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Monday, June 14, 2004 |
Meth highly addictive, devastating lives in Minnesota
Methamphetamine is one of the most highly addictive drugs to come along in years. Experts say meth quickly turns casual users into addicts. This morning, we continue a new Mainstreet Radio series "Meth in Minnesota." There are many costs to this addiction. Mainstreet Radio's Tom Robertson reports how meth has devastated the lives of one northern Minnesota family. It's the story of a woman named Rubetta, who's making her fourth attempt to stay sober and reclaim her life.
Hospice movement reaches out to immigrants
The hospice care movement arrived in Minnesota a quarter century ago. In that time, the service has been slowly catching on with Minnesotans. About 25 percent of the state's terminally ill patients use hospice to help them die at home. But hospice use is much lower among the state's diverse population of immigrants. There are many reasons why, and hospice officials hope they can overcome most of them. Minnesota Public Radio's Lorna Benson reports.
Department store founder's Worthington house restored
The legacy of George Dayton seems to transform itself on a regular basis. For example, witness last week's sale of the famous downtown Minneapolis store which gave birth to a retail empire. But when George Dayton rode a train into Minnesota more than a century ago, he wasn't bound for Minneapolis. He was headed to Worthington. From that base in southwest Minnesota, he set in motion business dealings still felt today. The house he built in Worthington didn't fare as well. It was nearly torn down. Brighter days though lay ahead, and restoration of the landmark is almost complete. Mainstreet Radio's Mark Steil reports.
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Minnesota Public Radio's Chief Economics Correspondent Chris Farrell discusses the latest economic news.
New American RadioWorks documentary traces history of hospice movement
When Kitty Shenay learned she had terminal cancer, she rejected chemotherapy and chose hospice. Hospice is specialized care for people facing death-care aimed at comfort and quality of life, not a cure. It's common today, but forty years ago it was revolutionary. A new documentary from John Biewen of American RadioWorks traces the history of the hospice movement. Here's an excerpt of Kitty Shenay's story.
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Tuesday, June 15, 2004 |
Mayor Rybak reacts to superintendent choice and other news
Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak has seen a wide range of issues involving his city make headlines recently. The Minneapolis School Board chose a new superintendent yesterday. The board voted unanimously to begin contract negotiations with Thandiwe Peebles, a 61-year-old school administrator for the Cleveland school district in Ohio. The Minneapolis City Council has been debating a smoking ban in all public places. In addition, the Warehouse District downtown has been the scene of some violent incidents, prompting at least one business owner there to call for more action to quell rowdy crowds. Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer spoke with Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak.
Minneapolis School Board picks new superintendent
Minneapolis school board members have selected a 61-year-old school district administrator from Cleveland as the district's next superintendent. The board voted unanimously yesterday afternoon to begin contract negotiations with Thandiwe Peebles, who was one of three finalists interviewed last week. The veteran educator says she's pleased with the decision. Minnesota Public Radio's Tim Pugmire reports.
Non-profits hope Marshall Field's giving won't diminish
Officials with May Department Stores say they will not change much about Marshall Field's when they buy the department store chain from Target corporation. But will that extend to Marshall Field's charitable giving? For now, the answer is up in the air. Officials with both companies say that aspect of the deal remains to be sorted out. But As Minnesota Public Radio's Bill Catlin reports, non-profit executives remain optimistic about the outcome.
Treating meth addiction requires a new approach
Methamphetamine scares people. The stimulant is extremely addictive. Stories are common of the outrageous behavior of meth addicts. This morning, we continue a new Mainstreet Radio series, "Meth in Minnesota." We're looking at the costs of this addiction. There's lots of hype about this drug. The myths about meth are common too. One of them, is that treatment doesn't work. Addiction counselors say that's just not true. But kicking meth can require some new techniques. Mainstreet Radio's Bob Reha has the next story in our series "Meth in Minnesota."
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Wednesday, June 16, 2004 |
Jennings proposes more cuts for Minneapolis schools
Outgoing Minneapolis Schools Superintendent David Jennings is proposing $23 million in cuts to balance the district's budget. Nearly 500 people, including 250 teachers, would be laid off under the plan. Jennings is leaving his post at the end of this month now that a successor, Thandiwe Peebles, has been named. Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer spoke with Jennings, who says this is the fourth year in a row that the district has been forced to cuts its budget.
