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Posts from April 2012
Best part by MaryElin Macht,posted Apr 27 2012 11:01AM
Finally Friday! So what was the best part of your week? Tell me mmacht@yourQ102.com
My best part was attending the D.A.R.E. graduation at MACCRAY East. Andrew was one of the 5th graders to graduate from the D.A.R.E. program. D.A.R.E. stands for Drug Abuse Resistance Education. I’m thankful that area law enforcement and schools work together to provide this resource for kids and parents. It teaches kids good decision making skills to help them avoid high-risk behavior so they can grow up healthy, safe and secure.
We have a busy weekend of landscaping planned at our house, if the weather cooperates. James took today off to get started--and of course--rain.
I’m excited about Monday and you should be too! It’s your first chance to play “Cash In The Box” where you could win up to $500! Good luck and I hope you can outsmart the Jack for cash!
Funny by MaryElin Macht,posted Apr 25 2012 10:17AM
Last night when we got home from the “Granny Awards”, I had a chance to watch The Biggest Loser back on Tivo. It’s funny how Conda and Jeremy were so upset that the eliminated contestants would have a chance to get back into the final 3 and it worked out that Jeremy was the one to get back into the finale. I’m bummed that it worked out for him.
Now what happens? Kim has already lost so much weight—can she even win the finale since Conda and Jeremy have more to lose yet? I haven’t seen their percentages so if you have, please share. mmacht@yourQ102.com
I also thought it was funny that last night when The Biggest Loser Facebook page posted “Join Conda on NBC Live tonight!” they received over 1,000 comments—almost all of them in disgust about Conda and this season of the show in general. Funny they thought we’d want to chat with her when many people have stopped watching completely because of her. She certainly changed my interest in the show this season.
Have you heard how long the finale is going to be on Tuesday night? Some postings I’ve read say it’s only going to be 1 hour. If that’s the case, maybe NBC is feeling the heat and want to get it over with too.
I'm looking forward to tonight at MACCRAY East. The students are presenting "The Granny Awards" for their spring concert. The school year is flying by! It's almost time for class field trips and before we know it--summer vacation! Are you ready? Do you have anything planned already? We've never taken our kids to Duluth so we're planning a couple days there this summer.
It was a week ago when we saw two contestants quit The Biggest Loser because they were upset that eliminated contestants were coming back to compete for a spot in the finals. Tonight we get to see how it ends up. I hope someone who can do better than Conda gets into the finals. It would be a bad ending to a bad season if she won.
Friday by MaryElin Macht,posted Apr 20 2012 9:18AM
I can hear your cheers--it's Friday! I'm cheering with you and looking forward to a great weekend with family.
This weekend enjoy "Recycled Hits" on Q102 as we celebrate Earth Day by recycling hit songs from the 80's and 90's. You'll also have chances to call in and win earth friendly prizes from Willmar Municipal Utilities, Kandiyohi County Recycling and Q102.
Today is tornado drill day in MN as part of Severe Weather Awareness week. Remember at 1:45 pm today sirens will sound statewide so that you can practice your emergency plan. There will be a 2nd drill at 6:55 pm in participating counties so families and 2nd shift workers can practice emergency plans. We will make an announcement on-air at both times to remind you of why sirens are sounding.
Click HERE for more on today's tornado drill and tornado safety information.
Wasted by MaryElin Macht,posted Apr 18 2012 10:55AM
What a wasted opportunity.
Last night on The Biggest Loser, the final five contestants were upset when they learned that all the contestants that were sent home earlier were going to get to come back for a chance to make it onto the finale. The five threatened to quit the show.
NBC brought their lawyer for the show on to talk to them and remind them of the contract they signed. It sounds like it was clearly stated that something like this could/would happen and if they’ve watched previous seasons, a twist like this shouldn’t be a big surprise. Production of the show was shut down for a time, but they didn’t share with us how long this drama lasted. Was it a day or was it a longer period of time? From the amount of weight Kim lost, it almost seemed like it could have been a long time. She looks amazing!
Of the five who were upset, Buddy and Mark felt strongly enough about it and actually quit the show. Wasted opportunity! They both had a good chance to win the title of The Biggest Loser. The sad part is that their leaving allowed Conda to make it onto the finale. Boo. What do you think about their leaving? mmacht@yourQ102.com Click HERE to read what Ramon from last season had to say about it.
