Geologists journey down the Colorado River to uncover the Grand Canyon’s secrets.
MONDAY @ 7:00pm
Spring has sprung! If winter had you in full hibernation mode, it’s time to leave your den and get back out there.
Our region is buzzing with fun events, hidden gems, and fresh-air adventures—and we’ve got the inside scoop.
Visit our Spring Events Guide page to see a full list of regional events and start planning your next outing!
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GREAT NATURAL MONUMENTS - GRAN CANYON, PART 1 
SHE WAS FIRST, SEASON 1 A brand-new series hosted by Soledad O'Brien celebrating pioneering women artists.
THURSDAY @ 4:00pm
FARM CONNECTIONS Explore the COMET program and the impact of tariffs and U.S. trade policies on regional agriculture.
THURSDAY @ 8:30pm
TODAY'S WILD WEST, SEASON 7 Explore the modern American West—from cattle drives to art and history—filmed on location across 14 states.
SATURDAY @ 4:30pm
FLYING TAILS Follow husband and wife team as they travel California to rescue wild and domestic animals.
SUNDAY @ 3:30pm
OFF 90 In this Season 15 episode, we visit Bloedow’s Bakery, explore Rochester’s Latino cultural alliance, see how pipe organs are made, and walk a historic covered bridge in Zumbrota.
SUNDAY @ 7:00pm
BEN HUR (1959) A Jewish prince is betrayed and sent into slavery by a Roman friend, but before long he regains his freedom and seeks revenge.
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(AUSTIN, Minn.) October 29, 2024. KSMQ Public Television is among 50 public media stations selected to participate in the Digital Transformation Program, a virtual program developed by the Poynter Institute to educate, assist, and coach public media senior leaders and their staff on the best strategies and tactics to transform their organization’s digital operations and culture. Our formal training will continue through September 30, 2025 with additional educational resources continuing to be available to staff on an ongoing basis.