March 22, 1995 - MPR’s Mary Stucky reports on Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton’s views on neighborhood schools. Some in community see it as a return to segregation, others as a community focus to strengthening schools.
March 24, 1995 - On this Midday, Robert Olson, the new Minneapolis police chief, discusses the job and the department. Topics include violent crime, community, domestic abuse, and diversity in the force. Olson also answers listener questions.
March 25, 1995 - On this Saturday Midday, George Karvel, who holds the chair in Real Estate at St. Cloud State University; and Gloria Arneberg, co-owner of Buyer’s Resource Metro Realty and member of the National Association of Exclusive Buyer's Agents, discuss expectations of real estate market. Karvel and Arneberg also answer listener questions.
March 27, 1995 - With Governor Arne Carlson’s desire to reduce state aid to local governments, Mainstreet Radio’s Mark Steil reports that small towns like Winona are being put in a bind. Local officials feel that state government should make staff and program cuts, rather than cutting municipal funds. They also recommend reducing waste, something cities feel they have already addressed.
March 28, 1995 - Judith Martin talks with Midday’s Gary Eichten about a poll showing happiness in the suburbs of the Twin Cities. Martin describes innate differences between dense Twin Cities and sprawling suburban experience.
March 29, 1995 - Jack Gillis, author and public affairs director of The Consumer Federation of America, discusses tips and information on buying a vehicle. Gillis also answers listener questions.
March 31, 1995 - MPR’s John Rabe presents The South Minneapolis Bassoon Quartet, who are promoting their all-bassoon radio station. The group perform various ‘world-premiere’ pieces and discuss the potential programming of “WMBQ” station for elite double reed aficionados.
March 31, 1995 - MPR’s Chris Roberts talks with Norm Coleman and Sharon Sayles Belton, the respective mayors of the Twin Cities, about an upcoming basketball games between their two rival “city” teams. A little trash talk and a lot of fun ensues.
March 31, 1995 - Midday presents a WCAL documentary from The Live of Children series, titled “A Good Hmong Girl.” Documentary explores Hmong girls and women adjusting to life in the United States during the 90s. Topics include struggle against traditional Hmong culture, abuse issues, and depression.
April 3, 1995 - Local sports commentator Howard Sinker shares his thoughts on the state of professional baseball coming out of Major League Baseball strike. Sinker sees a long road ahead in getting fans excited again about the game.