Morning Announcements for Oct. 17
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“Happy Birthday, Mary Frances from LaCrosse, Wis.”
~ Matt, Rochester
“Happy 80th birthday to Helen (also known as Mom, Minna and Mimi!) Wishing you the most fun girls’ weekend, and looking forward to celebrating with you when you’re back in town! Love, your kids and all seven grandkids”
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~ Erica Marston, Eagan
“Happy birthday to our hero, Clint! We can’t imagine life without you and can’t wait to celebrate you tonight! Love, Jodi, Hank and Phoebe”
~ Jodi Connell, St. Paul
“Happy birthday on Saturday to Fred, the guy in my mirror who celebrates this day with his oldest daughter, Katie. They’re both blessed with wonderful kids, pretty good friends and awesome spouses. May the next year bring good health, some spirited adventure and much peace and blessings for all their loved ones and all the friends they haven't met yet. Go Lake Wobegone Whippits... go!!!”
~ Fred Quiggle, Beautiful Minneapolis
“Happy anniversary to my wonderful husband, Bill. 51 years on Sunday.”
~ Cathy Buxengard, Worthington
“Happy 43rd wedding anniversary to Sylvia and Michael! I was there the day you got married in Central Park!”
~ Mary Beth, St. Paul
“Happy birthday to my favorite reporter/producer Ellie Roth! You are so amazing and I love you very much!”
~ Joe Brezonik, Minneapolis
“Belated congratulations to our dear Felicia (formerly Johnson) and Colin Hartman on their wonderful wedding at Gull Lake four weeks ago. The Johnson and Hartman families are filled with joy and wish you a lifetime of happiness. Love always, your parents Phil, Judy, Jay and Margaret.”
~ Judy Johnson, Plymouth
“Happiest of birthdays today to my best friend, Diane. Grateful for all the wonderful years we’ve been together. A toast to you, dear girl!”
~ Diane, Woodbury
“Happy birthday to our own Lukas Levin!”
~ Phil Picardi, MPR News
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