STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Daniel Wolter July 23, 2003 (651) 296-0001 Communications Office (651) 296-0001

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Public events schedule for Thursday, July 24, 2003

10:00 a.m. Governor Pawlenty, Commissioner of Education Cheri Pierson Yecke, and St. Paul Superintendent Pat Harvey hold a press conference on School Report Cards.

Como Park Elementary School 780 West Wheelock Parkway Saint Paul, MN 55117-4099 Telephone: (651) 293-8820

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

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MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Friday, July 25, 2003

9:00 a.m. Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO radio studios in Minneapolis.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

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MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, July 26, 2003 through Monday, July 28, 2003

Saturday, July 26 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. First Lady Mary Pawlenty takes part in “Family Fishing Day,” an event to support the families of troops who have been recently deployed. The daylong event will feature family fishing, children’s activities and canoeing.

Camp Ripley Military Reservation north of Little Falls, MN off Highway 371

Sunday, July 27 7:00 p.m. Governor Tim Pawlenty delivers welcome remarks at the opening dinner of the Governor's Golf Classic.

Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort 6373 Wynne Creek Drive Biwabik, MN 55708 (218) 865-7170

Monday, July 28 All day Governor Tim Pawlenty participates in the Governor’s Golf Classic at Giants Ridge.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

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MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, July 29, 2003

10:00 a.m. Governor Pawlenty speaks at the 934th Airlift Wing Air Force Reserve Deployment.

934th Airlift Wing Highway 62 and 34th Street Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

12:30 p.m. Governor Pawlenty introduces U.S. Secretary of Education Rod Paige at the White House Conference on Faith-Based and Community Initiatives.

Exhibit Hall B, Minneapolis Convention Center 1301 2nd Avenue S Minneapolis, MN 55403 612-335-6000

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Daniel Wolter July 29, 2003 (651) 296-0001 (651) 248-9953 cell

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, July 30, 2003

9:00 a.m. Governor Pawlenty will host a Symposium on the challenges and opportunities of education in Greater Minnesota.

Discovery Middle School 501 McKay Avenue N. Alexandria, MN

2:00 p.m. Governor Pawlenty attends and participates in forum on CREP (Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program).

Windom Community Center 1750 Cottonwood Lake Drive Windom, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

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MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, July 31, 2003

6:45 a.m. Governor Pawlenty is a guest on KCUE-AM radio in Red Wing to say farewell to broadcaster Trent Allen after 40 years on the air.

KCUE-AM Red Wing, MN

9:00 a.m. Governor Pawlenty and Lt. Governor/Transportation Commissioner Molnau announce long-term transportation projects advanced by the 2003 Transportation Finance Bill.

Mn/DOT Maryland Avenue Truck Station 244 E. Maryland Ave. St. Paul, MN (35 E north to Maryland Avenue. Left at exit. Left at L’Orient Avenue. Sign at intersection designates station)

10:00 a.m. Governor Pawlenty tours United Hospital’s Neuroscience Department.

United Hospital 333 N. Smith Ave. St. Paul, MN

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MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Friday, August 1, 2003

9:00 a.m. Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO radio studios in Minneapolis.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

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MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, August 2 through Monday, August 4, 2003

Saturday, August 2, 2003 9:00 a.m. Governor Pawlenty signals the start of the Lifetime Fitness Triathlon.

Lake Nokomis (near the beach house) Minneapolis

Sunday, August 3, 2003

No public events.

Monday, August 4, 2003 2:00 p.m. Governor Pawlenty and Commerce Commissioner Glenn Wilson tour Entegris, a fuel cell manufacturing company, and take part in a ceremony commissioning the company’s own fuel cell to power operations.

Entegris, Building 3 101 Peavey Road Chaska

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

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***UPDATED MEDIA ADVISORY*** Public events schedule for Tuesday, August 5, 2003 Includes locations for National Night Out events (page 2)

9:15 a.m. – Maple Grove Governor Tim Pawlenty and Employment and Economic Development Commissioner Matt Kramer hold press conference to announce and introduce appointees to the Minnesota Biosciences Council

Boston Scientific One Scimed Place Maple Grove, MN Directions: Drive west on I-94 to County Road 109/Weaver Lake Road exit. Turn left onto Weaver Lake Road approximately ½ mile. Turn right onto Scimed Place.

11:15 a.m. – Mankato Governor Pawlenty visits training camp at Minnesota State University, Mankato, holds joint media availability with Vikings Coach Mike Tice at 11:45 a.m.

Minnesota State University campus Mankato, MN

12:30 p.m. – Mankato Governor Pawlenty is luncheon speaker at the Minnesota Rural Summit

Minnesota State University Centennial Student Union ballroom Mankato, MN

2:15 p.m. – Redwood Falls Governor Pawlenty visits “Farmfest,” delivers brief remarks at 3:15 p.m. (Forum Tent)

Gilfillan Estate Hwy 67 and Redwood County Rd. 13 Redwood Falls, MN

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Governor Pawlenty takes part in National Night Out events in the Twin Cities:

6:30 p.m. – Saint Paul: 5th Street between Maria and Mounds Blvd. 7:30 p.m. – Northeast Minneapolis: Waite Park Wesleyan Church, 33rd Ave NE and Lincoln 8:15 p.m. – Brooklyn Park: Sports Complex, Hwy 610 and Noble

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Daniel Wolter August 5, 2003 (651) 296-0001 (651) 248-9935 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, August 6, 2003

No public events scheduled.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 6, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, August 7, through Sunday, August 10, 2003

No public events scheduled.

U.S. Congressman Mark Kennedy (6th District) will host the Governor’s weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” on Friday, August 8, 2003. 9:00 a.m., WCCO Radio AM 830.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 8, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Monday, August 11, 2003

1:15 p.m. -- Roseville Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at first meeting of the Education Finance Reform Task Force

Department of Education Conference Center 1500 W. Hwy 36 Roseville, MN

3:30 p.m. – Stillwater Governor Pawlenty attends Pheasants Forever golf event at the Stillwater Country Club

Stillwater Country Club 1421 N 4th St. Stillwater, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 11, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, August 12, 2003

12:45 p.m. – Richfield Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at the first meeting of the Governor’s Youth Council and tours the new site of Best Buy headquarters

Best Buy corporate headquarters campus 7601 Penn Ave South Richfield, MN

3:30 p.m. – New Ulm Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks and visits with troops and their families at a deployment ceremony for the 1st Battalion, 125th Field Artillery unit

German Park New Ulm, MN

5:30 p.m. – Harriet Island Governor Pawlenty highlights his Clean Water vision for Minnesota and presents the River Friendly Community Award at Rivers Council of Minnesota “RiverNight” celebration

Harriet Island St. Paul, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 12, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, August 13, 2003

No public events scheduled.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 13, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, August 14, 2003

Governor Pawlenty is in New York City to attend his first Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) meeting. President Bush appointed the governor to be a member of the council on May 9, 2003.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 14, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Friday, August 15, 2003

9:00 a.m. – New York Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from the CBS Broadcast Center in New York, NY (WCCO AM 830). Guests include St. Paul Mayor Randy Kelly and former Gopher men’s hockey coach Doug Woog.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 15, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, August 16, through Monday, August 18, 2003

Saturday, August 16

10:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty attends funeral mass for former University of Minnesota and U.S. Olympic hockey coach Herb Brooks

Cathedral of St. Paul 239 Selby Avenue St. Paul, MN

Afternoon Governor Pawlenty travels to Indianapolis, IN, to attend National Governor’s Association (NGA) annual meeting

Sunday, August 17

Indianapolis Governor Pawlenty attends NGA meetings

Monday, August 18

11:00 a.m. -- Indianapolis Governor Pawlenty holds conference call with Minnesota media

To join the conference, dial 1-800-779-3218 (toll free). For security reasons, the operator will ask for the “LEADERS” name and the “PASSCODE.” You will be placed on music hold until the conference call starts and will be instructed on how to participate

LEADER: Gov Tim Pawlenty PASSCODE: GOTSOM

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 18, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, August 19, 2003

2:00 p.m. – St. Louis Park Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at ceremonial bill signing for the new Adverse Health Care Reporting Act.

