David Phillips
David Phillips
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Chert Quarry Near Grand Meadow Was Historic Social Center
A historic Grand Meadow-area site was both a quarry and a seasonal crossroads for neighboring Indigenous people. Check out part II of David Phillips’ reporting.

Chert Quarry Near Grand Meadow is Rare, Lucky Find for Archaeologists
In the first of two stories, David Phillips reports on a rare archaeological find near Grand Meadow and visits with the archaeologist who’s been leading the research in recent years.

Shooting Star Trail Was Once an Indigenous Crossroads
David Phillips explores Indigenous history found in Mower County along the Shooting Star Trail.

Area Public Health Officials Remain Vigilant at All Times
Since long before Covid 19, health officials have worked hard to stay ahead of ‘the next’ potential regional health threat; David Phillips reports on one example of a dedicated health team.

Artist Creating New Life in Southeastern Minnesota
David Phillips visits with Michelle de la Vega, nationally known artist and transplant to a small farm in southeast Minnesota.

Frequent Cemetery Visitor Finds ‘Friends’, Preserves Memories
David Phillips shares the story of a southeastern Minnesota woman’s hobby that’s become a mission to restore headstones and preserve memories for local families.

LeRoy-Area Couple Turns Family Dairy Farm into Gourmet Mushroom Business
David Phillips introduces us to farming entrepreneurs near LeRoy who are building a thriving mushroom business.

Hydroponic Farm is High Tech Operation With Small Footprint
David Phillips tours a hydroponic farming operation in Wykoff, Minnesota. Owner Tony Rahe gives access to the two trailers currently housing multiple acres of lettuce, kohlrabi, and radishes that are sold to local schools, at farmers markets, and online.