Historic lows in new housing sales Home sales are lagging of new and existing homes, despite a federal tax credit worth thousands of dollars to some homebuyers. A look at what the weakness in the housing market is doing to the economy and people's abilities to buy and sell homes.9:06 a.m.
Guests
Nicolas Retsinas: Director of Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies.
Teresa Boardman: Local realtor who runs a blog called "St Paul Real Estate."
John Burns: CEO of John Burns Real Estate Consulting.
The long history of beermaking in Minnesota From the Civil War through prohibition and the rise of mega-breweries, the August Schell Brewing company has seen its share of ups and downs but managed to survive, and thrive. As Schell's celebrates 150 years in business, Midmorning looks at the company's colorful history, and the history of brewing in Minnesota.10:06 a.m.
Guests
Ted Marti: CEO of August Schell Brewing Company, which celebrates it's 150th anniversary this year. He joins us in studio.
Doug Hoverson: Author of "Land of Amber Waters." He joins us in studio.
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