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
Five Places in the Area You Must Try When You Visit St. Cloud
It's that time of year again, family will be traveling in from out of town and it's going to be impossible for you to cook huge meals if they're here for an extended amount of time. Why not check out some of the area's best restaurants?
Precious Polly Waiting to Meet You at the Tri-County Humane Society [VIDEO]
I spent some time with Polly at the Tri-County Humane Society today! She's a bundle of energy!
My Top Five Favorite Christmas Songs for the Holiday Season [VIDEOS]
Now that we are in the midst of the holiday season, I'm in full Christmas music mode. I love most of the traditional Christmas songs and some of the more unique ones but I've made a list of my most favorite.
Dixie Chicks Add Second Show at Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
The Dixie Chicks' first show sold out in a matter of minutes. If you didn't get your tickets for that show, don't sweat it. They're adding another performance!
Five Totally Awesome Gifts for the Person in Your Life Who Loves St. Cloud
We all have those people in our life who love their hometown and collect all kinds of cool trinkets and memorabilia to show off their hometown pride. If you have a St. Cloud buff to buy for this year you may want to check out these awesome pieces of history!
My Top 5 Tips for Getting Through the Holiday Season With Your Sanity Intact [VIDEO]
There's no doubt about it, this time of the year can be crazy stressful. I mean there's so much to do -- cards to be sent, shopping, baking, cooking, wrapping and decorating. How in the world are you supposed to maintain your sanity through all this craziness?
Pet Patrol: Meet Bobbles and Butterscotch
Meet Bobbles and Butterscotch at the Tri-County Humane Society.
What Unique Foods Are Served at Your Thanksgiving Gathering?
When it comes to Thanksgiving dinner, my family doesn't stray from tradition.
Pet Patrol: Meet Koda at the Tri-County Humane Society
Meet Koda at the Tri-County Humane Society!
Top Five Things I’m Extremely Thankful for This Holiday Season
2015 has been one of the most interesting years of my entire life. There has been some loss, some lessons learned and some all around crazy moments! I would have to say I've never been more thankful for certain things than I am this year.
Which Part of the Thanksgiving Meal Can’t You Live Without? [POLL]
Thanksgiving is coming up on Thursday already and all I can think about is the delicious meal that's going to be served up. Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, pumpkin pie and so much more! I love the entire meal but there's one piece of it I cannot live without.