of Veterans Day, it is a great time for us to highlight resources we have available. 
     The do have a special membership offer available to them during the month of November—with the opportunity to enjoy AARP membership for up to 43% off. 
     Then we closed with Mary talking about the Health Benefits of Pumpkin---rich in Vitamin A—essential for strengthening the immune system and fighting infections. 
      It also has Lutein—a powerful antioxidant associated with improved vision and protection against macular degeneration. Pumpkin is a good source of potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure and its fiber content aids in lowering cholesterol contributing to heart health. 
       Our good friend Dr. Joshua Jordee---talked with us about the Autumnal activities that impact the low back and then ways to help support that, but he has had patients come in recently who reminded him as did his banjaxed shoulders, that there’s some upper back, neck and shoulder related activities going on around now too. 
       When it comes to doing things down low and being in flexion, breaks are encouraged every 15 minutes when you are taking down small and medium branches overhead from trees---or working on the leaves or whatever else is on your yards. 
        Dr. Jordee was encouraging us to not over-do-it-----take breaks frequently—let your head look straight and arms hang down----be careful with ladders---and if you feel lightheaded or dizzy—you need to stop right then. 
        Bryson Patterson—SBA of South Dakota yes the CEO—was visiting with Lori Finnesand---from Sisseton about what they doing to help Native Americans----it is a big deal----and in listening to them---they are sharing what they know and opportunities that are available. 

      Our It’s Your Business Show---with the Working on Wellness Wednesday can indeed provide insights on what to do –when to do it---and yes how to do it carefully.
      Our show is available live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App---or streaming on line. Norm Anderson provides the podcast----for the show—and you can use these notes as a guide to what’s in the show and where to find it. Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL (2455) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog---November 6, 2024-9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday   Day after the General Election Nationwide---and we did some mixing and matching on what was big with the candidates----and medically.   We started with Sioux Falls Health Director Joe Kippley---we did talk about the Amendment F—which would allow the legislature to implement work requirements as a condition of receiving Medicaid----    But as we were talking we were hearing that for the first time in many years—that what was called a “lack of preparation” slowed down the counting in the state’s largest----Minnehaha.    Director Kippley talked about in the first hour---and head of the County Commissioners—Dean Karsky did so in the 2nd hour.    Mr. Kippley---shared with us Amendment F—which would allow the legislature to implement work requirements as a condition of receiving Medicaid---and it led us into to a discussion of the difference between Medicaid and Medicare (poverty vs age over 65)    13% of the population is covered by Medicaid (128,000 people) (30% of Sioux Falls Community Health patients.     50% of nursing home residents    2 out of 7 children    67% of adults on Medicaid are working    The federal Government pays 53% of the cost of traditional Medicaid and 90% of the Medicaid expansion group.      It was an explanation that was part of the start to the Wellness Show
    We talked as well about the ambulance ride along-s that we have talked with in previous months.      Mary Michaels---joined us from AARP---and we learned that November is Family Caregivers Month. Supporting family caregivers is a priority for AARP throughout the year, but we take time in November to raise awareness of the valuable care they provide. November is Family Caregivers Month, and there are 80,000 family caregivers in SD providing 74 million hours of unpaid care each year. Their efforts are what allow their older parents, spouses, or other loved ones to live independently at home—where they really want to be. A Majority of family caregivers are also trying to balance their own jobs and family responsibilities while caring for a loved one—which creates physical, emotional and financial stress. Chances are if you are not a family caregiver right now, you may be at some point—or you know someone who is—or you may someday need a family caregiver yourself to help you live independently at home. 
    We talked as well about Supporting Veterans and Military Families---which is another priority group for AARP—yes Veterans and Military Families. With November being the month of Veterans Day, it is a great time for us to highlight resources we have available.       The do have a special membership offer available to them during the month of November—with the opportunity to enjoy AARP membership for up to 43% off.       Then we closed with Mary talking about the Health Benefits of Pumpkin---rich in Vitamin A—essential for strengthening the immune system and fighting infections.        It also has Lutein—a powerful antioxidant associated with improved vision and protection against macular degeneration. Pumpkin is a good source of potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure and its fiber content aids in lowering cholesterol contributing to heart health.         Our good friend Dr. Joshua Jordee---talked with us about the Autumnal activities that impact the low back and then ways to help support that, but he has had patients come in recently who reminded him as did his banjaxed shoulders, that there’s some upper back, neck and shoulder related activities going on around now too.         When it comes to doing things down low and being in flexion, breaks are encouraged every 15 minutes when you are taking down small and medium branches overhead from trees---or working on the leaves or whatever else is on your yards.          Dr. Jordee was encouraging us to not over-do-it-----take breaks frequently—let your head look straight and arms hang down----be careful with ladders---and if you feel lightheaded or dizzy—you need to stop right then.          Bryson Patterson—SBA of South Dakota yes the CEO—was visiting with Lori Finnesand---from Sisseton about what they doing to help Native Americans----it is a big deal----and in listening to them---they are sharing what they know and opportunities that are available. 
      Our It’s Your Business Show---with the Working on Wellness Wednesday can indeed provide insights on what to do –when to do it---and yes how to do it carefully.       Our show is available live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App---or streaming on line. Norm Anderson provides the podcast----for the show—and you can use these notes as a guide to what’s in the show and where to find it. Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL (2455) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

November 6, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business - Working on Wellness Wednesday

Blog-November 5, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business
   On this election day---we took advantage of the available topics---questions before the public----and combined two hours encouraging people to vote before the polls close on Tuesday night.
   Casey Crabtree –important voice in Pierre was with us----probably from his Madison hometown---right after he voted—and before I was to vote.
   We did talk about the amendments which were a part of the first hour ---and what he sees looking ahead. He did share some of the questions constituents had been asking and he clarified some of the questions I posed about the amendments. 
   Nikki Gronli---State Director of the Rural Development USDA was with us---along with the gentleman (Michael Frey) that keeps the info train rolling to people like me. We talked about the 11 projects for child care they have been working on around South Dakota. Yes there are some matching funds available----and in South Dakota flexible buildings that are new or could be converted are a  big deal. We asked her to keep us informed as to what they are doing and where.
    Sarah Heinrich---KFGO Fargo—had the Growing Harvest Network---and Matt Swenson the mid-morning Swenson Commodities. 
     Behind them---quite the pair---Walt Bones—Former SD Ag Secretary---and longtime Parker Friend----and Brent Hoffman---Hartford Lawmaker. They talked about the RL-21 issue. Yes there are dollars involved-----and the two of them those friends don’t see eye-to-eye on the Pipeline Project. My job was to keep them apart from Hartford to Idaho as it turned out---but they discussed the merits and de-merits to some and why it is important in South Dakota.
     The two of them discussed that at a Hartford Forum late in October. The Pipeline issue will be discussed over and over again—and I felt special being able to have them on the air talking with us—the day of the November 2024 election.
      More to come on this… 
      Bryson Patterson---SBA talked with us about the panel of veterans he’ll be hosting next week. It gave us a chance to thank the Veterans for their service—and promise to keep a close eye on it—and put our stories out next week as well.
      John Ball—Mr. Tree was one of those that Norm Anderson called for me this morning---thinking we are in November---and who knows what was to come. Mr. Ball asked Norm---how does Bill always know when we are about to cut down the Christmas Tree and get it on the air. I’d like to say I’m smart—but approaching nearly 10,000 TV newscasts and radio shows---you just start feeling the next best thing might be a story. Today it was---and the tree was cut down at Mobridge and will be in the State Capital on election day.
       We talked about the dry trees he warned us about---and how they pick the tree for the State Capital. As I kind of remembered the trees are nominated---and even though Mr. Tree doesn’t select the tree---he sees to it –it gets cut down properly and sent on his way from Mobridge to Pierre. Who better than see to the state Christmas tree getting a send-off from Mobridge to Pierre and John Ball.
        The show closed with Iowa State Climatologist Justin Glisin. Laura Edwards the South Dakota State Climatologist helps as well during the week---and between the two of them---we have a smart crew that keeps us posted---and well informed.
         Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show (like the Business Show) is available live at 1320-105.1, 107.9, or on-line. Norm Anderson sees to it the show is available as a podcast. 
         My job is also do the show as a Blog—giving you the notes to outline what is in the show and where. 
         Questions for me---feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL (2455) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog-November 5, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business    On this election day---we took advantage of the available topics---questions before the public----and combined two hours encouraging people to vote before the polls close on Tuesday night.    Casey Crabtree –important voice in Pierre was with us----probably from his Madison hometown---right after he voted—and before I was to vote.    We did talk about the amendments which were a part of the first hour ---and what he sees looking ahead. He did share some of the questions constituents had been asking and he clarified some of the questions I posed about the amendments.     Nikki Gronli---State Director of the Rural Development USDA was with us---along with the gentleman (Michael Frey) that keeps the info train rolling to people like me. We talked about the 11 projects for child care they have been working on around South Dakota. Yes there are some matching funds available----and in South Dakota flexible buildings that are new or could be converted are a  big deal. We asked her to keep us informed as to what they are doing and where.     Sarah Heinrich---KFGO Fargo—had the Growing Harvest Network---and Matt Swenson the mid-morning Swenson Commodities.       Behind them---quite the pair---Walt Bones—Former SD Ag Secretary---and longtime Parker Friend----and Brent Hoffman---Hartford Lawmaker. They talked about the RL-21 issue. Yes there are dollars involved-----and the two of them those friends don’t see eye-to-eye on the Pipeline Project. My job was to keep them apart from Hartford to Idaho as it turned out---but they discussed the merits and de-merits to some and why it is important in South Dakota.      The two of them discussed that at a Hartford Forum late in October. The Pipeline issue will be discussed over and over again—and I felt special being able to have them on the air talking with us—the day of the November 2024 election.       More to come on this…        Bryson Patterson---SBA talked with us about the panel of veterans he’ll be hosting next week. It gave us a chance to thank the Veterans for their service—and promise to keep a close eye on it—and put our stories out next week as well.       John Ball—Mr. Tree was one of those that Norm Anderson called for me this morning---thinking we are in November---and who knows what was to come. Mr. Ball asked Norm---how does Bill always know when we are about to cut down the Christmas Tree and get it on the air. I’d like to say I’m smart—but approaching nearly 10,000 TV newscasts and radio shows---you just start feeling the next best thing might be a story. Today it was---and the tree was cut down at Mobridge and will be in the State Capital on election day.        We talked about the dry trees he warned us about---and how they pick the tree for the State Capital. As I kind of remembered the trees are nominated---and even though Mr. Tree doesn’t select the tree---he sees to it –it gets cut down properly and sent on his way from Mobridge to Pierre. Who better than see to the state Christmas tree getting a send-off from Mobridge to Pierre and John Ball.         The show closed with Iowa State Climatologist Justin Glisin. Laura Edwards the South Dakota State Climatologist helps as well during the week---and between the two of them---we have a smart crew that keeps us posted---and well informed.          Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show (like the Business Show) is available live at 1320-105.1, 107.9, or on-line. Norm Anderson sees to it the show is available as a podcast.           My job is also do the show as a Blog—giving you the notes to outline what is in the show and where.           Questions for me---feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL (2455) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

November 5, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog--November 5, 2024—9-10—It’s YOUR Business
  Yes we did involve Election Day 2024----but we included some other interesting businesses segments in this hour.
   Gary Popkes Sr VP Trust Officer at Plains Commerce Bank—and Cameo Anders talked to us about the needs we have coming around the bend for 2024.
   The Roth IRA Conversions
    Required Minimum Distributions for Traditional IRA’s/Retirement Plans
    Tax Planning
Capital Gains
Tax Loss Harvesting
Estate Planning
Having that family conversation over/after Thanksgiving Dinner

     All topics that we discussed---and looked at with just 8 weeks left in 2024.
     The discussion that we had could help any family as they enjoy a family gathering or look to a future family need. 
      Mr. Popkes has done a few of those with the Zortman’s—once or twice a year---and know that you don’t wanting anything sneaking up on you. 
     The Minimum Distributions for Traditional IRA’s/Retirement Plans are going out right now. If you don’t know what it means----better call Gary/Cameo---or your Bank partner and get started. Health is always a key---age jumps up on us---and you need to make sure you are taking care of your family business/today/tomorrow/and from the great beyond. You’ll want to listen to this one.

     Tyler Tordesen—is a young man I’m proud to know. He visits our show periodically but we like to show how what Tyler has done with small communities helps all of us in Sioux Falls and surrounding locations to work together. Even Sioux Falls jumps in----and we are proud to hold this up as quite the model—the Sioux Metro Growth Alliance. It’s a role model----and we will continue to share what they are doing---and perhaps what others can do across South Dakota---in neighboring Iowa and Minnesota. Having grown up in a small town of 3,000 in Iowa---I can appreciate it when communities do work together---share events---and business needs as well.

    Coming up on December 10th---the Growth Summit will share the history, current conditions and future needs in regard to water access and its critical important to future development. We’ll keep a close eye on this one—and other projects that are out there.
     With it being election day---we continued our efforts to help voters to understand the 7 or is it 8 or 9 amendment issues that are on the South Dakota Election Ballot.
     Today with Ryan Budmeier---Lawrence and Schiller---we did just that---
      We pulled out the Amendments---E-F-G-H—Referred Law 21---Initiated Measure 28 and 29. 
       There are written words on line that gives you some understands on what the vote is all about. Obviously those in Pierre think that all they are doing is right on track—and many times it is. The issue becomes---changes---why SD does it this way and a dozen states we have lived in----are and continue to happy with what they are doing.

    But for me—it was a chance to study—a chance to talk with an Agency Ace—who was set to explain—and encourage people before they went to the polls to study and figure out what you like and don’t like. 

    Our It’s YOUR Business Show is designed to share information---let you the listener decide too----and do our job as broadcasters---so you don’t just go to the polls and not mark as many as 10 issues---or mark them without studying.
    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. 
    Norm Anderson will post the podcast and this blog to share what was in the show----questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog--November 5, 2024—9-10—It’s YOUR Business   Yes we did involve Election Day 2024----but we included some other interesting businesses segments in this hour.    Gary Popkes Sr VP Trust Officer at Plains Commerce Bank—and Cameo Anders talked to us about the needs we have coming around the bend for 2024.    The Roth IRA Conversions     Required Minimum Distributions for Traditional IRA’s/Retirement Plans     Tax Planning Capital Gains Tax Loss Harvesting Estate Planning Having that family conversation over/after Thanksgiving Dinner
     All topics that we discussed---and looked at with just 8 weeks left in 2024.      The discussion that we had could help any family as they enjoy a family gathering or look to a future family need.        Mr. Popkes has done a few of those with the Zortman’s—once or twice a year---and know that you don’t wanting anything sneaking up on you.       The Minimum Distributions for Traditional IRA’s/Retirement Plans are going out right now. If you don’t know what it means----better call Gary/Cameo---or your Bank partner and get started. Health is always a key---age jumps up on us---and you need to make sure you are taking care of your family business/today/tomorrow/and from the great beyond. You’ll want to listen to this one.
     Tyler Tordesen—is a young man I’m proud to know. He visits our show periodically but we like to show how what Tyler has done with small communities helps all of us in Sioux Falls and surrounding locations to work together. Even Sioux Falls jumps in----and we are proud to hold this up as quite the model—the Sioux Metro Growth Alliance. It’s a role model----and we will continue to share what they are doing---and perhaps what others can do across South Dakota---in neighboring Iowa and Minnesota. Having grown up in a small town of 3,000 in Iowa---I can appreciate it when communities do work together---share events---and business needs as well.
    Coming up on December 10th---the Growth Summit will share the history, current conditions and future needs in regard to water access and its critical important to future development. We’ll keep a close eye on this one—and other projects that are out there.      With it being election day---we continued our efforts to help voters to understand the 7 or is it 8 or 9 amendment issues that are on the South Dakota Election Ballot.      Today with Ryan Budmeier---Lawrence and Schiller---we did just that---       We pulled out the Amendments---E-F-G-H—Referred Law 21---Initiated Measure 28 and 29.         There are written words on line that gives you some understands on what the vote is all about. Obviously those in Pierre think that all they are doing is right on track—and many times it is. The issue becomes---changes---why SD does it this way and a dozen states we have lived in----are and continue to happy with what they are doing.
    But for me—it was a chance to study—a chance to talk with an Agency Ace—who was set to explain—and encourage people before they went to the polls to study and figure out what you like and don’t like. 
    Our It’s YOUR Business Show is designed to share information---let you the listener decide too----and do our job as broadcasters---so you don’t just go to the polls and not mark as many as 10 issues---or mark them without studying.     Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa.      Norm Anderson will post the podcast and this blog to share what was in the show----questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

 November 5, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog—November 4, 2024—10-11—It’s Your Agri Business—46-42
    Traditional—following The Remodelers Show or Report Card Show---whichever comes first is the way we lead into the Agri Business Show---with Mr. Auction---Chuck Sutton and Mr. Lincoln County Jim Schmidt.
    It’s perfect—the auctions are big deal in our Ag Picture---so it became an automatic for our rural audience—and yes some in town—to have a report card update on the auctions. Who better than Chuck Sutton.
    He always shares some of the properties that were sold and where---what they brought------and yes what he expects the auctions to be like for the weeks, months and more ahead.
    Knowing the price that was brought –and the kind of land that was involved is a big deal----
     Jim Schmidt---good friend in Lincoln County does what is probably the only county update on a monthly basis in the area. Jim understands that Lincoln County is constantly in the news-----and with his travels nationwide to committee meetings and his value to the Lincoln County Commissioners---he is special –and sets the tone for others. He did talk about tax changes---what is going and growing in the county----and we had a feel about what is in place and what to expect.
      Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank---gave us the first report from the PLANNERS in the bank in November. It’s that time of year that we follow along---looking to end the growing season---look to the next year----in ag---and business wise----Plains does the planning as well. More of that feel this morning.
      Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO in Fargo---Matt Swenson shared the first numbers for November-----
       Chris Larson---an old friend as a Mattress Master---talked about the No-November Campaign. To the audience he revealed why he got involved in campaigns----and issues on the ballots. He believes in what he does---and we gave Ryan Budmeyer---Lawrence and Schiller a chance to discuss the 7 amendments—what they agree with—and disagree with. Somehow I got pulled into---my concern has been for 3 weeks—just get the people to read the documents before they vote. Lots of funny business with some of our best agencies-----changing a couple of words here and there----in political ads—print, vision, and sound. 
        My job was not to take a position----but encourage people to be educated----the issues are important----and while Mr. Larson and I disagree on some of the issues that are aimed at leaving South Dakota out in the cold----whether a yes or no vote-----I am concerned---to many states who are mid-west or mid-central friendly---this still favors the existing players who have figured out the system and leave many unable to get votes or be a part of the system.
         But its not what is important to me in the proposal---but what is being poorly explains to the public for the best interests of those that don’t quite understand how the rest of the states traditionally exist.
         Other than that—study—vote---and do your duty. 
        To have people engaged in the voting vocabulary discussions is important. Whether it’s No or Yes---the voter should educate themselves. Not sure everyone is doing that---but I’ll keep praying that it happens.
         The Rock Report included Josh Reynolds-Program Director & STEP Grant Manager. 
         The Association is a 501c(6) public-private partnership that conducts export education, facilities trade missions, and offers free and confidential consulting services to SD companies. They are the only source of funding for the SBA’s STEP Grant or (State Trade Expansion Program)
          He is a recent graduate of the University of South Dakota---and had the chance to work directly with firms in Clay and Minnehaha counties thru the Coyote Business Consulting Program, helping to solve real-world challenges. 
           Reynolds talked about the STEP Grant and shared some eligible activities that can be reimbursed. It is designed to help small and medium-sized businesses grow their export activities by offering reimbursements for various expenses. His main office is based in Sioux Falls, but he proudly serves clients throughout South Dakkota. 
           His intent is to help maximize reimbursement for eligible export activities. 
           We’ll keep an eye on how he finds ways to help SD businesses expand globally thru the STEP Grant Program. 
           The show closed with SD State Climatologist Laura Edwards---we talked about November weather---what to expect----and it sounds like not the warmest—but it is November.
           Our It’s YOUR Agri-business show is available live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-APP streaming on line or just ask Alexa.
           Norm Anderson posts the show as a podcast –go to the KELO-AM Website—look for it’s YOUR Agri Business—the November 4, 2024-10-11—show. Use these notes as a guide to what is in the show and where to find it.
           Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL (2455) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog—November 4, 2024—10-11—It’s Your Agri Business—46-42     Traditional—following The Remodelers Show or Report Card Show---whichever comes first is the way we lead into the Agri Business Show---with Mr. Auction---Chuck Sutton and Mr. Lincoln County Jim Schmidt.     It’s perfect—the auctions are big deal in our Ag Picture---so it became an automatic for our rural audience—and yes some in town—to have a report card update on the auctions. Who better than Chuck Sutton.     He always shares some of the properties that were sold and where---what they brought------and yes what he expects the auctions to be like for the weeks, months and more ahead.     Knowing the price that was brought –and the kind of land that was involved is a big deal----      Jim Schmidt---good friend in Lincoln County does what is probably the only county update on a monthly basis in the area. Jim understands that Lincoln County is constantly in the news-----and with his travels nationwide to committee meetings and his value to the Lincoln County Commissioners---he is special –and sets the tone for others. He did talk about tax changes---what is going and growing in the county----and we had a feel about what is in place and what to expect.       Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank---gave us the first report from the PLANNERS in the bank in November. It’s that time of year that we follow along---looking to end the growing season---look to the next year----in ag---and business wise----Plains does the planning as well. More of that feel this morning.       Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO in Fargo---Matt Swenson shared the first numbers for November-----        Chris Larson---an old friend as a Mattress Master---talked about the No-November Campaign. To the audience he revealed why he got involved in campaigns----and issues on the ballots. He believes in what he does---and we gave Ryan Budmeyer---Lawrence and Schiller a chance to discuss the 7 amendments—what they agree with—and disagree with. Somehow I got pulled into---my concern has been for 3 weeks—just get the people to read the documents before they vote. Lots of funny business with some of our best agencies-----changing a couple of words here and there----in political ads—print, vision, and sound.          My job was not to take a position----but encourage people to be educated----the issues are important----and while Mr. Larson and I disagree on some of the issues that are aimed at leaving South Dakota out in the cold----whether a yes or no vote-----I am concerned---to many states who are mid-west or mid-central friendly---this still favors the existing players who have figured out the system and leave many unable to get votes or be a part of the system.          But its not what is important to me in the proposal---but what is being poorly explains to the public for the best interests of those that don’t quite understand how the rest of the states traditionally exist.          Other than that—study—vote---and do your duty.          To have people engaged in the voting vocabulary discussions is important. Whether it’s No or Yes---the voter should educate themselves. Not sure everyone is doing that---but I’ll keep praying that it happens.          The Rock Report included Josh Reynolds-Program Director &amp; STEP Grant Manager.           The Association is a 501c(6) public-private partnership that conducts export education, facilities trade missions, and offers free and confidential consulting services to SD companies. They are the only source of funding for the SBA’s STEP Grant or (State Trade Expansion Program)           He is a recent graduate of the University of South Dakota---and had the chance to work directly with firms in Clay and Minnehaha counties thru the Coyote Business Consulting Program, helping to solve real-world challenges.             Reynolds talked about the STEP Grant and shared some eligible activities that can be reimbursed. It is designed to help small and medium-sized businesses grow their export activities by offering reimbursements for various expenses. His main office is based in Sioux Falls, but he proudly serves clients throughout South Dakkota.             His intent is to help maximize reimbursement for eligible export activities.             We’ll keep an eye on how he finds ways to help SD businesses expand globally thru the STEP Grant Program.             The show closed with SD State Climatologist Laura Edwards---we talked about November weather---what to expect----and it sounds like not the warmest—but it is November.            Our It’s YOUR Agri-business show is available live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-APP streaming on line or just ask Alexa.            Norm Anderson posts the show as a podcast –go to the KELO-AM Website—look for it’s YOUR Agri Business—the November 4, 2024-10-11—show. Use these notes as a guide to what is in the show and where to find it.            Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL (2455) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

