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
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With daylight saving time ending November 3, here are a couple of ways to make the transition to the darker and colder months a little smoother.
To-Die-For Treats at This Haunted Chocolate Shop in the Adirondacks
Everyone loves chocolate, right? Well, apparently spirits are no exception, especially when it comes to the spirit who lives in this chocolate shop in the Adirondacks.
Here’s the Top Trending Halloween Costume in New York
Pinterest compiled data of the top costume searches in states across the United States, as well as across the world. New York's top search was the same as the entire nation's top search and MAN, it is random.
Celebrate National New York Day With These Country Songs
It's always fun when you hear a reference to where you live in a song, and that's why we've compiled country songs that give a toast to some aspect of the great state of New York.
Syracuse Woman to Vie for Final Rose on Next Season of The Bachelor
Central New Yorkers have a hometown girl to cheer on during the next season of The Bachelor. The Syracuse woman will be vying for a final rose from Peter Weber.
How to Get Paid to Drink Coffee in CNY
You already do it on a daily basis. So why not get paid $1,000 for it? Business.org is looking for a caffeine-junky to ditch corporate coffee for a month and drink local.
Halloween Bar Crawls Coming to Upstate New York
With Halloween right around the corner, there's two bar crawls coming to Rochester and Syracuse that will be full of costumes, prizes, and of course, booze.
This May Be the Weirdest Fair Food Creation Yet
Let's get one thing straight: I'm one of the biggest fans of a good PB & J sandwich. Even at 21 years old, I have one almost every day for lunch. But I can't stomach this.
Hunt Ghosts at Sylvan Beach Before the End of the Season
There are only four more opportunities this year to tour the grounds with the CasperCops and hear the stories of the spirits that still roam the park after dark.
An Invention from Syracuse That Will (Hopefully) Keep Pee Off Toilet Seats
There's almost nothing worse than going into a public restroom and seeing pee all over the seat. But let's be honest: no one wants to touch the seat.
9 Country Songs to Jam to on National Tequila Day
Whether you're celebrating the holiday with margaritas, a tequila sunrise, or straight-up shots, today is the perfect day to let loose and listen to your favorite songs about the liquor.
NYC Police Pay For Woman’s Groceries
Shoutout to these New York police officers who went above and beyond for a woman in need.
Twins, Twins and MORE Twins at Norwich Graduation
If we're being honest, everyone looks the same in their graduation caps and oversized gowns. But that's never been more true than now because nine sets of twins graduated in the same class at Norwich High School this weekend, according to Spectrum News.
Cat Coalition Looking for Fosterers
There are kittens galore across central New York right now, and one local group has advice for shelters, volunteers and fostering families to manage this growing population of felines.