<rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Bob's Blog</title><link>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/home.aspx</link><description>We hear about Bob, how come we never hear from Bob? Well here's your chance to find out just what is on Bob's mind. All the way from his own musical memories, to the random thing that pops into his mind at 3am.</description><language>en-us</language><copyright>Copyright 2010, WRTB-FM</copyright><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:40:17 GMT</pubDate><lastBuildDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 21:09:47 GMT</lastBuildDate><ttl>1</ttl><generator>http://emmisinteractive.com</generator><item><title>Congrats from Bob and Weird Al </title><description>The BOB SQUAD was out in the BOBmobile (provided by&amp;nbsp;Chris, Roger and our&amp;nbsp;friends at Bryden Motors) dishing out Weird Al tickets. We bring the fun to you. Doesn't that make the other stations seem kinda lazy? Congrats to Heidi Garner (pictured) who got front row tickets and back stage passes!</description><link>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10136880</link><author>tellbob@953bobfm.com (Bob)</author><guid>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10136880</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 21:09:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Bobness abides</title><description>Here's some more inspiring people who were awarded for their "Random Acts Of BOBness". Even though they probably would not want anything in return, Panera Bread is setting them up with a $25 gift card. Bob Appetite!
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Jerry was nominated by Sheila around St. Patty Day:
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"For years Jerry has dressed up as a leprechaun and visited businesses on St Patrick's Day handing out green carnations. Yesterday I accompanied him at Milestone (which he has also done for several years) where he brought 15 dozen cookies for the residents! Jerry does all of these things completely volunteer and almost invisible".
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Ady was nominated by her&amp;nbsp;son Patrick:
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&amp;#8220;Aside from leading an exodus from halfway around the world (if you would like to hear about that, let me know. It is a terribly interesting, and long story), my mother engages in random acts of kindness on a daily ...</description><link>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10126459</link><author>tellbob@953bobfm.com (Bob)</author><guid>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10126459</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:25:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>"Down Under" band down 5% </title><description>From Popeater.com:
A judge ordered Australian band Men at Work on Tuesday to hand over a portion of the royalties from their 1980s hit 'Down Under,' after previously ruling its distinctive flute riff was copied from a children's campfire song. Read more
</description><link>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10125477</link><author>tellbob@953bobfm.com (Bob)</author><guid>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10125477</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:45:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Listening in England</title><description>Sometimes I get an e-mail that just amazes me.&amp;nbsp;We live in a time when you can listen to most stations anywhere in the world including mine. Here's an example:

&amp;nbsp;"Hi Bob, just thought I would drop you a line to say that you play some fantastic tunes and so much so I listen to your show all the way from the U.K. I am even visiting your great town in September this year. Keep up the good work. Nadine"


From: Nadine Lynne Harvey


</description><link>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10123779</link><author>tellbob@953bobfm.com (Bob)</author><guid>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10123779</guid><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2010 17:04:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>More Random Acts</title><description>It's a kind world out there! 
Sue Fagan was nominated for a "Random Act Of BOBness" because: "(She)gave me and my kids rides to places when my car was broke"
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Pat Morrison was also given the nod for "Besides bringing me tea in the morning my husband tackled something he's never done before -plumbing-with success. He installed a new faucet and garbage disposal in our kitchen saving us a lot of money."
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Sue and Pat both received $25 gift cards to Panera bread for making the world a little nicer.
</description><link>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10115662</link><author>tellbob@953bobfm.com (Bob)</author><guid>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10115662</guid><pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:08:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Betty White Rulez</title><description>Betty White made SNL&amp;nbsp;more fun to watch than I've seen in years! What other shows could she help?&amp;nbsp;
</description><link>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10112543</link><author>tellbob@953bobfm.com (Bob)</author><guid>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10112543</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2010 22:29:19 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>An Act Of Bobness </title><description>Congrats and a salute goes out to Dave Heckelsmiller who was nominated by Cindy for the following Random Act of BOBness: 
"Scraped my car windows so I didn't have to do it at 10:00 at night in the dark". For that Dave gets a $25 gift card from Panera Bread. 
If somebody does a good deed for you, nominate them. Maybe they'll do another good deed and share lunch with you.

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</description><link>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10100065</link><author>tellbob@953bobfm.com (Bob)</author><guid>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10100065</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:09:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Shooting at NIU</title><description>Shooting At NIU Campus 

2/19/2010 


From NIU Authorities:

NIU Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on campus during the early morning hours on Friday, February 19.

The incident occurred near the Stevenson Residence Hall. An NIU student was injured in the shooting, and was transported to Kishwaukee Community Hospital for treatment. 

NIU Public Safety officials are stating that the event appears to be an isolated incident between two individuals, and that the alleged assailant is in police custody.

NIU Public Safety officials are advising all students, and campus residents to take extra precaution on Friday morning, and to be alert for any unusual circumstances. If students observe anything that appears to be out of the ordinary they are asked to call NIU Public Safety at 815-753-1212.

The NIU campus remains open, and all classes will be held as scheduled.
s the report from our friends at WNTA:
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</description><link>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10096324</link><author>tellbob@953bobfm.com (Bob)</author><guid>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10096324</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:50:13 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Shooting at NIU</title><description>Here'Shooting At NIU Campus 

2/19/2010 


From NIU Authorities:

NIU Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on campus during the early morning hours on Friday, February 19.

The incident occurred near the Stevenson Residence Hall. An NIU student was injured in the shooting, and was transported to Kishwaukee Community Hospital for treatment. 

NIU Public Safety officials are stating that the event appears to be an isolated incident between two individuals, and that the alleged assailant is in police custody.

NIU Public Safety officials are advising all students, and campus residents to take extra precaution on Friday morning, and to be alert for any unusual circumstances. If students observe anything that appears to be out of the ordinary they are asked to call NIU Public Safety at 815-753-1212.

The NIU campus remains open, and all classes will be held as scheduled.
s the report from our friends at WNTA:
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</description><link>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10096322</link><author>tellbob@953bobfm.com (Bob)</author><guid>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10096322</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:48:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Earthquake in Northern Illinois</title><description>My buddy Ken Decoster from WNTA files this report:&amp;nbsp;

An earthquake shakes Northern Illinois. The U-S Geological Survey confirms a magnitude 4.3 earthquake occurred at 3:59 Wednesday morning near Sycamore. The quake was felt in communities across Northern Illinois, including Rockford. We have no reports of any injuries. Rockford Police tell WNTA they fielded a few calls from residents who felt the quake. 
</description><link>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10094039</link><author>tellbob@953bobfm.com (Bob)</author><guid>http://www.953bobfm.com/Blogs/BobsBlog/blogentry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10094039</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:21:29 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
