Jim Ragsdale
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- Meet the Candidates: 1st Congressional District candidates debate in Mankato
As part of the Meet the Candidate series, Midday presents Minnesota 1st Congressional District debate between incumbent DFL Representative Tim Walz and his Republican challenger Brian Davis as they met in Mankato to debate the issues. Walz and Davis spar on topics of economy, energy, foreign policy, social security, and healthcare.
- "Murder on a Stick"
There's something different in your St. Paul Pioneer Press. This week the paper began an 11-part newspaper novel called "Murder on a Stick." Each chapter of the novel is written by a different reporter--kind of like a long group chain letter. The project is the brainchild of Editor Walker Lundy--his inspiration came from the Miami Herald's "Naked Came the Manatee" and Newsday's "Naked Came the Stranger" series. The initial title for THIS project also included a "naked" reference. But the reporters thought "Naked Came the Corn Dog"--might overstep the boundaries of good taste. "Murder on a Stick" includes references to Corn Dogs, butter sculptures and other state fair traditions. Here now are reporters Larry Millett, Linda McDonald and Jim Ragsdale reading part of their contributions.
- Mayor Don Fraser vetoes dog catcher, bid reopening
- Food strategies at the State Fair
Yes, it’s another story on fair food. MPR’s Jim Ragsdale reports on the stratagies of fair-goers amongst the 320 concessions at Minnesota State Fair.
- Heart of the Earth Survival School for Native American Indians
MPR’s John Ragsdale reports on Heart of the Earth Survival School for Native American Indians in Minneapolis. Laura Wittstock, Heart of the Earth administrator; and Hilda Erickson, curriculum director, speak about the school’s pupose.
- National Coalition Against Sexual Assault meets in Minneapolis
MPR’s Jim Ragsdale reports on National Coalition Against Sexual Assault meeting in Minneapolis. Segment includes interview with Peggy Miller, assistant director of Sexual Offense Services at Ramsey County, an agency that helps victims of sexual violence; and speech by Sharon Sayles, outgoing president of National Coalition Against Sexual Assault.
- Ely outfitters angry with Boundary Waters Canoe Area law
MPR’s Jim Ragsdale reports on concerns and anger of Ely outfitters, as the gradual restrictions of motorized vehicle use to Boundary Waters lakes take effect, following the 1978 BWCA Wilderness Act.
- A profile on Hmong high school graduates
MPR’s Jim Ragsdale reports on Hmong students as they prepare to graduate. They not only had to learn the English language, but also American highschool culture. Now they must prepare for the challenges that lie ahead after graduation.
- Twins owner Calvin Griffith unburdens himself
MPR’s Jim Ragsdale interviews Minnesota Twins owner Calvin Griffith, who details what he perceives as the challenges of the baseball team. Topics include fellow owners, sustaining a fan base, and building business support.
- Hmong farmers adapt to cold climate, unwelcoming people...yet thrive
MPR’s Jim Ragsdale reports on ten Hmong men selected for a farm training project with the hope that they would settle with their families on a plot of farmland near Homer, Minnesota.
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