 November 4, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-November 4, 2024—9-10---The Remodelers Show
  As we move into November----almost guaranteed another billion dollar year for the city of Sioux Falls in Building Permits
   Neil King---the new Building Permit Chief reveals we are at $964,674,202----just short of the 4th consecutive billion dollar year. 
   Good figure for The Remodelers Show---and my guess is that number will be passed before Thanksgiving.
   Tony Bachman----on his wedding anniversary was in the studio—and we talked about Interest Rates, Inflation—the job market---potential changes to tax policies, housing regs, or economic stimulus  measures that can make buyers and investors reluctant.
    Teddi Mueller---Home Builders Association gave us a look at where we are with a new President---we were both very proud to have Joel Ingle serve 2024…a new President will join us as we help make the rotation from year to year.
    Dave Kelly---Faraway Mortgage—shared with us what to expect with the change in Presidential politicking --- he shared the numbers and expectations. You should listen to the litany that Dave added to either fear or look forward to. Political winds are blowing---and we’ll expect to talk more next week on The Report Card Show.
    Larissa Deedrich---Executive Director Sioux Falls Housing and Redevelopment Commission made her initial appearance on our Business shows. She moved to Sioux Falls from Danville, Va---we talked about what Sioux Falls has meant to her---and how she expects to be able to serve the public in the days, weeks, months and years ahead. She talked about the MBA Forecast—long term rates and what we could expect from her in the future. 
    Steve Swenson was with us from The Handy Man. He explained what they are seeing—what they are being asked for----among the topics new very good way to clean vinyl----Sioux City seems to always get a piece of the story-lines for Handy Man---and we know there is lots to learn.
    Todd Boots---Past President of the South Dakota Housing Authority shared that Kent Pressler of Aberdeen will be the next President of that association. In addition---yes and we heard more about the clean vinyl----and 2025
    Jerry Berg—Intek---shared that much of his flooding gear remains in Florida with the hurricane needs. Sarasota is the target—and if you have followed Jerry with us –you know his crew or at least the gear does get a lot of attention—and love for being part of the Hurricane Clean-ups. 
  Joe Hanson---Extreme Heating and Cooling shared with us furnaces and filers----being sure to get the work done before it hits the cold days of winter-----Like Mr. Berg---Extreme Heating and Cooling does keep busy—and always has their eyes open for new hands that can make a difference to even more people. 

   The Remodelers show—like the Report Card Show next week is good at keeping people informed. It’s never about me---I just gather the variety of businesses and players that can help us share with the audience----what is important in Remodelers and Report Card programs. It’s a show we have done for a long time----and my job is to gather----the experts---the information---and then let them talk for the hour.

    Thanks to each of you---our Remodelers Show is available live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—streaming on line or just ask Alexa.

     Norm Anderson posts the podcast –this for November 4, 2024 9-10—I share this Blog as a guide to what is in the show—and where to find it. Feel free to call me at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.         

Blog-November 4, 2024—9-10---The Remodelers Show   As we move into November----almost guaranteed another billion dollar year for the city of Sioux Falls in Building Permits    Neil King---the new Building Permit Chief reveals we are at $964,674,202----just short of the 4th consecutive billion dollar year.     Good figure for The Remodelers Show---and my guess is that number will be passed before Thanksgiving.    Tony Bachman----on his wedding anniversary was in the studio—and we talked about Interest Rates, Inflation—the job market---potential changes to tax policies, housing regs, or economic stimulus  measures that can make buyers and investors reluctant.     Teddi Mueller---Home Builders Association gave us a look at where we are with a new President---we were both very proud to have Joel Ingle serve 2024…a new President will join us as we help make the rotation from year to year.     Dave Kelly---Faraway Mortgage—shared with us what to expect with the change in Presidential politicking --- he shared the numbers and expectations. You should listen to the litany that Dave added to either fear or look forward to. Political winds are blowing---and we’ll expect to talk more next week on The Report Card Show.     Larissa Deedrich---Executive Director Sioux Falls Housing and Redevelopment Commission made her initial appearance on our Business shows. She moved to Sioux Falls from Danville, Va---we talked about what Sioux Falls has meant to her---and how she expects to be able to serve the public in the days, weeks, months and years ahead. She talked about the MBA Forecast—long term rates and what we could expect from her in the future.      Steve Swenson was with us from The Handy Man. He explained what they are seeing—what they are being asked for----among the topics new very good way to clean vinyl----Sioux City seems to always get a piece of the story-lines for Handy Man---and we know there is lots to learn.     Todd Boots---Past President of the South Dakota Housing Authority shared that Kent Pressler of Aberdeen will be the next President of that association. In addition---yes and we heard more about the clean vinyl----and 2025     Jerry Berg—Intek---shared that much of his flooding gear remains in Florida with the hurricane needs. Sarasota is the target—and if you have followed Jerry with us –you know his crew or at least the gear does get a lot of attention—and love for being part of the Hurricane Clean-ups.    Joe Hanson---Extreme Heating and Cooling shared with us furnaces and filers----being sure to get the work done before it hits the cold days of winter-----Like Mr. Berg---Extreme Heating and Cooling does keep busy—and always has their eyes open for new hands that can make a difference to even more people. 
   The Remodelers show—like the Report Card Show next week is good at keeping people informed. It’s never about me---I just gather the variety of businesses and players that can help us share with the audience----what is important in Remodelers and Report Card programs. It’s a show we have done for a long time----and my job is to gather----the experts---the information---and then let them talk for the hour.
    Thanks to each of you---our Remodelers Show is available live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—streaming on line or just ask Alexa.
     Norm Anderson posts the podcast –this for November 4, 2024 9-10—I share this Blog as a guide to what is in the show—and where to find it. Feel free to call me at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

 November 4, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business - The Remodelers Show

Blog-November 1, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business
  Somedays you are doing nothing but making news—bringing people that are reacting to the news—and sometimes saying “How could you”.
  That is the way that I started November in the 10:00 hour.
  Darren Hefty—Ag PHD joined us---we talked about making sure you get out to vote. And he agreed with me—that this week –our effort should be encouraging to people particularly with the amendments to study and get what they really mean---rather than commercials or ads that leave you there many times not knowing most sides of the story.
   From there we went right to the fields---it was important that we explain that many are using fertilizer manure---to help get ready for the 2025 growing season. Yes regular fertilizer prices are up---and we know it is important for tillage to use the fertility manure. 
   What talked about the crops for the 2024 season---Friday’s he does a national and yes international show on Sirius radio—2PM someplace that you can follow along.
   We also talked with another agency voice on knowing the amendments—this time it was Lawrence & Schillers Ryan Budmeier.
   We went thru the issues
Referred Law 21
Initiated Measure 28
Initiated Measure 29
Amendment E
Amendment F
Amendment G
Amendment H---

     We’ll share more on Monday----but the points is if you still need to vote—like I do on Tuesday---study them---and asked questions before you vote. Two others want to be in the Monday show---we’ll see how we can balance the scale with three people engaged.
    Congressman Dusty Johnson—talked us thru the importance to vote and things he doing like taking care of family—while preparing for the big vote on Tuesday November 5th.
    Casey Crabtree –got his say—he of course knows what it is at stake for Republicans ----in the way they do business and control---and you’ll want to listen to his explanation. 
    Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network form KFGO Fargo---Matt Swenson the morning commodities—the first such in November 2024.
    Brandon Hanson-Downtown Sioux Falls helped us understand what is going on with the first Friday in November. He’ll be joining us in the future—and we look forward about keeping you informed with a tour guide’s approach to Downtown. Welcome aboard.
    We talked at Alla—yes our dear friend from Ukraine--- what to expect--- with the vote---with the international turmoil---and we even starting talking about an event we’ll talk more about in November---you’ll want to know more from Calvin Jones who is helping to plan it.
    We closed the show with Justin Glisin---Iowa State Climatologist. It is important for us to hear Justin and South Dakota Climatologist Laura Edwards. Love our Meteorologists---but these two take it a little different direction—and have been good to us—and you our audience.
    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on Line or just ask Alexa. 
    Norm Anderson posts the actual podcast---and I (Bill Zortman) write the blog on what is in the show—and some of what you should know.
   Go to the KELO-AM Website to get the show—and feel free to call/text me at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog-November 1, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business   Somedays you are doing nothing but making news—bringing people that are reacting to the news—and sometimes saying “How could you”.   That is the way that I started November in the 10:00 hour.   Darren Hefty—Ag PHD joined us---we talked about making sure you get out to vote. And he agreed with me—that this week –our effort should be encouraging to people particularly with the amendments to study and get what they really mean---rather than commercials or ads that leave you there many times not knowing most sides of the story.    From there we went right to the fields---it was important that we explain that many are using fertilizer manure---to help get ready for the 2025 growing season. Yes regular fertilizer prices are up---and we know it is important for tillage to use the fertility manure.     What talked about the crops for the 2024 season---Friday’s he does a national and yes international show on Sirius radio—2PM someplace that you can follow along.    We also talked with another agency voice on knowing the amendments—this time it was Lawrence &amp; Schillers Ryan Budmeier.    We went thru the issues Referred Law 21 Initiated Measure 28 Initiated Measure 29 Amendment E Amendment F Amendment G Amendment H---
     We’ll share more on Monday----but the points is if you still need to vote—like I do on Tuesday---study them---and asked questions before you vote. Two others want to be in the Monday show---we’ll see how we can balance the scale with three people engaged.     Congressman Dusty Johnson—talked us thru the importance to vote and things he doing like taking care of family—while preparing for the big vote on Tuesday November 5th.     Casey Crabtree –got his say—he of course knows what it is at stake for Republicans ----in the way they do business and control---and you’ll want to listen to his explanation.      Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network form KFGO Fargo---Matt Swenson the morning commodities—the first such in November 2024.     Brandon Hanson-Downtown Sioux Falls helped us understand what is going on with the first Friday in November. He’ll be joining us in the future—and we look forward about keeping you informed with a tour guide’s approach to Downtown. Welcome aboard.     We talked at Alla—yes our dear friend from Ukraine--- what to expect--- with the vote---with the international turmoil---and we even starting talking about an event we’ll talk more about in November---you’ll want to know more from Calvin Jones who is helping to plan it.     We closed the show with Justin Glisin---Iowa State Climatologist. It is important for us to hear Justin and South Dakota Climatologist Laura Edwards. Love our Meteorologists---but these two take it a little different direction—and have been good to us—and you our audience.     Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on Line or just ask Alexa.      Norm Anderson posts the actual podcast---and I (Bill Zortman) write the blog on what is in the show—and some of what you should know.    Go to the KELO-AM Website to get the show—and feel free to call/text me at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

November 1, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-November 1, 2024—9-10-It’s YOUR Business
   Interesting and very newsworthy way to start November. Our regular guests---though one taped with us walking thru the Atlanta Airport after finishing playoff games in Sioux Falls last night—on a trip to North Carolina.
   Jodi had her usual list of story ideas and happenings---survey’s---story-lines---and yes keeping an eye on the elections for Tuesday. 
   It will be an interesting time ahead as we go thru November.
   Just behind was Jessie Schmidt—BBB of South Dakota---we talked about scammers who prey on the emotion of people looking to vote. Again much like the Dental insurance we talked last week---they just want information about you and to scam you—into believing you are contributing to or talking to the Party of your choice—or a candidate. Like other campaigns they are praying on emotions to get you to act with a competitive spirit or big heart. 
    Obviously they have found a soft spot if you respond---but they don’t intend to represent you ----they have bigger plans and deceptions to take advantage of. Be careful out there.
    From there we talked with Teri Schmidt---Experience Sioux Falls and Kip Rounds-SD Game Fish and Parks. Really our last week talking about the pheasant hunting in South Dakota. Arrivals were up 7% at the airport---
    Glad to see all that has happened---and we’ll keep track of the next step along the way. 
     Kip talked about it being the winter season as cold weather approaches state parks and area lakes---hunting season ---and we’ll follow along on what they seek and what they get.
     We split up the sports interviews ---one of those was John Gaskins with Friday night football---it was basically “chalk” by the favorite teams in the first round of the playoffs. John spent the time explaining all that had happened while he was talking from the plane he had just flown from Sioux Falls to his first stop---in Atlanta---before he took off to Charlotte, North Carolina. He pre-recorded and asked them were gate B was to catch the next leg. One of the most unusual interviews we have done in awhile taking advantage of every minute while our next studio guest was just arriving. Great concentration---as part of what we had just recorded an hour earlier.
     Ron Nelson joined us at 9:36-----a Sioux Falls Television station had broken the story of a Property Manage Company that saw a multi-figure embezzlement occur. It has brought to get Property Managers to discuss---as old-timers shared it had been 4 decades since the last time this happened. If you would like to listen to what Ron shared “in his own words” to our audience---please do. What happens next? Still investigations going on---and it will be making others aware that this kind of loss changes things----and has the entire industry---wondering what else they could have done or what they can do to avoid it in the future. If you want more—check the blog-podcast—and hear it in Ron’s words.
     Right behind at 9:50----Jimmy Ohlander—Sioux Falls Stampede  have started the season with a 7-3 start. A different looking team—and Jimmy shared with us they will finish the road trip in Waterloo before they come-back home. This comes off a season a year ago the Stampede did a very good job—lost a lot of players—but have made a difference in 2024-2025. We did talk about their situation with the City of Sioux Falls----the Football team has lost their lease---and many of those in the audience were wondering—how the Hockey team is doing. Jimmy explained in essence they are taking care of business---which to me is taking care of the fans, the players and more.
    We closed the hour with Diana Patterson---Sanford Career Opportunities they are always looking for help----whether it be Sioux Falls, Fargo, Minnesota—or what will be their new location in the future in Wisconsin. 
    Our It’s YOUR Business—show is available at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. 
    Norm Anderson as quick as I write the blog makes it available on the website—if you have information for me –feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.  

Blog-November 1, 2024—9-10-It’s YOUR Business    Interesting and very newsworthy way to start November. Our regular guests---though one taped with us walking thru the Atlanta Airport after finishing playoff games in Sioux Falls last night—on a trip to North Carolina.    Jodi had her usual list of story ideas and happenings---survey’s---story-lines---and yes keeping an eye on the elections for Tuesday.     It will be an interesting time ahead as we go thru November.    Just behind was Jessie Schmidt—BBB of South Dakota---we talked about scammers who prey on the emotion of people looking to vote. Again much like the Dental insurance we talked last week---they just want information about you and to scam you—into believing you are contributing to or talking to the Party of your choice—or a candidate. Like other campaigns they are praying on emotions to get you to act with a competitive spirit or big heart.      Obviously they have found a soft spot if you respond---but they don’t intend to represent you ----they have bigger plans and deceptions to take advantage of. Be careful out there.     From there we talked with Teri Schmidt---Experience Sioux Falls and Kip Rounds-SD Game Fish and Parks. Really our last week talking about the pheasant hunting in South Dakota. Arrivals were up 7% at the airport---     Glad to see all that has happened---and we’ll keep track of the next step along the way.       Kip talked about it being the winter season as cold weather approaches state parks and area lakes---hunting season ---and we’ll follow along on what they seek and what they get.      We split up the sports interviews ---one of those was John Gaskins with Friday night football---it was basically “chalk” by the favorite teams in the first round of the playoffs. John spent the time explaining all that had happened while he was talking from the plane he had just flown from Sioux Falls to his first stop---in Atlanta---before he took off to Charlotte, North Carolina. He pre-recorded and asked them were gate B was to catch the next leg. One of the most unusual interviews we have done in awhile taking advantage of every minute while our next studio guest was just arriving. Great concentration---as part of what we had just recorded an hour earlier.      Ron Nelson joined us at 9:36-----a Sioux Falls Television station had broken the story of a Property Manage Company that saw a multi-figure embezzlement occur. It has brought to get Property Managers to discuss---as old-timers shared it had been 4 decades since the last time this happened. If you would like to listen to what Ron shared “in his own words” to our audience---please do. What happens next? Still investigations going on---and it will be making others aware that this kind of loss changes things----and has the entire industry---wondering what else they could have done or what they can do to avoid it in the future. If you want more—check the blog-podcast—and hear it in Ron’s words.      Right behind at 9:50----Jimmy Ohlander—Sioux Falls Stampede  have started the season with a 7-3 start. A different looking team—and Jimmy shared with us they will finish the road trip in Waterloo before they come-back home. This comes off a season a year ago the Stampede did a very good job—lost a lot of players—but have made a difference in 2024-2025. We did talk about their situation with the City of Sioux Falls----the Football team has lost their lease---and many of those in the audience were wondering—how the Hockey team is doing. Jimmy explained in essence they are taking care of business---which to me is taking care of the fans, the players and more.     We closed the hour with Diana Patterson---Sanford Career Opportunities they are always looking for help----whether it be Sioux Falls, Fargo, Minnesota—or what will be their new location in the future in Wisconsin.      Our It’s YOUR Business—show is available at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa.      Norm Anderson as quick as I write the blog makes it available on the website—if you have information for me –feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

November 1, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-October 30, 2024-10-11-It’s YOUR Agri Business
   Our It’s YOUR Business Show closed out the month of October with this 10-11 show.
    Nikki Gronli---joined us as she helped launch the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program 
     Agtegra—is receiving more than $3M to expand their fertilizer production ---which helps increase domestically-produced fertilizer products here in South Dakota. 
     It’s a part of the Rural Energy for America Program—which provides funding to rural small businesses, ranchers and farmers to install energy efficient and renewable energy systems into their operations.
      Since 2021—Rural Development has invested nearly $25 million in Rural Energy for America Program projects—in all 99 of them—
        Types of investments:
LED Lighting 
Geothermal Heat Pumps
Grain Dryers
Hog Heat Maps
Solar
Wind Turbines
Convenience and Grocery Store Coolers

      Who received money?
Fox Run LLC Received $87,000 
----Install 504 Hog heat Mats inside a farrowing barn near Parker
----Expected to save $24,918.94 and 329,34,642 kilowatt hours of the company’s energy use per year
----Enough energy to power 30 homes

And there were many more

We will follow the project along with Nikki and encourage businesses to get involved

This made the 3rd time this week---that we have visited with SDSU’s Bob Thaler----and Lyon’s County pork producer Dwight Mogler. They were at a big Pork Event in Kansas City—they each reported back after being part of quite the conference. We enjoy featuring those that make road trips and are willing to report back to our audience spread across South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota---who really knows where else North Dakota and Nebraska too?

   Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank ---part of the Planners updated us on the Wednesday show –just as they do on the Monday 10:00 show. We always want to know what they are doing for those in agriculture---in business, the young couples just getting married or the older couples looking at estate planning. 9 banks or so—they started in Hoven and are still growing. We enjoy working with them----and if our listeners need a friend—big city or small---rural communities---we are helping.

Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network—Matt Swenson followed with the Swenson Commodities. 

We continued our series this week on the ballot issues –all seven of them here in South Dakota.

I had been hearing in so many different locations----that people didn’t know what they were voting for.

So---my thought was to get an Ad Agency or maybe two or three that would remind people to study the 7 amendments before they vote. Probably too late for those that are voting early---but we wanted those going to the polls on election day—to know what it means.

My thought a week ago was to get one of the advertising agencies to work with us—to remind voters to read and study the issues. Matt Merritt from Paulsen ---was the first one I was talking to ----and Matt has been doing it this week.

In just 30 second commercials----if the agency is sharing why to vote a certain way it doesn’t leave any time to give an opposing view. Matt offered where to find the information on the 7 issues----and for people to study. Why? Because the decisions being made are going to affect the lives of people and perhaps their income. Pretty simple---but the reminder is important ----and there is still time.

Bryson Patterson---Small Business of South Dakota brought along a guest—Amy Waite—Sr Loan Officer with Ally Dakota Development.

We heard some of the important stuff today but Bryson will enlighten you more next week. Listen and learn –to the podcast that will be posed in the next 24 hours.

One of the few shows that didn’t close with a weather look---but I think Justin and Laura---might be happy I didn’t include with a Halloween look ahead.

Our It’s YOUR Agri Business show---brings together lots of those in the farm business—lawmakers---those that serve farm circles----listen live---I did win a national award in the early part of the year for what we do—and how we do it. It makes me work even harder to tell stories others don’t---Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. Norm Anderson once he gets the blog can post the podcast. 

Blog-October 30, 2024-10-11-It’s YOUR Agri Business    Our It’s YOUR Business Show closed out the month of October with this 10-11 show.     Nikki Gronli---joined us as she helped launch the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program       Agtegra—is receiving more than $3M to expand their fertilizer production ---which helps increase domestically-produced fertilizer products here in South Dakota.       It’s a part of the Rural Energy for America Program—which provides funding to rural small businesses, ranchers and farmers to install energy efficient and renewable energy systems into their operations.       Since 2021—Rural Development has invested nearly $25 million in Rural Energy for America Program projects—in all 99 of them—         Types of investments: LED Lighting  Geothermal Heat Pumps Grain Dryers Hog Heat Maps Solar Wind Turbines Convenience and Grocery Store Coolers
      Who received money? Fox Run LLC Received $87,000  ----Install 504 Hog heat Mats inside a farrowing barn near Parker ----Expected to save $24,918.94 and 329,34,642 kilowatt hours of the company’s energy use per year ----Enough energy to power 30 homes
And there were many more
We will follow the project along with Nikki and encourage businesses to get involved
This made the 3rd time this week---that we have visited with SDSU’s Bob Thaler----and Lyon’s County pork producer Dwight Mogler. They were at a big Pork Event in Kansas City—they each reported back after being part of quite the conference. We enjoy featuring those that make road trips and are willing to report back to our audience spread across South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota---who really knows where else North Dakota and Nebraska too?
   Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank ---part of the Planners updated us on the Wednesday show –just as they do on the Monday 10:00 show. We always want to know what they are doing for those in agriculture---in business, the young couples just getting married or the older couples looking at estate planning. 9 banks or so—they started in Hoven and are still growing. We enjoy working with them----and if our listeners need a friend—big city or small---rural communities---we are helping.
Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network—Matt Swenson followed with the Swenson Commodities. 
We continued our series this week on the ballot issues –all seven of them here in South Dakota.
I had been hearing in so many different locations----that people didn’t know what they were voting for.
So---my thought was to get an Ad Agency or maybe two or three that would remind people to study the 7 amendments before they vote. Probably too late for those that are voting early---but we wanted those going to the polls on election day—to know what it means.
My thought a week ago was to get one of the advertising agencies to work with us—to remind voters to read and study the issues. Matt Merritt from Paulsen ---was the first one I was talking to ----and Matt has been doing it this week.
In just 30 second commercials----if the agency is sharing why to vote a certain way it doesn’t leave any time to give an opposing view. Matt offered where to find the information on the 7 issues----and for people to study. Why? Because the decisions being made are going to affect the lives of people and perhaps their income. Pretty simple---but the reminder is important ----and there is still time.
Bryson Patterson---Small Business of South Dakota brought along a guest—Amy Waite—Sr Loan Officer with Ally Dakota Development.
We heard some of the important stuff today but Bryson will enlighten you more next week. Listen and learn –to the podcast that will be posed in the next 24 hours.
One of the few shows that didn’t close with a weather look---but I think Justin and Laura---might be happy I didn’t include with a Halloween look ahead.
Our It’s YOUR Agri Business show---brings together lots of those in the farm business—lawmakers---those that serve farm circles----listen live---I did win a national award in the early part of the year for what we do—and how we do it. It makes me work even harder to tell stories others don’t---Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. Norm Anderson once he gets the blog can post the podcast.

 October 30, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-October 30, 2024-9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday
  Rather unique Working on Wellness Wednesday show.
  Senator Mike Rounds explained to our audience as he did to a much smaller audience last Monday---about the Senate Artificial Intelligence Caucus that he Co-Chairs and what they are learning which is really “Tomorrow” Stuff---as far as medical issues are concerned.
   He spoke to the Sioux Falls Rotary Club—which as a guest I got to hear---I wanted him to explain what they are doing—what they are learning—and yes Senator Rounds as taken a particular interest in A-I as it relates to health care, specifically curing cancer. 
   Quoting Senator Rounds—“we believe that artificial intelligence has the power to cure the vast majority of cancers in a matter of years. 
    As the Senator spoke to perhaps 150 Rotary members I was impressed that he was speaking without notes----and with the loss of his wife 3 years ago—Jean he understands we do need to look to the next best thing—to help those today, tomorrow and beyond.
    As part of the A1 working group---he has promised to also keep our audience informed with the progress they are making.
    Yes the Senator was asked about “Trump” how he has dealt with him---will the Farm Bill be passed----and even about minorities in this country.
     Behind him—MD Oncologist Jason Jones—Breast Cancer Awareness---and what would be should know. This month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month---we talked about how common is breast cancer---when should someone get a mammogram---and he suggests that at least for those that have breast cancer in their family tree—it should be once a year. 
    Dr. Jones did share what our listeners should know ----and quite frankly is a valuable discussion for Cancer Month –in October---and we invited him back to keep our audience informed in this life or death issue.
    Third topic at 9:32---Dr. Joshua Jorde---we talked about with the temperatures dipping the leaves dying and falling---what to do once they are on the ground. What Jorde suggested was doing “Rocking” motions when raking instead of bending back and forth. Having just raked 12 big containers of leaves for dumping Tuesday night—I was curious about how they back would feel today---because I didn’t really use the “Rocking” motion. As you might expect—he shared his office would be there to help if it left my back and body racked with pain.
     He also discussed Medicare and Medicaid. As he shared---basically Medicare is for those who are over 65 or have specific, generally severe, health issues. Medicaid is the one that means tested and based on a person’s financial situation. Both cover chiropractic—but while 99.9% of chiropractors take Medicare—not many accept Medicaid. 
      It was a good discussion and perhaps you should listen to the blog to see what the explanation was.
      WE closed the show with Dzenan Berberovic—Chief Philanthorpy Officer for Avera----
       Avera announced this week a $50 million fundraising campaign called Tomorrow’s Promise., the largest philanthropic campaign in the region to support comprehensive women’s and children’s services. 
       The announcement was made at an October 28 Groundbreaking Ceremony for a six-story tower addition to Avera McKennan Hospital and ramp. University Health Center to expand women’s children’s care space and create a new welcoming entrance to the hospital. Together with a new medical office building at the Avera on Louise Health Campus, this represents the largest building project in average history at a cost $245 million and 350,000 square feet of new patient care center. 
      Tomorrow’s Promise: The Campaign for Women and Children will support the new tower addition and also Avera services that branch out and tough lives in other ways, including expansion of patient and family lodging, and patient and family support. 
       We’ll keep a close eye on this project.
      Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—streaming on line or just ask Alexa.
      Norm Anderson will post the podcast—and this blog will go along with it when it is finished.
      Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog-October 30, 2024-9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday   Rather unique Working on Wellness Wednesday show.   Senator Mike Rounds explained to our audience as he did to a much smaller audience last Monday---about the Senate Artificial Intelligence Caucus that he Co-Chairs and what they are learning which is really “Tomorrow” Stuff---as far as medical issues are concerned.    He spoke to the Sioux Falls Rotary Club—which as a guest I got to hear---I wanted him to explain what they are doing—what they are learning—and yes Senator Rounds as taken a particular interest in A-I as it relates to health care, specifically curing cancer.     Quoting Senator Rounds—“we believe that artificial intelligence has the power to cure the vast majority of cancers in a matter of years.      As the Senator spoke to perhaps 150 Rotary members I was impressed that he was speaking without notes----and with the loss of his wife 3 years ago—Jean he understands we do need to look to the next best thing—to help those today, tomorrow and beyond.     As part of the A1 working group---he has promised to also keep our audience informed with the progress they are making.     Yes the Senator was asked about “Trump” how he has dealt with him---will the Farm Bill be passed----and even about minorities in this country.      Behind him—MD Oncologist Jason Jones—Breast Cancer Awareness---and what would be should know. This month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month---we talked about how common is breast cancer---when should someone get a mammogram---and he suggests that at least for those that have breast cancer in their family tree—it should be once a year.      Dr. Jones did share what our listeners should know ----and quite frankly is a valuable discussion for Cancer Month –in October---and we invited him back to keep our audience informed in this life or death issue.     Third topic at 9:32---Dr. Joshua Jorde---we talked about with the temperatures dipping the leaves dying and falling---what to do once they are on the ground. What Jorde suggested was doing “Rocking” motions when raking instead of bending back and forth. Having just raked 12 big containers of leaves for dumping Tuesday night—I was curious about how they back would feel today---because I didn’t really use the “Rocking” motion. As you might expect—he shared his office would be there to help if it left my back and body racked with pain.      He also discussed Medicare and Medicaid. As he shared---basically Medicare is for those who are over 65 or have specific, generally severe, health issues. Medicaid is the one that means tested and based on a person’s financial situation. Both cover chiropractic—but while 99.9% of chiropractors take Medicare—not many accept Medicaid.        It was a good discussion and perhaps you should listen to the blog to see what the explanation was.       WE closed the show with Dzenan Berberovic—Chief Philanthorpy Officer for Avera----        Avera announced this week a $50 million fundraising campaign called Tomorrow’s Promise., the largest philanthropic campaign in the region to support comprehensive women’s and children’s services.         The announcement was made at an October 28 Groundbreaking Ceremony for a six-story tower addition to Avera McKennan Hospital and ramp. University Health Center to expand women’s children’s care space and create a new welcoming entrance to the hospital. Together with a new medical office building at the Avera on Louise Health Campus, this represents the largest building project in average history at a cost $245 million and 350,000 square feet of new patient care center.        Tomorrow’s Promise: The Campaign for Women and Children will support the new tower addition and also Avera services that branch out and tough lives in other ways, including expansion of patient and family lodging, and patient and family support.         We’ll keep a close eye on this project.       Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—streaming on line or just ask Alexa.       Norm Anderson will post the podcast—and this blog will go along with it when it is finished.       Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

October 30, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business - Working on Wellness Wednesday

October 29, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business—Show 46-38
   I’m Bill Zortman and welcome to It’s YOUR Agri Business—Show 46-38 in our original It’s YOUR Business Series.
   Yes we are a week to the national election day-----we know that is important---but we want our elected officials to know –and I told some of them Monday at a Rotary Meeting----that really need –particularly in 2024---to have our voters know what they are voting for---whether it be the candidates and/or the issues—the amendments that all could change the way we do business.
    Matt Merritt has been with us in the 9-10 hour—and we know that our suggestion that the media work on what is in the amendments---take and give the sides of not just one party—but the contenders----was a part of a newscast I saw in 6PM last night.
    Please take some of your on air time not only for the commercials---but educating your viewers---between now and November 5th---
    ------------there is no doubt that people are confused-----we have very smart ad men and women who can convince you to say yes or no----but never tell you enough of the story—for you to consider both sides.
    Lots of stories about what people from our area are doing and they are sharing their information with us-----as they travel to conferences—and yes—our young people are not forgotten in this hour---

    Lets start with SDSU’s Bob Thaler---Swine Specialist—among others as well as Lyon County Pork Producer Dwight Mogler.

    Mr. Mogler before we go to SDSU---tell us what you learning at the conference----in Kansas City—correct---

-----------------mogler-------------------
    Also with you is Bob Thaler------

    Bob---what you are learning----

We’ll check with Minnesota Commissioner of Agriculture Thom Peterson when our it’s your agri business show continues…

10:20/00—KELO Commercials
10:21/30---Ag Biz
   Been awhile since we have talked with Minnesota and Iowa Ag Commissioners---one today and one tomorrow---

   Thom Peterson-----thanks for joining us----
----------do a little updating on the crops—the asking ---the trade trip you made---and what you see ahead---with us still not having a farm bill-----

    -----------Thom--------------
     You stay busy---Minnesota has a lot going for it---and for us—we want to be able to share how Iowa—Minnesota—SD Ag can work together----

-------------------Thom Peterson----Ag Commissioner Minnesota---

      Don’t be a stranger----

-----------just ahead—Geri Eide joins us along with a couple of winners in Indianapolis---

All following Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest network-----and Matt Swenson with the morning commodities---

10:29/00—Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest Network
10:31/30---KELO Commercials
10:33/30---Ag Biz 3
---Matt Swenson---Swenson Commodities—is joining us---what are you seeing approaching an early lunch time on this Tuesday

------------Matt--------------
  Grain—meat—energy---big board on Wall street------

   Where do they find you and how late can our audience still get a phone or on-line update---

----------------Matt------------------

We’ve been talking this morning about how well the South Dakota family did at Indianapolis for the National FFA Convention last week-----

   Geri Eide is with us and has a couple of first time winners from Rapid City---

---------------horse Patty Timmons and Ethan Hendrix, both Rapid City FFA members on the National Winning Horse Evaluation team. Sharing what it means to be the 1st SD team to ever win the Horse Evaluation event at Nationals.
Ethan is also State FFA Secretary.

----------we have saved some time this morning—tell us what you did---why this is so very important-----

Patty- and Ethan------------
   So great award we are all very proud in South Dakota------where do you go from here---and why should it encourage other horse people across our state—and yes in Iowa and Minnesota---to go that direction in the future---

-------------Geri-------we saved some time to congratulate you---this is a big deal---all the winners---the young people you have helped---the lives you have changed---and somebody that always can be called by all those that you have helped

----------------------Geri----------------
   In addition to winning and all that is going on ---why should young people be a part of FFA-----or adults that have been in FFA----perhaps comeback and help---you are needed----

-----------------------Geri------------------
   Geri Eide and all those that made the trip---thanks for making us proud AGAIN---


   When we come back—Bryson Patterson is looking for some winners------and you can help nominate them with SBA—stay with us

10:44/00—KELO Commercials
10:46/00---Ag Biz 4
   Bryson Patterson was named the SBA Director of South Dakota earlier this month—we want to give him a chance to talk about why you wanted to do this—and how South Dakota can keep helping businesses

-----------------Bryson -------------------

   Nominations needed---how do people do that—and share some categories---

-----------------Bryson---------------------
   Who can you help with the SBA-------

   Laura Edwards---SD State Climatologist---

Our time is up-thank you for yours 

October 29, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business—Show 46-38    I’m Bill Zortman and welcome to It’s YOUR Agri Business—Show 46-38 in our original It’s YOUR Business Series.    Yes we are a week to the national election day-----we know that is important---but we want our elected officials to know –and I told some of them Monday at a Rotary Meeting----that really need –particularly in 2024---to have our voters know what they are voting for---whether it be the candidates and/or the issues—the amendments that all could change the way we do business.     Matt Merritt has been with us in the 9-10 hour—and we know that our suggestion that the media work on what is in the amendments---take and give the sides of not just one party—but the contenders----was a part of a newscast I saw in 6PM last night.     Please take some of your on air time not only for the commercials---but educating your viewers---between now and November 5th---     ------------there is no doubt that people are confused-----we have very smart ad men and women who can convince you to say yes or no----but never tell you enough of the story—for you to consider both sides.     Lots of stories about what people from our area are doing and they are sharing their information with us-----as they travel to conferences—and yes—our young people are not forgotten in this hour---
    Lets start with SDSU’s Bob Thaler---Swine Specialist—among others as well as Lyon County Pork Producer Dwight Mogler.
    Mr. Mogler before we go to SDSU---tell us what you learning at the conference----in Kansas City—correct---
-----------------mogler-------------------     Also with you is Bob Thaler------
    Bob---what you are learning----
We’ll check with Minnesota Commissioner of Agriculture Thom Peterson when our it’s your agri business show continues…
10:20/00—KELO Commercials 10:21/30---Ag Biz    Been awhile since we have talked with Minnesota and Iowa Ag Commissioners---one today and one tomorrow---
   Thom Peterson-----thanks for joining us---- ----------do a little updating on the crops—the asking ---the trade trip you made---and what you see ahead---with us still not having a farm bill-----
    -----------Thom--------------      You stay busy---Minnesota has a lot going for it---and for us—we want to be able to share how Iowa—Minnesota—SD Ag can work together----
-------------------Thom Peterson----Ag Commissioner Minnesota---
      Don’t be a stranger----
-----------just ahead—Geri Eide joins us along with a couple of winners in Indianapolis---
All following Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest network-----and Matt Swenson with the morning commodities---
10:29/00—Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest Network 10:31/30---KELO Commercials 10:33/30---Ag Biz 3 ---Matt Swenson---Swenson Commodities—is joining us---what are you seeing approaching an early lunch time on this Tuesday
------------Matt--------------   Grain—meat—energy---big board on Wall street------
   Where do they find you and how late can our audience still get a phone or on-line update---
----------------Matt------------------
We’ve been talking this morning about how well the South Dakota family did at Indianapolis for the National FFA Convention last week-----
   Geri Eide is with us and has a couple of first time winners from Rapid City---
---------------horse Patty Timmons and Ethan Hendrix, both Rapid City FFA members on the National Winning Horse Evaluation team. Sharing what it means to be the 1st SD team to ever win the Horse Evaluation event at Nationals. Ethan is also State FFA Secretary.
----------we have saved some time this morning—tell us what you did---why this is so very important-----
Patty- and Ethan------------    So great award we are all very proud in South Dakota------where do you go from here---and why should it encourage other horse people across our state—and yes in Iowa and Minnesota---to go that direction in the future---
-------------Geri-------we saved some time to congratulate you---this is a big deal---all the winners---the young people you have helped---the lives you have changed---and somebody that always can be called by all those that you have helped
----------------------Geri----------------    In addition to winning and all that is going on ---why should young people be a part of FFA-----or adults that have been in FFA----perhaps comeback and help---you are needed----
-----------------------Geri------------------    Geri Eide and all those that made the trip---thanks for making us proud AGAIN---
    When we come back—Bryson Patterson is looking for some winners------and you can help nominate them with SBA—stay with us
10:44/00—KELO Commercials 10:46/00---Ag Biz 4    Bryson Patterson was named the SBA Director of South Dakota earlier this month—we want to give him a chance to talk about why you wanted to do this—and how South Dakota can keep helping businesses
-----------------Bryson -------------------
   Nominations needed---how do people do that—and share some categories---
-----------------Bryson---------------------    Who can you help with the SBA-------
   Laura Edwards---SD State Climatologist---
Our time is up-thank you for yours

October 29, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog—October 29, 2024—9-10-It’s YOUR Business
   As part of our shows this week we have been encouraging our listeners---to be prepared when you go to the polls and vote now that absentee voting has closed.
   Today---Matt Merritt from Paulsen Agency was with us---and reminded voters that the Initiated Ballots throw people if they haven’t looked at them before they get to the polls.
    We talked about Initiated Measure 28, 29, Referred Law 21, Amendment G and Amendment H.
    You can go on line and pull the information that is officially put out by the State of South Dakota. Why? These issues can have a lot more affect on lives then those that are running for public office. 
    Our job was not to promote or poke holes in the issues. However the Ad people are good about changing a word here and there---and keeping you from completely understanding what it means.
     Most people go right to the candidates---they have faces---and sometimes the faces are more deceiving than the wording on the Issues.
     As I visited with some of those lead lawmakers in Pierre—at the Rotary Meeting in Sioux Falls Monday---I shared with them we were pushing to get the public aware you can’t only believe a :30 commercial. 
      Matt joined us this morning---and we were happy to see one of the two television companies actually explained on the air last night---the importance of one of the 7 issues. Thanks to them for jumping in.
       In our second segment we talked with Roy ---who was pushing the Cannabis issue----being and old prescription guy –he was sharing the importance of the issue and the importance of needing the option. 
       Matt was able to help us understand more about the checkoffs and the fact they need advocates too. Past efforts from DC seek to undermine the ag promotions. Checkoffs have to balance the need to communicate with farmers against the fact that what they’re doing is not supposed to share what farmers are facing.
       Gerri Eide---FFA of South Dakota talked to us about her young membership and how they did so well in Indianapolis last week. We talked with the two that won first place in horse evaluation team. We introduced them to our audience in the 10:00 show—and realize that this is a very big deal for South Dakota and our horses and training.
       Joe Kirby----joined us----and the State Headline read---Republican Party Bosses Spooked---caught our attention. They are issuing press releases and lists of names of entrenched politicians and members of the political class who opposed opening the state’s primaries to all legal South Dakota voters. In essence according to Kirby—party bosses value the interests of their part over the constitutional voting rights of their fellow citizens. 
        As Mr. Kirby pointed out Amendment H is on the November 5th ballot –all candidates for an office would be listed on a simple ballot—all legal voters would get that ballot—the top two vote getters would move on to the general election—most importantly all voters would get to vote. Kirby’s point is simple—Democracy works bet when all voters get to vote. 
        Interesting scenario. South Dakota is the only state that using that method in the mid-west part of the country. You can see why Republicans are keeping that value close to the vest.
        Our It’s YOUR Business ---gets down into the valley to bring you issues---I know people on both sides of the fence----but as a life long reporter----my job is simple—let the people decide. 
        Our It’s YOUR Business Show---tells us straight-----gives the readers and listeners options---and they can decide. Listen live to the show at 1320-105.1,-107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Questions for me –feel free to call-text at 605-728-2455 or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 
   Norm Anderson posts the podcast---and puts it on line—as quick as he gets the blog.