Methodist Hospital Outside the front entrance of the hospital 6500 Excelsior Boulevard St. Louis Park, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 19, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, August 20, 2003

10:00 a.m. – Rosemount Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at Minnesota National Guard troop deployment ceremony.

Rosemount Training Facility Main drill floor 13865 S. Robert Trail Rosemount, MN

11:30 a.m. -- Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty presents proclamation at event celebrating Princess Kay of the Milky Way’s 50th anniversary.

Sheraton Four Points Metrodome 35W and Industrial Blvd. Minneapolis, MN

4:30 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty meets with Grant Remmen, 2003 Minnesota State Spelling Bee champion from Detroit Lakes.

Governnor’s Reception Room, State Capitol St. Paul, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 20, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, August 21, 2003

First Day of the Minnesota State Fair

At the Fair (*approximate times):

6:00 a.m. Governor Pawlenty greets fairgoers by “Gate 5” on Snelling Avenue. 6:10 a.m. Governor Pawlenty live appearance with KARE-TV at the gate. 6:30 a.m. Governor Pawlenty live appearance with the KSTP-TV morning show; booth is near the Grandstand. 7:15 a.m. Governor Pawlenty live appearance with KMSP-TV at the Leinenkugel band shell. 7:45 a.m. Governor Pawlenty live appearance on WCCO-AM with Dave Lee and Eric Eskola; WCCO AM booth. 8:45 a.m. Governor Pawlenty holds press conference on education report cards, featuring “Accountability on a Stick;” MN Education Dept. booth, Education Building, Cosgrove Street, north of Dan Patch Ave

11:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty presents winner of the “2003 Minnesota Forest Educator of the Year Award.”

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 21, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Friday, August 22, 2003

9:00 a.m. – State Fair Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from the Minnesota State Fair grounds. *Show will feature Ron Shara as his side-kick, with additional guests Paul Magers and Tae Vander Kooi, the 50th Princess Kay of the Milky Way.

WCCO Radio booth

1:30 p.m. – Walker Governor Pawlenty addresses meeting of the Governor’s Interstate Indian Council.

Northern Lights Hotel 6800 Y Frontage Road NW Walker, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 22, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, August 23, through Monday, August 25, 2003

Saturday, August 23

12:30 p.m. – Nicollet Governor Pawlenty speaks to the Minnesota Outdoor Heritage Alliance’s sportsman-legislator strategic summit.

Nicollet Conservation Club Highway 14 West Nicollet, MN

Sunday, August 24

No public events scheduled.

Monday, August 25

No public events scheduled.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 25, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, August 26, 2003

*Note: Governor Pawlenty will be speaking at the St. Paul RiverCentre event with Pres. Bush.

5:30 p.m. – MOA Governor Pawlenty attends Minnesota Lynx playoff rally at the Mall of America, Sears court.

5:30 p.m. Lynx players meet and greet autograph session. 6:00 p.m. program begins.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 26, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, August 27, 2003

9:30 a.m. Governor Pawlenty live call-in guest on KXRA AM 1490, Alexandria, with Dennis Anhalt.

3:30 p.m. – State Fair Photo opportunity: Governor Pawlenty goes down the “Giant Slide” at the State Fair, located on Nelson Street.

5:00 p.m. – State Fair Governor Pawlenty live on the “Jason Lewis Show” KSTP AM 1500.

6:05 p.m. – State Fair Governor Pawlenty live on KFAN AM 1130 with Dan Barreiro.

6:30 – 8:00 p.m.* – State Fair Governor Pawlenty tours booths in the Education Building at State Fair.

Education Building Cosgrove Street (north of Dan Patch Avenue)

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*Times are approximate and subject to change.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 27, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, August 28, 2003

7:40 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty live call-in guest on KWNG (FM 105.9)/KCUE (AM 1250), Red Wing.

1:00 p.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty delivers closing remarks at Minnesota Vikings season kickoff lunch.

Minneapolis Hilton and Towers

2:30 p.m. – State Fair Governor Pawlenty live on the “Ruth Koscielak Show.”

3:30 p.m. – State Fair Governor Pawlenty live on KFAN AM 1130 with Chad Hartman.

4:00 p.m. – State Fair Governor Pawlenty live on KSTP AM 1500 with Joe Soucheray.

5:00 p.m. – State Fair Governor Pawlenty KARE-11 TV appearance.

5:30 p.m. – State Fair Governor Pawlenty visits Minnesota Agriculture Department building at State Fair, on Underwood Street.

6:00 p.m. – State Fair Governor Pawlenty attempts to dunk Don Shelby in the dunk tank, live on WCCO-4 TV.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 28, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Friday, August 29, 2003

9:00 a.m. – State Fair Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO Radio booth at the State Fair. WCCO AM 830. Commissioner Matt Kramer will serve as co-host and the Governor will make an announcement about trade.

11:00 a.m. – State Fair Governor Pawlenty live on MPR’s “Midday with Gary Eichten.” MPR 91.1 FM. MPR's booth is located at the corner of Judson Avenue and Nelson Street.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella August 29, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, August 30, through Tuesday, August 2, 2003

Saturday, August 30

No public events scheduled.

Sunday, August 31

No public events scheduled.

Monday, September 1

Labor Day. No public event scheduled.

Tuesday, September 2

Noon – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty has lunch with students at Nokomis Montessori Magnet School and goes on a “learning walk” with St. Paul schools Superintendent Dr. Pat Harvey.

985 Ruth Street Saint Paul, MN

2:45 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty presents proclamation declaring September to be “Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month” in Minnesota.

Governor’s Reception Room, Capitol St. Paul, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 2, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, September 3, 2003

9:00 a.m. – Capitol Governor Pawlenty chairs quarterly meetings of the State Board of Investment, the Land Exchange Board, and the Executive Council.

Room 125, State Capitol St. Paul, MN

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MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, September 4, 2003

7:30 a.m. -- Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at Urban Ventures Leadership Foundation breakfast.

3041 4th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN

12:15 p.m. – St Paul Governor Pawlenty visits the St. Paul Farmer’s Market and proclaims September to be “Five a Day for Better Health Month” in Minnesota.

Downtown Seventh Place Mall Market (enter on Wabasha across from Marshall Fields)

6:30 p.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty speaks at the Minnesota Business Partnership’s annual dinner.

Minneapolis Marriot Hotel 30 South 7th Street

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 4, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Friday, September 5, 2003

9:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO Radio studios in Minneapolis. NOTE: The Governor will make a major announcement regarding the drought situation in Minnesota.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis, MN

10:10 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty live on KFGO AM 790, Fargo- Moorhead.

