Morning Announcements

Morning Announcements for Jan. 30

Coffee grounds in a pot
Salem Lutheran Church Dining Hall coffee maker, 77-year-old Jim Zieba, shows how he mixes a raw egg with coffee grounds to prepare the hall’s signature Swedish Coffee at the Minnesota State Fair. Here are the morning announcements for Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025.
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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.

"Happy 44th Birthday, KK! I love you and the family we’ve made together. Thank you for being my partner and Dada to Khloe and Isla. Love, Anne"

~ Anne, Edina

"Congratulations, Mom! Starting your master's in nursing is a huge accomplishment, and I know you’re going to do amazing."

~ Winnie, Minneapolis

"Dear Carrie: Wishing you a happy happy birthday today! Have a wonderful morning reading your book by the window with a cup of tea. All our love: Nettie, Anna and Rob"

~ Rob, St. Paul

Congratulations to Randy Furst on your retirement from the Star Tribune!

~ Cathy Wurzer

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