Objects in Mirror: May 1, 2008 Archive

Radio Free Current

Posted at 8:45 AM on May 1, 2008 by Julia Schrenkler

Radio Free Current is the day of the music you choose on 89.3 The Current, so don't wait to submit your song requests. Include a message, dedication, or just plain why you're digging on the song.

Radio Free Current starts at 09:00 a.m. Are you listening to the Web stream? Join our open online listening-lounge discussion. Who knows what will happen...

Discuss Grand Theft Auto IV

Posted at 9:50 AM on May 1, 2008 by Julia Schrenkler

MPR Midmorning discusses the game on the air this morning: Despite criticism, gamers rave about Grand Theft Auto IV:

The new video game Grand Theft Auto IV arrived in stores on Tuesday, and some five million people are expected to buy it over the next two weeks. Midmorning examines the GTA phenomenon and the growing popularity of video games for adults.

Is the success of the series expected, surprising or worrisome to you? Why? Is this about violence, video games, or parenting? Share your take and the reasoning behind it by joining our open online discussion: What is your opinion of Grand Theft Auto IV?

Severe weather in Worthington

Posted at 8:25 PM on May 1, 2008 by Julia Schrenkler

What are the odds that on the night MPR hosts a Severe Weather in Minnesota: Forecasting and Surviving a Storm event, Worthington is facing extreme weather? A tornado watch is in effect until 11 PM CDT this evening.