Ampers

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Ampers is an association of 18 independent community radio stations in Minnesota.  Each station is locally managed and programmed by and for the local communities they serve.  Ampers is the largest network of community radio stations in the state of Minnesota and one of the largest of its kind in the United States. From Grand Marais, and Thief River Falls, to Mankato and Winona, and just about everywhere in between, we’ve got Minnesota covered. Our combined audience is about 250,000 devoted listeners.  Ampers has no affiliation with Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) and receives no financial support from MPR. 

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50 Pieces

Individual stories from Minnesota Native news that make up the weekly newscasts.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Dec 29, 2016
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24 Pieces

MN Native News Special Edition: COVID-19 Community Conversations

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: May 20, 2020
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12 Pieces

Documentaries and features from Minnesota Native News.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Dec 29, 2016
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112 Pieces

MN Native News: COVID-19 Daily Update

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: May 20, 2020
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21 Pieces

MN Native News: Health Report

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: May 20, 2020
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25 Pieces

Join us as we dive into Minnesota's rich and diverse heritage, from Dakota voices and Latin artists to wildlife conservation and cultural festivals. Discover stories of resilience, creativity, and community, exploring everything from herbalist traditions and creative writing programs for youth to the vibrant performances of South Asian theater companies. These episodes celebrate the multifaceted legacy of Minnesota, shining a light on the past, present, and future contributions of its diverse communities.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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514 Pieces

MN90: Minnesota History in 90 Seconds" is a history program airing on Ampers stations in Minnesota. It is a co-production of Ampers and the Minnesota Historical Society.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Jan 29, 2014
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24 Pieces

The special series of Native Lights is all about connecting with our neighbors during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Mar 27, 2020
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147 Pieces

We amplify stories of people within Minnesota’s Native communities. We explore the history, work, strength, and resiliency of Native people who are shaping the future, while appreciating those who came before.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Aug 28, 2019
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12 Pieces

Racial Reckoning: The Arc of Justice is a journalism initiative from Ampers, Diverse Radio for Minnesota’s Communities, KMOJ Radio, and the Minnesota Humanities Center covering the trials of the officers accused of killing George Floyd, the community’s reaction, and exploring the changes needed to create a more just society.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Mar 08, 2021

Pieces

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Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow are remembered as the romantically doomed outlaw couple of Depression-era Texas. So why does a Minnesota town lay cl...

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  • Added: Jun 20, 2018
  • Length: 01:30
  • Purchases: 20
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Before William “Buzz” Schneider was a Miracle on Ice, he was a sports-obsessed boy growing up on the Iron Range. Britt Aamodt looks back the career...

Bought by KVSC, WDSE, WTIP, KKWE Niijii Radio, KFAI Minneapolis and more


  • Added: Jun 20, 2018
  • Length: 01:30
  • Purchases: 21
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This week on Minnesota Native News, we explore the state of suicide in the native community and get a look at a new urban program launched to addre...

Bought by KRZA, Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota, Bois Forte Tribal Community Radio, KOJB 90.1 FM The eagle, KQAL and more


  • Added: Jun 20, 2018
  • Length: 05:00
  • Purchases: 14
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This week on Minnesota Native News we look back at the legislative session and two proposals that will impact tribes and Native people in the state.

Bought by Bois Forte Tribal Community Radio, Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota, KQAL, WDSE, KOJB 90.1 FM The eagle and more


  • Added: Jun 13, 2018
  • Length: 09:44
  • Purchases: 11
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And a group visits the Vatican to request the revocation of the Doctrine of Discovery.

Bought by KMOJ-FM


  • Added: Jun 07, 2018
  • Length: 02:06
  • Purchases: 1
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A playwright and actor talks about an upcoming theater festival.

Bought by KMOJ-FM


  • Added: Jun 07, 2018
  • Length: 01:30
  • Purchases: 1
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A new early headstart and preschool focusing on Dakota language is opening in the Lower Sioux community.

Bought by KMOJ-FM


  • Added: Jun 07, 2018
  • Length: 01:48
  • Purchases: 1
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A new early headstart and preschool focusing on Dakota language is opening in the Lower Sioux community… A playwright and actor talks about an upco...

Bought by Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota, KMSU, KOJB 90.1 FM The eagle, KKWE Niijii Radio, Bois Forte Tribal Community Radio and more


  • Added: Jun 06, 2018
  • Length: 05:00
  • Purchases: 12
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This week on Minnesota Native News we hear the latest on the line 3 oil pipeline permitting process and visit a celebration for new Native physicia...

Bought by Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota, KVSC, KOJB 90.1 FM The eagle, WDSE, KMSU and more


  • Added: May 30, 2018
  • Length: 05:00
  • Purchases: 12
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Tribes band together to support healthy activity in St Paul MN

  • Added: May 23, 2018
  • Length: :56