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The stories and voices that define our community

Around River City Podcast

After decades of talking for a living on the radio, Ken Cooper appreciates the joy of listening.  Turns out it's the best part of a good conversation.   Listen in with Ken and his guests for conversations that might enlighten you, may entertain you and will definitely help you discover why "Around River City" is such a cool place to call home.

Stepping Stones & Blended Families

Kristine Valk and Asha Bianca are 2 local moms in blended families.  As they talked about their shared experience they realized they wished there had been a book to help them navigate through the highs and lows of bringing families together.  The result is “STEPPING STONES, Blended Families and Bonus Parenting at it’s Best”.  It’s…

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It’s a Long Road Back Home Again

A conversation with Patrick Longmeier who grew up in MN, moved to TX fell in love with BBQ and came back home.

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