October 31, 1994 - MPR’s Mark Zdechlik visits the newly re-opened Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis. After decades of use by the railroad, the bridge has been renovated into a bicycle and pedestrian pathway. The hope is to create a safe walking/biking corridor option for those crossing Mississippi River. For the new arrivals on the historical stone architectural landmark, the views are worth the trip alone.
October 13, 1994 - Midday presents Dr. Cornell West, a professor of religion and director of Afro-American Studies Department at Princeton, giving speech to the Westminster Town Hall Forum, entitled "The Politics of Race in America."
October 11, 1994 - MPR’s William Wilcoxen looks at the ongoing debate over support groups developed for gay and lesbian students in local public schools and St. Paul School District’s approval of a more expansive program, Out For Equity. Reports includes comments from a student who utilized program, educators involved in program, and criticism of the support groups from a member of Minnesota Family Council.
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 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 7, 1994 - MPR’s Leif Enger reports on The Tamarac Refuge area, and White Earth Reservation’s attempts to reclaim land for the Native American tribe. Segment includes numerous interviews and views from tribal members, wildlife management, politicians, and nearby Detroit Lake residents.
September 6, 1994 - MPR’s Leif Enger reports on White Earth Reservation tribe purchase of about 3,500 acres in attempt to reclaim land. Segment includes numerous interviews and views from tribal members and local Menominee county residents.
September 5, 1994 - MPR’s John Rabe walks and records the Minnesota State Fair. Rabe interviews various fairgoers and shares some ‘insightful’ commentary along the way.
September 3, 1994 - MPR’s Beth Friend profiles crop artist Lillian Colton. Segment includes a guided tour of Colton’s artwork at her home and Colton introducing crop art to young fairgoers at the Minnesota State Fair.
September 2, 1994 - MPR’s John Rabe takes a wireless into crowd outside MPR booth to get an idea of why they are at the Minnesota State Fair.