Blog—October 29, 2024—9-10-It’s YOUR Business    As part of our shows this week we have been encouraging our listeners---to be prepared when you go to the polls and vote now that absentee voting has closed.    Today---Matt Merritt from Paulsen Agency was with us---and reminded voters that the Initiated Ballots throw people if they haven’t looked at them before they get to the polls.     We talked about Initiated Measure 28, 29, Referred Law 21, Amendment G and Amendment H.     You can go on line and pull the information that is officially put out by the State of South Dakota. Why? These issues can have a lot more affect on lives then those that are running for public office.      Our job was not to promote or poke holes in the issues. However the Ad people are good about changing a word here and there---and keeping you from completely understanding what it means.      Most people go right to the candidates---they have faces---and sometimes the faces are more deceiving than the wording on the Issues.      As I visited with some of those lead lawmakers in Pierre—at the Rotary Meeting in Sioux Falls Monday---I shared with them we were pushing to get the public aware you can’t only believe a :30 commercial.        Matt joined us this morning---and we were happy to see one of the two television companies actually explained on the air last night---the importance of one of the 7 issues. Thanks to them for jumping in.        In our second segment we talked with Roy ---who was pushing the Cannabis issue----being and old prescription guy –he was sharing the importance of the issue and the importance of needing the option.         Matt was able to help us understand more about the checkoffs and the fact they need advocates too. Past efforts from DC seek to undermine the ag promotions. Checkoffs have to balance the need to communicate with farmers against the fact that what they’re doing is not supposed to share what farmers are facing.        Gerri Eide---FFA of South Dakota talked to us about her young membership and how they did so well in Indianapolis last week. We talked with the two that won first place in horse evaluation team. We introduced them to our audience in the 10:00 show—and realize that this is a very big deal for South Dakota and our horses and training.        Joe Kirby----joined us----and the State Headline read---Republican Party Bosses Spooked---caught our attention. They are issuing press releases and lists of names of entrenched politicians and members of the political class who opposed opening the state’s primaries to all legal South Dakota voters. In essence according to Kirby—party bosses value the interests of their part over the constitutional voting rights of their fellow citizens.          As Mr. Kirby pointed out Amendment H is on the November 5th ballot –all candidates for an office would be listed on a simple ballot—all legal voters would get that ballot—the top two vote getters would move on to the general election—most importantly all voters would get to vote. Kirby’s point is simple—Democracy works bet when all voters get to vote.          Interesting scenario. South Dakota is the only state that using that method in the mid-west part of the country. You can see why Republicans are keeping that value close to the vest.         Our It’s YOUR Business ---gets down into the valley to bring you issues---I know people on both sides of the fence----but as a life long reporter----my job is simple—let the people decide.          Our It’s YOUR Business Show---tells us straight-----gives the readers and listeners options---and they can decide. Listen live to the show at 1320-105.1,-107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Questions for me –feel free to call-text at 605-728-2455 or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.     Norm Anderson posts the podcast---and puts it on line—as quick as he gets the blog.

 October 29, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-October 28, 2024-10-11-It’s YOUR Agri Business
   Casey Crabtree joined us this morning to lead off the Agri Business Show.
   The Governor’s Hunt was held this weekend—and Casey set the stage for this on Friday---and we wanted to follow up today. 
    Good turnout---for the Annual Event—and it is privately paid for—and not by the state.
    75% voter turnout and Casey is hoping that it can be even higher. Lots of key issues that have to be decided----
    Casey talked a little about studying issues---and why what we do in South Dakota is so important to so-many people. 
    Danita Murray---SD Corn was able to talk about the good yields and the hopes for 2025. We appreciate having Danita with us as well SD Soybeans Jerry Schmitz. They help us update as often as we can—what we are seeing from the fields and hoping for in the trade with other countries. We thank them for being open with us and sharing stories when indeed they are breaking.
    It was a full interview in the 9-10 show—but we had a segment with Operation Round Up—Jay Bucholz. It’s important that they can take a few dollars here and there to help communities—likes Hills with some Playground Equipment. And others. Thank you for doing that---and as we talk---thanks for giving us some tips on setting energy readings in the house. That can help our listeners---and we like that.
    Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank gave us some updates on the work they do as the Planners. Whether it be agriculture---businesses—the young or the older residents-----we appreciate that twice a week we give those that listen and those they tell---that there is help to be more efficient. 
    Sarah Heinrich—had the Growing Harvest Network from Fargo----Matt Swenson gave us the morning commodities and big board on Wall Street numbers. 
    Bryson Patterson—now Director of SBA in South Dakota---explained their National Veterans Small Business Week is ahead. We will follow along---and remind you of small business week as well.
    Rock Nelson had the Rock Report talking with Rob Hrabe—Chairman/CEO of VRC Metals in Rapid City. They started in 2013---they grew out of some research that was being done at the SD School of Mines and Technology with regard to repair of aging aircraft. He was a consultant on that study and learned that there is a real need to help commercialize technology eing developed in the labs at the School of Mines. 
    He did tell us what makes his machines better than the machines that his competitors have. All of their machines are manufactured at the facility in Box Elder. 
    Iowa Climatologist Justin Glisin looked at Halloween and what is ahead. 

Blog-October 28, 2024-10-11-It’s YOUR Agri Business    Casey Crabtree joined us this morning to lead off the Agri Business Show.    The Governor’s Hunt was held this weekend—and Casey set the stage for this on Friday---and we wanted to follow up today.      Good turnout---for the Annual Event—and it is privately paid for—and not by the state.     75% voter turnout and Casey is hoping that it can be even higher. Lots of key issues that have to be decided----     Casey talked a little about studying issues---and why what we do in South Dakota is so important to so-many people.      Danita Murray---SD Corn was able to talk about the good yields and the hopes for 2025. We appreciate having Danita with us as well SD Soybeans Jerry Schmitz. They help us update as often as we can—what we are seeing from the fields and hoping for in the trade with other countries. We thank them for being open with us and sharing stories when indeed they are breaking.     It was a full interview in the 9-10 show—but we had a segment with Operation Round Up—Jay Bucholz. It’s important that they can take a few dollars here and there to help communities—likes Hills with some Playground Equipment. And others. Thank you for doing that---and as we talk---thanks for giving us some tips on setting energy readings in the house. That can help our listeners---and we like that.     Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank gave us some updates on the work they do as the Planners. Whether it be agriculture---businesses—the young or the older residents-----we appreciate that twice a week we give those that listen and those they tell---that there is help to be more efficient.      Sarah Heinrich—had the Growing Harvest Network from Fargo----Matt Swenson gave us the morning commodities and big board on Wall Street numbers.      Bryson Patterson—now Director of SBA in South Dakota---explained their National Veterans Small Business Week is ahead. We will follow along---and remind you of small business week as well.     Rock Nelson had the Rock Report talking with Rob Hrabe—Chairman/CEO of VRC Metals in Rapid City. They started in 2013---they grew out of some research that was being done at the SD School of Mines and Technology with regard to repair of aging aircraft. He was a consultant on that study and learned that there is a real need to help commercialize technology eing developed in the labs at the School of Mines.      He did tell us what makes his machines better than the machines that his competitors have. All of their machines are manufactured at the facility in Box Elder.      Iowa Climatologist Justin Glisin looked at Halloween and what is ahead.

 October 28, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog—October 28, 2024—9-10—It’s YOUR Business
   Our It’s YOUR Business Show this week---is reminding people not to go to the polls without studying the 7 amendments----and the candidates.
   Perhaps this year—more than I have seen it in the past----we are seeing reminders from those supporting or opposing issues about the amendments. Some of our listeners and residents are complaining that when they change 1 word or phrase it makes a difference how they would want to vote.
   So Matt Merritt---long time friend in the Agency side at Paulsen Agency---agreed to join us this week to talk about the importance of not just relying on what you see or hear or read about an issue. As complicated as they are----you as the voter ---need to make sure what you are voting on----giving it as much importance as you would candidates in the race.
    Matt did talk us thru----the importance of you as the voter knowing what the consequences will be. It’s the least we can do for the election.
    Growth Energy gave us some news to consider----Chris Blylees explained that it may have been California that showed would could be happening when they issued a directive to expedite measures that could lead to lower gas prices without compromising environmental protections. We ask Chris—on what we might expect in the center of the country with energy prices—starting to drop—and perhaps give the consumer a little relief. And he answered—it should make a difference---just be a good student of what is happening and where.
    Nice to visit with Tyler Torkeson---Sioux Metro Alliance. Last week---we followed as Tyler welcomed a new baby into his family—this week he was talking about the Growth of his organization—16 communities in South Dakota---and they are working together. The first Gentleman of South Dakota---Mr. Noem visited recently and was impressed by how our communities are working together. We asked today if it can be a model to other parts of South Dakota—and perhaps Tyler and team could be adding neighbors from across the border.
    To me having worked media in a dozen states thru several decades-this is perhaps the best work by communities to come together. We can only hope that there will be more of this in every corner of our State. 
     Operation Round up was something we wanted to include from Sioux Valley Energy----Jay Buchholdt was with us----and they do an event called Operation Round-up---most recent recipient was Hills, Minnesota-that got some playground equipment. Thru the years this has amounted to a lot of dollars from Operation Round Up---and you’ll want to listen to the Blog to understand what they are doing and how they are doing it. We also got a listen on how to set thermometers to temperatures that could help in the cold  months ahead.
     Our It’s YOUR Business Shows---bring together people with story lines that help all of us---whether it’s voting---what you pay at the gas pump—how an alliance can help work together ---and a Mayor like Paul Ten Haken can help as we go along. 
     Listen live to our show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-App—streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson will post the podcast with this blog as a guide to what is in the show and where—you can reach me at Bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog—October 28, 2024—9-10—It’s YOUR Business    Our It’s YOUR Business Show this week---is reminding people not to go to the polls without studying the 7 amendments----and the candidates.    Perhaps this year—more than I have seen it in the past----we are seeing reminders from those supporting or opposing issues about the amendments. Some of our listeners and residents are complaining that when they change 1 word or phrase it makes a difference how they would want to vote.    So Matt Merritt---long time friend in the Agency side at Paulsen Agency---agreed to join us this week to talk about the importance of not just relying on what you see or hear or read about an issue. As complicated as they are----you as the voter ---need to make sure what you are voting on----giving it as much importance as you would candidates in the race.     Matt did talk us thru----the importance of you as the voter knowing what the consequences will be. It’s the least we can do for the election.     Growth Energy gave us some news to consider----Chris Blylees explained that it may have been California that showed would could be happening when they issued a directive to expedite measures that could lead to lower gas prices without compromising environmental protections. We ask Chris—on what we might expect in the center of the country with energy prices—starting to drop—and perhaps give the consumer a little relief. And he answered—it should make a difference---just be a good student of what is happening and where.     Nice to visit with Tyler Torkeson---Sioux Metro Alliance. Last week---we followed as Tyler welcomed a new baby into his family—this week he was talking about the Growth of his organization—16 communities in South Dakota---and they are working together. The first Gentleman of South Dakota---Mr. Noem visited recently and was impressed by how our communities are working together. We asked today if it can be a model to other parts of South Dakota—and perhaps Tyler and team could be adding neighbors from across the border.     To me having worked media in a dozen states thru several decades-this is perhaps the best work by communities to come together. We can only hope that there will be more of this in every corner of our State.       Operation Round up was something we wanted to include from Sioux Valley Energy----Jay Buchholdt was with us----and they do an event called Operation Round-up---most recent recipient was Hills, Minnesota-that got some playground equipment. Thru the years this has amounted to a lot of dollars from Operation Round Up---and you’ll want to listen to the Blog to understand what they are doing and how they are doing it. We also got a listen on how to set thermometers to temperatures that could help in the cold  months ahead.      Our It’s YOUR Business Shows---bring together people with story lines that help all of us---whether it’s voting---what you pay at the gas pump—how an alliance can help work together ---and a Mayor like Paul Ten Haken can help as we go along.       Listen live to our show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-App—streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson will post the podcast with this blog as a guide to what is in the show and where—you can reach me at Bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

 October 28, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-October 25, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business
   Last Friday of October—and it was a pretty darn good farm show. For instance Darren Hefty—Ag PHD---yes he talks with us, farms with his brother near Baltic, does a Sirius Farm Show—the only one they do nationwide. 
   Today we talked about the election---people still be confused with the initiated Measures on the Ballot. Even farmers are confused---you have trouble believing the commercials that only tell the side they want to-----and how could farm organizations be that far apart of what is good for the farm community?
    Darren is a good one to listen to---and I’d take his advise before many of the political officials who only walk on what side of the street that helps them—but maybe not you or your community.
    There was a Statewide Summit that I attended on Thursday----Michael Cartney—who is now  Ex Offico of Community Education center in Watertown---helped plan this one –and even invited a reporter like me to join them this week.
     I took it seriously----and stayed for nearly 6 hours---to listen to 40-50 experts that were –talking about best way to get Ukrainians into South Dakota. Many of those from Ukraine have found that South Dakota is perhaps closer to the way they do things then the west or east coasts---or other communities—that have a style of living that probably wouldn’t be able to attract those from Ukraine.
     As a reporter---and yes from a farm family too—it was interesting to listen to the stats which showed South Dakota was attractive to many—and that in our state—there are more and more openings. Big problem---finding housing in small towns that really need the help or being able to pay some of the expected tolls in Rapid City of Sioux Falls.
     Cartney and team was able to bring some of the Ukrainians to the event at the McCrossan’s Boys Ranch. We heard from those handling living sites that the Ukrainians for the most part are respectful and follow the rules. That may be the reason South Dakota is getting some serious looks.
      What a cross-section attended—lawmakers-educators-those that study stats that are important---a nun------and people from small town communities looking to compete with housing.
      We learned as well out what war in Ukraine does to families---if it doesn’t take their lives—it can divide them. The women and children can make the trip to the US—but they have to have funding. Often times the men have to stay and fight.
       We met 4 families ----Alla ---who is a part of our show each Friday—having brought her sisters, her mom and finally her dad to Salem, South Dakota in the last few years. 
        We heard from Costello Property Management—Ashley Bruske—Regional Manager ---about how respectful the Ukrainians are with the property. She was convinced---and it made me understand WHY Ukrainians are the target to come to South Dakota.
        We met two sisters—that baked unbelievable cakes---and even shared the afternoon snack---an unusual tomato soup---that had us all saying WOW.
        A good friend of ours Dwight Mogler Lyons County Iowa—brought some pork into the studio---and Kelly Stark from Chud’s Pub and Grub. They are in Larchwood and Dwight let it be know that they had just won a national award and we announced it on the air. He also shared that they little Pork Event they had a Chud’s was just a sample of what perhaps in the future—a Sioux Falls Restaurant could be serving.
    We’ll keep our eye on that one in the weeks ahead.
    Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO in Fargo---Matt Swenson---Swenson Commodities have the mid-day commodities. 
    Casey Crabtree---yes that Casey from Madison—shared what he was doing this week with the group talking the importance of Ellsworth and what they are putting out for the national grid. Today though he was helping promote the Governor’s Hunt in Humboldt. It’s a tradition—generally a week after the opening of the hunting season that the sitting Governor will lead ----Casey handles a lot of duties in his role in Pierre—but today he was collecting bottles and other stuff for the hunt which will include specially invited dignitaries across South Dakota.
     We’ve been following Gerri Eide’s work with her team of FFA members in Indianapolis. Josh Johnson---Brookings FFA talked to us about what they are accomplishing. South Dakota contingent in Indy this week finished 8th nationwide. 
     Obviously you’d like to do much better---but with all the winning communities we have talked to this week---Gerri and her team—and the schools and those that are students represented very well. We think it is great that we can feature them and encourage them---to keep doing what they are doing today, tomorrow and in the near and far future. Congratulations to all!!!
     Bryson Patterson—now SBA Director in South Dakota—talked with us a couple of times from Deadwood this week in the Women’s Conference. National officials took recommendations of so many of us---that said Bryson can carry on what Jaime Wood did for all of us over the last few years. 
     We closed the show with Iowa State Climatologist—Justin Glisin. She we were trying to look into the future. I probably could have gotten a meteorologist to take the bait---I know Laura Edwards would have done what Justin did today—stayed away from doing anything but being professional---looking ahead but not going too far. We are very fortunate to be able to work with both of them for our listening audience.
     Thank you!!!!!
      Our It’s YOUR Business and It’s YOUR Agri Business Shows are done from scratch. I put a few miles on my carcass by doing more than 5,000 TV newscasts and now am at 46-33 radio shows in Sioux Falls. It’s those people in our stories that we are featuring---and I always try to get information that the audience would enjoy.
      Listen live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson shares the podcast of the show---and I write the blog---you can reach we at 605-728-BILL (2455) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

