Spirit of Winona (2000-2005)

The Spirit of Winona is a program produced by Hiawatha Broadband Communications (HBC) Studios. The series ran between 2000-2005.The Spirit of Winona was hosted by Joyce Woodworth. The programs within this series cover a variety of topics: documentaries, stories, architecture, cooking to name a few. Streaming access is possible through a partnership with HBC and Winona State University Krueger Library.

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129. Interviews: Clamming on the Mississippi

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth interviews Dave Adcock about the history and present of clamming. Guest: Dave Adcock.

Series: The Spirit of Winona, I-6, (2000).
130. Interviews: Elmer Duellman Part 1 & 2

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases Elmer Duellman, a longtime collector, and his thousands of old toys and automobiles. This is a combined video of part 1 and part 2. Guest: Elmer Duellman, Bernadette Duellman

Series: The Spirit of Winona, I-7, 2004, part 1 &2,

Run time 00:50:49
132. Interviews: Interview with Kenny Salwey, the Last River Rat

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Woodworth joins Kenny Salwey in the swamp in the backwaters of the Mississippi. Salwey explains how he lives off the land and the concept of a River Rat. Guest: Kenny Salwey

Series: The Spirit of Winona, I-4, 2002.
133. Interviews: Interview with Winona's 2000 Queens

Joyce Woodworth

In this episodeJoyce Woodworth explores the qualifications for the three pageants held in Winona and the talent of Winona’s Queens pageants: Mrs. Winona County, Miss Hiawatha, and Miss Winona. Guests: Mancie Lemmer, Katie Hayden, Angela Oevering.

Series: The Spirit of Winona, I-2, 2000.
134. Interviews: Interview with World War II Veterans

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases a brief history of WWII on the Pacific and European fronts, how four veterans from all four branches of the services were involved, and actual footage from VJ Day in Winona. Veterans: Jim Kahl, Joe Emanuel, Len Bernatz, Harold Libera.

Series: The Spirit of Winona, I-3, 2001.
136. Interviews: Korean Veterans

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth interviews three Korean War veterans. They share their personal experiences in the setting of the Winona Veterans Memorial Park. Guests: Ted Gierok, Don Elliott, and Jim Miller.

Series: The Spirit of Winona, I-1, 2000.
137. Interviews: Laws of Life

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Woodworth interviews the sponsors of this essay contest and showcases what the contest is about, how it began, how it was brought to Winona, and how Winona Senior High School (WSHS) and Cotter students benefit from entering their essays. Guests: Neil Sawyer, Bill Schuler, and Laws of Life Participants,Char Juaire, Matt Krage, Aryn Arnold, Lindsey Rose, Chase Mueller, Craig Junker, Chase Mueller, Katie Kammerer, Cindi Scudiero, Katie Appelwick, Jessi Larson, Melinda Bieber, Ileana Chavez Garza, Brett Bieber, Ben DeMaris

Series: The Spirit of Winona, I-5, 2002.
140. Organizations: Bluff Country Co-op

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth tours the new natural food store, the Bluff Country Co-Op and explores the benefits of organic, natural foods and the cooperative organization of the store. Guests: Bob Copeland, Julie Reed, Dennis Zenk, Dawn Butson, Liz Hayward, Dawn Schrieber, Emily Copeland, and Shiva Reinhardt

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-3, 2001.
141. Organizations: Camp We-No-Nah

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth tours the YMCA Day Camp in East Burns Valley and showcases the activities they provide for Winona’s children in the summer. Guests: Deb Kohner, Luke Merchlewitz, Amy Stoltman, Jonathan Burbach, Taylor Waldorf, Chris Auna

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-13, 2004.
140. Organizations: Camp Olson

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth tours this YMCA Camp Olson in Longville, Minnesota and showcases campers and staff from Winona participating in the activities of the Northwoods. Guests: Staff of Camp Olson, Longville, MInnesota, Russ Lynk, Linda Toepke, Jeff Van Stratten, Constantin Smironov, Adam Wissman, Jake Woodworth, Vitaly Dovagal Laura McConahey, Troy Altobell, Kathleen Kennedy, Don Beed

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-12, 2003.
144. Organizations: Country Club Volunteer Services

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores the history and interviews members of the Winona Country Club and how their efforts will help charitable organizations in the community, such as Winona Volunteer Services. Guests: Jack Taylor, John Leaf, Helen Leaf, Peg Carrol Dottie Hubbard, Mary Edstrom, John Braugh, Tony Kochevar, Jack Walz

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-1, 2000.
145. Organizations: Eagle Bluff Learning Center

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth tours this environmental facility and how it benefits people of all ages. Guests: Maggie Schoepski, Kurt Kiekbusch, Eagle Bluffs Learning Center Staff, Doc Schoepski, Sarah Kresbach

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-4, 2001.
150. Organizations: Humane Society

