August 31

NEW PUNISHMENT:  Dave was watching the Simpson's when Marge threatened to erase the memory from Bart's X-Box. What other technology punishments or new ways to reprimand your kids are there?  Taking away the computer, the I-Pod, 4-wheeler are all new ways to get their attention.  We especially liked the idea of blocking their favorite channels on TV with the parental block.  

Early Morning Trivia

Q: During the depression, this industry hired 200,000 people and generated $225-million in profits.
A: Miniature Golf

August 29

TO FLY OR NOT TO FLY: A listener was looking for a little advice for an upcoming trip.  She agreed to travel with family members, but when she bought her plane ticket she didn't realize they would be returning on the 5th Anniversary of 9/11. Do you think it's safe to fly on that day?  Or is it even safer because of the day.  Dave has flown on 9/11, and many others called in with their opinions.  Final verdict - you must go on with life.

CABLE GUY:  Donna Hansen of West Point is going to see Larry the Cable Guy October 15 in Sioux City!  She won tickets in the 6th row...have a great time Donna.

Early Morning Trivia

Q: $4.3 billion was spent last year, and $4.2 billion has already been spent this year on this item in the United States
A: ATM Fees

August 28

WHO GETS TO DISCIPLINE THE KIDS?  A listener was at a friend's house watching pre-season football this weekend. Another guy brought his 2 1/2 year old daughter and she proceded to be a "wild child."  He says she was running around, poking him, spitting food out onto the furniture and being a little wild.  He said the father seemed to be embarrased, but didn't do anything to correct her.  He wanted to know what he should have said or done.  We took calls from other listeners with their opinions.  The general consensus was that the poor girl shouldn't have to sit in a room full of men for 3 hours watching a football game.

Early Morning Trivia

Q: Over 10% of men say they have never done this.
A: Laundry

August 25

BLAST SOME BEEF Lutheran High Northeast's annual Beef Blast is Sunday afternoon starting at 4 p.m. To celebrate - Dave decided he wanted to blast some beef. So Angie made a trek to HyVee East for some beef scraps and we proceded to launch them in our t-shirt slingshots! See the pictures in our Media Gallery.

NO MORE PLUTO? Yesterday's science ruling that Pluto isn't really a planet, means one less planet for school kids to learn, but also means changing those cute little sayings that help them remember. One of the old ways people learned the planet lineup and their order from the Sun was the phrase, "My Very Excellent Mother Just Sent Us Nine Pizzas." The first letters took care of Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. Now without Pluto, forget the pizzas. Among the phrases for remembering the new planet lineup: "My Very Extravagant Mother Just Sent Us Nachos." Apparently locally, some callers tell us they used to remember the planets as "My very elderly mother just shot up North Platte." Now North Platte will have to be replaced by Norfolk.

TRICK MY TRUCK A 1-hour special of Trick My Truck airs tonight on CMT. The guys from the Chrome Shop Mafia will be creating the ultimate tailgating truck!

Early Morning Trivia

Q: 37% of people surveyed say they believe in what?
A: Haunted Houses

August 24

MEOW: A judge in Pennsylvania heard the case between a 14-year old boy and his 78-year old neighbor lady.  The boy's family had to get rid of their pet cat because the lady says it continually used her garden as a litterbox.  Now the boy "meows" each time the lady comes out of her house.  Dave commented that the lady should just bark back - because dogs can always beat a cat.  But we heard otherwise...from cats attacking dogs to the 42 pound 4-year old kitty named Goliath. We can't wait to meet him!

TO SWIM OR NOT TO SWIM: A listener emailed us with a Labor Day dilemna.  Every year, she hosts a party at their home for all of her co-workers.  This summer they had a pool put in, and now doesn't know if she should have a "pool party." Some of the women at work have said they won't come because they don't want to wear a bathing suit.  What to do?  Our listeners came to the rescue with lots of ideas....including a swim up bar; sticking with the BBQ while inviting people to swim if they want to; and making it a family party and let the kids swim, making it easier for adults to get in with their kids if they want to.  

Early Morning Trivia

Q: A recent survey showed that women in this profession are more likely to use computer dating services.
A: Teachers

August 22

BUMPER STICKER PATROL: The new US 92 Bumper Stickers are out with great new coupons from the Norfolk Burger Kings!  Brian hit the road this morning and found Shawn just north of Pierce with a US 92 bumper sticker on his truck.  Shawn is now $100 richer!

WHO DO YOU LOOK LIKE?  Angie & Dave uploaded their pictures onto myheritage.com to see who they look like.  According to the facial scan, Angie looks like Sally Field and Kate Winslet, and Dave resembles Ricky Schroeder (from Silver Spoons) and model Marcus Schenkenberg.  Who do you look like?  Check us out and give us a call on Wednesday morning to tell us who you look like!