Blog-October 25, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business    Last Friday of October—and it was a pretty darn good farm show. For instance Darren Hefty—Ag PHD---yes he talks with us, farms with his brother near Baltic, does a Sirius Farm Show—the only one they do nationwide.     Today we talked about the election---people still be confused with the initiated Measures on the Ballot. Even farmers are confused---you have trouble believing the commercials that only tell the side they want to-----and how could farm organizations be that far apart of what is good for the farm community?     Darren is a good one to listen to---and I’d take his advise before many of the political officials who only walk on what side of the street that helps them—but maybe not you or your community.     There was a Statewide Summit that I attended on Thursday----Michael Cartney—who is now  Ex Offico of Community Education center in Watertown---helped plan this one –and even invited a reporter like me to join them this week.      I took it seriously----and stayed for nearly 6 hours---to listen to 40-50 experts that were –talking about best way to get Ukrainians into South Dakota. Many of those from Ukraine have found that South Dakota is perhaps closer to the way they do things then the west or east coasts---or other communities—that have a style of living that probably wouldn’t be able to attract those from Ukraine.      As a reporter---and yes from a farm family too—it was interesting to listen to the stats which showed South Dakota was attractive to many—and that in our state—there are more and more openings. Big problem---finding housing in small towns that really need the help or being able to pay some of the expected tolls in Rapid City of Sioux Falls.      Cartney and team was able to bring some of the Ukrainians to the event at the McCrossan’s Boys Ranch. We heard from those handling living sites that the Ukrainians for the most part are respectful and follow the rules. That may be the reason South Dakota is getting some serious looks.       What a cross-section attended—lawmakers-educators-those that study stats that are important---a nun------and people from small town communities looking to compete with housing.       We learned as well out what war in Ukraine does to families---if it doesn’t take their lives—it can divide them. The women and children can make the trip to the US—but they have to have funding. Often times the men have to stay and fight.        We met 4 families ----Alla ---who is a part of our show each Friday—having brought her sisters, her mom and finally her dad to Salem, South Dakota in the last few years.          We heard from Costello Property Management—Ashley Bruske—Regional Manager ---about how respectful the Ukrainians are with the property. She was convinced---and it made me understand WHY Ukrainians are the target to come to South Dakota.         We met two sisters—that baked unbelievable cakes---and even shared the afternoon snack---an unusual tomato soup---that had us all saying WOW.         A good friend of ours Dwight Mogler Lyons County Iowa—brought some pork into the studio---and Kelly Stark from Chud’s Pub and Grub. They are in Larchwood and Dwight let it be know that they had just won a national award and we announced it on the air. He also shared that they little Pork Event they had a Chud’s was just a sample of what perhaps in the future—a Sioux Falls Restaurant could be serving.     We’ll keep our eye on that one in the weeks ahead.     Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO in Fargo---Matt Swenson---Swenson Commodities have the mid-day commodities.      Casey Crabtree---yes that Casey from Madison—shared what he was doing this week with the group talking the importance of Ellsworth and what they are putting out for the national grid. Today though he was helping promote the Governor’s Hunt in Humboldt. It’s a tradition—generally a week after the opening of the hunting season that the sitting Governor will lead ----Casey handles a lot of duties in his role in Pierre—but today he was collecting bottles and other stuff for the hunt which will include specially invited dignitaries across South Dakota.      We’ve been following Gerri Eide’s work with her team of FFA members in Indianapolis. Josh Johnson---Brookings FFA talked to us about what they are accomplishing. South Dakota contingent in Indy this week finished 8th nationwide.       Obviously you’d like to do much better---but with all the winning communities we have talked to this week---Gerri and her team—and the schools and those that are students represented very well. We think it is great that we can feature them and encourage them---to keep doing what they are doing today, tomorrow and in the near and far future. Congratulations to all!!!      Bryson Patterson—now SBA Director in South Dakota—talked with us a couple of times from Deadwood this week in the Women’s Conference. National officials took recommendations of so many of us---that said Bryson can carry on what Jaime Wood did for all of us over the last few years.       We closed the show with Iowa State Climatologist—Justin Glisin. She we were trying to look into the future. I probably could have gotten a meteorologist to take the bait---I know Laura Edwards would have done what Justin did today—stayed away from doing anything but being professional---looking ahead but not going too far. We are very fortunate to be able to work with both of them for our listening audience.      Thank you!!!!!       Our It’s YOUR Business and It’s YOUR Agri Business Shows are done from scratch. I put a few miles on my carcass by doing more than 5,000 TV newscasts and now am at 46-33 radio shows in Sioux Falls. It’s those people in our stories that we are featuring---and I always try to get information that the audience would enjoy.       Listen live at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson shares the podcast of the show---and I write the blog---you can reach we at 605-728-BILL (2455) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

 October 25, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-October 25, 2024—9-10—It’s YOUR Business
   The last Friday of October---and we had a lot to cover in both hours---
    To start with Jodi Schwan---Sioux Falls business—Sanford—she talked about the profile as well as the proposed Wisconsin merger. Our hopes are that this time the merger will happen.
     The Compass Center---layoffs—one of 41 businesses affected in trying to help as a non-profit that serves victims. Feds said it was the last $5 million they would deliver-----and South Dakota was like the other states---no profit---but you are still expected to help the victims. We’ll see how this plays out after the arguments about spending in a Presidential Election  Year.
     Jodi does good work----and we did talk briefly about it on the air---our hopes are that other media will be able to find ways to do their stories in the time ahead.
     Jessie Schmidt---BBB of South Dakota---the topic again involves scammers—Medicare of Healthcare time to renew---and if you follow Jessie ---you’ll realize there is a way to do it---and stay covered and not be swindled along the way. 
      In one of the reports—the target reported that a caller pretended to be an agent “asking if I got a new updated Medicare card in the mail. And of course he then wanted to verify the name and mailing address—and shared to get rid of my old card but read off into to him on the lower right side of the card. And he finally wanted the card number. 
      Another targeted thru a text saying his health benefits were about to expire and he needed to call the number to renew. 
      All examples of what not to fall for.
      Go to the BBB for the report and learn additional come-on’s.

       A week after we followed the arrival of hunters to Sioux Falls---and all over South Dakota---we got an update from Teri Schmidt---Experience Sioux Falls and Kip Rounds Game Fish and Parks.  Big numbers reported and we heard of some of the favorable comments about enjoying visiting South Dakota---and being happy to hunt the birds. Thanks to both Kip and Teri for keeping us informed. We’ll continue to work to let people know how much we enjoy having them come to visit.

      We reminded the audience about the Initiated Measures being discussed Friday night at West Central High Auditorium 7-9. 
       Five Measures being discussed and they have found people to discuss both sides. Important to know what you are voting for---not just believing what one side is saying on the street, on the picture tube, the radio---or even phone calls. Local residents in the Hartford-Humboldt area were encouraged to attend on Friday night—and we hope they do.
       Dr. Allen Unruh---talked about Heinrich who has had numbness in his feet for at least 2 years and hot burning sensations. He was taking gabapentin with a lot of side effects. Dr. Unruh asked him how much it had improved in the last couple of months and he said at least 50%. Heinrich said he has been improving each week. 
        When he came in he had no feeling sort of Harley on pinwheel test no feeling on vibration of the feet. Cool sensation 
        With his improvements he signed up for another 8 visits and is pleased with his results. 
        We’ll talk to you next week about an event he will have to give those that are interested to come together for a clinic late in the afternoon----perhaps next week or early November.

       John Gaskins took us through the big game Saturday night with USD-SDSU---should be interesting as the team try to stay near the top of the Rankings. USF and Augie are still in contention for the NSIC Title Game.
       High Schools were off on this Thursday night—if I remember right –each year about this time—they have teachers meetings on the Friday---and it is basically near the end of the regular football season. 
       The Vikings lost their 2nd game in 5 days last night---so much for a perfect season. What’s next? A WIN would help.
      Jimmy Ohlander---Sioux Falls Hockey talked us thru the early start of the 2024-2025 Hockey Season. You’ll want to listen to him to see which two players we talked about—where they were—and where they are at—and any events that could perhaps get you to follow the hockey puck in Sioux Falls.
      We closed the show with Diana Patterson—Sanford Career Opportunities. The slot this week is a coding position---but you can use Sanford resources to find the complete list of open opportunities.
      Our It’s YOUR Business Show makes a lot of contacts—follows a lot of important story-lines and includes those that are in business to help. 
      Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO-APP or streaming on line.
      Norm Anderson posts the Podcast----and me—I’m Bill Zortman I write the stories—the podcast—and give you an opportunity to work with us on story lines and your business.
      Feel free to call—605-728-BILL or emails me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog-October 25, 2024—9-10—It’s YOUR Business    The last Friday of October---and we had a lot to cover in both hours---     To start with Jodi Schwan---Sioux Falls business—Sanford—she talked about the profile as well as the proposed Wisconsin merger. Our hopes are that this time the merger will happen.      The Compass Center---layoffs—one of 41 businesses affected in trying to help as a non-profit that serves victims. Feds said it was the last $5 million they would deliver-----and South Dakota was like the other states---no profit---but you are still expected to help the victims. We’ll see how this plays out after the arguments about spending in a Presidential Election  Year.      Jodi does good work----and we did talk briefly about it on the air---our hopes are that other media will be able to find ways to do their stories in the time ahead.      Jessie Schmidt---BBB of South Dakota---the topic again involves scammers—Medicare of Healthcare time to renew---and if you follow Jessie ---you’ll realize there is a way to do it---and stay covered and not be swindled along the way.        In one of the reports—the target reported that a caller pretended to be an agent “asking if I got a new updated Medicare card in the mail. And of course he then wanted to verify the name and mailing address—and shared to get rid of my old card but read off into to him on the lower right side of the card. And he finally wanted the card number.        Another targeted thru a text saying his health benefits were about to expire and he needed to call the number to renew.        All examples of what not to fall for.       Go to the BBB for the report and learn additional come-on’s.
       A week after we followed the arrival of hunters to Sioux Falls---and all over South Dakota---we got an update from Teri Schmidt---Experience Sioux Falls and Kip Rounds Game Fish and Parks.  Big numbers reported and we heard of some of the favorable comments about enjoying visiting South Dakota---and being happy to hunt the birds. Thanks to both Kip and Teri for keeping us informed. We’ll continue to work to let people know how much we enjoy having them come to visit.
      We reminded the audience about the Initiated Measures being discussed Friday night at West Central High Auditorium 7-9.         Five Measures being discussed and they have found people to discuss both sides. Important to know what you are voting for---not just believing what one side is saying on the street, on the picture tube, the radio---or even phone calls. Local residents in the Hartford-Humboldt area were encouraged to attend on Friday night—and we hope they do.        Dr. Allen Unruh---talked about Heinrich who has had numbness in his feet for at least 2 years and hot burning sensations. He was taking gabapentin with a lot of side effects. Dr. Unruh asked him how much it had improved in the last couple of months and he said at least 50%. Heinrich said he has been improving each week.          When he came in he had no feeling sort of Harley on pinwheel test no feeling on vibration of the feet. Cool sensation          With his improvements he signed up for another 8 visits and is pleased with his results.          We’ll talk to you next week about an event he will have to give those that are interested to come together for a clinic late in the afternoon----perhaps next week or early November.
       John Gaskins took us through the big game Saturday night with USD-SDSU---should be interesting as the team try to stay near the top of the Rankings. USF and Augie are still in contention for the NSIC Title Game.        High Schools were off on this Thursday night—if I remember right –each year about this time—they have teachers meetings on the Friday---and it is basically near the end of the regular football season.         The Vikings lost their 2nd game in 5 days last night---so much for a perfect season. What’s next? A WIN would help.       Jimmy Ohlander---Sioux Falls Hockey talked us thru the early start of the 2024-2025 Hockey Season. You’ll want to listen to him to see which two players we talked about—where they were—and where they are at—and any events that could perhaps get you to follow the hockey puck in Sioux Falls.       We closed the show with Diana Patterson—Sanford Career Opportunities. The slot this week is a coding position---but you can use Sanford resources to find the complete list of open opportunities.       Our It’s YOUR Business Show makes a lot of contacts—follows a lot of important story-lines and includes those that are in business to help.        Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO-APP or streaming on line.       Norm Anderson posts the Podcast----and me—I’m Bill Zortman I write the stories—the podcast—and give you an opportunity to work with us on story lines and your business.       Feel free to call—605-728-BILL or emails me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

October 25, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

October 23, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business---Show 46-32
   I’m Bill Zortman and welcome to It’s YOUR Agri Business---Show 46-32 in our original It’s YOUR Business Series….
   Thursday for me is traditionally a day –I don’t do my It’s YOUR Business and Agri Business Shows----but tomorrow----I’m going to be a little busy with Michael Cartney and a special Ukrainian event at McCrossan Boys Ranch.
    Michael----tell us about the day----and what all you have been able to add this week as you did the preparation that may in-deed bring together some very valuable workers for South Dakota Business---and for those from Ukraine—the opportunity to really show what they can do---

    For those that don’t know share with our audience----the numbers like there are 380,000 Ukrainians in the US---600 are already in South Dakota and quite frankly those 600 have a lot of success stories and being fulfilled by working here…so that brings us to the summit tomorrow at McCrossan----
---------------------Michael---
-------------we know that there are some similarities with those from Ukraine with agriculture---and being willing to work hard—and be part of their communities
--------------what else can you share-----and what are your hopes tomorrow with this Freedom Haven project----
----------------------Michael-----------
   Sponsored by Sanford-----
   Who should be a part of it---and what time should we be at McCrossan on Thursday----
-----------------------Michael------------
    Each Friday we visit with Alla—who has brought her sisters from Ukraine—and now her parents---she advocates for the Ukrainians---and helps us understand what is happening on the world stage in Ukraine—sometimes its not very easy for her---
-------------------------Michael--------------
    I look forward to being part of the Freedom Haven Project tomorrow at McCrossan and have a report on Friday---are you game?

   There was another story we shared with our audience this week with the help of Casey Crabtree and the Attorney General Jackley----
    Marty announced that $5 million in grants will be shared by 41 SD organizations to use to assist children who have been abused or neglected, victims of domestic violence and victims of sexual assaults—
    Money for the grants was included in Senate Bill 168—which provides one-time general funds to be used for the grants—the grants are for organizations that do not receive full funding from the federal Victims of Crime Act Grant—
    From one of the agencies this morning ---Michelle Trent is the Executive Director of the Compass Center—one of those organizations and Charlotte Heckman---is with her -----
    They are working for the cause—but the picture is much bigger as the funds they distributed are a one-time fund----

----------tell us more about the people you serve is at the 
Voca funding crisis---impact on victim services---ongoing need for sustainable funding and highlighting the role or organizations like theirs in support of victims of domestic violence and sexual assault---

-------------------and---and-----------lawmakers—how have they helped—and I understand it is not just a South Dakota problems—other states are facing some of the challenges---

-----------Michelle---and Charlotte----

How people can help------
Who is going to be without services---under the guidelines now—

  10:21/21—KELO Commercials
  10:23/15---Ag Biz 2
((((Music-----Plains Commerce Bank))))
----------Nolan Clarke Plains Commerce  joins us this morning—they are the planners—tell us how you help those in agriculture—the families and the businesses---

---------------Nolan--------------how they reach---you---

Sarah Heinrich—has the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO Fargo—Matt Swenson—the morning Commodities---

10:28/00—Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest Network
10:30/00----kelo commercials
10:32--------Ag Biz 3
   Matt Swenson----Swenson Commodities joins us with the morning numbers---what are you seeing for the grain—the meat—the energy and yes the Big Board on Wall Street----

-------------------Matt-------------------

   Gerri Eide—FFA of South Dakota---Abbie Chase—Service Learning national proficiency –finalist from McCook Center and another McCook Central National Agriscience Fair Finalist---

And Terri R-----

Indianapolis----FFA Students----

10:45/00—KELO Commercials
10:47/00---Ag Biz 4
We have been sharing inside information on the Measures on the Ballot----here is a clip from the West Central Forum that is scheduled 7 to 9PM on issues 28, 29, 21—G and H on Friday 7-9 at West Central High School----

----------possibly mr tree---


Our time is up—thank you for yours-----

October 23, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business---Show 46-32    I’m Bill Zortman and welcome to It’s YOUR Agri Business---Show 46-32 in our original It’s YOUR Business Series….    Thursday for me is traditionally a day –I don’t do my It’s YOUR Business and Agri Business Shows----but tomorrow----I’m going to be a little busy with Michael Cartney and a special Ukrainian event at McCrossan Boys Ranch.     Michael----tell us about the day----and what all you have been able to add this week as you did the preparation that may in-deed bring together some very valuable workers for South Dakota Business---and for those from Ukraine—the opportunity to really show what they can do---
    For those that don’t know share with our audience----the numbers like there are 380,000 Ukrainians in the US---600 are already in South Dakota and quite frankly those 600 have a lot of success stories and being fulfilled by working here…so that brings us to the summit tomorrow at McCrossan---- ---------------------Michael--- -------------we know that there are some similarities with those from Ukraine with agriculture---and being willing to work hard—and be part of their communities --------------what else can you share-----and what are your hopes tomorrow with this Freedom Haven project---- ----------------------Michael-----------    Sponsored by Sanford-----    Who should be a part of it---and what time should we be at McCrossan on Thursday---- -----------------------Michael------------     Each Friday we visit with Alla—who has brought her sisters from Ukraine—and now her parents---she advocates for the Ukrainians---and helps us understand what is happening on the world stage in Ukraine—sometimes its not very easy for her--- -------------------------Michael--------------     I look forward to being part of the Freedom Haven Project tomorrow at McCrossan and have a report on Friday---are you game?
   There was another story we shared with our audience this week with the help of Casey Crabtree and the Attorney General Jackley----     Marty announced that $5 million in grants will be shared by 41 SD organizations to use to assist children who have been abused or neglected, victims of domestic violence and victims of sexual assaults—     Money for the grants was included in Senate Bill 168—which provides one-time general funds to be used for the grants—the grants are for organizations that do not receive full funding from the federal Victims of Crime Act Grant—     From one of the agencies this morning ---Michelle Trent is the Executive Director of the Compass Center—one of those organizations and Charlotte Heckman---is with her -----     They are working for the cause—but the picture is much bigger as the funds they distributed are a one-time fund----
----------tell us more about the people you serve is at the  Voca funding crisis---impact on victim services---ongoing need for sustainable funding and highlighting the role or organizations like theirs in support of victims of domestic violence and sexual assault---
-------------------and---and-----------lawmakers—how have they helped—and I understand it is not just a South Dakota problems—other states are facing some of the challenges---
-----------Michelle---and Charlotte----
How people can help------ Who is going to be without services---under the guidelines now—
  10:21/21—KELO Commercials   10:23/15---Ag Biz 2 ((((Music-----Plains Commerce Bank)))) ----------Nolan Clarke Plains Commerce  joins us this morning—they are the planners—tell us how you help those in agriculture—the families and the businesses---
---------------Nolan--------------how they reach---you---
Sarah Heinrich—has the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO Fargo—Matt Swenson—the morning Commodities---
10:28/00—Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest Network 10:30/00----kelo commercials 10:32--------Ag Biz 3    Matt Swenson----Swenson Commodities joins us with the morning numbers---what are you seeing for the grain—the meat—the energy and yes the Big Board on Wall Street----
-------------------Matt-------------------
   Gerri Eide—FFA of South Dakota---Abbie Chase—Service Learning national proficiency –finalist from McCook Center and another McCook Central National Agriscience Fair Finalist---
And Terri R-----
Indianapolis----FFA Students----
10:45/00—KELO Commercials 10:47/00---Ag Biz 4 We have been sharing inside information on the Measures on the Ballot----here is a clip from the West Central Forum that is scheduled 7 to 9PM on issues 28, 29, 21—G and H on Friday 7-9 at West Central High School----
----------possibly mr tree---
 Our time is up—thank you for yours-----

October 23, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog---October 23, 2024-9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday
    Our Working on Wellness Wednesday---9-10---gives us an opportunity to get updates on health care and wellness in our listening area.
    Today---The Sioux Falls Health Director—Joe Kippley start the show—talking about the City Ambulance Service Agreement----Joe had done a ride along—and he took us thru Ambulance comings and goings---fire departments----and patients what they should expect. 
    Joe explained that they will do a Contract update in 2026. Director Kippley---gave us the ABC’s on what to know---what to expect----and how Fire Departments sometime get to the scene of an emergency before the Ambulance works does. He made us all think about the Ambulance and what to do when we need it. Next time we should be ready.
    Shelly Johnson—DakotAbilities----talked with us about the October 25th performance of the The Snow Queen on stage at the Longfellow Center in partnership with Black Hills Community Playhouse. The plays are free and open to the public----
    It is an opportunity for eleven people to use support when it comes to performing on stage. Practice makes perfect and yes it teachers teamwork, discipline, responsibility and self-confidence. Practices are held 2 times a week for 6-7 weeks leading up to the performance. Shelly is the Director of Development. 
    Amy Farr---Hartford Chamber of Commerce talked with us about a neat program Friday night 7-9 at the West Central High School Auditorium. They will be utilizing some pretty smart dudes and ladies to talk about Initiatives 28, 29, Referred Law 21, Amendment G and Amendment H.
    The forum aims to educate the community on the most pressing topics that voters will face, offering a platform for open discussion and informed decision-making ahead of the November 5th election. 
     Lisa Ottmar---with the Helpline Center---took us thru their big event tonight at Our Saviors Lutheran Church at 909 W 33rd. Mayor Paul Ten Haken will be moderating the program----and Drew Robinson is the speaker that flew into town last night. He is a former Major League Baseball Player and now a mental health advocate. He survived an attempt he made to make his own life. The audience will learn---and with 48,000 people dying by suicide in the US each year---his talk and others are needed. The funds for the Robinson project in Sioux Falls came from the funds raised with the 437 Project----it was the 3rd Annual Projected raising funds to help the Helpline Center.
     Great project that is needed—and we followed the runners across South Dakota—we wanted to follow this suicide story line as well. Individuals are already scheduling themselves to run across South Dakota for 2025.
     Our Working on Wellness Story---appreciates all those in our community and area that help us share medical developments—whether it be saving lives from suicides or from germs and sickness.
     You can listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on Line or just ask Alexa. Look for the 9-10 Show October 23, 2024. Feel free to call/text me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. Or call me at 605-728-BILL. 

