The Whitford Files Podcast

Hot Time, Swimmin' In the City

As summer nears, Fergus Falls is about to open its new outdoor swimming pool -- a first for the city, long in the making.

Council finds diverse ways to move slowly

Joel and Dave report (and comment) recent Fergus Falls City Council meetings that were a bit puzzling.

8. Making America Sick?

Joel and Dave look at immunization statistics for the area, talk tariffs, and wonder what the governor is up to.

Whitford 7: Old Mill Becomes New Hotel; and City Council vs. Journalism

In this episode, an update on plans to soon open a new hotel in the old mill building downtown, and Joel and Dave wonder why the city council is taking aim at journalism.

Whitford Files 6: DFL To-Do List (and an Egg Update)

In this edition, Joel and Dave talk with an Otter Tail County DFL'er about what that party could do to gain traction before the next election.

Whitford Files 5: The Mysteries of Economic Development

Joel and Dave talk today with a Greater Fergus Falls board member, business owner and podcaster Mike Thorson about the mysteries of economic development: What is it, how does it help our community, and what's the plan going forward?
 

Whitford Files 4: Reviving the RTC

The former state hospital still has potential to fill a housing need. Former council member Wayne Hurley explains.
 

3 The History of It All

Historical Society Executive Director Chris Schuelke joins us with historical context of recent events, including the apparent shutdown of a local economic development agency and the possible sale of the federal courthouse building.

2 Eggs and Education

Joel and Dave look at how grocery prices have changed since Jan. 20 and we talk with a local teacher about how national events are effecting education.

Whitford Files 1

Conversation with Ben Schierer, author, community developer, and two-term former mayor of Fergus Falls.