5:30 p.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty live on CNN’s “Lou Dobbs Tonight.”

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 5, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell)

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, Sept. 6 through Monday Sept. 8, 2003

Saturday, Sept. 6

9:30 a.m. – St. Cloud Governor Pawlenty addresses members of the State Republican Convention

St. Cloud Convention Center 10 Fourth Avenue South St. Cloud, MN Monday, Sept. 8

8:45 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty welcomes members of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials at the group’s annual nationwide meeting

Minneapolis Convention Center 1301 Second Avenue South Minneapolis, MN

10:00 a.m. – State Capitol Governor Pawlenty is joined by former U.S. Senator Dave Durenburger at a news conference to announce the members of the Minnesota Citizens Forum on Health Care

Governor’s Reception Room

11:00 a.m. – State Capitol Governor Pawlenty is joined by Gophers Hockey Coach Don Lucia to declare September as Minnesota College Savings Plan Month

Governor’s Reception Room

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5:30 p.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty participates in a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Guthrie Theater

Second Street South and Chicago Avenue South

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Dan Wolter September 8, 2003 (651) 296-0001 (651) 248-9935 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, September 9, 2003

9:30 a.m. – Mazeppa Governor Pawlenty visits farmers Carl and Joyce Larson and gets a firsthand look at the crop damage caused by this summer’s drought.

Rural Route 1 Box 295 AA Mazeppa, MN

Directions: Hwy 52 to 60E Turn right on Wabasha County #1 Drive one mile -- driveway is on the left (just past apple orchard)

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Dan Wolter September 9, 2003 (651) 296-0001 (651) 248-9935 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, September 10, 2003

7:15 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty live on KBRF AM 1250/Lakes Radio Group, Fergus Falls.

10:30 a.m. – Chicago, IL Governor Pawlenty delivers keynote address at the Japanese External Trade Organization’s Midwest-Japan Biotechnology Summit.

Chicago Hilton and Towers Chicago, IL

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 10, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, September 11, 2003

6:50 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty live on Cities 97, FM 97.1.

7:15 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty live on KS95’s “Van and Cheryl Show.”

7:00 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty speaks at 9-11 memorial service at Midway Stadium and presents a plaque to Tom and Beverly Burnett, parents of the Flight 93 hero, Tom Burnett Jr.

Midway Stadium 1771 Energy Park Drive St. Paul, MN

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 11, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Friday, September 12, 2003

9:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO Radio studios in Minneapolis, AM 830.

625 2nd Avenue South

10:30 a.m. – State Capitol Governor Pawlenty visits with Finnish Ambassador Jukka Valtasaari and Osmo Vänskä, the new music director of the Minnesota Orchestra.

Governor’s Reception Room

11:00 a.m. – State Capitol Governor Pawlenty and Human Services Commissioner Kevin Goodno accept award from USDA Undersecretary Eric Bost for the efficiency in management of Minnesota’s food stamp program, Food Support. Congressman Gil Gutknecht will also be in attendance.

Governor’s Reception Room

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 12, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, September 13, through Monday, September 15, 2003

Saturday, September 13

7:30 a.m. – Edina Governor Pawlenty attends the Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance’s “5 Run/2K Walk” event.

Rosland Park Highway 62 at Valley View Road Edina, MN

1:30 p.m. – Eveleth Governor Pawlenty rides the ATV trails in the Gilbert/Eveleth recreation area as part of the ATV Association of Minnesota’s fall convention.

Iron Range/OHV Recreation Area Gilbert/Eveleth, MN

6:00 p.m. – Eveleth Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at the Minnesota ATV Association’s dinner reception.

Days Inn Eveleth, MN

Sunday, September 14

No public events scheduled.

Monday, September 15

11:00 a.m. – State Capitol Governor Pawlenty and Education Commissioner Cheri Pierson Yecke hold news conference about the Minnesota state quarter dollar.

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2:30 p.m. – Northfield Governor Pawlenty delivers keynote address at Carleton College’s Opening Convocation.

Carleton College Skinner Memorial Chapel Northfield, MN

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 15, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, September 16, 2003

5:30 p.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at the Corporation for Supportive Housing’s national board meeting.

McKnight Foundation offices 710 2nd Street South, Suite #400 Minneapolis, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 16, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, September 17, 2003

Day 1 (2) of Governor Pawlenty’s JOBZ (Job Opportunity Building Zones) Tour

*Editor’s note: Media is invited to attend meetings. The Governor and DEED Commissioner Matt Kramer will be available for media questions after the meetings.

6:30 a.m. – By Telephone Governor Pawlenty live on KSUM AM 1370, Fairmont, to discuss JOBZ Initiative.

9:30 am – Eveleth Governor Pawlenty and Commissioner Kramer hold JOBZ meeting with local representatives.

Days Inn (formally Holiday Inn) Chateau St. Charles Room Highway 53 at Hat Trick Avenue Eveleth, MN

10:30-10:45 am – Eveleth Media availability at Days Inn.

12 noon – Bemidji Governor Pawlenty and Commissioner Kramer hold JOBZ meeting at Beltrami Electric Co-op with local representatives.

4111 Technical Drive NW; Community Room Bemidji, MN

1-1:15 pm – Bemidji Media availability at Beltrami Electric Co-op.

2:30 pm – Fergus Falls Governor Pawlenty and Commissioner Kramer hold JOBZ meeting at West Central Initiative with local representatives.

1000 Western Avenue Fergus Falls, MN (more) Voice: (651) 296-3391 or (800) 657-3717 ♦ Fax: (651) 296-0056 ♦ TDD: (651) 296-0075 or (800) 657-3598 Web site: An Equal Opportunity Employer Page 2

3:30-3:45 pm – Fergus Falls Media availability at West Central Initiative.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 17, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, September 18, 2003

Day 2 of Governor Pawlenty’s JOBZ (Job Opportunity Building Zones) Tour

*Editor’s note: Media is invited to attend meetings. The Governor and DEED Commissioner Matt Kramer will be available for media questions after the meetings.

9:30 a.m. – Fairmont Governor Pawlenty and Commissioner Kramer hold JOBZ meeting with local representatives.

Fairmont Knights of Columbus 920 East 10th Street Fairmont, MN

10:30-10:45 am – Fairmont Media availability at the Fairmont Knights of Columbus.

11:45 a.m. – Slayton Governor Pawlenty and Commissioner Kramer hold JOBZ meeting with local representatives.

The Royal Loon 3124 Juniper Avenue Slayton, MN

12:45 p.m. – Slayton Media availability at the Royal Loon.

2:00 pm – Appleton Governor Pawlenty and Commissioner Kramer hold JOBZ meeting with local representatives.

Appleton Civic Center 323 Schlieman Avenue Appleton, MN

3:00 p.m. – Appleton Media availability at the Appelton Civic Center.

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5:30 p.m. – Bloomington Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at former Minnesota Governor Al Quie’s 80th birthday celebration.

Radisson South Hotel 7800 Normandale Boulevard

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 23, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, September 24, 2003

12:15 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at St. Paul Chamber of Commerce luncheon meeting.

St. Paul Town and Country Club 300 Mississippi River Boulevard North St. Paul, MN

2:40 p.m. – By Telephone Governor Pawlenty live on the Ruth Koscielak Show to talk Minnesota College Savings Plan, KCCO AM 950.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 19, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, September 20, through Monday, September 22, 2003

Saturday, September 20

No public events scheduled.

