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Midmorning ceased broadcast on February 20, 2012 and was replaced by The Daily Circuit.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Minnesota Public Radio Stories
High-speed rail: the costs and benefits
President Obama promises that a new national network of high-speed passenger rail lines will relieve congestion and reduce our impact on the environment. Urban planners are excited to see cities become more centralized, but some say that the public investment is too costly.9:06 a.m.More from MPRNorthstar Commuter Rail line opening Nov. 16 (08/31/2009)St. Paul to fund additional light rail station (08/26/2009)Resources
Will a graphic video stop teens from texting while driving?
A researcher of distraction and driving talks about the new PSA that students in the U.K. will have to watch. It's a graphic depiction of a horrendous car crash that begins with a teenaged girl texting behind the wheel.9:45 a.m.GuestsDavid Strayer: In recent years texting has become an increasingly popular form of communication, but the dangers of texting while driving have raised concerns.Resources
How our fast culture hurts reading
Reading is losing the competition with other media for our attention says the book editor of the Los Angeles Times. He found it difficult to find space in his mind to allow him to concentrate on books.10:06 a.m.GuestsDavid Ulin: Book editor for the Los Angeles Times.John Freeman: Acting editor of Granta, a magazine that surveys fiction.Resources
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