Blog---October 23, 2024-9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday     Our Working on Wellness Wednesday---9-10---gives us an opportunity to get updates on health care and wellness in our listening area.     Today---The Sioux Falls Health Director—Joe Kippley start the show—talking about the City Ambulance Service Agreement----Joe had done a ride along—and he took us thru Ambulance comings and goings---fire departments----and patients what they should expect.      Joe explained that they will do a Contract update in 2026. Director Kippley---gave us the ABC’s on what to know---what to expect----and how Fire Departments sometime get to the scene of an emergency before the Ambulance works does. He made us all think about the Ambulance and what to do when we need it. Next time we should be ready.     Shelly Johnson—DakotAbilities----talked with us about the October 25th performance of the The Snow Queen on stage at the Longfellow Center in partnership with Black Hills Community Playhouse. The plays are free and open to the public----     It is an opportunity for eleven people to use support when it comes to performing on stage. Practice makes perfect and yes it teachers teamwork, discipline, responsibility and self-confidence. Practices are held 2 times a week for 6-7 weeks leading up to the performance. Shelly is the Director of Development.      Amy Farr---Hartford Chamber of Commerce talked with us about a neat program Friday night 7-9 at the West Central High School Auditorium. They will be utilizing some pretty smart dudes and ladies to talk about Initiatives 28, 29, Referred Law 21, Amendment G and Amendment H.     The forum aims to educate the community on the most pressing topics that voters will face, offering a platform for open discussion and informed decision-making ahead of the November 5th election.       Lisa Ottmar---with the Helpline Center---took us thru their big event tonight at Our Saviors Lutheran Church at 909 W 33rd. Mayor Paul Ten Haken will be moderating the program----and Drew Robinson is the speaker that flew into town last night. He is a former Major League Baseball Player and now a mental health advocate. He survived an attempt he made to make his own life. The audience will learn---and with 48,000 people dying by suicide in the US each year---his talk and others are needed. The funds for the Robinson project in Sioux Falls came from the funds raised with the 437 Project----it was the 3rd Annual Projected raising funds to help the Helpline Center.      Great project that is needed—and we followed the runners across South Dakota—we wanted to follow this suicide story line as well. Individuals are already scheduling themselves to run across South Dakota for 2025.      Our Working on Wellness Story---appreciates all those in our community and area that help us share medical developments—whether it be saving lives from suicides or from germs and sickness.      You can listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on Line or just ask Alexa. Look for the 9-10 Show October 23, 2024. Feel free to call/text me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. Or call me at 605-728-BILL.

 October 23, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business - Working on Wellness Wednesday

October 22, 2024 10AM - SD Farm Bureau Town & Country Show

Blog---October 22, 2024—9-10—It’s YOUR Business
   Our It’s YOUR Business Show---likes to bring people together—to talk issues that are important to them and to our audience both business and agri-business----
   In this Tuesday morning show---a pretty good cast of characters--- we started with South Dakota’s only Congressman----Dusty Johnson. On this day he was out of DC---and visiting and working in Brookings. 
   For Dusty---we wanted to know about two events he was leading ----one was a meeting at Stoney/Brook Assisted Living—the other the South Dakota Biotech Summit Fireside Chat. As the Congressman shared the Biotech issue is something that would create a lot of Q&A---and as he shared---Biotech is a big deal---Dusty is plugged into that---because his constituents want to know where we are and yes where it is going. 
    We also talked about issues not only affecting South Dakota---but around the country. With as Dusty shared---one of the tightest national election we have seen in decades---every issue seems to bring differences of opinion. Not only is the White House up for grabs---but the House and the Senate---it could be the difference from the party who inherits the White House for 4 years to one that will be anything but the LOYAL OPPOSITION.
     Tight as well is the House and the Senate. Dusty did talk about his opponent but to him he was commending her for running for being courteous ----and for representing her political party. 
      Guest number 2----Michael Cartney—Leader at Lake Area Tech in Watertown. Coming up Thursday---a Summit at McCrossan Boy Ranch----Freedom Haven---with one important hope---that South Dakota would be able to find ways to encourage the 380,000 Ukrainians that are in the US—to consider making South Dakota a home. 600 are already making South Dakota there home and in the eyes of Freedom Haven---they would like to link more of them to South Dakota. We talked about how those that do need labor resources in South Dakota could be a part of the Summit at McCrossan’s Thursday. 
        Every Friday---we include Alla who helped move her family to South Dakota one or two at a time---and finally getting her mom and then her dad to move here. She has been one of the biggest promoters of South Dakota to her family and others from Ukraine---and we have been happy to help her keep our audience informed. This event at McCrossan will be another step in that direction.
         Yes I will be part of the McCrossan event on Thursday---and will do all I can to help bring workers and employers together.
        Not all the places that the Ukrainians have gone –mostly outside of South Dakota haven’t been as welcoming as what South Dakota is promising to be. Mr. Cartney will be with us Wednesday---and then we hope to have him back for a wrap on Friday---and perhaps even put him together with Alla---on what was seen—what the hopes are and where we go from here.
        One of the things we have been doing in he last 10 days—is to bring together those from South Dakota Farm Bureau and South Dakota Farmers Union—to talk about the 7 or is it 8 or 9 issues before the public? Today---Raul Berrones from Milbank helped us understand not only what he is doing at the National Farmers Union Convention in Indianapolis----as well as sharing his encouragement for voters to take the time to read the 7 or 8 amendments on the November 5th ballot. Raul and the others that have been on –encouraged people to PLEASE SEEK out what the Amendments mean----how the voters decide could be a step forward—or perhaps a step off a plank. Krystal Smid---who leads the South Dakota Farm Bureau did the same kind of discussion on one of the issues. Both of these farm organizations were talking RL-21----or another of the issues. Our hope was to bring the two organizations together for our audience---and that their encouragement to understand what the amendment means would in the end---make a difference in South Dakota.
    Both sides have been willing to talk---and they completely agree---find out what it means—and then realize who it is helping or who it would be hurting. We’ll continue to do that leading up to the November 5th election---2 weeks from today.
    Mitch Richter---represented South Dakota Farmers Union----and it is important from both sides—that voters not just guess what it means—find out—and help our citizens –not give them a hurting over a long period of time. 
     We closed the 9:00 Show with Mr. Tree John Ball---we talked about the colors---the dryness of the plants and the trees---and even how every county in Iowa ---all 99 have Emerald Ash Borers. It took awhile but the dryness---has been there—just like the disgusting flies that are buzzing and causing the pest-i-ness of their waiting for their Waterloo. 
      Our It’s YOUR Business Show----now at 4,630 shows---gives our audience a chance to learn –listen---and perhaps make a difference in their lives.
       Norm Anderson will post the show as a PODCAST---and you can use these notes as a guideline to what is in the show---and with the blog you get a general idea---where it can be found in the hour.
       Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog---October 22, 2024—9-10—It’s YOUR Business    Our It’s YOUR Business Show---likes to bring people together—to talk issues that are important to them and to our audience both business and agri-business----    In this Tuesday morning show---a pretty good cast of characters--- we started with South Dakota’s only Congressman----Dusty Johnson. On this day he was out of DC---and visiting and working in Brookings.     For Dusty---we wanted to know about two events he was leading ----one was a meeting at Stoney/Brook Assisted Living—the other the South Dakota Biotech Summit Fireside Chat. As the Congressman shared the Biotech issue is something that would create a lot of Q&amp;A---and as he shared---Biotech is a big deal---Dusty is plugged into that---because his constituents want to know where we are and yes where it is going.      We also talked about issues not only affecting South Dakota---but around the country. With as Dusty shared---one of the tightest national election we have seen in decades---every issue seems to bring differences of opinion. Not only is the White House up for grabs---but the House and the Senate---it could be the difference from the party who inherits the White House for 4 years to one that will be anything but the LOYAL OPPOSITION.      Tight as well is the House and the Senate. Dusty did talk about his opponent but to him he was commending her for running for being courteous ----and for representing her political party.        Guest number 2----Michael Cartney—Leader at Lake Area Tech in Watertown. Coming up Thursday---a Summit at McCrossan Boy Ranch----Freedom Haven---with one important hope---that South Dakota would be able to find ways to encourage the 380,000 Ukrainians that are in the US—to consider making South Dakota a home. 600 are already making South Dakota there home and in the eyes of Freedom Haven---they would like to link more of them to South Dakota. We talked about how those that do need labor resources in South Dakota could be a part of the Summit at McCrossan’s Thursday.          Every Friday---we include Alla who helped move her family to South Dakota one or two at a time---and finally getting her mom and then her dad to move here. She has been one of the biggest promoters of South Dakota to her family and others from Ukraine---and we have been happy to help her keep our audience informed. This event at McCrossan will be another step in that direction.          Yes I will be part of the McCrossan event on Thursday---and will do all I can to help bring workers and employers together.         Not all the places that the Ukrainians have gone –mostly outside of South Dakota haven’t been as welcoming as what South Dakota is promising to be. Mr. Cartney will be with us Wednesday---and then we hope to have him back for a wrap on Friday---and perhaps even put him together with Alla---on what was seen—what the hopes are and where we go from here.         One of the things we have been doing in he last 10 days—is to bring together those from South Dakota Farm Bureau and South Dakota Farmers Union—to talk about the 7 or is it 8 or 9 issues before the public? Today---Raul Berrones from Milbank helped us understand not only what he is doing at the National Farmers Union Convention in Indianapolis----as well as sharing his encouragement for voters to take the time to read the 7 or 8 amendments on the November 5th ballot. Raul and the others that have been on –encouraged people to PLEASE SEEK out what the Amendments mean----how the voters decide could be a step forward—or perhaps a step off a plank. Krystal Smid---who leads the South Dakota Farm Bureau did the same kind of discussion on one of the issues. Both of these farm organizations were talking RL-21----or another of the issues. Our hope was to bring the two organizations together for our audience---and that their encouragement to understand what the amendment means would in the end---make a difference in South Dakota.     Both sides have been willing to talk---and they completely agree---find out what it means—and then realize who it is helping or who it would be hurting. We’ll continue to do that leading up to the November 5th election---2 weeks from today.     Mitch Richter---represented South Dakota Farmers Union----and it is important from both sides—that voters not just guess what it means—find out—and help our citizens –not give them a hurting over a long period of time.       We closed the 9:00 Show with Mr. Tree John Ball---we talked about the colors---the dryness of the plants and the trees---and even how every county in Iowa ---all 99 have Emerald Ash Borers. It took awhile but the dryness---has been there—just like the disgusting flies that are buzzing and causing the pest-i-ness of their waiting for their Waterloo.        Our It’s YOUR Business Show----now at 4,630 shows---gives our audience a chance to learn –listen---and perhaps make a difference in their lives.        Norm Anderson will post the show as a PODCAST---and you can use these notes as a guideline to what is in the show---and with the blog you get a general idea---where it can be found in the hour.        Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

 October 22, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-October 21, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business
   Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show has been following along with some big story lines this week-----
    Friday 1500 or so Pheasant Hunters flew into South Dakota----we did our show with the help of Teri Schmidt---Excellence Sioux Falls---and Kip Rounds---SD Game Fish and Parks. It’s something we have been doing with our show for 14 or so years. Teri has been there for virtually everyone of those----and we utilized Teri’s help as well as Game Fish and Parks---welcoming the hunters---talking to the hunters and letting them share with us—what it means to come to our State year after year.
     That is the case this year. 
      While doing that we worked with Casey Crabtree---Leader in the SD Legislature along with the Attorney General Tony Jackley
       Here is part of the news release—that came out an hour after our story ran
– South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that $5 million in grants will be shared by 41 organizations who will use the funds to assist children who have been abused or neglected, victims of domestic violence, and victims of sexual assault.
“These grants will provide the resources needed to allow these organizations to assist victims of serious crime,” said Attorney General Jackley. “Thank you to this year’s Legislature and Governor Noem for their support of this worthy project.”
Money for the grants was included in Senate Bill 168 which provides one-time general funds to be used for the grants. The grants are for organizations that do not receive full funding from the federal Victims of Crime Act grant.
        Brent Baloun—Plains Commerce Bank---talked with us about the planning they do in agriculture—in business—for families---and what they are working on in the weeks ahead in 2024.
        We talked with Mitch Richter—SD Farmers Union and Matthew Bogue from SD Farm Bureau—about issues they favor in the 2024 special issues election. For the last week we have been sharing issues---as well as reminding people to make sure that they find out what the issues mean before they vote. The deadline for registering to vote is 5PM today.
       The Rock Report first talked to Dan Mueller SBA’s New District International Trade Officer for SD---then Bryson Patterson—the newly appoint SBA State Director had his questions. It was an interesting session and we all got to congratulate Mr. Patterson on his new position.
        We closed the show with Justi Glisin---Iowa State Climatologist and Laura Edwards the South Dakota State Climatologist. The two work closely together—and it is 3rd time we have had them on the air with us. They work well together and provide that extra special scientific information that we need to know in addition to is it warm or cold and when is the snow coming.
       Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show—is a new breaking vehicle---and we work closely with both sides of the political fence. It’s what a reporter does---and we help where we can and have done so for 4,629 shows.
       Listen live to our show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson will post the Podcast---and I write the blog to tell you what and where it is in the show.
       Questions for me—feel free to call-text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

Blog-October 21, 2024-10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business    Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show has been following along with some big story lines this week-----     Friday 1500 or so Pheasant Hunters flew into South Dakota----we did our show with the help of Teri Schmidt---Excellence Sioux Falls---and Kip Rounds---SD Game Fish and Parks. It’s something we have been doing with our show for 14 or so years. Teri has been there for virtually everyone of those----and we utilized Teri’s help as well as Game Fish and Parks---welcoming the hunters---talking to the hunters and letting them share with us—what it means to come to our State year after year.      That is the case this year.        While doing that we worked with Casey Crabtree---Leader in the SD Legislature along with the Attorney General Tony Jackley        Here is part of the news release—that came out an hour after our story ran – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that $5 million in grants will be shared by 41 organizations who will use the funds to assist children who have been abused or neglected, victims of domestic violence, and victims of sexual assault. “These grants will provide the resources needed to allow these organizations to assist victims of serious crime,” said Attorney General Jackley. “Thank you to this year’s Legislature and Governor Noem for their support of this worthy project.” Money for the grants was included in Senate Bill 168 which provides one-time general funds to be used for the grants. The grants are for organizations that do not receive full funding from the federal Victims of Crime Act grant.         Brent Baloun—Plains Commerce Bank---talked with us about the planning they do in agriculture—in business—for families---and what they are working on in the weeks ahead in 2024.         We talked with Mitch Richter—SD Farmers Union and Matthew Bogue from SD Farm Bureau—about issues they favor in the 2024 special issues election. For the last week we have been sharing issues---as well as reminding people to make sure that they find out what the issues mean before they vote. The deadline for registering to vote is 5PM today.        The Rock Report first talked to Dan Mueller SBA’s New District International Trade Officer for SD---then Bryson Patterson—the newly appoint SBA State Director had his questions. It was an interesting session and we all got to congratulate Mr. Patterson on his new position.         We closed the show with Justi Glisin---Iowa State Climatologist and Laura Edwards the South Dakota State Climatologist. The two work closely together—and it is 3rd time we have had them on the air with us. They work well together and provide that extra special scientific information that we need to know in addition to is it warm or cold and when is the snow coming.        Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show—is a new breaking vehicle---and we work closely with both sides of the political fence. It’s what a reporter does---and we help where we can and have done so for 4,629 shows.        Listen live to our show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson will post the Podcast---and I write the blog to tell you what and where it is in the show.        Questions for me—feel free to call-text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

October 21, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog—October 2024---9-10—It’s YOUR Business
   Our It’s YOUR Business Show---often finds way to work together----and we did a lot of that this last week and starting this week.
   Teri Schmidt---Experience Sioux Falls -----and Kip Rounds---SD Game Fish and Parks---worked together in our Friday show---at the Sioux Falls Airport. Today---following the weekend of hunting we were able to share their thoughts on what they saw with the hunt that and estimated 1500 enthusiastic hunters into Sioux Falls at the airport.
    Teri makes sure that the greetings take place---Kip helps us as they arrive—and make sure that if there are any questions they can get them answered. It has some laws---and we have found our GFP ---to be good at answering questions and keeping people informed as to what they can do and what they can’t do.
    Hailey Kizer and Bobbi Eide----FFA of South Dakota—were part of the South Dakota contingent flying to Indianapolis for the National Convention. With the help of Geri Eide—we want to meet as many of these up-and-coming FFA members and learn what their goals are---and what they expect as they represent our State. Thru the years-----we have found these young FFA-ers not only learn---but learn to communicate with others from around the state and the USA. We’ll follow along this week----asking those from South Dakota----what they are learning---Still to come—Laney Andrews from Beresford—Paul Berrones from Milbank---and Baily Weegar from Viborg.
     We couldn’t be any more proud of an organization than FFA----they ae our future—and from what I see and hear---we are in pretty good hands and minds.
      In our 9:20 segment we talked with Plains Commerce Bank---Attorney—Cameo Anders who took us thru the National Estate Planning---living in a family that has 6 kids from our Dad who is deceased and Mom who just turned 99----we are going thru this with farmland in play in Iowa. It’s never easy---sometimes the trust isn’t there as it should be-----but the concern we all HAVE TO HAVE is following the wishes of Gene and Charlotte Zortman. Yes there is land—yes there is property—money----and as we are learning---mom and dad selected who would make the decisions. And even though I’m the oldest it was one of the youngest of the 6 that is working with mom and the estate attorney----
       Others family face the same thing---but you have to be willing to agree---and not get too jumpy when it comes to what is in it for all of us---not just one or two. Families find that can be a real issue.
       9:32----we worked with the CEO of the HELPLINE Center----that utilized the 437 project and its overall mission to bring a former Major League Baseball Player to Sioux Falls and speak with Mayor Paul Ten Haken at the Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Each year more than 48,000 people die in the United States by suicide. Coming to Sioux Falls is mental health advocate Drew Robinson who publicly shares his inspiring story of recover from a suicide attempt. Each year more than 48,000 die in the US by Suicide. Robinson who played in the majors for 12 years is committed to using his platform to advocate for mental health care and encouraging others to seek support to prevent suicide. 
       The 437 Project—a relay run by 12 community leaders across South Dakota raised awareness for mental health and suicide prevention—they raised over $300,000 for the Helpline Center. 
        We closed the show Teri Schmidt—Experience Sioux Falls and Kip Rounds—South Dakota Game Fish and Parks---who shared what was learned as the hunters flew into the Sioux Falls Airport. What they did—and others doing as well---has made the trip here—special. This show provided a lot of different story-lines-but all shared working together.
         Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-App, Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson posts the Podcast of the show---and you can use these notes as a guide to what was in the show and where to find it.
        Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog—October 2024---9-10—It’s YOUR Business    Our It’s YOUR Business Show---often finds way to work together----and we did a lot of that this last week and starting this week.    Teri Schmidt---Experience Sioux Falls -----and Kip Rounds---SD Game Fish and Parks---worked together in our Friday show---at the Sioux Falls Airport. Today---following the weekend of hunting we were able to share their thoughts on what they saw with the hunt that and estimated 1500 enthusiastic hunters into Sioux Falls at the airport.     Teri makes sure that the greetings take place---Kip helps us as they arrive—and make sure that if there are any questions they can get them answered. It has some laws---and we have found our GFP ---to be good at answering questions and keeping people informed as to what they can do and what they can’t do.     Hailey Kizer and Bobbi Eide----FFA of South Dakota—were part of the South Dakota contingent flying to Indianapolis for the National Convention. With the help of Geri Eide—we want to meet as many of these up-and-coming FFA members and learn what their goals are---and what they expect as they represent our State. Thru the years-----we have found these young FFA-ers not only learn---but learn to communicate with others from around the state and the USA. We’ll follow along this week----asking those from South Dakota----what they are learning---Still to come—Laney Andrews from Beresford—Paul Berrones from Milbank---and Baily Weegar from Viborg.      We couldn’t be any more proud of an organization than FFA----they ae our future—and from what I see and hear---we are in pretty good hands and minds.       In our 9:20 segment we talked with Plains Commerce Bank---Attorney—Cameo Anders who took us thru the National Estate Planning---living in a family that has 6 kids from our Dad who is deceased and Mom who just turned 99----we are going thru this with farmland in play in Iowa. It’s never easy---sometimes the trust isn’t there as it should be-----but the concern we all HAVE TO HAVE is following the wishes of Gene and Charlotte Zortman. Yes there is land—yes there is property—money----and as we are learning---mom and dad selected who would make the decisions. And even though I’m the oldest it was one of the youngest of the 6 that is working with mom and the estate attorney----        Others family face the same thing---but you have to be willing to agree---and not get too jumpy when it comes to what is in it for all of us---not just one or two. Families find that can be a real issue.        9:32----we worked with the CEO of the HELPLINE Center----that utilized the 437 project and its overall mission to bring a former Major League Baseball Player to Sioux Falls and speak with Mayor Paul Ten Haken at the Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Each year more than 48,000 people die in the United States by suicide. Coming to Sioux Falls is mental health advocate Drew Robinson who publicly shares his inspiring story of recover from a suicide attempt. Each year more than 48,000 die in the US by Suicide. Robinson who played in the majors for 12 years is committed to using his platform to advocate for mental health care and encouraging others to seek support to prevent suicide.         The 437 Project—a relay run by 12 community leaders across South Dakota raised awareness for mental health and suicide prevention—they raised over $300,000 for the Helpline Center.          We closed the show Teri Schmidt—Experience Sioux Falls and Kip Rounds—South Dakota Game Fish and Parks---who shared what was learned as the hunters flew into the Sioux Falls Airport. What they did—and others doing as well---has made the trip here—special. This show provided a lot of different story-lines-but all shared working together.          Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-App, Streaming on line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson posts the Podcast of the show---and you can use these notes as a guide to what was in the show and where to find it.         Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

