Hi! My name is Kari Jakobsen and I’m so happy to be in Central New York. I was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest (Go Seahawks) and went to college at Washington State University (Go Cougs)! I’m definitely a big football fan, but I’m really excited to go to more hockey games and check out the Utica Comets! I’m a music lover through and through, no matter the genre, but country is where my heart is. Some of my favorite artists are Brad Paisley, Dan + Shay and Jillian Jacqueline. Because I’m new to the area, I’m on the hunt for things to do, places to eat and bars to grab a drink. If you have any recommendations, feel free to give me a ring during your workday at Big Frog 104.
Kari
You Can Purchase Art Created by CNY Zoo Animals
The Rosamond Gifford Zoo's Art Gone Wild! Animal Art Auction is this Friday, November 22, and you have the chance to view the pieces all this week.
Chobani Bringing New Products to Supermarket Shelves
Upstate New York-based company Chobani is expanding its repertoire beyond just yogurt. The company is broadening its horizons to include the creamer and oat-based industries.
SpongeBob Will Host Syracuse’s Christmas Tree Lighting This Year
The kid (and millennial) in you will be excited about this. SpongeBob is making his way to Syracuse for the annual celebration and tree lighting in Clinton Square later this month.
New York Woman Finally Arrested For Making 24,000 Fake 911 Calls
Excuse me, what?! This lady called 911 an average of 100 times a day since June. Apparently she truly has nothing better to do than waste people's time.
Here Are the Top 10 Bars in Utica, According to Yelp
It's starting to get really cold outside, and nothing warms you up quite like an adult beverage. Well, a blanket or some fuzzy socks might do the trick, but where's the fun in that?
Stay Extra Warm This Winter with the Ugly Sweater 5Ks in CNY
Nothing will keep you warmer on this winter run than your ugliest sweater and the warmth and good cheer of the holiday season.
Onondaga North Rotary Honors Veterans with Stunning Flag Display
If you've driven past the Wegman's on Oswego Road in Liverpool recently, you've seen the amazing number of flags planted in the lawn to honor veterans around November 11.
NYS Trooper Celebrates First Birthday of Baby He Helped Deliver
Trooper Chan paid the family a visit this year for their daughter's first birthday. What's even more special is her name.
92-Year-Old Woman Finally Gets Her Wish of a High School Diploma
It's been a long time coming, but 92-year-old Midge finally got what she's been wanting for so many years.
Help Name The Red Panda Cubs at the Utica Zoo
The adorable red panda cubs are nearly four months old and its time to name them. Luckily, we have the chance to help decide their names.