This past Saturday was exactly where I needed to be: in front of the television watching all kinds of sports. In the fall, that’s my usual Saturday spot, but this weekend, I had doctor’s orders to be there. After a week at the hospital in Madison, I was released on Friday afternoon and told to “lay low” for a few days. So, I followed those … Continue reading THE POWER OF THE TV REMOTE
Sharing the Story of KLQP Radio On Sunday afternoon, I had the pleasure of joining Maynard to speak about the history of KLQP radio. We were invited to the LQP County Historical Society annual meeting, which was held at the LQP Museum with a great turnout. Giving a microphone to two radio guys—they’re pretty brave! Maynard spoke first, sharing his personal journey into radio, … Continue reading SHARING ABOUT KLQP
What was my week like? It was a blur of sports broadcasts, unexpected animal encounters, and moments of reflection. Here are a few short stories from the past seven days.The fall section sports schedule is in full swing, and it’s always an adventure.The Raccoon IncidentLast Tuesday, Dick Newman and I were driving back from Lakeview after broadcasting the Eagles and Lakers section football playoff game. … Continue reading HITTING RACCOONS, PRESS BOX BUFFETS, A WEEK OF HIGH AND LOWS
Last Friday, I was in Lakeview to broadcast the Dawson-Boyd and Lakeview football game on a beautiful fall evening. As I walked from my car toward the field, I couldn’t help but notice what a fantastic complex Lakeview has. It’s relatively new, and I’ve been there before, but it always strikes me: what a huge difference there is in high school facilities compared to when … Continue reading FOOTBALL FIELDS: A BROADCASTERS TOUR
I’m a man of many passions, but two stand above the rest: the Minnesota Vikings and my faith in Jesus. I’ve been a die-hard Vikings fan since I was a little boy, and a follower of Christ since I turned 28. Usually, these two loves coexist peacefully on a Sunday in the fall: I go to church, then come home in time for the noon … Continue reading WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?
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