New home calendar 2026: Change and stability in Siegerland!

New home calendar 2026: Change and stability in Siegerland!

On November 4th, 2025, the Siegerland region launched an exciting new home calendar for 2026. Under the title “Heimat 2.0”, the calendar highlights the theme of “change and stability” and is designed by author Björn Hadem. Hadem tells stories that address change in various areas of life, from medicine to the corona pandemic and geological upheavals. With this approach, he wants to free the calendar from nostalgic homeland sentiments and instead create current references to local topics, such as Siegen newspaper reported.

The calendar is filled with exciting content and challenges that accompany changes in society. Hadem particularly addresses the difficulties faced by young people and life on farms. A special highlight is the portrait of Anne Pröpper, the former “Miss from the Office”. In addition to stories, readers can also expect an annual chronicle and memories of important personalities in the region. The 225-page almanac costs 13 euros and is available in many sales outlets.

Digitalization and its effects

Parallel to these cultural changes, digitalization is a topic that companies in the region are constantly concerned about. Despite the challenges posed by the Corona pandemic, digitalization became necessary for many people in order to quickly integrate new processes and work techniques. A study shows that many companies perceive the implementation of digital changes to be delayed, while almost half of employees consider faster adaptation to be necessary. Digital solutions are not only a means of survival for companies, but also crucial to the market Noser turns out.

In the catering industry, for example, automation is becoming visible through robots like “Bella” in the harbor restaurant in Grömitz. Such technological developments could also increasingly find their way into other industries. Professions are changing through the use of new technologies, with some positions being able to be completely digitalized. An analysis by the Institute for Labor Market and Occupational Research shows that 36% of employees have already had to hand over parts of their work to new technologies. In some sectors, such as banking or insurance, this proportion is as high as 46% Success at work reported.

However, the challenges posed by digitalization are not only threatening, but also offer new perspectives. While some jobs are disappearing, new opportunities are emerging, particularly in the areas of education and training. Experts largely agree that the key to success lies in adapting to digital transformation. Attending career and training fairs could be a useful opportunity for many to explore future career paths and adapt to market requirements.