Sunday, September 21

No public events scheduled

Monday, September 22

7:45 a.m. – By Phone Governor Pawlenty live on KCUE-Radio, Red Wing.

9:30 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty and Commissioner Cheri Pierson Yecke hold press conference to announce education initiative. At 10:00 a.m., Governor Pawlenty will read to a class.

Jefferson Elementary School 2nd floor, in media center 1200 West 26th Street Minneapolis, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 22, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, September 23, 2003

Governor Pawlenty takes a tour along the Mississippi to highlight the Grand Excursion 2004, visits Winona, Wabasha, Red Wing, and Harriet Island

8:15 a.m. – Winona Governor Pawlenty meets with Winona community leaders at Watkins, Inc.

Watkins, Inc. Winona, MN

9:45 a.m. – Wabasha Governor Pawlenty meets with Wabasha community leaders, tours Wabasha’s riverfront, and takes a short cruise on a houseboat.

National Eagle Center Wabasha, MN

11:45 a.m. – Red Wing Governor Pawlenty meets with Red Wing community leaders, tours the new Red Wing Visitors Center.

Red Wing Visitors Center Historic Depot in Levee Park Red Wing, MN

2:00 p.m. – Harriet Island Governor Pawlenty addresses St. Paul community leaders, completes tour.

Harriet Island St. Paul, MN

4:05 p.m. – By Telephone Governor Pawlenty live on WCCO AM 830 with Don Shelby to talk Grand Excursion.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 23, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, September 24, 2003

12:15 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty speaks at the St. Paul Chamber of Commerce luncheon meeting.

St. Paul Town and Country Club 300 Mississippi River Boulevard North St. Paul, MN

2:40 p.m. – By Telephone Governor Pawlenty live on the Ruth Koscielak Show to talk Minnesota College Savings Plan, KCCO AM 950.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 24, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, September 25, 2003

9:30 a.m. – Appleton Governor Pawlenty and DEED Commissioner Matt Kramer hold JOBZ meeting with community leaders.

Appleton Civic Center Council Chambers room 323 Schlieman Avenue Appleton, MN

10:30 a.m. – Appleton Media Availability at Appleton Civic Center.

12:30 p.m. – East Grand Forks Governor Pawlenty and DEED Commissioner Matt Kramer hold JOBZ meeting with community leaders.

East Grand Forks City Hall Council Chambers room 600 Demers Avenue East Grand Forks, MN

1:30 p.m. – East Grand Forks Media Availability at East Grand Forks City Hall.

5:45 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at the American Red Cross of the Saint Paul Area and North Central Blood Services annual meeting.

Radisson Riverfront Hotel Great River Ballroom, 2nd floor St. Paul, MN

6:30 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty and First Lady Mary Pawlenty present “Donor Medals of Honor” to families of those who extended others’ lives through organ and tissue donations at LifeSource reception.

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Radisson Riverfront Hotel Minnesota Ballroom St. Paul, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 25, 2003 (651) 296-0061 (651) 343-9353 (cell) MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Friday, September 26, 2003

8:10 a.m. – By Telephone Governor Pawlenty live on KROC AM 1340, Rochester, to talk prescription drugs with Congressman Gil Gutknecht (R-MN-1st).

9:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO radio studios in Minneapolis. WCCO AM 830. *Guests: Jason Lewis and Congressman Gil Gutknecht.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis, MN

11:15 a.m. – Mora Governor Pawlenty and DEED Commissioner Matt Kramer hold JOBZ meeting with community leaders.

RDC Office 100 Park Street South Mora, MN

12:15 p.m. – Mora Media Availability at RDC Office.

1:30 p.m. – Brainerd Governor Pawlenty and DEED Commissioner Matt Kramer hold JOBZ meeting with community leaders.

Brainerd Public Library 416 5th Street South Brainerd, MN

2:30 p.m. – Brainerd Media Availability at Brainerd Public Library.

7:00 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty live on KTCA-2s “Almanac” with Cathy Wurzer and Eric Eskola.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 26, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, September 27, through Tuesday, September 30, 2003

Saturday, September 27

No public events scheduled.

Sunday, September 28

MSP Airport – Afternoon Governor Pawlenty departs for trade mission to Canada.

Monday, September 29

Montreal, Canada Governor Pawlenty in Montreal for trade mission.

Tuesday, September 30

Montreal, Canada Governor Pawlenty in Montreal for trade mission.

*Editor’s note: For detailed trade mission itinerary, please visit the Department of Employment and Economic Development’s Website @ www.dted.state.mn.us/CanadaMission-f.asp.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 30, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Wednesday, October 1, 2003

9:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty unveils major education initiative.

Twin Cities Academy 486 View Street St. Paul, MN

11:00 a.m. – Rochester Governor Pawlenty unveils major education initiative.

Ben Franklin Elementary School 1801 9th Avenue South East Rochester, MN

1:45 p.m. – Edgerton Governor Pawlenty unveils major education initiative.

Edgerton Elementary School 423 1st Avenue West Edgerton, MN

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella January 29, 2003 (651) 296-0061 Communications Office (651) 296-0001 MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, Jan. 30, 2003

8:00 to 8:30 AM Governor Pawlenty speaks at the Association of Metropolitan School Districts’ Conference on Alternative Compensation.

Capitol Grand Ballroom Four Points Sheraton 400 North Hamline Avenue St. Paul, MN

12:30 to 1:30 PM Governor Pawlenty speaks at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism.

Heritage Ballroom Kahler Grand Hotel 20 Second Ave. SW Rochester, MN

3:00 PM Governor Pawlenty and Commissioner Goodno hold a press conference on welfare reform.

Dakota County Human Services Building 1 Mendota Rd. W West St.Paul, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF FIRST LADY MARY PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 1, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY First Lady Mary Pawlenty joins Evelyn Lauder and Elizabeth Hurley in kicking off the Global Landmarks Illumination Initiative at the Mall of America tonight

8:15 p.m. – MOA First Lady Mary Pawlenty joins Evelyn Lauder and actress Elizabeth Hurley in kicking off the Global Landmarks Illumination Initiative by lighting the Mall in pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Mall of America Bloomington, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella September 30, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Wednesday, October 1, 2003

9:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty unveils major education initiative.

Twin Cities Academy 486 View Street St. Paul, MN

11:00 a.m. – Rochester Governor Pawlenty unveils major education initiative.

Ben Franklin Elementary School 1801 9th Avenue South East Rochester, MN

1:45 p.m. – Edgerton Governor Pawlenty unveils major education initiative.

Edgerton Elementary School 423 1st Avenue West Edgerton, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 1, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Thursday, October 2, 2003

8:45 a.m. – Moorhead Governor Pawlenty hosts manufacturing roundtable on Minnesota’s manufacturing sector. Media availability at 9:45 a.m.

Joint Public Works Facility 4150 30th Avenue South Moorhead, MN

Noon – Mankato Governor Pawlenty hosts manufacturing roundtable on Minnesota’s manufacturing sector. Media availability at 1:00 p.m.

Technology Plus 1961 Premier Drive, Suite# 100 Mankato, MN

3:00 p.m. – Maplewood Governor Pawlenty hosts manufacturing roundtable on Minnesota’s manufacturing sector. Media availability at 4:00 p.m.