Early Morning Trivia

Q: According to Careerbuilder.com, 46% of people say they have done this since they've started their current job.
A: Gained weight

August 21

THE REVIVAL OF MR. I - The indestructible microphone will be making a return to the airwaves - and Dave wants to do it with a BANG.  Listeners called in with their suggestions of demise for poor Mr. I - including a sileage chopper and drop from an airplane.  Maybe even a trip down a gopher hole with the Rodenator.

DREAM TOUR - Peter Hoogenboom is riding through all 48 contiguous states to promote Diabetes Awareness.  Nebraska is number 40.  He arrived in Norfolk yesterday and today is a rest day, he will be sharing his stories tonight from 6:30-8:00 at Faith Regional Health Services, Medical Office West (just west of the main hospital.)  Check out his website www.thedreamtour.org for pictures from around the country.

T-SHIRT QUILT - Check out list of t-shirts that we still need for the St. Jude t-shirt quilt.  Once we get them all, it'll be time for the community quilting bee!

Early Morning Trivia

Q: According to Careerbuilder.com, 46% of people say they have done this since they've started their current job.
A: NO CORRECT ANSWER - HELD OVER TILL TOMORROW

August 18

DAVE THE SCIENCE GUY: It's back to school time and Dave brought his science homework to the air. The Diet Coke & Mentos experiment has made it's rounds on the internet, and even to Myth Busters on the Discovery Channel. With 3 Mentos the Diet Coke shot out of the 2 liter bottle up 12 feet. Oddly enough, the more Mentos did not mean the higher the Diet Coke. Check out all the pictures that Lydee Jo took to document the experiment in our Media Gallery.

Early Morning Trivia

Q: 90 years ago, 21 people died when they were overcome by this...
A: Molasses

August 17

LOVE COURT:  We received a letter from a listener concerned about her best friend's upcoming wedding.  Her friend has been dating a man for 3 years, and they are scheduled to get married next summer.  He comes from a wealthy family, and has asked to her to sign a pre-nuptial agreement...but there are some clauses that the friend is worried about.  It says if she gains 25 pounds or more, if they would happen to divorce, she would not be eligible for a large portion of his wealth.  She's not worried this, because she's in great shape and he is definitely the one!

We took many many calls from both men and women who think this guy is a little demanding and materialistic.  Not many suggested that she actually sign it.  And wondered where pregnancy plays into effect.  Those that did - said she needed to put some extra clauses in saying he couldn't gain 25 pounds either.

Early Morning Trivia

Q: According to Glamour Magazine, 64% of women say men with these are a turn off.
A: Manicures

August 16

ELVIS TRIBUTE

Today is the anniversary of Elvis' alleged death. To mark the occassion, Angie fired up the Canham Maytag Glasstop Oven to make Elvis Gooey Butter Cakes. Lots of powdered sugar, cream cheese, butter, bananas and peanut - YUMMY!

Dave challenged Jason to a Elvis' eating contest - with the looser buying lunch! The first to consume 1/2 cup of peanut butter and 2 bananas was named the winner. It was quite the race, with Jason pulling ahead in the end. We'll see how they both feel later on - not sure who will actually want to go to lunch. Check out the action on the Media Gallery.

BACK TO SCHOOL

It was the first day of classes for many kids in the area today. Dave shared two stories - one for the parents and one for teachers - that mark this great day. Check out "Starting Kindergarten" and "21st Century Teach Applicant" under the Things You've Heard link to the right.

Once the kids were on their way to school, we gave away prizes for the parents still at home. Tickets to the Wine & Blues Festival at Cuthills Vineyard this weekend went to Jennifer for guessing that Angie had Tylenol in her purse. Tyler won a chance to meet Trent Tomlinson Saturday at the Stanton County Fair.

Early Morning Trivia

Q: There are 6.8 million of these in the United States. What/who are they?
A: School Teachers

August 15

WHAT DOES A SURVEY PROVE?  Women's preferences ended up being the topic of the morning.  Starting off with the Early Morning Trivia Question (see below.)   A survey shows that women will be instantly happier if they put on perfume. Some of the guesses ranged from buying jewelry to send flowers (Angie likes all these options.)  Dave seemed to think that this would be his saving grace - just walk around with a bottle of perfume to keep his wife happy.  

But then....a survey by the women's TV channel Oxygen found that 3 out of 4 women would choose a plasma TV over a diamond ring.  David says the television is more practical, Angie says go for the diamond - it'll still be worth its money down the road.  A flash poll by the women we know and love, our listeners, found that 6 out of 8 women would take the diamond!

