February 27, 1978 - The Reverend Dr. David Preus, national president of the American Lutheran Church, talks with MPR's John Ydstie during a visit to the Fargo-Moorhead area. Preus expresses his concern with the plight of American farmers, and states there should be a national commitment to preserving small farm communities. The high voltage power lines issue and ethical problems in society are also broached.
February 28, 1978 - MPR’s Dan Olson interviews Phyllis Kahn, Minnesota state representative, about concerns on juvenile prostitution.
March 8, 1978 - MPR’s Rachel Kranz presents report on the history and experiences of women in the labor movement.
March 11, 1978 - On this regional public affairs program, St. Paul attorney Medora Perlman; and Calvin Clark of the Citizens League, look at a recent report by the Citizens League for better use of parking facilities to encourage greater patronage of downtown areas, less suburban sprawl, and a warning against public operation of parking ramps.
March 18, 1978 - On this regional public affairs program, guests Ray Arveson, superintendent of Schools for Minneapolis; and W. Harry Davis, Minneapolis school board member, examine the school district's desegregation plan. Topics include compliance of Judge Larson order, magnet programs, and interests of minority groups.
March 20, 1978 - On this Mixed Media program, MPR’s Nancy Fushan profiles poets Robert Creeley & Diane Wakowski, and filmaker Alfred Guzetti. Creeley
March 25, 1978 - On this regional public affairs program, reports by Tom Meersman and Dale Connelly on Dutch elm disease, followed by discussion with Dave DeVoto, Minneapolis city forester; and Judy Barr, coordinator for the Saint Paul Shade Tree program. Topics include controversial 1977 elm wood stockpile, plans for 1978 tree removal, and preventive measures of beetle infestation.
March 30, 1978 - Bob Kunst, national gay activist and co-author of the Dade County, Florida gay rights amendment (which was repealed), urges St. Paul voters not to repeal the gay rights ordinance. In his comments, he also criticizes gay rights opponents.
April 1, 1978 - On this regional public affairs program, a profile of the new Minnesota Zoological Garden in Apple Valley - what's there, how to get there, who's paying for it, and what's going to happen to Como Park Zoo? MPR’s Neal St. Anthony and Rich Dietman break down the various sections and zoo life on grounds.
April 5, 1978 - MPR’s Greg Barron reports on a compromise bill on the BWCA. Report includes an interview with U.S. Represenative Jim Oberstar aide, John O’Connor, who expresses concerns of local residents that this will expand federal control of lands.