COUNTY FAIRS, FAVORITES, Food, FRIENDS, PARTY, RAMDON THOUGHTS, Sports, WORK

HITTING RACCOONS, PRESS BOX BUFFETS, A WEEK OF HIGH AND LOWS

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

Paul RaymoOctober 26, 2025October 26, 2025Leave a comment

PICTURE BLOG, SCHOOL, Sports, WORK

FOOTBALL FIELDS: A BROADCASTERS TOUR

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

Paul RaymoOctober 11, 2025October 12, 2025Leave a comment

FAVORITES, FRIENDS, PICTURE BLOG, SCHOOL, Sports, WORK

PLAYER OF THE GAME

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Paul RaymoOctober 5, 2025October 5, 2025Leave a comment

FAVORITES, Food, FRIENDS, PICTURE BLOG, RAMDON THOUGHTS, Sports, Weather, WORK

HOW AN EXTROVERT THRIVES

This past week was a perfect reflection of what I love about my life: its diversity and the wonderful people I get to connect with. If you know me, you know I’m a true extrovert—the opposite of my wonderful wife of 48 years, Roxie. I thrive and get energized from being around people. My week kicked off with some family time. I headed to the … Continue reading HOW AN EXTROVERT THRIVES

Paul RaymoSeptember 20, 2025September 21, 2025Leave a comment

FAVORITES, FRIENDS, SCHOOL, Sports, Technology, WORK

A AUTOGRAPH, A STORY

Last Tuesday, something happened at the Minneota vs. Dawson-Boyd volleyball match that will stay with me forever. It was a humbling experience that took me back to my own childhood—a memory I haven’t thought about in years. When I was 12 years old, growing up in New Ulm, Minnesota, I was a huge Minnesota Vikings fan. I idolized players like Alan Page, Carl Eller, and … Continue reading A AUTOGRAPH, A STORY

Paul RaymoSeptember 14, 2025September 14, 2025Leave a comment

COUNTY FAIRS, Family, FAVORITES, Food, Health, WORK

BUMP IN THE ROAD

Back in the Game This is a personal one today, and I appreciate you reading. It’s been a challenging week for my wife, my family, and me. From Tuesday through Friday, I was in the hospital in Madison with a partial small bowel obstruction. Not fun having a tube down your throat for a week, but I’m home now and ready to get back to … Continue reading BUMP IN THE ROAD

Paul RaymoAugust 17, 2025August 17, 20251 Comment

Raymo's Ramblings

The stories and life of the man behind the mic – Paul Raymo

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