September 19, 1994 - Mainstreet Radio’s Leif Enger reports on the idea of creating a water trail on Lake Superior. The plan would allow sea-kayakers the ability to paddle and view the lake from a different perspective. While the concept has support from many politicians and environmentalists, some are concerned that no study has been completed into the potential negative impact to the shore via the access points.
September 20, 1994 - Mainstreet Radio’s Rachel Reabe visits Tofte, Minnesota. While the natural shoreline of Lake Superior has not changed over time, the small town along the North Shore has. Reabe talks with local residents about the evolution of the town, the opportunities/concerns it has brought, and what the future holds for the community.
September 20, 1994 - Joe Peschek, professor of political science at Hamline University, provides analysis on Jimmy Carter’s offer to assist the Clinton Administration on Haiti situation.
September 20, 1994 - Dan Salamone, of Minnesota Taxpayers Association, comments on high tax situation in the state and how it relates to candidate platforms in gubernatorial debate.
September 21, 1994 - MPR’s Martin Kaste reports on the changes in Duluth, especially along Canal Park, that have blossomed tourism in the city and along the shore of Lake Superior. Kaste talks with local residents, business individuals, and politicians about the success and concerns over the development and subsequent tourist traffic.
September 22, 1994 - Midday presents a Mainstreet Radio special broadcast about Lake Superior and activity around it. Program consists of multiple interview site locations (Duluth, Grand Marais, and Thunder Bay). Topics include health of lake and development along the North Shore.
September 26, 1994 - Midday’s Gary Eichten interviews Minnesota State Public Defender John Stuart who shares the history of juries, established court norms, and trends in the court system.
September 27, 1994 - Rowena Hicks, crime prevention specialist at Minneapolis Police Department, discusses Minneapolis incident where a man was killed and wife beaten after their car was blocked by juveniles. Hicks details ways to prevent potential car-jacking.
September 27, 1994 - Linda Lee Berglin, Minnesota state senator, discusses the status of MinnesotaCare, what it offers the public in health care coverage, and ongoing debate at the State Capitol.
September 28, 1994 - Local activist, scholar, and professor Mahmoud El-Kati shares his thoughts on topic of multiculturalism in the United States. El-Kati strongly disagrees with the view from academic Arthur Schlesinger Jr. that multiculturalism is damaging unity in U.S. society.