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November 30, 2000 -
November 30, 2000 - The nation's largest study of adolescent health finds that one in four teenagers have used a weapon in the past and one in ten drink alcohol on a regular basis. Researchers at the University of Minnesota surveyed 10-thousand students ranging in age from twelve to seventeen. The research suggests that teenagers who engage in risky behavior have done poorly in school and have lots of unsupervised free time. Minnesota Public Radio's Tom Scheck reports...
November 30, 2000 - MPR’s Cathy Wurzer interviews Lee Ronning, director of One Thousand Friends of Minnesota, about the fight against urban sprawl. Urban sprawl will be topic number one at the "Growing Smart in Minnesota" conference taking place later today in St. Paul. Jesse Ventura, governor of Minnesota; and Ted Mondale, Met Council chairman, are expected to attend. So are urban growth experts from other parts of the country. One Thousand Friends of Minnesota is sponsoring the conference.
November 30, 2000 - A federal judge in Minneapolis has extended a temporary restraining order barring Northwest Airlines mechanics from any illegal work slow downs. Judge David Doty heard evidence from Northwest that members of the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Assocaition are allegedly disrupting operations to protest stalled contract talks. Doty is scheduled to hear more from the airline and from the union on Monday. Minnesota Public Radio's Mark Zdechlik reports...
November 30, 2000 - Independence party member James Gibson says he's considering a run for governor in 2002, even if the race would pit him against his party's most popular politician, Governor Jesse Ventura. Gibson, a software developer who failed in his bid for the U.S. Senate this year, says running against Ventura in the party primary would allow for a vigorous campaign including debates and other events to bring voters to the party. Minnesota Public Radio's Amy Radil reports.
November 30, 2000 - Morning Edition’s Cathy Wurzer talks with Minnesota House Majority Leader Tim Pawlenty, a Republican from Eagan, about his thoughts about state surplus and what should happen going forward. Pawlenty is concerned about Governor Ventura’s idea of lowering state sales tax, but raising in other areas.
November 30, 2000 - Mark Dayton spent more than his budget allowed. He will do what he can in order to serve the public but can also try build back his finances.
November 30, 2000 - It's a big game for the Vikings tonight...they can clinch a playoff berth with a win over Detroit along with a Tampa Bay loss or tie this weekend. Minnesota has the best record in the NFC, Detroit is 8-and-4 and two games behind the Vikings. At half-time, the Viking's will honor their 40th annivesary team-- which includes all-time greats like Fran Tarkenton, Alan Page and Chuck Foreman AND current players Chris Carter, Robert Smith and John Randle. The game is nationally televised, but fans can also log on to the internet to listen or watch the action. D.J. Boyer is a senior writer at Football.com. I asked him how the internet is changing the way sports fans follow their favorite teams:
November 30, 2000 - Marisa Helms reports on a survey looking at aspects of Governor Ventura from the public’s view. The results sow ratings are high in all categories. One way he is so popular is through his bold moves, writing books, and connecting with citizens through unusual mediums, such as Playboy interviews.
December 4, 2000 - Bird-watching is the fastest growing outdoor activity in the United States, according to Minnesota tourism officials. They say bird watchers outnumber hunters in Minnesota -- and outspend them too. The Office of Toursim and the Department of Natural Resources are urging resort owners to cash in, saying a little bit of preparation could fill hundreds of cabins and hotel rooms. Minnesota Public Radio's Chris Julin reports.