MPR News Features are news segments created for various long-form programming, including Morning Edition and All Things Considered, amongst others. Features run the gambit of interviews, reports, profiles, and coverage.
May 25, 1992 - MPR’s Paula Schroeder interviews author Martha Hellander about her book "The Wild Gardener: The Life and Selected Writings of Eloise Butler." Hellander shares various biographical details on Butler and the creation of The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary in Minneapolis.
May 25, 1992 -
May 25, 1992 -
May 26, 1992 - MPR’s Kate Smith visits Toivola-Meadowlands Charter, one of the very first charter schools in the state. Reabe talks with educators and parents on their thoughts on the alternative to public school.
May 27, 1992 -
May 27, 1992 - All Things Considered’s Gary Eichten chats with Frank Bencriscutto (aka Dr. Ben), University of Minnesota band leader, who is stepping down from his position after 30+ years. Bencriscutto describes the uniqueness and importance of concert bands.
May 27, 1992 -
May 27, 1992 -
May 28, 1992 - All Things Considered’s Gary Eichten interviews local educator civil rights activist Bill Wilson about mentoring male youth in St. Paul. Wilson highlights tutoring, Afrocentric culture activities, and career planning.
May 28, 1992 -