Laura McKenna
The Workday with Laura McKenna
Laura McKenna grew up in Ohio and got her first job in radio in La Crosse in 2005. She packed up her stuff, made the move, and has been in Wisconsin ever since! Her favorite season is winter but she loves to spend all summer in her vegetable garden. When she isn't in her pink kitchen cooking up vegetarian recipes, more than likely she's taking bubble baths, reading mystery novels (sometimes while in a bubble bath), cheering for THEE Ohio State Buckeyes, or officiating weddings! She married her best friend from college last year but they still don't live in the same house yet. Laura's favorite way to spend a Friday night is watching Dateline with her cat (Phil Dawson) on her lap. She's thrilled to be keeping you company during the workday!
Laura McKenna grew up in Ohio and got her first job in radio in La Crosse in 2005. She packed up her stuff, made the move, and has been in Wisconsin ever since! Her favorite season is winter but she loves to spend all summer in her vegetable garden. When she isn't in her pink kitchen cooking up vegetarian recipes, more than likely she's taking bubble baths, reading mystery novels (sometimes while in a bubble bath), cheering for THEE Ohio State Buckeyes, or officiating weddings! She married her best friend from college last year but they still don't live in the same house yet. Laura's favorite way to spend a Friday night is watching Dateline with her cat (Phil Dawson) on her lap. She's thrilled to be keeping you company during the workday!
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5.13.2026
NFL International Games for the 2026 Season
Week 1: Los Angeles Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers Week 3: Dallas Cowboys vs. Baltimore Ravens Week 4: Washington Commanders vs. Indianapolis Colts Week 5: Philadelphia Eagles vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Week 6: Houston Texans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Week 7: New Orleans Saints vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Week 9: Cincinnati Bengals vs. Atlanta Falcons Week 10: Detroit […]
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05.13.26
NFL International Games for the 2026 Season
Week 1: Los Angeles Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers Week 3: Dallas Cowboys vs. Baltimore Ravens Week 4: Washington Commanders vs. Indianapolis Colts Week 5: Philadelphia Eagles vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Week 6: Houston Texans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Week 7: New Orleans Saints vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Week 9: Cincinnati Bengals vs. Atlanta Falcons Week 10: Detroit […]
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05.13.26
Know Before You Go: Luke Combs at Lambeau
IT’S A CASHLESS CONCERT Attendees are reminded that all concession and merchandise locations are cashless. Fans should plan ahead to bring credit/debit cards or use contactless payment solutions. A cash-to-card conversion station is available in the Atrium for those who do not use credit/debit cards. PARKINGThe Lambeau Field parking lots on both days (May 15th & 16th) […]
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05.11.26
Movie Monday: Another great movie and here comes another lawsuit.
Now that the It Ends With Us Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni dueling lawsuits have settled, I thought we’d catch a break from movie set drama. But….. Here comes another. This time Ben Affleck and Matt Damon are involved. They’re not suing each other, though. Instead, because their movie The Rip (2026) was advertised as […]
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05.06.26
In The Kitchen with Laura Mckenna: Iced Coffee Trick
There’s nothing better on a warm day than a big iced coffee! The problem is once the ice starts melting, your coffee gets watered down. I have a solution I’ve been doing for years: Make Coffee Cubes I usually brew a full pot of coffee, drink a few hot cups, and then save the rest […]
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05.04.26
Movie Monday: Who is Meeting the Fockers now?
If you’re a fan of Ariana Grande and the Meet The Fockers movie franchise, your dreams are about to come true because Focker-In-Law comes out in November! Ariana Grande will make her debut marrying into the Focker family. You know you’ll get some good laughs with this one! This will also be Ben Stiller and Skyler […]
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04.30.26
Credit Card Scam- What to look for on your statement
Man, scammers have all kinds of tricks up their sleeves. So here’s the latest thing to watch out for because it just happened to my mom this week! Like myself, she is super diligent about looking over every statement that arrives each month. This time, it really paid off! She opened up her credit card […]
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04.27.26
Movie Review: The Whole Truth
I love getting movie recommendations from you and this one came in from Linda… The Whole Truth sounds right up my alley! A legal thriller/drama starring Keanu Reeves and Renee Zellweger. Looks like it came out in 2016. How could I have missed this one? “A defense attorney works to get his teenage client acquitted […]
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04.23.26
We’ve added to the family!
You can read about the new babies in Laura McKenna’s family HERE or let her tell you the story (complete with pictures of the two cuties)…. Want to get in touch with Laura? She would love to hear from you!Email anytime: [email protected] tune in weekdays starting at 10am to St. Croix Country & WCFW!
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04.22.26
Earth Day Tips & Tricks to save Mother Nature and save you money with Laura McKenna!
