I'm Katie, the quirky midday host on 98 Country. I am one of those people that will never truly decide what I want to do in life...maybe I will just try a little bit of everything. After getting bored with my finance degree from St. Cloud State, I decided to go back for radio. I love country music but I can't sing to save my life...trust me. So, I decided on radio and here I am. I have spent the better part of my life in Central Minnesota and I absolutely love it here...but only in the summer. I really enjoy being able to wear flip flops and having outdoor parties...two things I'm uncomfortable doing in the winter. I am a huge animal lover which is why I have 2 dogs, 4 cats, a rabbit, two ducks, a rooster, 2 cows, 2 horses, 5 pygmy goats and 3 miniature donkeys with another one on the way. If I had my choice I would bring my Golden Retriever, Kaycee, with me everywhere. I am addicted to the television show Criminal Minds--I watch every new episode and even the reruns. I love reading just about everything but history, politics and current affairs are what I am most interested in. Anything else you want to know, tune in to the morning show or send me an email.
Katie Kartak
Rochester Named ‘Livability’s’ Best Town in America to Live In for 2016
Man, Minnesota is awesome!
Monticello One of the Minnesota Towns With the Most Ashley Madison Accounts
Well, this might be a little awkward at the next neighborhood get together!
Roland is on the Prowl for a New Hunting Buddy [VIDEO]
Roland is one sweet dog!
If You Could Only One Food for the Rest of Your Life, What Would It Be? [POLL]
Now this would be a rather difficult decision to make!
Cat Discovers Water Balloons and What Happens Next is Hilarious [VIDEO]
I've never seen a cat play with water balloons before now but I never imagined it would be this cute!
What is the Best Central Minnesota Park to Go Exploring?
Now that it's getting cooler out and the fall colors will be making an appearance, it's time to do some real exploring. I just need a good recommendation on where to go.
Grand Marais Tops Yahoo’s List of Best Small Towns in America
We have many awesome small towns all across Minnesota and apparently Yahoo! Travel thinks at least one of ours rocks!
Little Kid Has Hilarious Reaction to Garage Door Opening [VIDEO]
Oh, the things that amuse little kids!
Last Surviving Ground Zero Canine Hero Gets Amazing 16th Birthday Party [VIDEO]
This will warm your heart!
Pet Patrol: Meet Hal and Lexi
Meet Hal and Lexi at the Tri- County Humane Society.
What Was Your Favorite Takeout Food in College? [POLL]
Most, if not all, universities are back in session which means takeout places are probably seeing an upswing in business from college kids. This got me thinking about some of the best places to get food when I was in college.
Central Minnesota Photographer Creates Beautiful Time Lapse Video of Minneapolis [WATCH]
I'll bet you've never seen anything quite like this before!