What’s New at the Q with a Forrest Gump Turkey Parody 11/25/2013

Here are the highlights: http://youtu.be/oa6l7yJAKdE

“Life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get.”  But what you are going to get at QCTV is the latest events in the quad cities of Andover, Anoka, Champlin and Ramsey. Check out some of our latest programs.

We’ve got coverage of the first Anoka Halloween Amazing Race at http://www.qctv.org/community/playerid1351. There’s also a lot of other events happening around the cities like the Andover Walmart Grand Opening which you can watch at http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2261 and the Car Seat Clinic http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2260. Andover Community Center: Tot Time is also available to watch at http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2241.

To see new and past happenings in the cities as well as city meetings check out each city’s page: Andover, MN: http://www.qctv.org/andover/, Anoka, MN: http://www.qctv.org/anoka/, Champlin, MN: http://www.qctv.org/champlin/ , and Ramsey, MN: http://www.qctv.org/ramsey/.

This Thanksgiving we’re going to have all day marathon of the Mini Bowl for when professional Football just isn’t enough. If you want to start early you can catch the games on our website http://www.qctv.org/sports/playerid1326 & http://www.qctv.org/sports/playerid1327

We’ve only got one new game this week, the first boys hockey game we’re covering this year: Wayzata vs. Champlin Park on November 26th at 7:30p.m. Go here (http://www.qctv.org/sports/playerid1353) when the game goes live to watch it as it happens or comeback after the game to watch on demand as many times as you’d like.

We here at QCTV would like to wish everyone a Happy, Safe and Full Thanksgiving.

“And that's all I have to say about that.”

What’s New at the Q for the week of November 18, 2013

Here are the highlights:  http://youtu.be/9gCoY2SOZ4E

It’s halfway through November and it’s getting chilly outside. Why not stay in and watch some local events QCTV recently covered?

QCTV has coverage of the Anoka Halloween Medallion Hunt at   http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2250 and the recent Champlin Turkey Bingo  at http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2226.

There’s a new Sheriff Show for November. Some of the topics covered include  New Deputy Training, an Explosives Training Event, and the dangers of thin ice. Watch the episode on our channel or online at http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2236

QC NEWS covers area news. This episode has stories about the new Hope 4 Youth Campaign,  Anoka County Donations for Area Veterans, a new Champlin Planning Update, the Orange Tie Ball and local Holiday Events. Watch at  http://www.qctv.org/news/

QCMR’s top stories include Andover Community Center, Anoka Tree Lighting, Champlin Andrews Park Update, and Ramsey Taste of Community. The Quad Cities Municipal Report plays daily on Channel 15 and 16 and is available online at http://www.qctv.org/qcmr/.

There are new park updates for Andover and Champlin. You can watch Andover’s Park Update at http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2246 and Champlin’s Andrews Park Update at  http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2247.

Last week also had a number of City Meetings that are available for viewing on each city's page. Andover, MN: http://www.qctv.org/andover/   Anoka, MN: http://www.qctv.org/anoka/

Champlin, MN: http://www.qctv.org/champlin/   Ramsey, MN: http://www.qctv.org/ramsey/

Watch our coverage of local prep sports at http://www.qctv.org/sports/. We cover Anoka, Andover and Champlin Park High Schools Games.   Our newest game was the Champlin vs Anoka Girls Hockey this past Saturday. Watch at http://www.qctv.org/sports/playerid1346

What’s New at the Q for the week of November 11, 2013

Here are the highlights:  http://youtu.be/5S5nqtRwvRQ

November is here, and as usual we’re busy bringing you the latest in local government, community and sports.

We’ve got quite the schedule this week for government. Watch your local government meetings live on our channel or on each city's page. They’re also available on-demand the next day with clickable agenda points so you can find the parts of the meetings that are most applicable to you!

Watch your city:

Andover, MN: http://www.qctv.org/andover/

Anoka, MN: http://www.qctv.org/anoka/

Champlin, MN: http://www.qctv.org/champlin/

Ramsey, MN: http://www.qctv.org/ramsey/

We have updates for the city meetings and events for each being updated all the time. Some notable programs from the past weeks includes: Waterfowl for Warriors. You can watch at http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2230. Ramsey Code 3  has tips about proper trailer hitching. [Watch at http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2237].

