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Welcome to Midwest Small-TownWhere to Go, Stay, and Play in the MidwestWe’re on a mission to uncover the charm, character, and hidden gems of small-town America—one Midwest town at a time.
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The Story of Salem Sue (opens the original)
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What do you get when a small North Dakota town decides to build something BIG? In this episode of Midwest Small Town , we head to New Salem, North Dakota , to uncover the story of Salem Sue — the world’s largest Holstein cow and one of the most memorable roadside attractions in the Midwest. Standing tall above the prairie, Salem Sue has become far more than a giant fiberglass cow. She represents the creativity, pride, humor, and determination that make small towns so special. Join us as we explo
The Story of Dorothy Lynch (opens the original)
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What happens when a homemade salad dressing recipe from a small-town kitchen becomes a beloved Midwest tradition? In this episode of Midwest Small Town , we head to St. Paul, Nebraska , to explore the fascinating story behind Dorothy Lynch — the woman, the recipe, and the small-town roots that helped create an iconic Nebraska brand. Dorothy Lynch wasn’t trying to build a food empire. She was simply making a special dressing for friends and family. But her recipe had a way of bringing people toge
The Kaleidoscope Man (opens the original)
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Step inside one of Pocahontas County, Iowa’s most colorful and unexpected stories — the story of “The Kaleidoscope Man.” In this episode, we travel to Pocahontas, Iowa , to explore the Kaleidoscope Factory and the remarkable vision behind it. What began as a fascination with light, color, mirrors, and imagination became something much bigger — a lasting part of the community’s history. But the story doesn’t stop at the factory. Scattered throughout Pocahontas County are 11 life-size kaleidoscope
The Enderlin, North Dakota EF5 Tornado & The Rising Phoenix Mural (opens the original)
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Midwest Small Town: The Enderlin, North Dakota EF5 Tornado & the Rising Phoenix Mural In this episode of Midwest Small Town , we travel to Enderlin, North Dakota, to explore the story of the devastating EF5 tornado that forever changed this close-knit community—and the powerful spirit of resilience that emerged in its aftermath. We take a closer look at the destruction left behind, the people and places affected, and the strength of a small town coming together during an unimaginable time. At th
The 9/11 Clock of Central City, Nebraska (opens the original)
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Join Midwest Small Town as we visit the moving 9/11 Memorial Clock in Central City, Nebraska, dedicated to all who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. We also share the story of Monte McCullough Hord, a 1973 Central City High School graduate who was working on the 104th floor of the World Trade Center's North Tower when the attacks occurred. This episode explores how one Nebraska community continues to honor Monte's memory and ensure that the events of 9/11 are never forgotten.
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