[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 178 (Thursday, November 17, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1166]
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                   HONORING THE CAREER OF TODD HAUGEN

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                           HON. PETE STAUBER

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 17, 2022

  Mr. STAUBER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Todd Haugen's 
retirement after his 42-year long broadcasting career in Bemidji, 
Minnesota. Todd's last show will be November 18, 2022.
  Todd has been a member of the Bemidji community since he attended 
Bemidji State University, where he later went on to be honored with the 
Outstanding Alumni Award.
  For nearly the entirety of his 42-year career in Bemidji, Todd was on 
air with KBUN/KB101.
  As the long-time host of the popular daily public affairs show 
Chatabout, Todd helped his station, KB 101, earn a record number of six 
National Association of Broadcasters Crystal Awards, a Crystal Heritage 
Award, and two NABEF Service to America Awards. He also a two-time 
National Association of Broadcasters Marconi award finalist for Small 
Market Personality of the Year.
  During his time as a broadcaster, Todd did so much more than hosting 
shows and entertaining and informing his community. He hosted hundreds 
of community events, fundraisers, and participated as a host for 
Hubbard Bemidji's annual Radiothon to End Child Abuse that raised over 
$1 million since it began in 1988.
  After a successful career in broadcasting and serving his community, 
I wish Todd nothing but happiness in this new stage of life. I Hope he 
enjoys retirement.

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