Hello, from a Northland girl born in Cloquet, raised in Wrenshall, and currently living in Duluth! I consider myself lucky to have been able to share my mornings and life with you since 1996. It's like audio Facebook. You're the reason getting up at 3am is totally worth it! I love hot buttered movie theater popcorn, the smell of a lake (especially if I’m fishing), and warm fuzzy blankets. I’m a lover, not a fighter, and yes it’s true, I get my hair cut on a weekly basis. Kudos to my family, Homie, Kylee, and my Schnauzer, Bauer for always being by my side. I appreciate that you wake up with the B105 Breakfast Club, read and share my blogs and most of all, your friendship through the years! Peace, love and hugs!
Cathy Kates
5 Foods That Come To Mind When You Think Minnesota
Believe it or not, we came up with this blog while driving through the state of Wisconsin. We were talking about when you think of cheese curds you think of the MN State Fair and the state of Wisconsin. I wondered out loud what foods would be represented for Minnesota and the list was born, do you agree...
Senseless Vandalism At The Ely Area Veterans Memorial Angers Me
You've heard this rant from me before and I'll say it again, "I just don't get it!" What does one get out of damaging property that doesn't belong to them? For instance, when the Two Harbors honking tree was cut down and when that young man caused extensive damage to the DTA hub in downtown Duluth just before it opened. Why, why, why?
Get Your Wisconsin Vehicle Tabs With A Vending Machine? [VIDEO]
Being from Minnesota and having stood in lines at the DMV, I couldn't believe my eyes. While visiting my sister who lives in the state of Wisconsin I ran across the Wisconsin E-Z Tab machine at a grocery store. Wait, what....a vending machine that gives you your license tabs? Wow, that makes life easier doesn't it? Now you can put it on your grocery list: milk, eggs, sugar and tabs for your v
Students Studying Fine Arts Are Encouraged To Apply For A Bluebird Foundation Grant
As a parent, I was constantly looking for additional scholarships and grants for my daughter to apply for to help with the cost of college. Here's one that you should pass on to a student that is pursuing a career in the area of the Fine Arts. It's through the Bluebird Foundation and the deadline to apply is April 28.
Local Chocolatier At 185 Chocolat Handcrafts Chocolates With Love From The Heart [VIDEO]
Chocolates are fascinating. They're used for emotional assistance (you know what I mean!), in celebration of many events, weddings and holidays or given as a universal gift of thanks. 185 Chocolat is a local company that uses 100% French Chocolate and locally sourced organic ingredients. But, what does 185 in the company name mean?
What Happens Behind The Gates Of Upper Lakes Foods In Cloquet? [VIDEO]
Upper Lakes Foods in Cloquet is celebrating their 50th anniversary of business and after meeting with the family and getting a tour of the facility I wondered how many people know the thought that actually goes into what they do to ensure the utmost freshest and timely delivery of food. It’s interesting to find out the timelines they have when food arrives and is stored to when it is placed on the
Family Owned Upper Lakes Foods In Cloquet Celebrates 50th Anniversary [VIDEO]
If you’ve lived in Carlton County or are a business that deals with the sale of food you are probably very familiar with Upper Lakes Foods and have used their services within the last 50 years. Kudos goes out to the Sorensen family, now in their 3rd generation at Upper Lakes Foods. How did the family get started in this choice of business and what are their plans for keeping the business going for
If You Own A Dog In The Northland, You Need To Know This (Humans Can Get It Too)
My Facebook friend Greg has experienced something with his dog that I never knew existed and it’s something all dog owners in this area should know about. It’s something that humans can get too and is picked up in wet marshy lands like the areas where many of us walk our dogs. Here’s his story and the symptoms to watch for. Let us know if you’re beloved pet experienced this and where they picked i
Local Woman Followed Around Cloquet Wal-Mart By Male Stranger, Be Aware Of Surroundings
Before we start sharing this important information that every person male or female should know I want you to know that this in no way indicates that Wal-Mart is responsible for the situation, it's just where she was when it happened and could happen anywhere. I was so rattled by her story, I want to get it out to as many of people as possible, especially since it happened in our community.
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LuLaRoe Leggings Under Fire For Poor Quality, Have You Experienced This?
First off I have to say that I do not own a pair of LuLaRoe Leggings. I was invited to a friend's party was unable to attend. When the fashion craze first hit I heard how soft they were and a bit on the spendy side, but my friends were all buying them. Now, there is a class-action lawsuit in California against the company and I'm curious if women in the Northland agree.
What’s With The New Strep Throat Illness That Hits Without A Sore Throat?
Remember the day when you got a sore throat and you didn't know it was strep until it felt like you were swallowing razor blades? Then you'd look at your throat in your mirror and see white streaks, are you with me? How is it that the strep illness has changed to the point you don't get a sore throat anymore.
Honor Prince On The Anniversary Of His Passing At The Minnesota Historical Society For Free
It's hard to believe that it's already been a year since the passing of our iconic artist Prince on April 21, 2016. There has been many tributes to the late singer with special events and concerts and during several awards shows. To commemorate the anniversary of his death, the Minnesota Historical Society, 345 W Kellogg Blvd in St. Paul will have a very special display that I'm sure his fans wil