Morning Announcements for Jan. 22 and Jan. 23
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Tell us what you’re celebrating this week. Whether it's a milestone in your career, a family achievement, a community event, a birthday, or something good happening in your neighborhood, we want to hear your stories.
Thursday, Jan. 22
“Happy 6th birthday to Phoebe — our heart, our guiding light! You bring so much joy, imagination, and all things pink and purple to our lives. We love you beyond measure!”
~Mom, Dad and Hank, St. Paul
“Saying congrats to daughter Andrea in Biwabik on her first week as state deputy fire marshal. The family is super proud!”
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~ Heather, Minneapolis
“Happy anniversary to the love of my life, Cat. I love the little chosen family we have built together and couldn’t be more proud to be your partner in this life. I love waking up together and listening to MPR in the mornings.”
~ Neno, St. Paul
“Congratulations to Vanessa and Avery on your wedding day! The light of your love is a blessing to the world and all of us who love you dearly.”
~ Mama Nancy Harms, Minneapolis
“Happy 70th birthday, Lynn, from your OLP high school classmates! Thanks for leading us into a new decade!”
~ Love from Shannon, Teresa and Colleen, St. Paul
“Happy birthday to my awesome friend and best realtor in town Lisa L. of Minneapolis! Sending you much love, from your sister in fun!”
~ Julie K. of St. Paul.
“I just want to tell my wife that she is my rock and I’m grateful for her every day.”
~ Allyson Sutkowi-Hemstreet, Hopkins
Friday, Jan. 23
“Happy 11th birthday Quincy! You bring so much light into our lives. Can’t wait to celebrate with you this weekend! Love, mom and dad”
~ Lesley of Minneapolis
“Grab your beverage of choice and join me in wishing a happy birthday to a heckuva dad, Gary Eichten! I love you.”
~ Kate Eichten, Apple Valley
“Happy birthday to my dear Aquarius, Sasha! Working with you is the very best part of my job. Love, Anna (a reluctant Capricorn).”
~ Anna Williams, St. Louis Park
“Happy 41st birthday son-in-law Joe Ortmann. You are a great mentor to fellow veterans and the youth you volunteer to coach in basketball, soccer and football. Thank you for being an exemplary husband to my girl and father to your children.”
~ Hanover Hermit, also known as Willie Krause, Hanover
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