We also have a new Public Safety Talk at http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2240. Anoka County Sheriff James Stuart hosts with Anoka-Champlin Fire Chief Charlie Thompson, Ramsey Fire Chief Dean Kapler, and Andover Fire Chief Dan Winkel. Topics they cover include Winter Weather Preparedness and  Holiday Crime Prevention.

The Chamber Report is all new, literally. Its a new Chamber year, with a new Chair of the Board of Directors. Let Pete Turok bring you up to speed at  http://www.qctv.org/chambershow/.

District Court Show [http://www.qctv.org/districtcourtshow/]  is hosted by Judge Steve Halsey, and co-hosting this month is Judge Elizabeth Strand. With guests Judge Jim Dehn and Judge Sharon Hall they discuss the changes in 10th Judicial District in the last 20 years.

The guys of QC Sports cover Sectionals for Andover Football, Champlin Park Volleyball, and honor the Soccer Players and Coaches of the Year. Watch at http://www.qctv.org/sports/playerid1344. We also cover Andover High School, Anoka High School, and Champlin Park High School games on both our channel and website. Find them all at: http://www.qctv.org/sports/

What’s New at the Q for the week of November 4, 2013

Here are the highlights: http://youtu.be/rS9K1gQGd5Q

Halloween might be over but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a treat. Sit back, eat some candy and watch our Halloween programming. The Royal Ambassador Coronation  is available on our channel and online at http://qctv.org/community/playerid1334.

QC News is new with Halloween events too. Some of the stories covered are the  Anoka Halloween Amazing Race, the Big Parade of Little People, Grand Day Parade and the Ambassador Pageant. Watch on Wednesday’s at 10:30am and 5:30 pm or check it out at http://www.qctv.org/news/

It’s Your History  is new and about Civil War Soldier Stories. They travel to  Oakwood Cemetery and  a look at Soldiers’ Aid Societies as well as take a look at the Polka Funfest. Watch at http://qctv.org/itsyourhistory/

Rum River Float is a trip down the Rum River with the Lower  Rum River Management Organization. Watch at http://qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2211

Anti-Crime Breakfast is viewable at  http://qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2233

Thad and Dave of QC Sports cover the highlights of  High School Playoffs. Soccer, Football and Volleyball are all happening right now, so check out the coverage at http://qctv.org/sports/playerid1338. During Playoffs we don’t air the games live, but games by Andover High School, Anoka High School, and Champlin Park High School get replayed on both our channel and website.. Find it all at: http://www.qctv.org/sports/

We also cover all of the city meetings for Andover, Anoka, Champlin, and Ramsey. Watch them at:

Andover, MN: http://www.qctv.org/andover/

Anoka, MN: http://www.qctv.org/anoka/

Champlin, MN: http://www.qctv.org/champlin/

Ramsey, MN: http://www.qctv.org/ramsey/

What’s New at the Q for the week of October 28, 2013

Here are the highlights: http://youtu.be/4eQG2SUysMM

Halloween is always busy here at QCTV and this past weekend was the Anoka Halloween Parade. You can watch the parade online or on our channel and watch for the winning floats and bands listed on the Anoka Halloween Website. [ Watch online: http://www.qctv.org/community/playerid1324. ] We also covered other Halloween events this weekend like the Big Parade of Little People which you can watch online at  http://www.qctv.org/community/ and the Anoka Royal Ambassador Coronation which will be available for viewing in a few days.

We also have a new episode of the Sheriff Show for the month of October . It covers K9 training, Sheriff’s Office Open House, holiday crime prevention tips and Sheriff’s Office firearm’s training facility [Watch online: http://www.qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2197].

Sheriff’s Office Deputy Swearing In ceremony was also this month and you can watch it online at

qctv.org/beta/ms_loadvideoonly16x9.php?id=2231.

The QCMR covers lots of events in our area. Some highlights include the Andover Fire Department Open House, Anoka Orange Tie Ball, Champlin Turkey Bingo and Ramsey Curb Staking. Watch these and other stories at: http://www.qctv.org/qcmr/

We cover local government meetings and events for our cities. To see what’s new in your city click the corresponding link below.

