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Opinion

A tip of the hat to a Capitol stalwart

By Lori Sturdevant

May 4, 2010 at 10:38PM

For 25 years, no Capitol journalist has done more than Eric Eskola of WCCO radio to keep Minnesotans aware and abreast of state government's impact on their lives. By helping keep Minnesota citizens informed, he's made this a better state. My hat's off to him as he announces that he'll soon leave WCCO.

about the writer

Lori Sturdevant

Columnist

Lori Sturdevant is a retired Star Tribune editorial writer and columnist. She was a journalist at the Star Tribune for 43 years and an Editorial Board member for 26 years. She is also the author or editor of 13 books about notable Minnesotans.