Schroeder Milk 2080 Rice Street Maplewood, MN

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 2, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Friday, October 3, 2003

9:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO radio studios in Minneapolis. WCCO AM 830.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis, MN

12:30 p.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty is keynote speaker at the University of St. Thomas Alumni Association’s “First Friday” luncheon.

Milwaukee Depot 225 3rd Avenue South Minneapolis, MN

2:30 p.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty speaks at Minnesota Twins rally as they prepare to take on the New York Yankees this weekend.

Nicollet Mall Between 7th and 8th Street (near Marshall Fields) Minneapolis, MN

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 6, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Tuesday, October 7, 2003

8:30 a.m. – Radio Interview Governor Pawlenty live on KKIN FM 94.3, Grand Rapids, with Dallas Curt Smith.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 6, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Tuesday, October 7, 2003

8:30 a.m. – Radio Interview Governor Pawlenty live on KKIN FM 94.3, Grand Rapids, with Dallas Curt Smith.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 7, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Wednesday, October 8, 2003

10:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty holds press conference on domestic violence awareness. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Minnesota and in many states throughout the nation.

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol St. Paul, MN

11:15 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty delivers keynote address at the 17th Annual Venture Finance Conference.

Minneapolis Convention Center, Room 101 Minneapolis, MN

5:15 p.m. – Grand Rapids Governor Pawlenty attends National Ruffed Grouse Society barbecue.

Grand Rapids Gun Club 14486 Danson Road Grand Rapids, MN 55744

7:30 p.m. – Grand Rapids Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at National Ruffed Grouse Society meeting.

Grand Rapids Sawmill Inn 2301 South Pokegama Avenue Grand Rapids, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 8, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Thursday, October 9, 2003

7:15 p.m. – Rochester Governor Pawlenty speaks at the Rochester Chamber of Commerce annual dinner.

Rochester Mayo Civic Center, exhibit hall Rochester, MN

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 9, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Friday, October 10, 2003

9:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO Radio studios in Minneapolis.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis, MN

10:30 a.m. – Bloomington Governor Pawlenty delivers keynote speech at Minnesota Development Conference.

Radisson South West Ballroom, 2nd floor 7800 Normandale Blvd Bloomington, MN

11:15 a.m. – MSP Airport Governor Pawlenty speaks at Minnesota National Guard Kosovo departure ceremony.

133rd Airlift Wing, North Hangar Minnesota National Guard facility MSP Airport

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 10, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, October 11, through Monday, October 13, 2003

Saturday, October 11

No public events scheduled.

Sunday, October 12

No public events scheduled.

Monday, October 13

9:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty holds press conference regarding CREP (Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program).

Outside Harriet Island pavilion (inside if bad weather)

11:15 a.m. – Sabin Governor Pawlenty tours farm and makes CREP (Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program) announcement.

Hansen family farm 12248 119th Street South Sabin, MN (located near Moorhead)

1:30 p.m. – Windom Governor Pawlenty tours farm and makes CREP announcement.

Mickelson family farm 89788 State Highway 86 Windom, MN

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Radisson Riverfront Lower Level 11 East Kellogg Boulevard St. Paul, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 13, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Tuesday, October 14, 2003

10:00 a.m. – Arden Hills Governor Pawlenty unveils education initiative.

Arden Hills driver’s license exam site 5400 Old Highway 8 35 W and County Road 1 Arden Hills, MN

1:00 p.m. – Austin Governor Pawlenty tours farm and makes CREP (Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program) announcement.

Drees family farm 19353 537th Avenue Austin, MN

3:00 p.m. – Owatonna Governor Pawlenty and DEED Commissioner Matt Kramer hold JOBZ (Job Opportunity Building Zone) meeting with community representatives.

Owatonna Arts Center 435 Garden View Lane Owatonna, MN

7:15 p.m. – Duluth Governor Pawlenty speaks at the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce annual dinner.

Duluth Entertainment Convention Center Lake Superior Ballroom Duluth, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 15, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Thursday, October 16, 2003

10:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty holds press conference to announce prescription drug plan.

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol St. Paul, MN

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 16, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Friday, October 17, 2003

9:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO Radio studios in Minneapolis. WCCO AM 830.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis, MN

12:15 p.m. – St. Louis Park Governor Pawlenty addresses TwinWest Chamber of Commerce monthly meeting.

Doubletree Park Place Hotel 1500 Park Place Boulevard St. Louis Park, MN

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 20, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Monday, October 20, 2003

4:00 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty holds press conference with Andersen Windows CEO Jim Humphrey regarding jobs.

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol St. Paul

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 17, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, October 18, through Monday, October 20, 2003

Saturday, October 18

9:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty addresses Teenage Republican Convention. Northwestern College – Yourdarian Lounge 3003 Snelling Avenue St. Paul, MN

7:15 p.m. – Bloomington Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at Museum of Broadcasting Hall of Fame dinner.

Radisson South Hotel 7800 Normandale Boulevard Bloomington, MN

Sunday, October 19

No public events scheduled.

Monday, October 20

No public events scheduled at this time.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 23, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Governor Pawlenty’s 11:00 a.m. education press conference today is postponed; will be rescheduled in the near future.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 22, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Thursday, October 23, 2003

11:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty holds press conference to unveil his 4th education initiative – school innovation.

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol St. Paul

6:30 p.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at Norwegian- American Foundation reception.

Le Meridian Hotel 601 First Avenue North Minneapolis

7:15 p.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty delivers keynote address at the Minnesota High Tech Association’s “TEKNE Awards” ceremony.

Minneapolis Convention Center Ballroom A Minneapolis

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 23, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Friday, October 24, 2003

9:00 a.m. – Alexandria Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from KXRA Radio studios in Alexandria. KXRA FM 92.7.

10:30 a.m. – Alexandria Governor Pawlenty gives keynote speech at the Minnesota Rural Education Association’s fall conference.

Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center 2100 Arrowwood Lane North Alexandria

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF FIRST LADY MARY PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 24, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY First Lady Mary Pawlenty speaks to military families at Camp Ripley Saturday, October 25, 2003

10:00 a.m. – Little Falls First Lady Mary Pawlenty speaks to families of soldiers deployed to Iraq about her Military Family Care Initiative.

Camp Ripley 15000 Highway 115 Little Falls

For more information about the First Lady’s Military Family Care Initiative, visit http://www.governor.state.mn.us/flmain1.asp.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Daniel Wolter October 24, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Monday, October 27, 2003

10:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty holds press conference to announce Adjutant General appointment.

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol St. Paul

NOTE: Governor Pawlenty will not be participating in a Monday morning event with U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao as earlier announced in an agency media advisory.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 24, 2003 (651) 296-0001

***UPDATED MEDIA ADVISORY*** Public events schedule for Saturday, October 25, through Monday, October 27, 2003

Saturday, October 25

No public events scheduled.

Sunday, October 26

No public events scheduled.

Monday, October 27

10:30 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty and U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao join a delegation representing the Iraqi Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs in touring the South Minneapolis Workforce Center.

South Minneapolis Workforce Center 777 East Lake Street Minneapolis

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 27, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Tuesday, October 28, 2003

12:00 p.m. ET – Boston, MA Governor Pawlenty discusses Minnesota’s prescription drug reimportation plan at a Congressional Field Forum.

