Julie Siple

MPR’s Cathy Wurzer talks with church bell ringers in the Twin Cities. From Salvation Army kettles to church towers, the ringing of bells is a traditional part of the Christmas season. Their melodic sound that tolls from bell towers across the region are more often, than not, courtesy of computer chips and other high technology. But we found at least two churches in the Twin Cities whose bells are still powered by the human touch.

People & Places Chris Farrell , Julie Siple · Jun 28, 2019 Listen Story audio 49min 25sec As adults, we spend a huge part of our waking hours working. Business experts say finding purpose at work may increase job satisfaction and productivity. And a growing body research suggests having a strong life purpose is good for your physical and mental health - and may even decrease your risk of dying early.

Health Angela Davis , Julie Siple · Jun 11, 2019 Listen Story audio 49min 50sec The incidence of Lyme disease is rising in Minnesota. The state gets about 1,000 reports of confirmed cases each year, four times the number it saw in the late 1990s. But Lyme isn't the only tick-borne disease found in the state. There is also anaplasmosis, babesiosis, and several others you don't want to get.