October 21, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-October 18, 2024-10-11-It’s YOUR Agri Business
  The Fly-in to the Sioux Falls Airport---is scheduled just as we starting our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show.
   Thanks to the hard work of Teri Schmidt—Experience Sioux Falls and Kip Rounds—SD Game Fish and Parks---we are able to talk to the guests that are arriving at the Sioux Falls Airport.
   Teri and Kip work together every Friday talking about Experiencing Sioux Falls and enjoying what Game Fish and Parks is supervising. Great team!!!
   Teri was passing out Sioux Falls hats—and other memories ---and we get to visit with those people that she and Kip are welcoming. Something we have done for maybe 15-16 years. 
    Darren Hefty—AG PHD was able to share with us what’s happening in agriculture—including the big event at SDSU he attended Thursday night. The Hefty boys—have helped with scholarships---and memories---and the least we can do is record their efforts and help you understand what they are.
    Jerry Schmitz---SD Soybeans gave us an update on what’s happening with the beans----Danita Murray often shares the corn. They are good people—and they represent their grains is such a professional way. The least we can do is report what they are doing on as big a circle as possible.
    Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO in Fargo—Matt Swenson---Swenson Commodities—and yes the big board on Wall Street around the half hour.
    One of the things that I wanted to share with our listening audience was the deadline to register to vote. Mary Michaels—AARP—shared voting and deadlines earlier in the week. I asked her if she could for not only my wife and I---but our audience----if indeed we were registered to vote. If not what the deadline was for registering. She found out the deadline is 5PM on Monday---and yes the Zortman’s ARE registered to vote. Some confusion if you are not signing up in a particular party----with all the wheat stubble that is out there for voters in South Dakota. But for the most part we can both vote on the issues—the candidates and do our thing. Hopefully our audience learned and the exercise that Mary Michaels did for me will help others. Wow!!! With her help and AARP was easy.
    We also have sharing with our audience the importance of studying the ballot issues that are in front of voters. Not to know and just vote without knowledge should be a crime. It isn’t—but the goal for us and the County and State is to have educated voters. 
     Mitch Richter—SD Farmers Union and Walt Bones—SD Farm Bureau have been helping us look at some of the issues that can be a little difficult to understand. They share why the issue is important to their organizations---and again get educated so you know. 
     We did visit with Alla ---who moved her from Ukraine 13 years ago----she has been a leader in bringing her family from Ukraine—and getting them engaged into our way of life. Tough times each week with the Russians---and others that are firing their big weapons on Ukraine and it’s people. We want our audience to understand what this family has gone thru----and why they really want to be hard working Americans. It is nice to know I and you can catch up each Friday. Not all the events that happen there are reassuring---they can have us alarmed at what Russia and others are doing to Ukrainian citizens. Not all of the candidates care about Ukraine---they seem to have bigger Russian fish to fry---and that is what makes our political system turn and twist leading up to November 5th.
   We had a chance to visit with Justin Glisin---Iowa State Climatologist---what to expect this weekend and beyond.
   Before closing and the clock turned to 11:00—I revealed that the Leaders in South Dakota were doing as they do each year about this time—review how money is being spent on projects. Leaders on the layoff side—were meeting with State Leaders who have an obligation to look at spending and if it doesn’t fit. Cut---we’ll talk more about that next week.
   Our It’s YOUR Business and Agri Business Show---works with state leaders---with organizations and small communities that need the help. I was brought into he mix on that Thursday---and we’ll update you early next week. Probably a state leader interview or two.
   Listen live to our show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App or streaming on line. Norm Anderson provides the podcast to the show—and this is the blog that tells you some of the issues that we included.
   Questions for me—feel free to call or text—bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog-October 18, 2024-10-11-It’s YOUR Agri Business   The Fly-in to the Sioux Falls Airport---is scheduled just as we starting our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show.    Thanks to the hard work of Teri Schmidt—Experience Sioux Falls and Kip Rounds—SD Game Fish and Parks---we are able to talk to the guests that are arriving at the Sioux Falls Airport.    Teri and Kip work together every Friday talking about Experiencing Sioux Falls and enjoying what Game Fish and Parks is supervising. Great team!!!    Teri was passing out Sioux Falls hats—and other memories ---and we get to visit with those people that she and Kip are welcoming. Something we have done for maybe 15-16 years.      Darren Hefty—AG PHD was able to share with us what’s happening in agriculture—including the big event at SDSU he attended Thursday night. The Hefty boys—have helped with scholarships---and memories---and the least we can do is record their efforts and help you understand what they are.     Jerry Schmitz---SD Soybeans gave us an update on what’s happening with the beans----Danita Murray often shares the corn. They are good people—and they represent their grains is such a professional way. The least we can do is report what they are doing on as big a circle as possible.     Sarah Heinrich had the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO in Fargo—Matt Swenson---Swenson Commodities—and yes the big board on Wall Street around the half hour.     One of the things that I wanted to share with our listening audience was the deadline to register to vote. Mary Michaels—AARP—shared voting and deadlines earlier in the week. I asked her if she could for not only my wife and I---but our audience----if indeed we were registered to vote. If not what the deadline was for registering. She found out the deadline is 5PM on Monday---and yes the Zortman’s ARE registered to vote. Some confusion if you are not signing up in a particular party----with all the wheat stubble that is out there for voters in South Dakota. But for the most part we can both vote on the issues—the candidates and do our thing. Hopefully our audience learned and the exercise that Mary Michaels did for me will help others. Wow!!! With her help and AARP was easy.     We also have sharing with our audience the importance of studying the ballot issues that are in front of voters. Not to know and just vote without knowledge should be a crime. It isn’t—but the goal for us and the County and State is to have educated voters.       Mitch Richter—SD Farmers Union and Walt Bones—SD Farm Bureau have been helping us look at some of the issues that can be a little difficult to understand. They share why the issue is important to their organizations---and again get educated so you know.       We did visit with Alla ---who moved her from Ukraine 13 years ago----she has been a leader in bringing her family from Ukraine—and getting them engaged into our way of life. Tough times each week with the Russians---and others that are firing their big weapons on Ukraine and it’s people. We want our audience to understand what this family has gone thru----and why they really want to be hard working Americans. It is nice to know I and you can catch up each Friday. Not all the events that happen there are reassuring---they can have us alarmed at what Russia and others are doing to Ukrainian citizens. Not all of the candidates care about Ukraine---they seem to have bigger Russian fish to fry---and that is what makes our political system turn and twist leading up to November 5th.    We had a chance to visit with Justin Glisin---Iowa State Climatologist---what to expect this weekend and beyond.    Before closing and the clock turned to 11:00—I revealed that the Leaders in South Dakota were doing as they do each year about this time—review how money is being spent on projects. Leaders on the layoff side—were meeting with State Leaders who have an obligation to look at spending and if it doesn’t fit. Cut---we’ll talk more about that next week.    Our It’s YOUR Business and Agri Business Show---works with state leaders---with organizations and small communities that need the help. I was brought into he mix on that Thursday---and we’ll update you early next week. Probably a state leader interview or two.    Listen live to our show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App or streaming on line. Norm Anderson provides the podcast to the show—and this is the blog that tells you some of the issues that we included.    Questions for me—feel free to call or text—bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

 October 18, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

October 18, 2024-9-10—It’s YOUR Business ---Show 46-26
   Our It’s YOUR Business Show---used the start of the Pheasant Hunting Season in South Dakota to work with the hunters flying into the Sioux Falls Airport.
   With the help of Experience Sioux Falls’ Teri Schmidt---and Game Fish and Parks Kip Rounds---we were able to talk to some of those that have flown into South Dakota’s biggest city.
   Among those we talked one gentleman that flew in from Mobile, Alabama---another from Charlotte, North Carolina.
   What we are amazed about is the energy they have when arriving at our Airport---and the memories they have from the past--- as well as what they hope accomplish on their 2024 trip.
    The fact that we were able to talk to those along the Atlantic Coast---Mobile in Alabama along the Gulf Coast----we know these guys and their families have been able to make it here. Not so for people in Florida, Georgia, and for the most part the Carolina’s.
    The stories they have to tell about bringing their families----the additional trips they will make to see family and hunt in Nebraska---leads us to believe---these hunters are introducing their next generations to what we are able to do in South Dakota----Nebraska, Iowa-----and we enjoy hearing them talking about what they think they will do before they jump back on a plane and head home.
     Thanks to Teri and Kip for their reporting skills—what they know and sharing what our audience should know. It’s something we have been doing for years---but its all about what we do—how we do---and yes how welcoming we are to guests coming to our state.
     Jodi Schwan---Sioux Falls Business---updated us on the restaurant ---demolitions of some restaurant buildings---even a cool story of the Furniture Mission as it pivots to meet space needs.
      All good stuff---and lots of people making sure we share what they know with YOU—OUR AUDIENCE—and their friends too.
     Jessie Schmidt---BBB of South Dakota---talked about the SCAMMERS—they don’t believe in being honest—and we shouldn’t believe them. They want to scam you –whether it be prescriptions—insurance---you name it----thanks to Jessie she gives us an update every Friday. One of the claims the crooks make—they claim fraudulent activity has been detected on your account—and tell you to ACT NOW. If you act now—they have got you-----don’t fall for it.
      In essence they want to steal your username and password. Check the URL carefully to make sure you are on the official website before you navigate within it.
      20 minutes into the show—Kip Rounds and Teri visited again with us—about the people coming in----when they would be leaving---and yes some of the places they would be going. 
       Commercial Real Estates Ron Nelson likes to share with those that traveled to Sioux Falls—particularly for this kind of venture. He welcomes them—can provide information that helps them become one of us. Ron like me---didn’t grow up in South Dakota---but neighboring states---in my case we had left Iowa---in Air Guard Call up and went to New Mexico, Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee---and a few other states before we came back in 2000. We’ve been in Sioux Falls 24 years---and raised our family here---and hopefully they can give back in the years ahead.
   Quite a sports weekend—John Gaskins was taking about the High School Football games that are big over the next couple of days as well as the SDSU vs NDSU event ---and USD---being challenged as well. 
   While he was at it—he explains the Canaries Fright Nite----and why you should take time to enjoy that. 
   From the Sioux Falls Stampede Hockey---Jimmy Ohlander talked about our 2023-2024 ice hockey team---events you can enjoy and they kind of players on the team this year. Lots to do in Sioux Falls—for the pheasant hunters and those that just enjoy being part of sports scene.
   We closed the show with Diana Patterson---Sanford Career Opportunities—we were looking for LPN’s and RN’s. 
   Our It’s YOUR Business Show---has been serving it up for 15 or 16 years---and trust me we enjoy being able to talk to our audience 8 hours each week. 
    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-APP---streaming on line or just Ask Alexa. Norm Anderson posts the show as a podcast—my job is to write the show—and a blog to tell you who and what is on the show.
    Questions for me—feel free to call/ask at 605-728-BILL or email me bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.  

October 18, 2024-9-10—It’s YOUR Business ---Show 46-26    Our It’s YOUR Business Show---used the start of the Pheasant Hunting Season in South Dakota to work with the hunters flying into the Sioux Falls Airport.    With the help of Experience Sioux Falls’ Teri Schmidt---and Game Fish and Parks Kip Rounds---we were able to talk to some of those that have flown into South Dakota’s biggest city.    Among those we talked one gentleman that flew in from Mobile, Alabama---another from Charlotte, North Carolina.    What we are amazed about is the energy they have when arriving at our Airport---and the memories they have from the past--- as well as what they hope accomplish on their 2024 trip.     The fact that we were able to talk to those along the Atlantic Coast---Mobile in Alabama along the Gulf Coast----we know these guys and their families have been able to make it here. Not so for people in Florida, Georgia, and for the most part the Carolina’s.     The stories they have to tell about bringing their families----the additional trips they will make to see family and hunt in Nebraska---leads us to believe---these hunters are introducing their next generations to what we are able to do in South Dakota----Nebraska, Iowa-----and we enjoy hearing them talking about what they think they will do before they jump back on a plane and head home.      Thanks to Teri and Kip for their reporting skills—what they know and sharing what our audience should know. It’s something we have been doing for years---but its all about what we do—how we do---and yes how welcoming we are to guests coming to our state.      Jodi Schwan---Sioux Falls Business---updated us on the restaurant ---demolitions of some restaurant buildings---even a cool story of the Furniture Mission as it pivots to meet space needs.       All good stuff---and lots of people making sure we share what they know with YOU—OUR AUDIENCE—and their friends too.      Jessie Schmidt---BBB of South Dakota---talked about the SCAMMERS—they don’t believe in being honest—and we shouldn’t believe them. They want to scam you –whether it be prescriptions—insurance---you name it----thanks to Jessie she gives us an update every Friday. One of the claims the crooks make—they claim fraudulent activity has been detected on your account—and tell you to ACT NOW. If you act now—they have got you-----don’t fall for it.       In essence they want to steal your username and password. Check the URL carefully to make sure you are on the official website before you navigate within it.       20 minutes into the show—Kip Rounds and Teri visited again with us—about the people coming in----when they would be leaving---and yes some of the places they would be going.         Commercial Real Estates Ron Nelson likes to share with those that traveled to Sioux Falls—particularly for this kind of venture. He welcomes them—can provide information that helps them become one of us. Ron like me---didn’t grow up in South Dakota---but neighboring states---in my case we had left Iowa---in Air Guard Call up and went to New Mexico, Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee---and a few other states before we came back in 2000. We’ve been in Sioux Falls 24 years---and raised our family here---and hopefully they can give back in the years ahead.    Quite a sports weekend—John Gaskins was taking about the High School Football games that are big over the next couple of days as well as the SDSU vs NDSU event ---and USD---being challenged as well.     While he was at it—he explains the Canaries Fright Nite----and why you should take time to enjoy that.     From the Sioux Falls Stampede Hockey---Jimmy Ohlander talked about our 2023-2024 ice hockey team---events you can enjoy and they kind of players on the team this year. Lots to do in Sioux Falls—for the pheasant hunters and those that just enjoy being part of sports scene.    We closed the show with Diana Patterson---Sanford Career Opportunities—we were looking for LPN’s and RN’s.     Our It’s YOUR Business Show---has been serving it up for 15 or 16 years---and trust me we enjoy being able to talk to our audience 8 hours each week.      Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO-APP---streaming on line or just Ask Alexa. Norm Anderson posts the show as a podcast—my job is to write the show—and a blog to tell you who and what is on the show.     Questions for me—feel free to call/ask at 605-728-BILL or email me bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

October 18, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

Blog-October 16, 2024-10-11—It’s Your Agri Business Show
   Our Agri Business Show on October 16th---covered a lot of ground---Teri Schmidt—Experience Sioux Falls—and Kip Rounds South Dakota Game Fish and Parks—outlined the plans for the Fly-in Friday morning—that brings hundreds –yes thousands to South Dakota. Hunting begins this weekend---and we continue to promote the event----as we have in years in past. Several businesses will be welcoming the hunters who come from all over the USA----yes not just Sioux Falls but across the State. The Hunters are welcomed with branded mugs for the hunters along with information on Sioux Falls attractions, restaurants, lodging and more. 
   Joel Allen—Ph.D. shared with us the upcoming Courageous Conversation –is America a Christian Nation---he was doing it with the partnership of Matt Morrison—Pastor of Discipleship and Care at Asbury United Methodist Church. The McGovern Center is an extension of DWU and seeks to extend the legacy of Senator George McGovern—It was established in 2006 with the completion of the McGovern Library on the campus. About 2 years ago—the McGovern Center became a member of the Braver Angels Network---the largest depolarization agency in the US. They are interested in the work by organizing what they call-Courageous Conversations—which is really a very conversational style of debate. 
    Quite the event----
    Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank---talked about being the Planners---for those in agriculture---those in business---families----you name—these 9 or so Plains Branches make a big difference----and on Monday and Wednesday in our 10:00 Show we outline what they do---where they do it—and often what they are working to help.
    Sarah Heinrich—has he Growing Harvest Network---yes it’s our Sister Station at KFGO in Fargo---good information---and we are happy to have them be a part our Ag Show—which has been recognized as one of the best around the country.
    Matt Swenson shared the morning commodities----with Swenson Commodities---right behind the prices---and numbers---Dwight Mogler---Larchwood—yes Lyons County Iowa---shared an event we attended on Monday night one of the darned events---I’ve been around---pork tasting---for those invited----and it brought to the forefront different ways to feed---grow----and feature pork products in our neighboring state. 
    Steve Larson----Yes---quite the expert on raising and developing taste—Kelly Stark---who help us keep it all straight--- and Mogs---always competing for the best taste for the consumer. That was Monday night—and we brought them for our Wednesday Ag Show. Did we learn something? Did the audience learn something—yes they did----would we do it again----I think yes is the only acceptable answer.
    We continued talking about the 7 or so amendments being voted on election day---November 5th. Walt Bones—SD Farm Bureau has been a part of this—Mitch Richter—SD Farmers Union----and Jason Latham---helped us sample and share with our Ag and yes consuming audience. We will do more of this leading up to Election day ----all will tell you---before you vote on the amendments ask what you are voting for or against---and make sure you are getting something that helps you figure out which side to come down on.
    Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show---does get a lot of those with requests to get in front of an ag audience. We provide that—as well as a consumer audience. 
    Norm Anderson works to keep me on line with the guests I’m suppose to converse with----and I’m not bashful about asking people to answer my questions. My job is not to lean left or right-----it’s to let the guests---share their opinions. It’s something we have done with our show for 4,625 shows. 
    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9. Norm Anderson makes sure the shows are available for the public---and my job to gather the experts—the guests—and provide useful information. Use this blog as a guide to what’s in the show---and generally what time to find it ---in this hour long event.
    Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog-October 16, 2024-10-11—It’s Your Agri Business Show    Our Agri Business Show on October 16th---covered a lot of ground---Teri Schmidt—Experience Sioux Falls—and Kip Rounds South Dakota Game Fish and Parks—outlined the plans for the Fly-in Friday morning—that brings hundreds –yes thousands to South Dakota. Hunting begins this weekend---and we continue to promote the event----as we have in years in past. Several businesses will be welcoming the hunters who come from all over the USA----yes not just Sioux Falls but across the State. The Hunters are welcomed with branded mugs for the hunters along with information on Sioux Falls attractions, restaurants, lodging and more.     Joel Allen—Ph.D. shared with us the upcoming Courageous Conversation –is America a Christian Nation---he was doing it with the partnership of Matt Morrison—Pastor of Discipleship and Care at Asbury United Methodist Church. The McGovern Center is an extension of DWU and seeks to extend the legacy of Senator George McGovern—It was established in 2006 with the completion of the McGovern Library on the campus. About 2 years ago—the McGovern Center became a member of the Braver Angels Network---the largest depolarization agency in the US. They are interested in the work by organizing what they call-Courageous Conversations—which is really a very conversational style of debate.      Quite the event----     Brent Baloun---Plains Commerce Bank---talked about being the Planners---for those in agriculture---those in business---families----you name—these 9 or so Plains Branches make a big difference----and on Monday and Wednesday in our 10:00 Show we outline what they do---where they do it—and often what they are working to help.     Sarah Heinrich—has he Growing Harvest Network---yes it’s our Sister Station at KFGO in Fargo---good information---and we are happy to have them be a part our Ag Show—which has been recognized as one of the best around the country.     Matt Swenson shared the morning commodities----with Swenson Commodities---right behind the prices---and numbers---Dwight Mogler---Larchwood—yes Lyons County Iowa---shared an event we attended on Monday night one of the darned events---I’ve been around---pork tasting---for those invited----and it brought to the forefront different ways to feed---grow----and feature pork products in our neighboring state.      Steve Larson----Yes---quite the expert on raising and developing taste—Kelly Stark---who help us keep it all straight--- and Mogs---always competing for the best taste for the consumer. That was Monday night—and we brought them for our Wednesday Ag Show. Did we learn something? Did the audience learn something—yes they did----would we do it again----I think yes is the only acceptable answer.     We continued talking about the 7 or so amendments being voted on election day---November 5th. Walt Bones—SD Farm Bureau has been a part of this—Mitch Richter—SD Farmers Union----and Jason Latham---helped us sample and share with our Ag and yes consuming audience. We will do more of this leading up to Election day ----all will tell you---before you vote on the amendments ask what you are voting for or against---and make sure you are getting something that helps you figure out which side to come down on.     Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show---does get a lot of those with requests to get in front of an ag audience. We provide that—as well as a consumer audience.      Norm Anderson works to keep me on line with the guests I’m suppose to converse with----and I’m not bashful about asking people to answer my questions. My job is not to lean left or right-----it’s to let the guests---share their opinions. It’s something we have done with our show for 4,625 shows.      Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9. Norm Anderson makes sure the shows are available for the public---and my job to gather the experts—the guests—and provide useful information. Use this blog as a guide to what’s in the show---and generally what time to find it ---in this hour long event.     Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

 October 16, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog---October 16, 2024—9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday
   Our Working on Wellness Wednesday Show—started with an AARP Mary Michael update of much to do about wellness and living.
   For instance Voter Registration Deadline is October 21st---if you’re not sure of your registration status go to the voter guide at aarp.org/SDVotes to find links that can get you the information you need. You can find links to polling place, instructions if you need to vote absentee and more. 

