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Monday, May 18, 2026
What Every Parent Needs to Know About Toxic Relationships

Got 5 minutes? We are talking about the red flags our society has taught young people to ignore. A father's grief has led him to help people recognize warning signs early, speak up sooner, and understand that support is available for victims of domestic violence. Thank you Travis Schmidt with the Winterrose Crusade for an honest conversation and for the crucial cause you're supporting in our community. This episode is made possible by Community Impact.

Tracie Kamenoff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026
When the Body Is Out of Alignment: Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Got 5 Minutes? On this episode of Take 5 with Tracie presented by Community Impact, we hear about New Leaf Chiropractic from Owner, Dr. Lauren Baker. She shares why more than two headaches a year can be a warning sign and how she helped a two-year old girl's chronic ear infections to stop. Read the full article to learn more.

Tracie Kamenoff

Thursday, April 16, 2026
Take 5 with Tracie featuring Oscar Martinez of Frost Bank

Got 5 minutes? This episode of Take 5 with Tracie presented by Community Impact features a local banker, Oscar Martinez, with Frost Bank. We learn about what differentiates Frost Bank from other banks and lenders and how they are helping businesses to build a strong financial foundation.

Tracie Kamenoff

Thursday, April 2, 2026
Take 5 with Tracie featuring Tess Farrand of The Highlands a Caldwell Community

Got 5 minutes? In this episode of Take 5 with Tracie, we hear why The Highlands stands out among other master planned communities. From a private waterpark to a 200-acre nature preserve, they've thought of everything that could enhance your lifestyle as a Highlands resident. Learn more at gemcchamber.com. #MemberOpportunity #MemberFocused #Chamber #Proud2BeEMC

Tracie Kamenoff

Thursday, March 19, 2026
Take 5 with Tracie featuring Michael Hernandez of Lumos

Got 5 minutes? In this episode of Take 5 with Tracie presented by Community Impact, we get to know Michael Hernandez, the General Manager of Lumos - the new family entertainment venue in Valley Ranch! He shares how the exceptional experience you'll have at Lumos is packed with entertainment, community, bowling, axe throwing, arcade, food & craft drinks. Thank you Community Impact for making this possible!

Tracie Kamenoff

Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Take 5 with Tracie featuring Brittney Mittag of K&S Sportswear

Got 5 minutes? In this episode of Take 5 with Tracie, Tracie sits down with Brittney Mittag, second generation owner of K&S Sportswear. She shares how they are helping schools, businesses, churches and more to get their message out. Thank you Community Impact for making this possible! Learn more at gemcchamber.com.

Tracie Kamenoff

Thursday, January 22, 2026
Take 5 with Tracie featuring Jennifer Dantzler of Inspire ND

In this episode of Take 5 with Tracie, I sat down with Jennifer Dantzler of Inspire ND. Building inclusive communities isn’t a one-off project. It’s a daily practice of listening, adapting, and creating spaces where everyone can belong. Organizations like Inspire ND do the heavy lifting by training, connecting, and hosting events — but change happens when neighbors, employers, and friends join in. Read the article and watch the video to learn more!

Tracie Kamenoff

Thursday, January 8, 2026
Take 5 with Tracie featuring Kim Sommers of Community Impact

In this episode of Take 5 with Tracie, I sat down with Kim Sommers of Community Impact to dive deep into why local news still matters, how Community Impact decides what to cover, and the innovative ways they combine print and digital to serve our community. If you care about staying plugged into your neighborhood — from road closures to new businesses and school updates — here’s what I learned and why it matters for residents and local businesses alike.

Tracie Kamenoff

Friday, December 12, 2025
Take 5 with Tracie featuring Cheri Grebe of the Greater EMC Chamber

I recently sat down with Cheri Grebe, the Greater EMC Chamber's Vice President of Member Opportunities, to talk about what it takes to help businesses connect, grow, and be seen. Cheri's work is simple in description and powerful in practice: she creates meaningful pathways for members to thrive by pairing the right people with the right opportunities.

Tracie Kamenoff

Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Take 5 with Tracie featuring Warren Porter of Porters of Porter

I'm Tracie Kamenoff with the Greater EMC Chamber. I sat down with Warren Porter to talk about a fresh way small businesses can manage surprises—everything from hurricanes to cyber outages—without hiring a full-time emergency manager. Warren draws on three decades of emergency response experience and has turned that expertise into a practical service for local businesses called Porters of Porter.

Tracie Kamenoff

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