Morning Announcements

Morning Announcements for Aug. 5

Two people smile for a photograph.
Charli Banks (left) mother of MPR radio engineer Clifford Bentley, celebrates her 80th birthday Monday.
Courtesy of Clifford Bentley

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.

“The incomparable Charli Banks celebrates her birthday on August 5. She is a mom to a lucky few and was a "work mom" to a fortunate many during her years at MPR. Happy Birthday, Charli!”

~Baldwin Schrenkler-Wells, St. Paul

“My father's cousin Louann, a retired nurse in Minneapolis is celebrating a birthday Monday August 5. Happy day to all cousins!”

~Ann, South St. Paul

“My wife and son are travelling back from Peru after being gone for a month!! Can't Wait!”

~ Dale Bachmeier, Mendota Heights

“I have today off!”

~ Brett Haugen, Shoreview

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Listen for Morning Announcements weekdays around 8:55 a.m. on MPR News.