The 5% Campaign continues to gain momentum, with a rally planned for noon Tuesday, November 12 at the state capitol. Campaign supporters and legislative allies will speak out for a…
Day: November 8, 2013
Appleby urges audience to understand others
Cal Appleby’s longstanding commitment to access to education and people with disabilities was recognized November 1 with the 2013 Charlie Smith Award. The award was presented at the annual Access…
Editor's Column - November 2013
It has been an unbelievably exciting month. I was lucky enough to take some time to travel to a family wedding in New Jersey. It was great to spend time…
Olmstead Plan is released
Minnesota’s long-awaited Olmstead Plan is a reality. But even though what is called the final version of the plan was published November 1, state leaders note it will be an…
History Note: Collected corn tradition reaps benefits for campers
Fall is harvest time, with farmers putting in long days to bring in their crops and prepare for spring planting. In Minnesota and Wisconsin, a harvest of a different kind…
State council marks 40 years of advocacy, service
Forty years of service were celebrated October 17 by the Minnesota State Council on Disability (MSCOD). The state council held its annual awards event in St. Paul, with more than…