Water Plants With Dehumidifier WaterIn the spring and summer, my water bill goes crazy!! I don’t know why it’s taken me this many years to discover that I can save the water from the dehumidifier and water my outdoor plants all spring and summer! I love planting petunias in pots all around my front porch […]
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04.20.26
Movie Monday: Look-A-Like Day
Have you ever been told you like “that guy” in that “that one movie”? Or could a certain actress be your twin? Share your movie look-a-likes with me! I was born in 1983 and the Poltergeist movies were all the rage in the ’80s. So little Laura McKenna was apparently a slumber party favorite when […]
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04.17.26
Does marriage keep you cancer free?
We are just on the cusp of the big wedding season as we head into May. But who knew that marriages weren’t just good for your heart and soul but also good for your entire body? A recent study just examined a link between marriage and developing cancer. Their findings showed adults who have never […]
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04.13.26
Movie Monday: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is now the highest grossing movie of the year- bringing in a combined $629 million globally in just two weekends. Here in the US, it finished #1 again with another $69 million. But is it as good as all the hype? Jeff from Osseo thinks so! Thanks for using that […]
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04.07.26
Recall Alert: Granitestone Diamond Pro Blue stainless steel sauté pans
Check your cupboards: There’s a recall involving pans sold as part of a two-piece set, with one measuring 10 inches and the other measuring 11.5 inches. The UPC number is 0-80313-08131-6. The Granitestone Diamond Pro Blue stainless steel sauté pans were sold at Costco, Amazon, and Walmart (and their online affiliates) between August 2021 until February […]
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04.06.26
Movie Review: Crime 101
If you’re looking for a great heist movie, I think you’ll love Crime 101! The performances by Halle Berry, Chris Hemsworth, and Mark Ruffalo were fantastic. And if you watched The Banshees of Inisherin (2022), Barry Keoghan plays a totally different character in Crime 101 (2026). And he’s really, really good, too! In fact, when […]
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04.03.26
In The Kitchen with Laura McKenna: Dyeing Easter Eggs…Naturally
When I think of Easter Eggs, I think of egg salads sandwiches (and now I want to eat one!) So I think it’s really important to know what you’re dyeing those eggs with because what seeps into the shell can seep into the egg itself. And who wants to feed extra chemicals to their family? […]
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03.30.26
Movie Monday: Jamie Lee Curtis
Big news for big fans of the original Murder, She Wrote TV show that ran for 12 seasons starting in 1984- you’re getting a movie reboot! The iconic crime writer and amateur sleuth, Jessica Fletcher, was originally played by Angela Lansbury in the long running series. Now, Jamie Lee Curtis will play the role in […]
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03.25.26
In The Kitchen with Laura McKenna: Creamy Sweet Potato Spinach and Bean Soup Recipe
Try making Laura McKenna’s Favorite Creamy Sweet Potato Spinach & Bean Soup. Even the pickiest of eaters will be asking for a second bowl. It’s both savory and sweet and deliciously filling! WHAT YOU’LL NEED:-a few TBSP of olive oil-1 large onion*, diced small-entire bulb of garlic, peeled and finely diced-1 jalapeno pepper, finely diced […]
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03.23.26
Movie Review: Roofman
I’m going to start out by saying that I love Channing Tatum, so I’m completely biased. COMPLETELY. That being said, aside from my admiration, he is a really good actor. And don’t scoff at that…. he is! He has range. He can ham it up in slapstick comedy movies like 21 Jump Street (2012), dance […]
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03.18.26
Have a tax question and want a real person to talk to?
Doing your taxes should not be as confusing as it is but here we are! Ever wish you could just ask a quick question to a real person and not some stupid AI chatbot that doesn’t even come close to giving you what you’re looking for? Problem solved! There are local places called Taxpayer Assistance […]
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03.17.26
In The Kitchen with Laura Mckenna Recipe: Drunken Irish Cupcakes
Cupcake Ingredients-1 cup Guinness beer (what you do with the rest of the bottle is up to you!)-1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature-3/4 cup processed cocoa-2 cups flour-2 cups sugar-1 1/2 tsp baking soda -3/4 tsp salt-2 eggs-2/3 cup sour cream Ganache Filling Ingredients-8 oz. bittersweet chocolate-2/3 cup heavy whipping cream-2 TBSP butter, at room […]
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03.16.26
Movie Monday: I love being sooooo wrong about this Oscar win!