J.W. McCormack Post Office and Courthouse Courtroom 6, 15th floor Boston, MA

3:00 p.m. ET – TV Appearance Governor Pawlenty live on CNN’s “Inside Politics” with Judy Woodruff

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 28, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Wednesday, October 29, 2003

No public events scheduled.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 30, 2003 (651) 296-0001

***UPDATED MEDIA ADVISORY***

Public events schedule for Thursday, October 30, 2003

*Please note: Location of 2:00 p.m. press conference has changed. Press conference will take place in Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol.

2:00 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty and DPS Commissioner Rich Stanek hold press conference with public safety officials and others.

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol St. Paul

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 30, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Friday, October 31, 2003

9:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO Radio studios. WCCO AM 830.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis

11:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty live on MPR’s “Midday with Gary Eichten.”

MPR studios St. Paul

1:30 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty and executives from Chandler Exhibits hold press conference to discuss the company’s Minnesota expansion plans.

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol St. Paul

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella October 31, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, November 1, through Monday, November 3, 2003

Saturday, November 1

No public events scheduled.

Sunday, November 2

1:45 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty dons his hockey gear and takes part in the Minnesota Wild’s 4th Annual Celebrity/Alumni Hockey Game.

Xcel Energy Center St. Paul

Monday, November 3

6:45 a.m. – TV Appearance Governor Pawlenty live on C-SPAN’s “Washington Journal” to talk prescription drug re-importation.

11:00 a.m. – La Crosse, WI Governor Pawlenty and Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle hold joint press conference to discuss a range of issues from the crisis in prescription drug costs to agriculture. *At 10:45 a.m. the conference room where Governors are meeting prior to press conference will be opened to cameras for a brief photo opportunity! Contact: Dan Wolter, (651) 249-9935 (cell)

University of Wisconsin – La Crosse Cleary Alumni and Friends Center (in Gathering Area) 615 East Avenue N La Crosse, WI

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12:15 p.m. – Owatonna Governor Pawlenty gives keynote address at Southern Minnesota Initiatives conference. Owatonna Holiday Inn & Suites

2365 43rd Street NW Owatonna

2:30 p.m. – Worthington Governor Pawlenty tours Bedford Industries.

1659 Rowe Avenue Worthington

3:00 p.m. – Worthington Governor Pawlenty speaks at Worthington Regional Economic Development Corporation’s annual meeting

Minnesota West Community & Technical College Worthington Campus Theater 1450 Collegeway Worthington

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 3, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Tuesday, November 4, 2003

10:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty speaks at Capitol swearing-in ceremony for the 26th Adjutant General of the Minnesota National Guard, Larry W. Shellito.

Rotunda, State Capitol St. Paul

11:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at groundbreaking ceremony for the University of Minnesota’s Translational Research Facility (event is outdoors).

University of Minnesota East Bank Campus 2001 6th Street SE (groundbreaking site on the left) Minneapolis

2:00 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty holds press conference to discuss Stadium issue.

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol St. Paul

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 4, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Wednesday, November 5, 2003

7:20 a.m. – By Telephone Governor Pawlenty live on KS95’s “Van and Cheryl Show.” 94.5 FM.

9:30 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty and Lt. Governor Carol Molnau hold press conference to announce HOTLANES.

Minnesota Department of Transportation Conference Room 163 – located on the 1st floor, right behind info desk St. Paul

Noon – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty speaks at KidsFirst luncheon.

Minneapolis Club, 2nd floor lounge 729 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 5, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Thursday, November 6, 2003

10:30 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Don Evans tour Twin City Die Castings.

1070 33rd Avenue SE Minneapolis

12:15 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at Minnesota Chamber of Commerce luncheon with Secretary Evans.

Saint Paul Hotel 350 Market Street St. Paul

3:00 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty holds press conference to discuss Polaris Industries’ Minnesota expansion plans.

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol St. Paul

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 6, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, November 6, through Saturday, November 8, 2003

Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener Weekend

Thursday, November 6

6:00 p.m. – Brainerd Governor Pawlenty attends Big Buck Community Dinner.

Cragun's Resort and Hotel on Gull Lake 11000 Cragun's Drive Brainerd

Friday, November 7

9:00 a.m. – Brainerd Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from Cragun’s Sports Center. Guest: Kent Hrbek. WCCO AM 830

Cragun’s Resort and Hotel on Gull Lake Lakeshore Room Brainerd

11:30 a.m. – Roseau Governor Pawlenty attends lunch with community leaders and departs on tour of Roseau bonding projects.

Reed River Restaurant 205 5th Avenue Southwest Roseau

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4:30 p.m. – Brainerd Governor Pawlenty delivers welcoming remarks at Governor’s Deer Hunting Opener reception for media, special guests, and hosts at Sherwood Forest Restaurant.

County Road 77 (on the other side of the lake from Cragun’s) Brainerd Saturday, November 8

11:30 a.m. – Brainerd Governor Pawlenty holds media briefing to talk about his hunt. Location: tent erected on hunting property.

6:00 p.m. – Grand Forks Governor Pawlenty and North Dakota Governor John Hoeven hold media availability to discuss an array of issues of mutual interest to both states (NOTE: The two Governors will hold a closed press meeting prior to media availability).

Ralph Engelstad Arena Media Room (ice level) Grand Forks

7:00 p.m. – Grand Forks Governor Pawlenty and N.D. Governor Hoeven attend University of North Dakota – University of Minnesota hockey game.

Ralph Engelstad Arena Grand Forks

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 7, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Monday, November 10, 2003

9:30 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty presents Bronze Medal of Valor to Bill Shiebler, a Vietnam War veteran from Eden Prairie.

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol St. Paul

11:00 a.m. – Bloomington Governor Pawlenty gives speech on Agriculture at Agri- Growth’s annual meeting.

Ramada Inn Airport/Thunderbird Hotel 2201 East 78th Street Bloomington

1:30 p.m. – Waite Park Governor Pawlenty speaks at St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce business roundtable.

Bernick Companies 801 Sundial Drive Waite Park (St. Cloud area)

5:00 – Sartell Governor Pawlenty dons his skates and cuts the ribbon at Sartell Ice Arena’s grand opening.

Sartell Ice Arena Pinecone Road Sartell

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 10, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, November 12, 2003

9:00 a.m. – Winnipeg Governor Pawlenty arrives at Canada Drugs to meet with industry and government representatives to discuss and evaluate prescription drug re-importation opportunities and safety.

Canada Drugs 24 Terracon Place Winnipeg, Manitoba

9:30 a.m. – Winnipeg Governor Pawlenty tours Canada Drug facility (open press).

Noon – Winnipeg Governor Pawlenty holds media availability with Canada Drug officials. Location: Canada Drug boardroom.

12:30 p.m. – Winnipeg Governor Pawlenty meets with Manitoba Premier Gary Doer to discuss a range of issues of interest to Manitoba and Minnesota (closed press).

Winnipeg Legislative Building Winnipeg, Manitoba

2:00 p.m. – Winnipeg Governor Pawlenty and Premier Doer hold media availability.

Room 200 Winnipeg Legislative Building Winnipeg, Manitoba

NOTE: Leslie Kupchella will be on the ground in Winnipeg and reachable on her cell phone at 651-343-9353.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 10, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, November 11, 2003

10:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty delivers brief remarks at Minnesota Veterans Day Observance.

