February 20, 2009 - MPR’s Chris Roberts reports on album release of former Jayhawks members Mark Olson and Gary Louris. The songs on "Ready for the Flood" are the culmination of reunion between Olson and Louris, which started in the early 2000s.
February 12, 2007 - MPR’s Bob Kelleher reports on potential Great Lakes Compact, a binding document between the eight Great Lakes states to adopt uniform state laws regulating water withdrawals. Minnesota laws are already stricter than possible compact.
March 25, 2004 - Midday presents excerpts from debate on bill to amend the constitution to define marriage. On March 24th, the Minnesota State House voted on a proposal that would let voters decide if the Minnesota constitution should ban same-sex marriage. The vote was 88-44 in favor of proposal.
September 15, 1992 - Bill Wareham interviews members of The Jayhawks about Minneapolis band’s new album “Hollywood Town Hall.” Guitarist Gary Louris and lead singer Mark Olson talk about having their music labeled and the sound of new record.
December 8, 1986 - MPR’s Bill Wareham reports on the effect country sound is having on local rock musicians. Segment includes interviews with Brad Mattson, drummer of The Phones; and Mark Olson, guitarist of the Jayhawks.