I was so excited to hear that my girl, Amy Madigan, got an Oscar nomination this year. Much to my surprise, she actually won last night for BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS! First, the show started way earlier than I thought it would so I missed the category entirely! But imagine my shock to find out that […]
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03.10.26
Laura McKenna Book Club: The Power Couple
I picked this book off the shelf without knowing anything about it- I just literally judged a book by its cover. I thought this one looked interesting and with only a few chapters left, the cover did not lead me astray. I can’t put it down. If you’re looking for a good thriller with some […]
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03.09.26
Movie Monday: Oscar winning actress teams up with James Patterson for a new legal thriller novel
I love a good book. Even better when a great book gets turned into a really good movie. It doesn’t always happen. Usually the book is always so much better than the movie but I can think of a few that really did it well: Water For Elephants. Gone Girl. The Shawshank Redemption. The Green […]
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03.06.26
Recall Alert: How to check for recalls on your vehicle
With the recently announced recall of more than 600-thousand Ford vehicles (like the Explorer, Escape, Corsair, and Aviators) for windshield wiper motor issues, how can you easily find out if your vehicle has a problem under recall? Simply go to www.NHTSA.gov and enter the make and model of your vehicle and if there is a […]
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03.02.26
The return of the 90s/00s horror- from Scream to Scary Movie
The very first Scream movie came out in 1996 and four years later Scary Movie (2000) spoofed it. Scream 7 (2026) just opened with a franchise best $64 million domestically and about $97 million globally. It becomes one of the biggest openings of the year. Now, Anna Faris and Regina Hall are back for the […]
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02.27.26
In The Kitchen with Laura McKenna: Heart Healthy February Food of the Day
February is HEART HEALTH MONTH and every weekday from now until the end of the month, Laura McKenna is bringing you one simple food that’s easy to find in your favorite grocery store and even easier to incorporate in your diet. If you eat more of these foods, your heart will thank you! February 27th: […]
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02.16.26
Movie Review: We Live In Time
This doesn’t happen all the time but every once in awhile I will break the norm by watching a movie outside my typical crime/thriller/horror/courtroom drama. We Live In Time (2024) was sooooooo good. And so worth the change of pace. I don’t want to spoil anything about this Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh movie because […]
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02.05.26
In The Kitchen with Laura McKenna: Big Game Garbage Trick
This is a trick that will work every time you host a party at your home- whether that be for the big game on Sunday or a holiday gathering. It never fails at every party- before you know it, the trash is overflowing. So take a few minutes pre-party to save a ton of time […]
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02.02.26
Movie Monday: I’m not the only one…
I have two movie reviews to share with you on this Movie Monday but they really do go hand in hand. First, the movie I watched over the weekend: Final Destination: Bloodlines As a big fan of the very first Final Destination (2000) and the logging truck scene from Final Destination 2 (2003), I set […]
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01.27.26
In The Kitchen with Laura McKenna: Glass or Metal Pans- which is better for baking?
For me, I prefer a metal pan for my cakes and a glass pan for my brownies but I really couldn’t put my finger on why. Then I found this great video and it makes total sense! Want to share your favorite recipe? Email anytime, Laura would love to hear from you: [email protected] tune in weekdays […]
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01.26.26
Movie Monday: One of my favorite Scream Queens gets romantic…
It’s no surprise that I love a good suspense movie- be that a thriller, a horror movie, or a courtroom drama. Bring it on and put them all on my Must Watch Movie List. So I’ve come to really like actress Maika Monroe. If I see her billed on the casting list, I know it’ll […]
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01.22.26
If you love Dateline like I do, here’s another True Crime series you’ll binge through…
You know my favorite thing to do on a Friday night is watch Dateline (especially if my man, Keith Morrison, is the host). But what to watch every other day of the week? I found something that fits the bill! If you like True Crime shows, too: Check out CABIN IN THE WOODS. I’ve already […]
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01.15.26
In The Kitchen with Laura McKenna: Laura’s Favorite Buffalo Chex Mix
If you’d like to spice up the party with some Buffalo Chex Mix, no need to use any recipe but this one. It’s soooooooooo good! When I was home in Ohio for the holidays, my aunt made some for my Dad and I. We DEVOURED it! I had to have the recipe. She shared the […]
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01.12.26
Movie Monday: The 83rd Annual Golden Globe Winning Movies
Last night the 83rd Annual Golden Globes were held and like many years, a few movies cleaned house! One Battle After Another, Hamnet, The Secret Agent, and KPop Demon Hunters were among the top winners. Motion Picture, Drama: Hamnet Female Actor in a Motion Picture, Drama: Jessie Buckley, Hamnet Best Director: Paul Thomas Anderson, One […]
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01.06.26
In The Kitchen with Laura McKenna: “Where Ya BEAN All My Life Dip” Recipe
Mix all ingredients in a small crock pot and melt down to a creamy consistency. Serve with tortilla chips. WHAT YOU’LL NEED:-1 block of cream cheese (regular, not low fat)-1/2 can black beans, rinsed & drained-1/2 can pinto beans, rinsed & drained-1/2 can kidney beans, rinsed & drained-1 can of diced tomatoes, juice and all* […]
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01.05.26
Movie Monday: My most anticipated movie of the year
I cannot wait for this. You know that when I’m at home, I have Court TV on my television non-stop (except for the occasional break for Friday Night Dateline and football), so I watched both of Karen Read’s trials. There were two in total, counting the retrial which just wrapped up this summer. Currently there […]
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