   The Latest Liveability Index is Out---it is a community liveability assessment tool that scores e very community across the country—on a scale of 100 begin best—related to services and amenities they affect  people’s lives the most. It was recently updated with new information---and those will be shared this week.
    In South Dakota-top performing communities were Pierre (67)-Sioux Falls and Spearfish (63); Tea, Yankton, Madison (62), Brookings, Mitchell (61) 
    Pierre ranked #15 on the Top 25 small cities—and Sioux Falls ranked #14 on the Top 25 large cities. 
    For Sioux Falls—top factors included opportunity (69), Transportation (67) and civic and social involvement (65)
    Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) was announced---2.5% cost of living adjustment for 2025—which amounts to an additional 
$48 per month ($561 per year) for the average retiree. 
    Richard Crawford shared with us again this week---around White Cane Awareness Day on October 15th. He went legally blind around the age of 1 and over the next few years he lost all of his sight.  He was blessed beyond his wildest dreams with a 46 year working career. The last 41 as a financial advisor (Stock broker) when he taught his clients it took foresight—not eyesight to make good investments. His wife of 42 years---is a help—they have 3 successful adult children and 3 grandchildren 6 months to 22 years. Yes has a great retirement with good health-and shared he gives to causes he believes in. 
    Lisa Ottmar—shared that Former Major League Baseball Player—Drew Robinson is coming to Sioux Falls next week on Wednesday the 23rd.  
    He survived a survived a suicide attempt in 2020---he is now committed to using his platform to advocated for mental health care and encouraging others to seek support to prevent suicide. 
    His tagline? Strength isn’t always physical, promotes vulnerability as the path to improving our mental health rather than bottling it up or “playing through it in baseball terms. Two events ---11:30 at the Country Club of Sioux Falls---at 11:30—and an evening at 7PM at our Savior’s Lutheran Church. 
    He was brought here thanks to the proceeds from the 437 Project that had runners cris-crossing South Dakota. 50 have already applied to be part of this in 2025. 
    Then we heard about the 3rd Annual Summit on the Future of Rural Health Care that will take place October 29th at the Sanford Born in Sioux Falls—Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb—is the confirmed speaker. 
     Talking about working on Wellness Wednesday. We ask –we invite—and people answer the call. It is about sharing----and our guests certainly did that this week.
   Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just Ask Alexa.
   Norm Anderson will post the show as a BLOG---and I always try to share the events---and the order that they appear in our Working on Wellness Wednesday Show.
   Questions for me- feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog---October 16, 2024—9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday    Our Working on Wellness Wednesday Show—started with an AARP Mary Michael update of much to do about wellness and living.    For instance Voter Registration Deadline is October 21st---if you’re not sure of your registration status go to the voter guide at aarp.org/SDVotes to find links that can get you the information you need. You can find links to polling place, instructions if you need to vote absentee and more. 
   The Latest Liveability Index is Out---it is a community liveability assessment tool that scores e very community across the country—on a scale of 100 begin best—related to services and amenities they affect  people’s lives the most. It was recently updated with new information---and those will be shared this week.     In South Dakota-top performing communities were Pierre (67)-Sioux Falls and Spearfish (63); Tea, Yankton, Madison (62), Brookings, Mitchell (61)      Pierre ranked #15 on the Top 25 small cities—and Sioux Falls ranked #14 on the Top 25 large cities.      For Sioux Falls—top factors included opportunity (69), Transportation (67) and civic and social involvement (65)     Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) was announced---2.5% cost of living adjustment for 2025—which amounts to an additional  $48 per month ($561 per year) for the average retiree.      Richard Crawford shared with us again this week---around White Cane Awareness Day on October 15th. He went legally blind around the age of 1 and over the next few years he lost all of his sight.  He was blessed beyond his wildest dreams with a 46 year working career. The last 41 as a financial advisor (Stock broker) when he taught his clients it took foresight—not eyesight to make good investments. His wife of 42 years---is a help—they have 3 successful adult children and 3 grandchildren 6 months to 22 years. Yes has a great retirement with good health-and shared he gives to causes he believes in.      Lisa Ottmar—shared that Former Major League Baseball Player—Drew Robinson is coming to Sioux Falls next week on Wednesday the 23rd.       He survived a survived a suicide attempt in 2020---he is now committed to using his platform to advocated for mental health care and encouraging others to seek support to prevent suicide.      His tagline? Strength isn’t always physical, promotes vulnerability as the path to improving our mental health rather than bottling it up or “playing through it in baseball terms. Two events ---11:30 at the Country Club of Sioux Falls---at 11:30—and an evening at 7PM at our Savior’s Lutheran Church.      He was brought here thanks to the proceeds from the 437 Project that had runners cris-crossing South Dakota. 50 have already applied to be part of this in 2025.      Then we heard about the 3rd Annual Summit on the Future of Rural Health Care that will take place October 29th at the Sanford Born in Sioux Falls—Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb—is the confirmed speaker.       Talking about working on Wellness Wednesday. We ask –we invite—and people answer the call. It is about sharing----and our guests certainly did that this week.    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9---use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just Ask Alexa.    Norm Anderson will post the show as a BLOG---and I always try to share the events---and the order that they appear in our Working on Wellness Wednesday Show.    Questions for me- feel free to call/text at 605-728-2455 (BILL) or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com.

October 16, 2024 9AM - It's Your Business with Bill Zortman

October 15, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business---Show—46-23
   I’m Bill Zortman and welcome to our Agri Business Show---show 46-23 in our original It’s YOUR Business Series.
   We just talked as we do on the 3rd Tuesday of the month with Scott Lawrence---in the Leader of the Band Show---for the last year we have had the good fortune to have Scott in our studios once a month ----during his time as Leader of the Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce. We thank Scott for his service with the Sioux Falls Chamber----and tonight the New Leader of the Sioux Falls Chamber—Myles Beacom will take the stage setting the road for the 2024-2025 year…

   Myles is joining us this morning----to share his thoughts on the coming year---Congratulations----we know you actually took the Leaders role starting October---but share why you wanted to do this---what you see ahead----and perhaps how those that want to help in 2024-2025—can be a part of the year

   You’re a long time leader---what do you see for the future of Sioux Falls----and to get to the Chairmanship role—it takes a few years---what have you enjoyed during the years of climbing the chairs---

   The average citizen ----(if there is such a thing) ---how can they help---you as the Chair and the 215,000 people that live in the city----

    First projects you have on your list-------Myles---congratulations on taking the Chair----your event tonight----and know we are here to help you for the next 350 or so days---
    Joni Eckstrom has joined us this morning----

The South Dakota FAST Launch program is designed to assist South Dakota entrepreneurs with beginning their businesses through workshops and potential market research funding or seed capital. Businesses may also compete in the Governor’s Giant Vision Competition or for SBIR/STTR funding through America's Seed Fund and U.S. Small Business Administration.

Applications for funding consideration must meet the following requirements:
A tech-based, scalable company, or
A company pursuing additional funding which enables the business to move forward, such as the Giant Vision Competition or capital investments.
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Tuesday, October 22, 2024
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM CDT
Dakotah Bank Center
824 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD


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Join us at the 2024 South Dakota Summit & Annual Meeting for firsthand insight into how our state is impacting agricultural, environmental, and healthcare biotechnology worldwide.

Tickets are going fast, reserve your spot today!

Tuesday, October 22, 2024
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM CDT
Dakotah Bank Center
824 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD



-----------we’ll check the Sioux Metro Alliance activities---get some farm numbers---all on this October 15, 2024---

10:20/20---KELO Commercials
10:22/20—Ag Biz 3
  We work with many organizations---promoting their communities----and projects they are doing----last night---for instance---I attended a pork event in Larchwood---Dwight Mogler—at CHUDS Pub and Grub—it was with a PHD Meat Scientist---Steve Larson----we had to rank pork samples ---talk about them----and quite frankly it was rather unique. Good turnout----and we’ll have Dwight and the Meat Scientist back on the air with us in the 10:00 tomorrow---
   Yes a small community---big ideas---and looking to the future----one of the guys that frequents our show is one with big ideas---Tyler Tordsen----update us on Sioux Metro Alliance---what can you tell us about this week----
   Tyler------for those that don’t know—share with them bringing more than a dozen—maybe dozen and a half together---and what do they do---often together---
--------------------Tyler-------------------
    Any Halloween Plans---other activities---I know you always have good ideas----please share—we’ll share—and the audience will want to know more about Sioux Metro Alliance----Tyler------------

  -------------keep us posted on what you are doing---how you are doing it ---congratulations on having the guts and fortitude ----in any season of the year—
--------------Tyler------------------
   Sarah Heinrich has the Growing Harvest Network and Matt Swenson—the Morning Commodities---all on our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show—

10:29/00---KELO Commercials
10:30/00---Sarah Heinrich---Growing Harvest Network
10:32/00---Ag Biz 4
   Welcome back to It’s YOUR Agri Business-----Matt Swenson---Swenson Commodities-
------------what are you seeing at mid-morning----on the grains—the meat---and yes even the big board on Wall Street---
-----------------Matt-------------------
Matt our audience and your followers want numbers this afternoon---how late is still OK to check what the trending is all about---
-----------------Matt--------------------
   ---Matt Swenson thanks for the update------
   We had promised to let some of those in Ag----to share their concerns about some of the amendments----
------------From South Dakota Farmers Union Mitch Richter---is sharing the thoughts on “””””F”””””””605-360-1370 or 352-6761----

----------Lots of concerns about amendments----but one of the things I like is the number of people concerned about the Amendments how share---learn about what it means –by asking questions---finding answers---and then sharing what you learned---

   Tell us about “F”-----------------
---------------Mitch Richter—South Dakota Farmers Union-----605-360-1370
   From South Dakota Farm Bureau---Walt Bones---605-940-8371 or 605-297-4583 
RL 21---------
----------------Educate us----on RL 21-----
   Check out the amendments and the candidates—and please vote---

When we come back---we’ll visit with John Ball---Mr. Tree----

10:44/00—KELO Commercials
10:45/30---Mr. Tree
   Music----
John Ball----good morning-----fill us in---as we move closer to a weather change---and what else---

And----


Justin Glisin—Iowa State Climatologist---

Our time is up-thank you for yours   

October 15, 2024—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business---Show—46-23    I’m Bill Zortman and welcome to our Agri Business Show---show 46-23 in our original It’s YOUR Business Series.    We just talked as we do on the 3rd Tuesday of the month with Scott Lawrence---in the Leader of the Band Show---for the last year we have had the good fortune to have Scott in our studios once a month ----during his time as Leader of the Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce. We thank Scott for his service with the Sioux Falls Chamber----and tonight the New Leader of the Sioux Falls Chamber—Myles Beacom will take the stage setting the road for the 2024-2025 year…
   Myles is joining us this morning----to share his thoughts on the coming year---Congratulations----we know you actually took the Leaders role starting October---but share why you wanted to do this---what you see ahead----and perhaps how those that want to help in 2024-2025—can be a part of the year
   You’re a long time leader---what do you see for the future of Sioux Falls----and to get to the Chairmanship role—it takes a few years---what have you enjoyed during the years of climbing the chairs---
   The average citizen ----(if there is such a thing) ---how can they help---you as the Chair and the 215,000 people that live in the city----
    First projects you have on your list-------Myles---congratulations on taking the Chair----your event tonight----and know we are here to help you for the next 350 or so days---     Joni Eckstrom has joined us this morning----
The South Dakota FAST Launch program is designed to assist South Dakota entrepreneurs with beginning their businesses through workshops and potential market research funding or seed capital. Businesses may also compete in the Governor’s Giant Vision Competition or for SBIR/STTR funding through America's Seed Fund and U.S. Small Business Administration.   Applications for funding consideration must meet the following requirements: A tech-based, scalable company, or A company pursuing additional funding which enables the business to move forward, such as the Giant Vision Competition or capital investments. Get Your Ticket Today Join us at the 2024 South Dakota Summit &amp; Annual Meeting for firsthand insight into how our state is impacting agricultural, environmental, and healthcare biotechnology worldwide.
Tickets are going fast, reserve your spot today!
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM CDT Dakotah Bank Center 824 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD
 Get Your Ticket Today Join us at the 2024 South Dakota Summit &amp; Annual Meeting for firsthand insight into how our state is impacting agricultural, environmental, and healthcare biotechnology worldwide.
Tickets are going fast, reserve your spot today!
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM CDT Dakotah Bank Center 824 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD
 
-----------we’ll check the Sioux Metro Alliance activities---get some farm numbers---all on this October 15, 2024---
10:20/20---KELO Commercials 10:22/20—Ag Biz 3   We work with many organizations---promoting their communities----and projects they are doing----last night---for instance---I attended a pork event in Larchwood---Dwight Mogler—at CHUDS Pub and Grub—it was with a PHD Meat Scientist---Steve Larson----we had to rank pork samples ---talk about them----and quite frankly it was rather unique. Good turnout----and we’ll have Dwight and the Meat Scientist back on the air with us in the 10:00 tomorrow---    Yes a small community---big ideas---and looking to the future----one of the guys that frequents our show is one with big ideas---Tyler Tordsen----update us on Sioux Metro Alliance---what can you tell us about this week----    Tyler------for those that don’t know—share with them bringing more than a dozen—maybe dozen and a half together---and what do they do---often together--- --------------------Tyler-------------------     Any Halloween Plans---other activities---I know you always have good ideas----please share—we’ll share—and the audience will want to know more about Sioux Metro Alliance----Tyler------------
  -------------keep us posted on what you are doing---how you are doing it ---congratulations on having the guts and fortitude ----in any season of the year— --------------Tyler------------------    Sarah Heinrich has the Growing Harvest Network and Matt Swenson—the Morning Commodities---all on our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show—
10:29/00---KELO Commercials 10:30/00---Sarah Heinrich---Growing Harvest Network 10:32/00---Ag Biz 4    Welcome back to It’s YOUR Agri Business-----Matt Swenson---Swenson Commodities- ------------what are you seeing at mid-morning----on the grains—the meat---and yes even the big board on Wall Street--- -----------------Matt------------------- Matt our audience and your followers want numbers this afternoon---how late is still OK to check what the trending is all about--- -----------------Matt--------------------    ---Matt Swenson thanks for the update------    We had promised to let some of those in Ag----to share their concerns about some of the amendments---- ------------From South Dakota Farmers Union Mitch Richter---is sharing the thoughts on “””””F”””””””605-360-1370 or 352-6761----
----------Lots of concerns about amendments----but one of the things I like is the number of people concerned about the Amendments how share---learn about what it means –by asking questions---finding answers---and then sharing what you learned---
   Tell us about “F”----------------- ---------------Mitch Richter—South Dakota Farmers Union-----605-360-1370    From South Dakota Farm Bureau---Walt Bones---605-940-8371 or 605-297-4583  RL 21--------- ----------------Educate us----on RL 21-----    Check out the amendments and the candidates—and please vote---
When we come back---we’ll visit with John Ball---Mr. Tree----
10:44/00—KELO Commercials 10:45/30---Mr. Tree    Music---- John Ball----good morning-----fill us in---as we move closer to a weather change---and what else---
And----
 Justin Glisin—Iowa State Climatologist---
Our time is up-thank you for yours

October 15, 2024 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

October 15, 2024—9-10----Leader of the Band Show----Show 46-22
((((Music))))))
  Welcome to the Leader of the Band Show----I’m Bill Zortman with the LEADER HIMSELF—Scott Lawrence---yes the truly EFFECTIVE and NOW PAST Leader of the Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce in 2023-2024-----

   Scott good morning to you ---and welcome back to our It’s YOUR Business Studios-----

   I speak for all those in our audience---who want to thank your for all you did as LEADER of The Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce for the 2023-2024 Year----

   Tell us about your line-up for what is our monthly LEADER of the BAND SHOW—
Dana Dykhouse----

Build Dakota Just Celebrated 10 years of handing out full ride scholarships for key tech Trades
I see by your notes we’ll be talking about the number of students that have received the scholarships as well as how much money has been distributed-

    I  see you will talk about industry partners, and why you brought Mike Rowe to South Dakota to Celebrate

9:15/00—Leader Commercials
9:16/30---Leader 2

    Joining us is President Jose Marie Griffiths---
Fall enrollment
New Athletic Facilities
And an Update on the Applied Research Lab
----------just ahead Jeff Griffin--Sioux Falls Chamber---following Fox business news

9:29/00---Leader Commercials
9:30/30---fox biz news
9:32/30---Leader 3

     Jeff Griffin---Sioux Falls Chamber
Chamber Annual Meeting
REO Speedwagon
Handing the gavel from Scott to Miles Beacom
Upcoming events for the Sioux Falls Chamber

---------Just ahead---The voting—the planning---from Senator Case Crabtree next

9:43/00—Leader Commercials 9:44/30---Leader 4


      Senator Casey Crabtree
What are  you  hearing about the various initiatives on the ballot
Key things for the upcoming session

9:55/00—Leader Commercials
9:56/00---Leader 5
-------------wrap------------Leader of the Band Show---
----------looking ahead------------

-----------Leader Final Word----

------our time is up—thank you for yours----

October 15, 2024—9-10----Leader of the Band Show----Show 46-22 ((((Music))))))   Welcome to the Leader of the Band Show----I’m Bill Zortman with the LEADER HIMSELF—Scott Lawrence---yes the truly EFFECTIVE and NOW PAST Leader of the Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce in 2023-2024-----
   Scott good morning to you ---and welcome back to our It’s YOUR Business Studios-----
   I speak for all those in our audience---who want to thank your for all you did as LEADER of The Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce for the 2023-2024 Year----
   Tell us about your line-up for what is our monthly LEADER of the BAND SHOW— Dana Dykhouse----
Build Dakota Just Celebrated 10 years of handing out full ride scholarships for key tech Trades I see by your notes we’ll be talking about the number of students that have received the scholarships as well as how much money has been distributed-
    I  see you will talk about industry partners, and why you brought Mike Rowe to South Dakota to Celebrate
9:15/00—Leader Commercials 9:16/30---Leader 2
    Joining us is President Jose Marie Griffiths--- Fall enrollment New Athletic Facilities And an Update on the Applied Research Lab ----------just ahead Jeff Griffin--Sioux Falls Chamber---following Fox business news
9:29/00---Leader Commercials 9:30/30---fox biz news 9:32/30---Leader 3
     Jeff Griffin---Sioux Falls Chamber Chamber Annual Meeting REO Speedwagon Handing the gavel from Scott to Miles Beacom Upcoming events for the Sioux Falls Chamber
---------Just ahead---The voting—the planning---from Senator Case Crabtree next
9:43/00—Leader Commercials 9:44/30---Leader 4
       Senator Casey Crabtree What are  you  hearing about the various initiatives on the ballot Key things for the upcoming session
9:55/00—Leader Commercials 9:56/00---Leader 5 -------------wrap------------Leader of the Band Show--- ----------looking ahead------------
-----------Leader Final Word----
------our time is up—thank you for yours----

It's Your Business

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