Morning Announcements for Aug. 19 and 20
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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.
Wednesday, Aug. 19
“Happy 20th anniversary to my amazing wife, Jackie. Thankful to have the perfect partner for this crazy life. Love you always!”
~ Brian Hunke, Hopkins
“Happy belated birthday to Kyle in Blaine! Sending you positive vibes in your next year around the sun!”
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~ Kelly Besst & family, Coon Rapids
“Happy birthday to my wonderful husband Louis. Wishing many years of smooth sailing ahead together!”
~ Lisa Lundsten, St. Paul
“Happy birthday Jim Jacoby from your friends at St. Albans!”
~ Eileen Ann Kerr, Minneapolis
“Happy birthday to Gene! I know things have been hectic, but I’m lucky to have you to hold on to. I can’t wait to give you a great big hug. Love, Frances.”
~ Frances, St. Paul
Thursday, Aug. 20
“Happy birthday to Travis, also known as Travissimo and T-Dawg, guitarist and vocalist of the legendary Minneapolis band The Travesties!”
~ Jolie, Minneapolis
“Happy birthday to my wonderful, caring husband Dan! I'm so grateful for our life together. With love from Patrice.”
~ Patrice C. Koelsch, Minneapolis
“Larry & Jim — looking forward to your waffle gang garden party this afternoon. You two are the best!”
~ Mary Beth Elchert, St. Paul
“To Kris in Duluth: Whether we bike today or tomorrow, it will be good practice for riding 80 miles 20 years from now. Happy birthday from Lisa, Mark and especially Mochi.”
~ Mark, Duluth
“Happy birthday to the best sister ever Mona Dougherty. Love you Isabel and Gaelen.”
~ Gaelen Kesler, Ham Lake
“To our brother-in-law Nick of northeast Minneapolis, we want to wish you a wonderful birthday to you and your twin Jer. looking forward to celebrating you with a home cooked family dinner this weekend.”
~ Jennifer, Columbia Heights
“It will be my sister’s birthday. Her name is Colette Bornhofen. An announcement would be much appreciated as she listens to your MPR throughout the day.”
~ Elizabeth K. Bornhofen, Oakdale
