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How Much Snow Did The Duluth / Superior Area Get Thanksgiving and Black Friday 2012?

Nick Cooper — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 21:09:36 +0000

While a few lake effect snowflakes continue to fall in the later hours of Black Friday 2012, snowfall totals are coming in from around the area. The snow, which made travel very difficult through much of Minnesota and Wisconsin Thanksgiving and Black Friday definitely added up in some portions of the region. The National Weather [...]

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for the Duluth / Superior Region for Thanksgiving and Black Friday

Nick Cooper — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 22:00:14 +0000

As reported earlier, the possibility of winter weather threatening travel and activities for Thanksgiving and Black Friday in the Twin Ports was looming. The National Weather Service has now made it official.

Happy Thanksgiving, Here's WKRP's Thanksgiving Turkey Drop [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 16:49:05 +0000

Most of us in radio count this scene as one of our favorites. It's from the classic show WKRP in Cincinnati where Les is covering the station's Thanksgiving promotion. Only problem was the station manager didn't quite understand that turkey's can't fly. If you haven't seen it, make sure to watch. Or if you're like me, you gotta watch it every Thanksgiving!

Is Thanksgiving Football the Greatest Holiday Tradition? — Sports Survey of the Day

BJ Ragone — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:50:03 +0000

On Thanksgiving you can count on two things: overeating, and watching a ton of football. When it comes to holiday tradition, nothing goes hand in hand like Thanksgiving and football. It’s America’s sport, on one of America’s favorite days. The tradition of games is fantastic. This year, perennial turkey-day participant the Dallas Cowboys take on [...]

Weather on Thanksgiving and Black Friday in Northern Minnesota Could Impact Travel Around the Greater Duluth / Superior Area

Nick Cooper — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 14:01:05 +0000

While weather for travelers in Northern Minnesota and Northern Wisconsin will be nice on Thanksgiving morning, wintry conditions will be making their way into the Twin Ports region by Thursday night and Friday – making travel a little more difficult for holiday drivers and shoppers. With temperatures near 50 degrees through the first part of [...]

Gas Prices Drop In Time For Thanksgiving – How Far Do You Travel? [POLL]

Ken Hayes — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 18:28:52 +0000

Gas prices in the twin ports are down to about $3.23 a gallon, which is roughly down 76 cents since September's high price of $3.99. This is obviously a welcomed change as many people travel by car to spend the holidays with their family. So that brings up the question: How far do you travel for thanksgiving? Take the poll and see how you compare to others locally.

Run the Gobble Gallup in Downtown Duluth BEFORE Your Thanksgiving Meal and Feel Deserving and Less Guilty

Cathy Kates — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 16:18:42 +0000

If you're like most people, after eating your Thanksgiving meal, you are almost unable to drag your overstuffed body from the dining table to the couch. You feel stuffed, guilty and vow that you'll start your diet and lose weigh running around on Black Friday. How about doing a little running BEFORE you sit down to that meal feeling a bit more healthy and a little less guilty. Run the Gobble Gallop!

Impress Your Dinner Guests This Thanksgiving with a Chai Turkey from a Taste of Home

Cathy Kates — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 13:48:29 +0000

Looking for that WOW factor to impress your friends and relatives? Here is the perfect recipe from Taste of Home to accomplish that feat. It’s easy, it’s definitely a different taste and you can stop wondering what you’re going to do with that big bird in the fridge and move on to your salads and [...]

10 Things We Aren't Thankful for This Year

Jo Pincushion — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 18:30:26 +0000

Thanksgiving is just a few days away. Where has the time gone? As you prepare your menu, it's time to reflect on what you're thankful for. But as always, there are a few things that we could really have done without this year. Hurricanes, superstorms and other freakish weather systems, for example, don't deserve our gratitude. Here are 10 things we aren't thankful for:

Americans Are Still Traveling This Thanksgiving, Just Not Very Far

Mike Adams — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 20:10:50 +0000

Holiday travel will bring increased traffic to the American highways this Thanksgiving weekend. However, with many families still simply trying to operate day-to-day on shoestring budgets, people are expected to plan shorter trips to carve their turkeys this year as a means to save money on fuel and other expenses. According to the annual AAA [...]