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores the Winona Area Humane Society of Winona, Minnesota. Woodworth explores the organization's purpose, the work of its volunteers, and how it serves the unwanted animals in the community. In 2004 the Winona Area Humane Society was located at 114 East 3rd Street. Guests: Winona Humane Society Volunteers, Jane Haugen, Cheryl Armstrong, Dr.James Kahl, Deborah Stowe, Jan Nascak, Christine Heaser

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-14, 2004.
153. Organizations: Rock Solid Youth Center

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth interviews Greg Moser, the director, and how his dream to help the youth of Winona has become a reality in a gathering place. Guest: Greg Moser and Staff and Children at Rock Solid Youth Center, Dave Becker, Ben Burt

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-2, 2001.
154. Organizations: Sons of Norway

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases the history of Norwegians in Winona and how they celebrate their culture today through the Sons of Norway organization. Guests: Beverly Spande and Wayne Kirk, Karen Trzebiatowski, Marion Mason, Ruby Highum Shirley Stanford, Lois Huff, Steve Speltz, Carol Rustad, Karen Shugrud, Darlene Bjoraker

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-16, 2004.
155. Organizations: Spirit of Giving

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases how Winona Volunteer Services teams up with organizations such as the Lions Club, 4-H, Winona Middle School, Winona State University (WSU), and St. Mary’s students and Merchants National Bank to give to needy families during the holiday season. Guests: Philip Dontje, Jane Knoethe, Sue Savat, Jack Krage, Sandra Burke, Ruth Inglet, and Winona Volunteer Services Volunteers.

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-6, 2001.
156. Organizations: Story Hour at the Library

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Woodworth stops by the Winona Public Library Children's Department. She interviews Sally Mogren, the Children’s Librarian, about the books and activities available for Winona’s children at the Winona Public Library. Guests: Chris Blencoe, Sally Mogren,

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-5, 2001.
157. Organizations: The Lions Club of Winona

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases the Lions Club humanitarian services this organization provides to the community and nation through their fundraising endeavors. Guests: Jack Krage (Noon Lions Club), Bob Andraschko and Bill Clark (Sunset Lions Club), Jamie Hayward, Jullie Levinski (Rivertown Lions Club), Susan Althoff.

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-10, 2003.
158. Organizations: Winona Community Memorial Hospital

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores the history of the hospital and tours the new expansive facility now known as Winona Health. Guests: Roger Metz (former CEO), Pat Booth (CEO Winona Health 2002), Gary Evans, Mary Reeck, Elmer Oltoff, Alice Theis, and Rand Gettler.

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-7, 2002.
159. Organizations: Winona Dance Club

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases how Winona’s Ballroom Dance Club brings in the New Year with a ten-piece big band orchestra and teaches some dance steps with a group of people. Guests: Bob Meinhard, Bob Wise, Bill Mullen, Sue Mullen, Don Feigen, and the Winona Ballroom Dance Club Members.

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-8, 2002.
161. Organizations: Winona Senior Friendship Center

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases the happenings at the very active Senior Citizen Center in Winona, Minnesota. In 2004 the Senior Friendship Center was located in the Winona Masonic Temple building. Guests: Malia Storovich, Volunteers, Members and Staff of the Senior Friendship Center, Margaret Elliott, Gil Glenna, Roger Grund, Wally Thiele, Kristen Wall, Adria Sherwood, Ali Ho, Art Pflughoeft, Shirley Pflughoeft, Maek Schultze, Irene Krakow, Bahieh Wilkinson, Diane Stevens, Jack Fuchsel, Heather Cole

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-15, 2004.
162. Organizations: Winona's ORC

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth tours the Occupational Rehabilitation Center in Winona and explores how the organization serves people with special needs and businesses in Winona. Guests: Maureen Brink and Staff and Participants of the ORC, Bill Harris, Andrea Hartman, Doug Dougan, Roy Walker, Warren Kanthach, Lori Corbeil

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-11, 2003.
163. Organizations: YMCA

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth explores the history of the YMCA, today’s activities, and their future. In this episode Joyce Woodworth was also the 2003 Telly Award Winner. Guests: Members and Staff of the YMCA, Andy Blomsness, Susan Benke, Mary Jo Strauss, Deb Kohner, Steve Peterson, Phil Feiten, Lyle Lattman

Series: The Spirit of Winona, O-9, 2003.
164. Performances: Children of Eden with Director Denny Schrandt

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases some of Winona’s acting talent in this performance of The Children of Eden. Learn about the play and what happens behind the scenes in the St. Mary's University (SMU) Page Theater. Guests: Dennis Schrandt, Jeff Madison, Keli Dobrzynski, Jake Schrandt, Carolyn Nelson, Mark Roeckers, Kay Zeigler

Series: The Spirit of Winona, P-1, 2000.
165. Performances: Christmas Performances Part 1 & Part 2

Joyce Woodworth

In this episode Joyce Woodworth showcases the 2000’s performances of “Best Christmas Pageant Ever”, “A Time for Christmas”, "Nutcracker", "A Christmas Carol". Guests: Nancy Edstrom, Nancy Iglesias, Tami Perry and Vivian Fuscillo.

Series: The Spirit of Winona, P-3, 2000.