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Jiffy Pop Problem Solved, Thanks Ladies!

Ken Hayes — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:34:28 +0000

We really do have the best listeners! My family and I are going camping this weekend and I did some last minute shopping last night for supplies. On my list was jiffy pop, but I wasn't able to find it! I tried a couple of different places, but no luck. Then a knock came on the studio door.

Watch Morgan Freeman Fall Asleep During Interview [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Fri, 24 May 2013 13:30:54 +0000

Morgan Freeman and Michael Cain were promoting their new film “Now You See me” during an interview, and the legendary actor fell asleep while Cain was talking. See for yourself. Morgan Freeman laughed off the event by telling people magazine, “I’m a beta tester for Google eyelids, I was merely updating my Facebook page.” Get [...]

Common Items People Forget to Pack for Camping [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Fri, 24 May 2013 12:08:40 +0000

Memorial Day weekend is here and a lot of people are heading out to the campsites. This year is our first extended weekend camping as a family which has really complicated my usually short list of things to pack for myself. Here’s some common things people forget to pack: cell phone car charger first aid [...]

Guess Which Country Superstar This Is From 1991 Performance [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:00:01 +0000

I’ll give you a clue… this country star is as big as they get, and he was 23 when this performance was taped. Once you hear him sing, you should be able to figure it out. Yep, it’s Keith Urban! I’d say his style has evolved both musically and image wise. And by the [...]

Meet Animal Allies Pet of the Week "Andre The Giant"

Ken Hayes — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:32:26 +0000

Lots of things are happening at Animal Allies including the Walk For Animals on June 8th, the cat promotion now going on, and the 2013 Animal Allies raffle. We did find tim to talk today with Sarah about a big loveable black lab, Andre The Giant. Here’s what Animal Allies had to say about Andre: [...]

Listen to Our Interview With Justin Roberts From This Morning [AUDIO]

Ken Hayes — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:31:35 +0000

Justin Roberts & The Not Ready For Naptime band is coming to Mitchell Auditorium at the College of Saint Scholastica on June 15th. It'll be a great show that your kids will love! We had a chance to interview Justin this morning on B105 and asked him how he got to be a children's rock performer, what to expect at the show, and more!

Run The Cathedral School Panther 5k on May 31st

Ken Hayes — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:08:06 +0000

Whether you’re gearing up for Grandma’s Marathon, or just running for fun, here’s a fun 5k you can participate in soon. It’s the Cathedral School Panther 5k happening May 31st. It’s only $25 to enter and all proceeds benefit the Art and Spanish Programs at the school! There will be concessions, prizes, and more fun [...]

Kellie Pickler's Freestyle Finale Stole Last Nights Show [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:48:49 +0000

I know I may sound biased, but last night Kellie and Dereks final dance was amazing, and was by far the best dance of the night, if not the season. It brought Carrie Ann to tears, and Len gave her a VERY RARE standing ovation. It’s still anybody’s game to see who wins tonight, but [...]

Memorial Day Weekend TV Marathons

Ken Hayes — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:42:11 +0000

Every Memorial Day weekend, TV marathons flood our channels. Whether it be military movies, popular cable reality shows, or movie marathons, it can make for a great weekend catching up on missed episodes of TV shows, or just being a couch potato. Here’s whats going on and what to watch. According to Channel Guide Magazine, [...]

Star Trek Into Darkness Review

Ken Hayes — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:47:32 +0000

A few years ago, when Star Trek was rebooted with JJ Abrams at the helm, I was very cautious. I worried that they wouldn't do the series justice with a new, younger cast. My fears were quickly calmed after watching the first Star Trek movie with Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, etc. Now, after watching Star Trek Into Darkness, I am thoroughly impressed with what they have done.

Gas Prices Continue To Soar Out Of Control in Duluth Superior Area, $4.39 A Gallon

Ken Hayes — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:39:32 +0000

This is getting ridiculous. Gas prices have soared now to $4.39 a gallon in some parts of Duluth, and it can only be expected to keep climbing. According to Minnesota Gas Prices, as of 11:25 am Friday, at least 3 stations raised the price to $4.39 a gallon for regular unleaded. Visiting the site will [...]