Minnesota Veterans Home 5101 Minnehaha Avenue South Minneapolis

11:30 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty and Veterans Affairs Commissioner Jeff Olson visit Minneapolis Veterans Hospital.

Minneapolis Veterans Hospital 1 Veterans Drive Minneapolis

7:00 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty presents autographed State of Hockey flag to Minnesota National Guard Bull Division at Minnesota Wild vs. Vancouver Canucks hockey game.

Xcel Energy Center St. Paul

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 12, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, November 13, 2003

7:30 a.m. – By Telephone Governor Pawlenty live on Cities 97’s “Morning Show.” FM 97.1.

11:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty and First Lady Mary Pawlenty join former Governor Jesse Ventura and First Lady Terry Ventura for the unveiling of Governor Ventura’s Capitol portrait.

Capitol rotunda, state Capitol St. Paul

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MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Friday, November 14, 2003

9:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO Radio studios in Minneapolis.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis

11:00 a.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty gives brief remarks and presents proclamation declaring the week of November 17, 2003, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) week in Minnesota. ESGR is a U.S. Department of Defense agency that works with employers and Guard and Reserve members to help build strong relations.

Governor’s Reception Room, state Capitol St. Paul

12:30 p.m. – Minnetonka Governor Pawlenty speaks at Southwest Rotary Club luncheon.

Southwest Marriott Hotel 5801 Opus Parkway Minnetonka

3:15 p.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty gives closing remarks at joint University of St. Thomas – Target Corporation “Partnership for Success” conference.

St. Thomas Law School Harmon Avenue (opposite the main entrance to the Law School) Minneapolis

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 14, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, November 15, through Monday, November 17, 2003

Saturday, November 15

No public events scheduled.

Sunday, November 16

No public events scheduled.

Monday, November 17

No public events scheduled at this time.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 17, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, November 18, 2003

7:00 a.m. – By Telephone Governor Pawlenty is a live call-in guest on the “KOOL Car Pool with Jeff & Sue.” KQQL FM 107.9

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 18, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, November 19, through Saturday, November 22, 2003

Wednesday, November 19

7:15 a.m. – MSP Governor Pawlenty departs for Washington, D.C.

Thursday, November 20

9:30 a.m. ET – Washington, D.C. Governor Pawlenty will testify before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation. Invited by Committee Chairman Senator John McCain (R- AZ), the Governor will discuss Minnesota's plan to use prescription drug reimportation to reduce health care costs and his recent trip to Canada to review pharmaceutical safety standards.

Afternoon – Washington, D.C. Governor Pawlenty departs for Florida to attend the Republican Governors Association (RGA) annual conference.

Friday, November 21

All Day – Florida Governor Pawlenty attends RGA meetings.

Saturday, November 22

Afternoon – MSP Governor Pawlenty returns to the Twin Cities.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 20, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Friday, November 21, 2003

All Day – Florida Governor Pawlenty attends Republican Governors Association (RGA) annual meeting.

Florida

Please Note: Mike Osskopp, state director for U.S. Congressman John Kline (R-MN 2nd), will guest host the Governor’s weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota.” Representative Kline is among the guests.

9:00 a.m. WCCO AM 830

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 20, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Mike Osskopp will guest host Governor Pawlenty’s weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” on Friday, November 21, 2003

WHO: Mike Osskopp, state director for U.S. Congressman John Kline (R-MN 2nd)

WHAT: Mike Osskopp will guest host “Good Morning, Minnesota” while Governor Pawlenty is attending the Republican Governors Association annual meeting in Florida. Representative John Kline is among the guests.

WHERE: WCCO Radio studios, Minneapolis

WHEN: 9:00 a.m. WCCO AM 830

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF FIRST LADY MARY PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 21, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY First Lady Mary Pawlenty hosts holiday reception for wives of currently deployed soldiers and their new born babies on Saturday, November 22, 2003

11:15 a.m. – St. Paul To celebrate the birth of babies born to currently deployed soldiers, First Lady Mary Pawlenty is hosting a holiday reception for moms and their babies. The First Lady and her guests are available for a photo opportunity at 11:15 a.m.

The Governor’s Residence 1006 Summit Avenue Saint Paul, MN

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 21, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Monday, November 24, 2003

9:30 a.m. – Capitol Governor Pawlenty is joined by MN turkey producers to discuss the importance of turkey to Minnesota’s economy and recognize their Thanksgiving charitable efforts.

Governor’s Reception Room, State Capitol

12:10 p.m. – Brooklyn Park Governor Pawlenty speaks at Minnesota Workforce Housing Conference.

Northland Inn Minnesota Ballroom 7025 Northland Drive Brooklyn Park

2:45 p.m. – Marshall Governor Pawlenty attends Workforce Housing celebration at Marshall Airport Schwan Foods’ arrival/departure building.

Southwest Minnesota Regional Airport 1650 West College Drive Marshall

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 24, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, November 25, 2003

No public events scheduled.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 25, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, November 26, 2003

9:45 a.m. – By Telephone Governor Pawlenty live on WDAY AM 970, Fargo, with Scott Hennen.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella November 26, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, November 27, through Monday, December 1, 2003

Thursday, November 27

No public events scheduled on Thanksgiving Day.

Friday, November 28

9:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO Radio studios in Minneapolis.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis

Saturday, November 29

3:00 p.m. – Rosemount Governor Pawlenty speaks at Minnesota National Guard troop deployment ceremony. Approximately 40 soldiers from the 34th Infantry Division Headquarters will deploy to Bosnia in support of a NATO peacekeeping mission.

Rosemount National Guard Armory 13865 South Robert Trail Rosemount

Sunday, November 30

No public events scheduled.

Monday, December 1

No public events scheduled.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 1, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, December 2, 2003

12:45 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty speaks at St. Paul Rotary luncheon.

Saint Paul Radisson Riverfront Great River Ballroom 11 East Kellogg Boulevard St. Paul

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 2, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, December 3, 2003

4:55 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty and First Lady Mary Pawlenty light the state Holiday tree at the state Capitol. The Twin Cities “Partners in Praise Girls Choir” will sing seasonal carols (www.partnersinpraise.org).

State Capitol West wing terrace (next to steps leading up to Governor’s Office) St. Paul

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 3, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, December 4, 2003

No public events scheduled.

*Please note: The first Governor’s Residence Holiday Open House is on Thursday, December 4, 2003 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 5, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, December 6, through Monday, December 8, 2003

Saturday, December 6

No public events scheduled.

Sunday, December 7

1:00 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty gives brief remarks at Pearl Harbor Day ceremony and announces his support for Minnesota World War II memorial design.

State Capitol Rotunda St. Paul

Monday, December 8

8:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty gives welcoming remarks at Partnerships in Transportation workshop.

Minneapolis Hilton and Towers 1001 Marquette Avenue South Minneapolis

1:30 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty accepts the Capitol Rotunda holiday tree, wreaths and poinsettias on behalf of the state of Minnesota from the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association and the Minnesota Christmas Tree Association.

State Capitol Rotunda St. Paul

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 5, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, December 6, through Monday, December 8, 2003

Saturday, December 6

No public events scheduled.

Sunday, December 7

1:00 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty gives brief remarks at Pearl Harbor Day ceremony and announces his support for Minnesota World War II memorial design.

State Capitol Rotunda St. Paul

Monday, December 8

8:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty gives welcoming remarks at Partnerships in Transportation workshop.