Jail or treatment for Meth addicts?
The effects of methamphetamine use are working their way through our criminal justice system. The rapid rise in meth arrests is one of the main factors in sharply higher prison populations. This morning, our Mainstreet Radio series "Meth in Minnesota," continues. We're focusing on the costs of this addiction. Some of the costs are human. But others are about dollars and cents. The cost of housing drug offenders has renewed an old debate: What works best, prison or treatment? The debate over state drug policies came into sharp focus this year in a case involving methamphetamine, jail time and a young Minnesota mother. Mainstreet Radio's Mark Steil has the story.
Moorhead celebrates Ulysses on Bloomsday
Today marks the 100th anniversary of Bloomsday. It is a celebration of a fictitious day in the life of the Bloom family in Dublin Ireland. The story is captured in the James Joyce novel Ulysses. It has been called the finest work of the 20th century by some. Others see it as an indecipherable tome. This year Bloomsday is being celebrated from Dublin to Moorhead. Mainstreet Radios Dan Gunderson reports.
Prince coming to the Twin Cities
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Prince is back home this week. The Minnesota music legend is on tour promoting his latest CD called Musicology. He will stop at St. Paul's Xcel Energy Center with three shows on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday nights. The tour has already been through Dallas, Texas, where Dallas Morning News pop music critic Thor Christiansen joins us this morning.
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Thursday, June 17, 2004 |
Mexico's President Vicente Fox visits Twin Cities
Mexican President Vicente Fox visits the Twin Cities Friday as part of a three-state swing through the midwest. Fox will meet with Gov. Tim Pawlenty and others on this first-ever visit by a Mexican head of state. He is expected to discuss trade relations between the state and Mexico, and advocate for greater protections for Mexican immigrants living here. Minnesota Public Radio's Marisa Helms reports.
"Famous Dave" facing criticism on Capitol Hill
"Famous" Dave Anderson is drawing some criticism in Washington, DC, where there have been calls for his resignation as head of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Anderson is from Edina and is known for founding the Famous Dave's barbeque chain. On Capitol Hill, the controversy is over Anderson's decision to recuse himself from gambling issues, citing the appearance of conflict of interest. A few senators have questioned why he took the job if he wasn't going to make decisions about such high-profile issues. Paul DeMain is the managing editor of News From Indian Country, a twice-monthly newspaper based in Wisconsin. He joins us now.
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Friday, June 18, 2004 |
Trade part of Mexican president's visit
When Mexican President Vicente Fox arrives in the Twin Cities this morning, Minnesota-Mexico trade is just one topic on a full agenda. But four years ago, when Gov. Jesse Ventura led a trade mission to Mexico, the two sides voiced lofty goals. Among them: That Mexico would become our second-largest trading partner, and that Mexico would set up a trade office here. Neither has happened, and our economic relationship is still not as strong as it could be. Minnesota Public Radio's Jeff Horwich reports.
Minnesota Thunder moves home games to St. Paul
As part of his visit to Minnesota, Mexico's President Vicente Fox meets players from Minnesota's pro soccer team, the Minnesota Thunder this afternoon. It is a prelude to a game later today when the Thunder will take on one of Mexico's top teams, club Morelia, in a special exhibition game at James Griffin Stadium. The stadium at Central High School in Saint Paul is the Thunder's new home field -- a relocation the Thunder hope will expand its fan base. Minnesota Public Radio's Toni Randolph reports.
Climatologist Mark Seeley's weather comments
University of Minnesota Climatologist Mark Seeley discusses the summer seasonal climate outlook. On Thursday of this week, the Climate Prediction Center released the seasonal outlooks for July, August, and September. For our region, the outlooks all favor cooler than normal temperatures as a result of recent abundant wetness and persistent cloud cover. The outlooks suggest rainfall will have equal chances of being above or below normal for the balance of the summer season in Minnesota. He also says there's another reason to get a weather radio: Homeland security alerts will be broadcast on those airwaves.
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