"The Office" Finale Delivered A Proper Way To Say Goodbye

Ken Hayes — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:56:28 +0000

Last night was tough, as I expected it would be. The show itself was described in the special that aired before as a "living thing." It certainly did take a life of it's own, and it felt like we were putting it down. But we all knew it had to go, and the writers met most of my expectations that I was hoping for. SPOILER ALERT

Kellie Pickler Says She'll Give Grandpa The Mirror Ball Trophy If She Wins [AUDIO]

Ken Hayes — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:37:40 +0000

So, I’m pretty sure my co workers are worried about me becoming dangerously obsessed with Kellie Pickler, but I feel it’s my job to inform you of what a cool girl she is. She recently stated in an interview who gets the trophy if she wins next week. She’ll give it to her Grandpa Ken. [...]

My 2013 Motorcycle VS Gas Prices Battle

Ken Hayes — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:28:28 +0000

I've owned a motorcycle now for 10 years. In the last few years with the gas prices soaring I've told myself every spring that I'm going to ride to work no matter what to save money on gas. My truck gets 13 mpg in town, my bike gets 55+ mpg. It's a no brainer, taking the bike. Eventually, every year I get lazy and instead of taking the time to put on rain gear or warmer clothing, I hop in the truck. NOT THIS YEAR. Here's my challenge:

Meet Animal Allies Pet Of The Week "Cricket"

Ken Hayes — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:37:29 +0000

Nope, it’s not a pet cricket, but rather a loveable adult lab looking for a good home. Cricket was found as a stray in Superior, and is currently at the Superior Animal Allies shelter. From Animal Allies: Cricket is a gorgeous older black lab who was found as a stray in Superior. This sweet girl [...]

Prevent A Breakdown With Your Boat Trailer, Check Your Wheel Bearings [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:20:55 +0000

Ever wonder why sometimes you see a boat on a trailer on the side of the highway with no truck to be found? Probably because the wheel bearing failed and it either lost a week or it has a wheel bent on the side. It's a common mistake that many boaters make - not checking their wheel bearings.

Saying Goodbye To "The Office" & What I Hope To See on the Finale

Ken Hayes — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:03:12 +0000

I've talked about how The Office has run it's course last year, and about how the show needed to be wrapped up. Let me just say that "The Office" is my favorite TV show and I've loved every season of it. It is the only show that weekly has made me laugh out loud. And tomorrow, we say goodbye. It's going to be tough, but here's what I'd like to see.

Kellie Pickler Scores Her First 30, Zendaya Slips On Quickstep [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:01:24 +0000

Kellie Pickler and partner Derek Hough tried to please Len this week with a more traditional Argentine Tango, and it worked. She was perfect and scored her first 30 of the season. Of course, the competition scored tight with Jacoby, Aly and Zendaya also getting 30′s. Check out some of the dances here. Kellie and [...]

It's National Pet Week, Are You A Dog Or Cat Person? [POLL]

Ken Hayes — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:10:31 +0000

This week is National Pet Week, which happens to coincide with "Be Kind To Animals" week. Our family has a cat, which you've probably heard me complain about periodically. Cathy's family has two dogs, one being a brand new puppy. (You've probably heard her complain about the puppy too.) But we both love our pets, and wanted to take a poll of our listeners and to see if we have more "cat people" or "dog people.

Study of Chemicals in Minnesota Lakes Finds Cocaine in a Third of Lakes Sampled

Ken Hayes — Mon, 13 May 2013 18:16:32 +0000

A study has been done on 50 lakes across Minnesota looking for chemicals that find their way into the lakes. The most common chemical was DEET (used in bug spray). Followed by a plastics chemical, and then surprisingly cocaine showed up. Sometimes the cocaine was even found in remote lakes not near a sewer run off.