This has been my least favorite season thanks to Conda. I hope next season they cast people with way less drama.
I got to catch The Voice last night and enjoy that show too.
Today is my hubby’s birthday. Happy Birthday James!
Quit? by MaryElin Macht,posted Apr 17 2012 10:38AM
Tonight we find out if the final five quit The Biggest Loser. I wonder what made them so upset and I'm guessing Conda is somehow involved. Your thoughts? mmacht@yourQ102.com
i3@MTC by MaryElin Macht,posted Apr 13 2012 9:34AM
I'm looking forward to tomorrow (Saturday). I'm bringing our kids and my nieces to i3@MTC. It's at the MinnWest Technology Campus in Willmar and it's free and open to the public. Find out more about it HERE.
Nasty "C" word by MaryElin Macht,posted Apr 12 2012 9:46AM
The nasty "C" word has taken another loved one. Cancer. That nasty "C" word. Yesterday my Uncle passed away. He was diagnosed with cancer in late November. Today would have been his birthday. God bless you Uncle Keith.
We've got to continue to work to get rid of cancer. It continues to impact us all. That's why I'm involved with Relay For Life through the American Cancer Society. I'm fundraising to help research efforts, to help people living with cancer and more.
If you are interested in making a donation, you can click HERE to get to my fundraising page.
Thank you for your support and hopefully you can come be part of the Kandiyohi County Relay For Life event on Friday, July 20th - Saturday, July 21st at the Willmar Middle School Track. This year I'll be walking with my Uncle Keith on my mind and in my heart.
Anonymous by MaryElin Macht,posted Apr 10 2012 9:22AM
Three people have come forward to claim one of three tickets for the massive 656-million-dollar Mega Millions jackpot. Maryland Lottery Director Stephen Martino said the winning ticket was bought in the Baltimore County area. Martino said the winners, who have chosen to remain anonymous, are teachers. One is an administrative worker in education. One of the winners holds two jobs. Each will get about
35-million dollars. WOW!
The lawyer for Mirlande Wilson, who had made earlier claims to having the ticket, now says he doesn't know if Wilson is in fact the winner. He also says a McDonald's co-worker of Wilson's has filed a lawsuit against her. I'm guessing she lays low for quite a while.
Would you remain anonymous if you won a big lottery like this? Fill me in mmacht@yourQ102.com
You'd think that people would start to figure it out when you were spending money like you had money. I'd love to have the opportunity to share with my family and friends. I'd like to think that I'd be able to stay the same person I am now, but you hear stories of how that much money can really change people. I'm sure I'll never get to find out unless the lottery decides to give me a break. Ya, probably not happening.
Did you catch The Biggest Loser last night? They did it again. WOW! Check out the pictures HERE and you can even vote for the one you thought had the most amazing makeover. Kim is a size 6 now! Conda is a blonde now! I'd say Kim has had the most amazing transformation. Your thoughts? mmacht@yourQ102.com
On NBC's The Voice, MN gal Jordis Unga got saved by Blake Shelton. Close call. On Monday night, I thought Christina's outfit was more flattering on her than what she's worn earlier in the season. Last night she was back to not flattering. Who is helping her get dressed? Want to learn some interesting facts about Adam Levine? Click HERE to find out how old he was for his first kiss and more. I'm liking his shorter haircut.
I'm still addicted to Truffula Shuffula on my phone (refer back to my March 21st blog). I don't listen to the sounds when I play or it would drive me nuts. I'm trying to beat the record that James got--over 41,000! My best is around 31,500. I've shared the addiction with a dear friend who now texts me with her score updates. You go girl!
Ever notice the same people/cars on your way to work? I tend to pay attention and notice a pattern of who/what cars I see. Are they cars just passing by to you or do you notice? Sometimes I wonder about what they are on their way to do, what's going on in their lives, etc. Are you laughing at me right now? You can let me know. mmacht@yourQ102.com It makes the drive more interesting.
I'm so excited about Saturday, May 12th because we'll be able to enjoy the vocal talents of Nancy Harms. Nancy is a Clara City native and a MACCRAY graduate (I have a couple of years on her). She's living her dream and performing in New York. I'm impressed with her talent and her braveness to travel around the world and perform. She recently got back from Italy where she put on some vocal coaching workshops and performed. Go Nancy! Tickets are only $15 for Nancy Harms in "Double Bass, Double Voice". Don't miss you! Find out more concert details here.