Early Morning Trivia

Q: A recent survey shows that doing this immediately puts a woman in a good mood.
A: Putting on perfume

August 14

LIGHTNING DOES THE WORK:  It was quite the weekend here at US 92.  Friday night's storms produced lots of lightning in downtown Norfolk - including a direct hit to our station.  Computers, phone systems, and our ability to listen live on the internet were the victims of the storm.  So, our morning calls included putting a microphone up to the speaker phone and taking requests that way.  Hopefully, later this week, we will be back up to full force!

THEY'VE SET A DATE:  Not a wedding date, but the date for the Big Rig to make it's way to Joplin, Missouri to get all decked out by the Chrome Shop Mafia.  Brian from 4 State Trucking filled us in on the plans for the truck (including ground effect lighting.)  We'll keep you up to date as progress happens...keep watching the Morning Show Media Gallery to the for pictures!

Early Morning Trivia

Q: A recent survey shows that doing this immediately puts a woman in a good mood.
A: We couldn't take answers because the phone system was down. Tune in tomorrow morning with your answer!

August 8

CUSTOM HOOD:  Dave is headed to Omaha today to pick up the custom hood for the Big Rig.  Angie doesn't know what this means, but Dave explains it'll be really cool.  We'll see....

I'M A PEPPER:  Remember that jingle from the 70's.  With an effort to get it stuck in your head...Dave played it over and over.

Early Morning Trivia

Q: According to Entertainment Weekly, this is the most quoted movie of al times.
A: Caddyshack

August 7

A LETTER TO A MOM: Dave shared a letter that a mother read on her son's website.  Click here to see it.  

WHITE LIE CAKE:  Ever felt like God was looking out for you?  Check out this story.

GET GRANNY ON THE PHONE:  Kathy from Norfolk convinced her Grandma Phyllis to say oatmeal in :31 seconds!  That means she'll be joining us at the Pelican Point Music Bash this weekend!

Early Morning Trivia

Q: The world's first one of these opened in Naples, Italy in 1830, but the first one in America didn't open until 1905.
A: Pizza Parlor

August 4

HONORING A FALLEN SOLDIER: In memory of Sgt. Josh Ford of the 189th Transportation Company, you are invited to send us your memories or well wishes that we can pass along to his family.  To see pictures of Josh and his friends in Iraq, click here.  

Early Morning Trivia

Q: In a survey of pregnant women, this is the biggest craving that pregnant women have.
A: Nachos

August 3

TRIP TO THE ZOO - Dave and his wife took their son Dylan to Zoo Nebraska on Wednesday. Being a 2 year old, Dylan was enthralled with the miniature donkeys. That is...until they started making loud noises that scared Dylan. So, the rest of the zoo trip required a 50' distance from all animals.

SHOWTUNE TRIVIA - Do you know your television theme songs? We played for a pair of tickets to Cowboy Crush at the Antelope County Fair. Colleen was the one who knew the songs the best. See you at the show!

NORFOLK CLASSIC - This weekend, Norfolk will host the Norfolk Classic with a Saturday bike race that begins at 25th & Omaha Avenue. The Sunday criterium will race through downtown Norfolk. Dan Spray and John Downey of the Elkhorn Valley Cycling Club joined us on air to let everyone know about this great event. If you need more information, or want to register visit www.nencycling.org for more information.

Early Morning Trivia

Q: There are only 2 states that have never had a record high temperature over 100 degrees. Alaska is one, what is the other?
A: Hawaii

August 2

FALLEN SOLDIER -  Joshua Ford of Pender was killed Monday in Iraq.  He is a member of the 189th Transportation Company.  Another 189th member was injured and has been taken to Germany for recovery.  We spent the morning with dedications to Josh and all the members of the 189th.  If you were a friend of Josh, his family would love to hear from you. Please give them a call to share your memories.

MILITARY MORNING - We want to pay tribute to all the military that are serving away from home.  Next Wednesday the entire morning will be dedicated to soldiers.  If you have someone serving, the them know that they can now listen to US 92 on line.

BISCOTTI BAKIN' - Angie fired up the Canham Maytag Glasstop Oven to make David homemade biscotti.  Yummy!  Try out the recipe and let us know what you think.

Early Morning Trivia

Q: Johnny Carson, Michael Douglas, Clint Eastwood and Dave from US 92 all had this job before they became famous.
A: Gas Station Attendent

August 1

Early Morning Trivia

Q: What did President John Quincy Adams keep at the White House to scare his guests?
A: An alligator