CHAMPIONS, $56 PIZZA AND A LITTLE SIMON SAYS CONFUSION

Another State Dance weekend is officially in the books. I say this every year, but State Dance is easily my favorite tournament to cover for Q-92. I’ve covered State Cross Country, Football, Basketball, and Golf, but State Dance just has a different vibe. The atmosphere at the Target Center is electric—especially the parents who dress wildly to represent their schools and daughters. ​The Skyway Life … Continue reading CHAMPIONS, $56 PIZZA AND A LITTLE SIMON SAYS CONFUSION

BIG BASH OR QUIET COUCH?

​Do you love celebrating your birthday? Do you look forward to a big party with family and friends, or would you rather stay home and do exactly what you want in peace? ​As an extrovert, I’m firmly in the “big celebration” camp! We extroverts tend to enjoy being the center of attention, so birthdays are often our favorite day of the year. At KLQP, we … Continue reading BIG BASH OR QUIET COUCH?

A Special Day with My Granddaughter

​This past Saturday wasn’t just about basketball; it was a precious “Grandpa-Granddaughter” date. My oldest granddaughter, Adelyn—who is currently enjoying her senior year at Montevideo High School—and I set off for Brookings, South Dakota. We were headed to South Dakota State University to witness a huge Division 1 women’s basketball showdown between the top two teams in the Summit League: the NDSU Bison and the … Continue reading A Special Day with My Granddaughter

WHAT EXACTLY DO YOU DO ALL DAY?

​Earlier this week, someone asked me a question that caught me off guard: “What do you do all day?” The way he asked, it sounded like he thought I didn’t actually work! I ended up walking him through my routine from sunrise to sunset, and as I went into detail, I realized—this would make a great blog post. While no two days are ever truly … Continue reading WHAT EXACTLY DO YOU DO ALL DAY?