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
Lilly at the Tri-County Humane Society is Looking for a Good Home with a Pal to Pet Her [VIDEO]
I spent some time with Lilly at the Tri-County Humane Society this morning. She's a little sweetheart!
Minneapolis Has a New Parking Meter App That I Think Would Be Awesome for St. Cloud [VIDEO]
Parking meters are pretty much the bane of my existence but I think this app could go a long way in helping me like them a little better.
Minnesota’s Top Ten Natural Wonders
Minnesota is full of beauty and the fine folks over at Only in Your State realize that as well. They put together a list of the top ten natural wonders our state has to offer.
St. Cloud’s Val’s Hamburgers Becomes Model Railroad Building
Model train builders/collectors and St. Cloud enthusiasts are going to love this!
Ten Ridiculous Things That Drive Me Crazy About St. Cloud
I love St. Cloud, it's been a big part of my life for as long as I can remember. I've lived here, worked here, shopped here, partied here. You name it and I've probably done it here in St. Cloud. While I love this town, there are a few things about it that are like my little brothers -- they drive me crazy!!
‘Ghost In The House’ Makes Me Want to Sleep With the Lights On [VIDEO]
In the spirit of Halloween, Ashli and I have been telling your ghost stories in our fort, which we call the 98.1 Graveyard. Today's will scare you no doubt as it comes from just down 94 in Clearwater. Bill, you're a brave man!
Modern Day Hansel and Gretel Witch Freaks Me Out [VIDEO]
Have you seen this story?? I'll bet you'll be as weirded out as I am!
Pet Patrol: Meet Oreo and Bell at St. Cloud’s Tri-County Humane Society
Meet Oreo and Bell at the Tri-County Humane Society.
‘The Night I Stopped in the Cemetery’ Sent Chills Down My Spine [VIDEO]
Ashli and I ditched out on work once again to hang out in our fort a.k.a. the 98.1 graveyard so we could read some of the ghost stories you submitted to us. This particular one comes from Rachel in Sauk Rapids.
Minnesota College Student Develops Smartwatch App to Help Veterans [VIDEO]
This is pretty cool!
Monticello and Buffalo to Participate in Study to Promote Health and Happiness [VIDEO]
There's some pretty interesting stuff going on in my neck of the woods.
Opal Wants a Family and Out of Her Kennel at Tri-County Humane Society [VIDEO]
I spent some time with Opal at the Tri-County Humane Society today and I just love her! I think you will too!