KRWC Spotlight 02/06/26

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Adam Leiferman reveals the Punch List walkthrough is next week, marking the final steps before the Buffalo Community Center opens.

The episode begins with host Tim welcoming Adam Leiferman to discuss the Buffalo Community Center's relocation from downtown to a new site at 114 Commerce Circle, the former Penrad building purchased in 2024. Adam explains that the project is nearing completion, with a Punch List walkthrough scheduled for the following week involving architects and engineers to finalize touch-ups. He describes the facility's features, including a new entrance, elevator, parking lot expansion, and future outdoor amenities like a splash pad and nature play area. Technological upgrades are highlighted, such as Buffalo fiber for high-speed internet, free Wi-Fi, a speaker system, and a micro movie theater with a 100-inch screen. The conversation shifts to logistical challenges, noting that Highway 25 will be closed all summer between Buffalo and Monticello, with detours in place, and prioritizing a roundabout at Catlin for hospital access. Transportation solutions are detailed, with Trailblazer Transit offering free rides for the first three months and a volunteer-based U-HOOT program for after-hours events. Programming plans are extensive, including free movie showings multiple days a week, open art studios, open mic nights, health and wellness classes, and a Wednesday birding club led by retired naturalist Gary. Adam shares samples of chair coverings and table booths, emphasizing a modern color palette, and mentions an art installation featuring local quilts from the Piece by Piece Art Guild. Hiring for part-time staff is planned via a March job fair, with a soft opening on May 4th and a grand opening party on June 9th. The episode concludes with a preview of the next segment, Spotlight Extra.

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A practical Buffalo Community Center update covering final walkthrough work, staffing, opening plans, and Highway 25 detours.

KRWC Spotlight tracks the last stretch of work on the new Buffalo Community Center, with Adam Leiferman laying out the coming Punch List walkthrough alongside the architect, engineers, and construction manager.

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