Minneapolis Hilton and Towers 1001 Marquette Avenue South Minneapolis

1:30 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty accepts the Capitol Rotunda holiday tree, wreaths and poinsettias on behalf of the state of Minnesota from the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association and the Minnesota Christmas Tree Association.

State Capitol Rotunda St. Paul

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF LT. GOVERNOR CAROL MOLNAU 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Dan Wolter December 9, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Lt. Governor Carol Molnau speaks at Minnesota National Guard deployment ceremony this evening

6:00 p.m. – Hutchinson Lt. Governor Carol Molnau gives brief remarks at deployment ceremony for soldiers from Bravo Company, 682nd Engineer Battalion, based in Hutchinson. The approximately 35 soldiers are being ordered to active duty for a deployment to Iraq in early March in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Mcleod County Fairgrounds 840 Century Avenue SW Hutchinson

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Dan Wolter December 10, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, December 9, 2003

No public events scheduled.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY OFFICE OF LT. GOVERNOR CAROL MOLNAU 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Dan Wolter December 9, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule Wednesday, December 10, 2003

Governor Tim Pawlenty:

8:00 a.m. – Plymouth Governor Pawlenty gives brief remarks at Blandin Foundation’s “Vital Forests – Vital Communities Call-to- Action” conference.

Radisson Plymouth Room A (off the main lobby) 3131 Campus Drive Plymouth

9:45 a.m. – St. Cloud Governor Pawlenty gives brief remarks at Minnesota Milk Producers Association annual convention.

St. Cloud Civic Center 10 4th Avenue South St. Cloud

Lt. Governor Carol Molnau:

11:30 a.m. – Chaska Lt. Governor Molnau speaks on progress of new US Highway 212/312 project at Chaska Chamber of Commerce luncheon.

Dolce Oak Ridge Conference Center 1 Oak Ridge Drive Chaska

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Dan Wolter December 10, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, December 11, 2003

No public events scheduled.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF LT. GOVERNOR CAROL MOLNAU 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Dan Wolter December 11, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Lt. Governor Carol Molnau speaks at Minnesota National Guard deployment ceremony Friday evening

Friday, December 12

7:00 p.m. – Anoka Lt. Governor Carol Molnau gives brief remarks at deployment ceremony for soldiers from Battery E, 151st Target Acquisition Battery, based in Anoka. The approximately 75 soldiers will deploy to Southwest Asia in support of Iraqi Freedom.

Fred Moore Middle School auditorium 1523 Fifth Avenue South Anoka

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Dan Wolter December 11, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY

Public events schedule for Friday, December 12, through Tuesday, December 16, 2003

Governor Pawlenty and First Lady Mary Pawlenty travel to Bosnia to visit with MN National Guard peacekeepers stationed there

Friday, December 12

9:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO Radio studios in Minneapolis.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis

Afternoon – MSP Governor Pawlenty and the First Lady depart for Bosnia.

Saturday, December 13

Bosnia Governor Pawlenty and the First Lady arrive at the Guard’s main base in Bosnia, Eagle base (near Tuzla).

Sunday, December 14

Bosnia Governor Pawlenty and the First Lady travel to two Guard outposts and hold town halls meetings with soldiers.

Monday, December 15

Bosnia Governor Pawlenty and the First Lady tour an orphanage, a school, a memorial to war victims, and the Srebrenica “ethnic cleansing site.”

Tuesday, December 16

Late Afternoon – MSP Governor Pawlenty and the First Lady return to Minnesota.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 17, 2003 (651) 296-0001

***UPDATED MEDIA ADVISORY*** Public events schedule for Wednesday, December 17, 2003

6:30 p.m. – Pequot Lakes Governor Pawlenty attends community candlelight vigil for Dru Sjodin.

Trailside Park Building in downtown Pequot Lakes Pequot Lakes

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 17, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Thursday, December 18, and Friday, December 19, 2003

Thursday, December 18

8:00 a.m. – Worthington Governor Pawlenty speaks at Worthington Regional Economic Development Corporation annual meeting and announces Job Opportunity Building Zone (JOBZ) designation.

Travelodge Hotel 2015 North Humiston Worthington

10:15 a.m. – Austin Governor Pawlenty holds press conference to announce JOBZ designation.

Hormel Nature Center Ruby Ruepner Building NE Intersection of I-90 and 21st Street. Austin

12:00 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty holds press conference to announce JOBZ designations.

Wells Fargo Building (formerly the World Trade Center) Minnesota Trade Office, 10th floor St. Paul

3:00 p.m. – Moorhead Governor Pawlenty holds press conference to announce JOBZ designation.

Busch Agricultural Resources, Inc 2101 26th Street South Moorhead

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Friday, December 19

9:00 a.m. – Warroad Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from The Patch Restaurant in Warroad.

701 North State Street Warroad

11:00 a.m. – Warroad Governor Pawlenty speaks at Marvin Windows annual meeting and 100th anniversary celebration.

Marvin Windows Hwy 313 and County Road Rd 74 Warroad

3:00 p.m. – St. Paul Governor Pawlenty gives brief Chanukah message and lights the Capitol Menorah.

Capitol grounds, at the Menorah St. Paul

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 19, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Saturday, December 20, through Friday, December 26, 2003

Saturday, December 20

No public events scheduled.

Sunday, December 21

No public events scheduled.

Monday, December 22

No public events scheduled at this time.

Tuesday, December 23

No public events scheduled.

Wednesday, December 24

No public events scheduled on Christmas Eve.

Thursday, December 25

No public events scheduled on Christmas Day.

Friday, December 26

9:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO Radio studios in Minneapolis.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 23, 2003 (651) 343-9353 cell

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Friday, December 26, 2003 through Monday, December 29, 2003

Friday, December 26

9:00 a.m. – Minneapolis Governor Pawlenty hosts his weekly radio show, “Good Morning, Minnesota,” live from WCCO Radio studios in Minneapolis.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis Saturday, December 27

11:00 a.m. – Saint Paul Governor Pawlenty’s Team Minnesota hockey team takes on former Governor Wendell Anderson’s Minnesota Old Timers before the Schwan Cup High School Hockey Tournament.

Xcel Energy Center Saint Paul

12:30 p.m. – Saint Paul Governor Pawlenty drops the puck for the first game of the Schwan Cup High School Hockey Tournament, Wayzata vs. White Bear Lake.

625 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis Monday, December 29

1:30 p.m. – Saint Paul Governor Pawlenty, Lt. Governor Carol Molnau, Congressman Mark Kennedy, and Metropolitan Council Chairman Peter Bell hold a news conference to discuss the next step in bringing FAST lanes to Minnesota.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 29, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Monday, December 29, 2003

1:30 p.m. – Saint Paul Governor Pawlenty, Lt. Governor Carol Molnau, Congressman Mark Kennedy, and Metropolitan Council Chairman Peter Bell hold a news conference to discuss the next step in bringing FAST lanes to Minnesota.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 30, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Tuesday, December 30, 2003

11:00 a.m. – Saint Paul Governor Pawlenty appears live on MPR’s Midday with Gary Eichten.

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STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TIM PAWLENTY 130 State Capitol ♦ Saint Paul, MN 55155

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Leslie Kupchella December 31, 2003 (651) 296-0001

MEDIA ADVISORY Public events schedule for Wednesday, December 31, 2003

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Happy New Year!

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