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January 2005

People: Don Bania Jr.
We meet this truly inspirational man who tells us how he over came a huge life challenge and how it has changed him to be a better person.

Lifestyle: Fitness for the New Year
John Unverzagt from Life Time fitness tells us some simple ways we can all get back in shape and keep our resolutions for the new year.

Closer Look: Investing for the future
Jon Throndson from Edward Jones Financial joins us to discuss the importance of starting early to save for now for the money we'll need later.

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February 2005

This month we present a two part series on drug abuse: 

In our first segment
We learn what impact early drug prevention can have on growing teens and what parents should say to steer their kids clear of drug use.

In our second segment
We discuss what kinds of problems we face locally and how it's affecting our kids. We hear from three former Meth users and find out what effect it had on their lives and how they are still living with the long-term effects it has left them with.

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March 2005

People: Marilyn Pentel
She is also known as 'Miss Manners' to her class.  She teaches manners to people of all ages.

Lifestyle: Curing the Winter Blues 
with fun activities to do inside with your kids.

Just for Fun: The North Metro Art Crawl
It's an exciting event that's just one month away!  We'll tell you more about it and feature 3 artists who will be part of the crawl.

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April 2005

People:  Miss Coon Rapids-Jennifer Hilde & Miss Anoka County Laura Beth Reier
February 15th, 2005 was a special day particularly for these two Anoka County women.  Both won crowns at the Miss Coon Rapids/Miss Anoka County Scholarship pageant held in the Coon Rapids High School auditorium.

Lifestyle: Helping yourself
Help your kids help you by teaching them habits that save you time and keep them organized.

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May 2005

People: Lea Schalow
Spins us a beautiful vase as she tells us how pottery has kept her centered and happy.

Lifestyle: Mercy Women's Heart Center
It's not just the men that have to worry about heart disease anymore.  Women are now the targets of this deadly disease.  We learn what Mercy Hospital is doing about it. 

Just for Fun: Geoff Williams
He's won nationwide awards for his magic and demonstrates his slight of hand in studio.  You'll be as amazed as we are.

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June 2005

Stephanie is on Maternity leave
In the meantime we played one of your favorite segments from August 2004.  Featuring: Libby Hoene and Cheryl Karpen. 

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July 2005

Stephanie is on Maternity leave
In the meantime we played another one of your favorite segments from September 2003.  Featuring:  Jason & Stephanie Larsen and Kerry McCauley.  

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August 2005


Stephanie is on Maternity leave
In the meantime we played another one of your favorite segments from November 2004.  Featuring: Stan Sroga, an inside look at the Coon Rapids Police Department and the Hotfoot Stompers square dance group.

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September 2005

People: Rockie Lynne
This local celebrity is well on his way to becoming a force in the Country Western music scene.  Although this stardom has had an effect on his career, he is still just your average guy.

Closer Look: Internet Safety for Our Children
Too often child predators talk with and try to entice our children into relationships.  We learn what steps you as a parent can take to protect your children and learn some tips we can all use.

Just for Fun: Ghosts of Anoka Haunted Tours
We join Vicky Wendel, from the Anoka Historical Society, to find out about the "haunted" tours they now offer.  We walk along with a group and discover a fun way to spend an evening and learn some of the history behind the City of Anoka

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October 2005

People: James Franklin
We meet this truly inspirational man who tells us how he over came a huge life challenge and how it has changed him to be a better person.

Lifestyle: Interior Decorating
Interior decorating seems to be all the rage these days.  We meet up with two designers who share their knowledge and guide us towards some basic decorating ideals.

Just for Fun: Scrapbooking
has become a way of life for our guest. It's a skill that can be passed on for generations.

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November 2005

People: Dr. Janis Amatuzio
She's known as the 'compassionate coroner'.  As the lead coroner for Anoka County and several other Minnesota counties, she helps speak for the dead.

Closer Look: Inside Forensic Pathology
We go behind the scenes at the Anoka County morgue.  Dr. Amatuzio explains the science behind forensic pathology, and what exactly she and her staff look for when it comes to unraveling the mystery behind cause of death.

Just for Fun: Ballroom Dancing
is hotter than ever!  We visit Cheek to Cheek Dance studio to learn the moves and see how much fun it is to kick up your heels.

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December 2005

People: Steve Ellenson
This Coon Rapids man loves the thrill of the hunt!  Come along as we learn more about his unique business that specializes in making people's hunting dreams come true.

Closer Look: Taxidermy
Rick Simonson, owner of North Country Taxidermy, shows us the fine art of taxidermy and what it takes to make an animal last forever.

Lifestyle: Sleep Disorders
Come along as we learn more about sleep disorders by visiting Mercy and Unity Hospitals' Sleep Disorders Center.
 

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