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Cathy Kates

I have been working in the broadcasting industry in Northland radio for 16 years. My life has been an "open-book", sharing trials, tribulations and every day life experiences, because YOU are my friends. I have compassion for people and animals. That has lead me to be involved with many different non-profit agencies on a local and national level. I am a board member for the Northern Light's Foundation, an organization that grants money to families with children who have cancer or a catastrophic disease. For the past 13 years I have been on the Thanksgiving Day Buffet Committee, responsible for feeding over 3,000 needy families in the Northland, a full Thanksgiving meal at the local Convention Center. I don't limit my involvement to large non-profit organizations, I also attend the home-town meatball and spaghetti dinners and benefits. That's where my connection grows stronger with you on a face-to-face level, and we become family. I am also the Public Affairs Director for Townsquare Media, so if you have a benefit or non-profit event you would like on our Community Calendar, make sure to email me the information. Thanks for waking up with me every morning, I'm always here for you......always a phone call, or an email away.  Hugs!
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Update: Desert Rose Band is Reunited and Touring Again [VIDEO]

I chose the Desert Rose Band as my Solid Gold Pick  of the Week the beginning of this month.  One of their songs you would be most familiar with is "Love Reunited".  It was a release from their the bands self-titled album in 1987.  The group had disbanded, but after their publicist read my blog, he contacted me and guess what?  They are back together for a reunion tour!!!!

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Country Legend Roy Clark Turns 80 and is Our Solid Gold Pick of the Week

Our birthday boy this week is Roy Clark, he turned 80 on Monday.  We had the opportunity to get to know Roy well when he hosted the nationally televised country variety show "Hee Haw" from 1962-1971, but continued in syndication for another 20 years.  He has been an influence in Country music and his telegenic presence proved he is an all around entertainer.

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Warning from the City of Duluth: Use Caution Around the Aerial Life Bridge Due to Falling Ice and Snow


While training for Grandma's Half Marathon (which has been very difficult with the snow we've gotten so late in the Spring), we park in the Canal and run across the Aerial Lift Bridge and down the Point all the time.  It never occurred to me that there could be potential danger lurking above me, other than from the pigeons.  I'm still planning on using one of our City's icons, but we'll definitely be cautious.  Thanks to the City for watching out for us!

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Safety is in Your Hand with the New Red Cross Tornado Warning and Alert App

The Northland Chapter of the American Red Cross is always there to help after a disaster.  They are also there to help prevent a disaster with the new Tornado App that is available for your iPhone and Android communications.  It even has interactive quizzes and simple step-by-step advice.  Details and download it here.

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Local Running Group, The North Shore Striders Dedicate Group Run to Those Affected in the Boston Bombings

The North Shore Striders have been on hiatus, but they are back and better than ever, offering something for all ages. Their next group run will be dedicated to the those affected in the Boston Bombings.  You're invited, here are the details in the group run and more on the North Shore Striders, the founding group of Grandma's Marathon in 1977 and included members like Duluthian Garry Bjorklund, a 1976 10,000 meter Olympian and two-time Grandma’s Marathon champion!

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Howard Wolowitz of The Big Bang Theory is The Astronaut That Screams for Nine Minutes-Season Six, Episode 2 [Videos]

We have the Big Bang Theory  DVD series so I haven't been watching the most recent seasons.  I caught it last night on TV and I was shocked to find out Howard was married and an astronaut.  Penny and Leonard were dating and Sheldon, well...he hadn't changed much (and I'm glad). During this particular episode, Howard suggests we youtube "Astronaut Screams for Nine Minutes" and like everyone else, I did.

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Entice Spring to Hurry to Duluth’s Lakewalk and Rose Garden with the “Raising of the Roses”

It's hard to believe in just months, we'll strolling through the beautiful Rose Garden in the City of Duluth near Lake Superior, without a jacket on, because as I write this blog, we are under a Winter Storm Warning, but it's true.  Of course, to reap the benefits of the garden's beauty, the hard work has to start now and you're help is needed.

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It’s Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week – Duluth will be Testing their Sirens Today April 18

Even though I am sharing this information with you, I KNOW that when I hear the sirens blow to signify the start of the drill/test, I will wonder (usually out loud to myself), "what are those going off now for?"  You should know it's just a test, here is the schedule.

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Traffic Advisory for the Fitger’s 5K Race this Saturday

Before I went for my evening run last night, I read through the latest developments from the FBI and learned of the many heroes that weren't expecting that title on what was to be a day at the Boston Marathon.  As our thoughts continue to be with those that were affected physically and emotionally by the Boston Marathon bombings, many area runners are preparing for the Fitger's 5K, this Saturday.  Every year the Duluth Police Department provides a traffic advisory and I would wanted to share that with you to help plan the best route for your travel that day.

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Spring Cleaning? The City of Superior Announces FREE Landfill Use Days for Some Items

 

Even though snow is still expected in our area this week, a lot of people have been doing their Spring cleaning in hopes to entice warmer weather.  The City of Superior is helping by offering FREE Landfill Use Days for some items.  Other items at a minimal cost.  Here's the dates and details and keep your fingers crossed for Spring to be sprung soon!

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Empty Bowl 2013 Benefits the Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank and is TODAY!


I'm so excited for the annual Empty Bowl event today.  Ken and I will be there starting at 11a to serve delicious soup, we'll meet you there!  It actually started months ago when adults and children in our community started putting time and talent into making the bowls.

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Calling All Dog Lovers! Join the City of Duluth Dog Park Task Force

Meet Bauer, my German Short Haired Schnauzer another "love of my life", when he's not chewing my rugs or eating his poop.  He's lucky I have an extreme love for all animals, especially dogs!  The City of Duluth would like to put together a Dog Park Task Force and your input would be greatly appreciated.  Here's the details and a info from a blog I wrote in 2011 of different dog friendly locations.

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