Hi! I grew up in Pittsburgh, (yep – I'm a Steelers fan, but I've warmed up to the Vikings) and I graduated from Point Park University in 2012. I do have a broadcast degree. I've been part of Y108 and 100.7 Star in Pittsburgh, Studstill Media in Illinois, and now I'm in Rochester! My husband and I enjoy Rochester’s craft beers and wine, movies, live shows, hiking, and it's city/country balance. You can't find anywhere else like it! I have a cat named Pantera too – an adorable, long-haired black cat with green eyes! If you want to talk cats (or any animal really), hiking, movies, concerts, or pizza, I'm your girl!
Val
Does Minnesota Have Its Own ‘Nessie’ In Lake Pepin?
We've heard a lot of myths about "Nessie", the famous "Loch Ness Monster" in Scotland - but does Minnesota have it's own "Nessie" in Rochester's backyard?
Watch This Rochester Music Video Filmed At A Quarry
Who knew Rochester could make an amazing backdrop for a sweet music video?
How To Protect Your SE Minnesota Place Of Worship From Violence
The Freeborn County Sheriff's Office is leading a class that will teach you how to defend yourself, and your church, from acts of violence.
5 ‘Self-Care’ Steps To Take In Rochester
We hear a lot about "self-care", but what exactly is it? Can we practice it in Rochester?
The Minnesota ‘Queer Eye’ Connection You Won’t ‘Believe’
Can you believe!? One of the guys in the Netflix revised Queer Eye has some serious roots in Minnesota!
Val: What I’ve Learned After Two Years In Rochester
On July 26th, 2016, I packed up my cat and some "small boxes" (which may or may not have contained twenty pairs of shows) and made the five-hour drive for Rochester, Minnesota.
The 3 Closest Dog-Friendly Beaches To Rochester
We may not always think "beach" when we think Minnesota, but think about it... we do have 90,000 miles of shoreline! That's way more than California, Florida and Hawaii combined!
5 Cool Things Rochester Crafters Are Selling On Etsy
You're not alone if you have an addiction to Etsy. I do too!
Rochester’s Favorite Rapper To Release First Book
She donned fake glasses for the occasion to look more "credible", but we all know she's going to be a beast at this!
Scary Traffic Incident Prompts Warning From Rochester Bicyclist
If you were involved, you'd be shaken up too.