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Minnesota Teen Inspires 'Celebrities' To Go Up in the 'Clouds' [VIDEO]

Chad Taylor — Fri, 10 May 2013 16:51:23 +0000

I first learned about Zach Sobiech late last year and his song 'Clouds' is inspiring people all over the globe. He's a brave 18 year old from Stillwater, MN who's battling osteosarcoma, a rare bone cancer, he was first diagnosed with a short four years ago at the age of 14. He wanted to find a way to say goodbye to family and friends, so he picked up a guitar and did it through his music. The video for 'Clouds' has amassed over 2 million views and now celebrities are paying tribute to the young man who doesn't have long to live.

How to Help Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota [AUDIO]

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 08 May 2013 16:40:41 +0000

St. Cloud Police Chief Blair Anderson and Officer Tad Hoeschen spoke with us today about helping kids in our community. Do you know a child who’s in need of some guidance? Do you have a few hours a month to help a child? It’s so easy to get involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters of [...]

What to Do if You Get Hacked

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 13:25:55 +0000

Last week, several celebrities including First Lady Michelle Obama were hacked and “sensitive personal information” was posted for all to see on the Internet. I don’t know about you, but that got me thinking about my personal safety on the web. So, what should we do if we get hacked? It seemed like the instances [...]

How to Stay Safe When Dating Online

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 13:31:24 +0000

Remember Manti Te'o? He thought he had a girlfriend, but it was all a hoax perpetrated by who knows, but he ended up looking like an idiot. It can be easy to get duped. Especially when it comes to the Internet. Here’s how to stay safe if you’re hoping to meet your match on the web.

Actress / Activist Daryl Hannah Chats New Documentary and Love For MN [AUIO]

Chad Taylor — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 19:40:58 +0000

We were thrilled to get a call this morning from actress Daryl Hannah (Splash, Blade Runner, Kill Bill, Steal Magnolias). She's been in well over forty films since she first started acting at age 11. Daryl is the executive producer of a new documentary called "Greedy Lying Bastards" which hits theaters March 8th.

Ways to Shop Smarter

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:22:08 +0000

If you’re still hanging on to your resolution to save more money, here are a few ways to shop smarter and keep the cash in your pocket. Even if you aren’t technologically advanced, check out these apps and websites that are easy to use that can save you money, time and hassle. Springpad Springpad helps [...]

Is Choosing a President Like Choosing a Date?

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 14:27:35 +0000

Today is Election Day and you have a very important choice to make. This is going to be a long term relationship, so choose wisely. In a way, I think it’s kind of like choosing a date. Values When you choose a date, you’d like to pick someone who shares your same set of values. [...]

How to Help Victims of Hurricane Sandy

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 20:05:15 +0000

The folks behind the Occupy movement are actually doing some good and you can join in. The Occupy movement last year didn’t do much to help their cause and in fact, residents of Lower Manhattan that I know and that I talked to said all they did was make a lot of noise and create [...]

Chad's Wife Thinks He Should Take Part in "No Shave November" [AUDIO]

Chad Taylor — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 16:37:37 +0000

I know a lot of guys that look forward to the annual "No-Shave-November" every year. I also know plenty of ladies including my own, who love when their guys take part in this one a year tradition.

Kellie Pickler Shaves Head to Support Sick Friend

Chris Illuminati — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 11:41:43 +0000

Kellie Pickler’s hair is gone y’all! Rootin tootin! Lord have mercy! Ain’t that a stitch! Whatever else southern folk would say when something crazy happens. Good god and Honey Boo Boo! We know that’s a real saying. On Good Morning America Wednesday morning, Kellie Pickler shaved her head completely bald in a show of solidarity [...]

NFL Player Picks Up the Check for School Sports

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 16:08:37 +0000

The usual headlines surrounding the NFL is that this player wants more money, this player has a hang nail and can’t play for a month or this player got into trouble. Here’s a good piece of news about a football player who paid for everyone to play sports. A lot of schools are having budget [...]

School Bus Safety Tips [VIDEO]

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 13:08:23 +0000

The kids are back in school today and that means you’re going to be encountering the big yellow bus on your drive in or your drive home. Here are some tips to keep you and your kids safe this school year. For more than 23 million kids across the country their school day begins and [...]

Random Facts About Labor Day

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 15:47:18 +0000

It’s Labor Day. A day to honor those that bust their butts every day of the year by giving them a day off to do yard work, close up the cabin and get the kids ready for back to school. Here are a few random facts about Labor Day. Labor Day marks the sad unofficial [...]

Things the Principal May Not Tell You

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 13:34:55 +0000

As we gear up for a new school year, here are a few things that the principal likely won’t tell you. Reader’s Digest asked both current and former principals in six states common questions they get from parents, so here’s what they said about what they wish parents knew. When you say, “My kid would [...]

How to Survive Without the Internet

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 13:21:35 +0000

I’m writing this now because you’re not supposed to be looking at the Internet on September 2. Believe it or not, there is a lot of cool stuff to do when you’re not staring at a screen.

Choo Choo Here Comes The "Train" Of Chocolate And Wine [VIDEO]

Mark Alan — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 22:05:58 +0000

Like Hand In Glove Comes Chocolate and Wine With Train

Bret Michaels Helps Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Chad Taylor — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 20:33:31 +0000

Poison frontman, reality TV star and singer-songwriter Bret Michaels, played a special four song acoustic set, to help raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Bullied Bus Monitor Update

Jen Jacobs — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 18:45:06 +0000

Remember Karen Klein? She’s the bus monitor that was tormented and bullied on camera to the point of tears. An outpouring of support from total strangers raised thousands so she could retire or take a vacation and now here’s what she’s going to do with the money. Karen Klein says that she’s going to take [...]

Support Our Troops in Santiago Today

Ricky Woods — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 15:00:59 +0000

HOOAH (Helping Out Our American Heroes) is a not for profit organization that hopes to honor and serve veterans and to help support them and their families through education, community services, contributing to veterans organizations, and awarding scholarships to veterans and their families. This Saturday they have a great evening of music, food and drinks to support the troops at Bailey Ray's in Santiago.

Adult Basic Education Classes Have Openings

Ricky Woods — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 15:04:47 +0000

If you or someone you know is looking to improve basic reading, writing, or math skills, earn a General Education Diploma (GED), improve English language skills (ESL), or learn more about parenting, Central Minnesota Adult Basic Education can help. Central Minnesota Adult Basic Education helps adults become fully participating, self-sufficient members of our society. Classes [...]