Table for 5000? You Bet! You're Invited to Celebrate the Holiday with a FREE Thanksgiving Meal [Audio]

Cathy Kates — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 16:17:51 +0000

Every year a FREE thanksgiving buffet is offered by Community Volunteers with assistance from staff and management from the College of St. Scholastica. Approximately 5,000 area persons in need are served a delicious turkey dinner with all the fixings, either at the DECC or by having a meal delivered to their home. Join our Community Family and let's celebrate Thanksgiving together.

5 Things That Happen In America On Thanksgiving, But Probably Didn't Happen With The Pilgrims

Chris Allen — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:55:11 +0000

On the fourth Thursday this month, most Americans will have the day off and celebrate Thanksgiving. Some reflect, some state their gratitude, some just eat. Here’s 5 things that happen on Thanksgiving. 1) Christmas starts-Whether you like it or not, most stores are open on Thanksgiving this year, so, that means Christmas starts. At midnight, [...]

What Will Thanksgiving Dinner Cost This Year? — Dollars and Sense

Mike Adams — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 18:07:50 +0000

The price of Thanksgiving is going up this year, but not as much as you might think. According to the latest statistics from the American Farm Bureau Federation, the majority of households can expect to spend about 30 cents more this year to cover the cost of serving up Thanksgiving dinner—just under $50 to feed [...]

What Are America's Busiest Airports on Thanksgiving Weekend?

Mike Adams — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 20:02:43 +0000

Even though the price of holiday travel is on the rise, nearly 24 million people will still be shuttling across the friendly skies this Thanksgiving weekend. In fact, with nearly 150,000 more travelers anticipated to fly home for Thanksgiving than last year, many airlines believe they will be near full capacity that weekend, which, unfortunately, could [...]

Volunteer Positions for the Thanksgiving Day Buffet 2012 at the DECC are Going Fast

Cathy Kates — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 15:40:41 +0000

Every year a FREE buffet is offered by Community Volunteers with assistance from staff at the College of St. Scholastica. Approximately 5,000 area persons in need are served a delicious turkey dinner with all the fixings. The buffet is made possible with the help of community volunteers like you. Are you able to share a few hours on Thanksgiving Day?

Pumpkin Pie Sale on Wednesday Helps Feed the Hungry, Freeze em' for Thanksgiving!

Cathy Kates — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 21:16:11 +0000

Here's a way for you to save time AND help feed the needy in the Northland. It's become a yearly tradition that the First United Methodist Church members and students from the College of St. Scholastica join forces and make lots and lots of pies to sell with the proceeds going to CHUM. It happens Wednesday, so set a date reminder on your phone, or put a postie note where you'll see it.

President Obama Pardons Two National Turkeys In 2011

Cathy Kates — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:08:54 +0000

So, it hit me. President Obama will be pardoning a turkey tomorrow. Why I remembered, I don't know. It's an odd thing to do, but it's been going on since President Dwight Eisenhower was in office and he ate his bird! That's NO pardon!!! I suppose in the turkey world, it's considered to be an honor to be eaten by the President, but you only hold that honor for a day. Cheryl Phillips from examiner.com tells us the skinny.

Turkey Cooking Times, Temps And Tips For A Happy Thanksgiving!

David Drew — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:24:45 +0000

It's my biggest fear for Thanksgiving: Having people over for a dinner that I hand a hand in cooking and then getting calls later on from my guests who are now in the fetal position with food poisoning. Luckily that has never happened to me, but I make sure I'm careful with food. From the United States Department Of Agriculture, here are some very handy tips for cooking both fresh and frozen turkeys. Have a fantastic Thanksgiving!

Five Thanksgiving Apps You Should Gobble Up!

David Drew — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 05:57:04 +0000

You may be thinking I'm about to share recipes for appetizers to snack on before Thanksgiving dinner, but the apps I'm about to share involve apps for you phone. While not as tasty, these apps are calorie free! Now, getting radioPup so you can listen to B105 is a given. Here are some fun apps for Thanksgiving:

Make Thanksgiving Dinner From Scratch with This Recipe Roundup

Kathy Landin — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:12:13 +0000

Feeling up for a challenge this Thanksgiving? Sick of the canned cranberry sauce and the pre-made, store-bought turkey? Try cooking an entire feast for your family… from scratch! Let’s face it, in the end, you may be a little bit worn out, but you get to eat the delicious results and bask in the light of your own accomplishment. This year, le