2017 Charlie Smith Award winner tirelessly makes a difference
Athlete and advocate Mark Braun works to make a difference, one person at a time. His own difficult start in […]
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Daily Archives: September 8, 2017
Retirement awaits: New chapter for Radio Talking Book’s Holland
When Stuart Holland stepped down as manager of Minnesota Radio Talking Book Network September 5, he didn’t call it a […]
Durable goods access changes concerns go on
Access to needed medical equipment and supplies continues to cause problems for many people with disabilities. The latest fight in […]
Editor’s Column – September 2017
In early September, many of the advocacy organizations are putting together their 2018 legislative agendas, prioritizing and discussing what issues […]
History Note: Foundation for special education was laid in 1975
Crayons, pencils, a ruler and a backpack are necessities at back-to-school time. Learning the ABCs for students with disabilities requires […]
Nominees reflect what’s good about the community
Access Press wishes to honor the four other nominees for the 2017 Charlie Smith Award. Here are their stories. Bjorgan […]
Metro Mobility, other fare increase take effect October 1
On October 1, passengers using Metro Mobility, buses and trains in the Twin Cities region will pay more for their […]
Radio Talking Book – September 2017
Scott McKinney, Radio Supervisor Help us to welcome our new Radio Supervisor. Scott has a BA in psychology from […]
Adaptive cycling lending program lets riders hit the trail
Enhancing Independence and Building Community through Outdoor Adaptive Cycling” is the mission and motto of one of the state’s first […]
Disability Hub MN makes its debut
The Disability Linkage Line is now Disability Hub MN. The name change and an expanded scope of services were unveiled […]
Accessible Events – September 2017
More events information: VSA Minnesota is here. The website has a large calendar at in the upper right hand corner of […]
People & Places – September 2017
Calvit is Pollen honoree Jeanne Calvit, founder, creative director and executive director of Interact Center for Visual and Performing Acts […]
Ready for the banquet?
The Access Press Charlie Smith Award Banquet is Friday, November 3 at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel in Bloomington. Our […]
In Memoriam: September 2017
Timber saw everyone’s potential Described as an “angel on earth” and a champion for people with disabilities, Colleen Timbers was […]
Regional News in Review – September 2017
Camp Winnebago pulls up stakes After 50 years of serving campers with disabilities throughout the region, Camp Winnebago in Caledonia […]
