Morning Announcements

Morning Announcements for July 19

a woman and her two boys pose for a photo
Craig Helmstetter shares a memory of his beloved wife Kristin Peterson with her sons Bjorn and Anders at Lake Michigan, July 2019 in Chicago, Ill.
Courtesy of Craig Helmstetter

Tell us what you’re celebrating this week. Whether it's a milestone in your career, a family achievement, a community event, a birthday, or something good happening in your neighborhood, we want to hear your stories.

“Remembering Kristin Peterson — a beloved wife; a loving mom, daughter and sister; a much-loved friend and school psychologist; and an all-around "bucket-filler" — on the forth anniversary of her passing today. We love you Kristin!”

~ Craig Helmstetter of Golden Valley

“Julie Gugin just retired from the Minnesota Home Ownership Center!”

~ Stephanie Harr of St. Paul

“Happy 44th anniversary to Mark and Linda Nelson of Roseville from their loving son Kirk!”

~ Kirk Nelson of New Hope

“Happy 27th Anniversary to my amazing, talented, and very funny husband, Kris Brauninger. Love, Julie (the woman who agreed to marry you.)“

~ Julie Brauninger of St. Paul

“My oldest son Miguel Sanchez will be celebrating his 26th birthday on July 21st he will also be riding his bike for 2024 Ragbrai for the 5th time! Love mami Gina“

~ Gina of Edina

“Happy birthday to my partner Miguel! Miguel is an AVID listener to MPR and MPR news. Best way to send a birthday wish you ask?? Over the news of course!!! Love you and enjoy biking across the state of Iowa for your birthday Miguel!”

~ Lauren of Council Bluffs, Iowa

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