Andover, MN: http://www.qctv.org/andover/

Anoka, MN: http://www.qctv.org/anoka/

Champlin, MN: http://www.qctv.org/champlin/

Ramsey, MN: http://www.qctv.org/ramsey/

We provide coverage of high school sports  for Andover High School, Anoka High School, and Champlin Park High School. This week is sectionals and the games will be available  for video on demand. Find them all at http://www.qctv.org/sports/. There’s also a new QC Sports Show this week, Thad and David cover the highlights.  

In other sports news, October means it’s time for the Mini Bowl.  The 3rd and 4th Grade Mini Bowl is watchable at http://www.qctv.org/sports/playerid1326 and  5th and 6th Grade at http://www.qctv.org/sports/playerid1327.  

To keep track of our busy schedule visit our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/quadcitiestv

What’s New at the Q for the week of October 21, 2013

Here are the highlights: http://youtu.be/8RWfQz9ju3g

It’s Halloween time and there is a lot going on in the Quad Cities.

First off, there is a brand new episode of QC News. Stories include the 9th annual benefit bash where GB Leighton played as the featured musician [Watch online: http://www.qctv.org/community/playerid1303]. You can find out more about GB Leighton at http://www.gbleighton.com/. WCCO Radio & TV Personality, Mike Max was the guest speaker at the Chamber Breakfast [Watch online: http://www.qctv.org/community/playerid1316]. Find out more about Mike at http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/personality/mike-max/. Federal Premium held a special goose hunt. And we give an update on the Anoka Halloween Events. You can watch the QC News at: http://www.qctv.org/news/

The Chamber Report has a great lineup for October. October is the beginning of a new chamber year and Pete Turok will give you a recap of the past year with past chairperson David Bolt. Also, there is a huge segment on member profiles including Amy Veshow and Lisa Ritter on costume ideas at Goodwill, looking at key strategies with Julie Keyse, The “Credit Doctor”, Chris Warner, is in the house, and a whole lot more. Watch online at: http://www.qctv.org/chambershow/.

Jayne Ubl has a ghoulishly good time in an all new episode of Suburban Mix. The crew visits the Halloween Capital of the World, Anoka, MN, and gets the scoop on the fall festivities. They also spend some time behind the scenes of the Crypticon convention and get the who, what, where when and why of folks that are mad about horror movies. And Behind the Music, Jayne meets up with the Jacob Martin Band [http://jacobmartinband.com/], a local group making their name in Nashville. Watch online at: http://www.qctv.org/suburbanmix/.

Hey, do you know we cover all of the city meetings. Keep up with it all at:

Andover, MN: http://www.qctv.org/andover/

Anoka, MN: http://www.qctv.org/anoka/

Champlin, MN: http://www.qctv.org/champlin/

Ramsey, MN: http://www.qctv.org/ramsey/

We also keep up with all the local high school sports at Andover High School, Anoka High School, and Champlin Park High School. Find it all at: http://www.qctv.org/sports/

Other community events this month include: Sheriff’s Office Deputy Swearing-In Ceremony, updates on Champlin’s new code enforcement, Ramsey has a new episode of Code 3, and the Anoka festivities event calendar.

What’s New at the Q for the week of October 14, 2013

Here are the highlights: http://youtu.be/82ghBVZSv2Y

Recently the Champlin Park Rebel Classic took place. Multiple high school marching bands were there and QCTV caught this competition. Didn’t make it to the event? You can watch it here: http://www.qctv.org/community/playerid1308

In a brand new edition of the District Court Show, Judge Steve Halsey will be talking about how Minnesota Laws interact with our residents with a Muslim background. You can watch this episode at: http://www.qctv.org/districtcourtshow/

A new episode of the Quad Cities Municipal Report will bring you local stories including: the new Andover sports complex, Anoka’s new Senior Center, Champlin’s fall cleanup event, and Ramsey’s annual Taste of Community. Find out more at: http://www.qctv.org/qcmr/

October is a really busy month for QCTV. Keep up with all the new programs and events at our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/quadcitiestv