Valerie Anderton

Knoxville

Midday Personality at WJXB-FM (Knoxville, TN)

Wife. Dog Mama. Radio lady.

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If They Have These Qualities, They’re Not REAL Friends

4 weeks ago | b975.com | Valerie Anderton

We’ve all had “friends” who we thought were true friends, only to find out they really weren’t. Sad, but true. Friends should make you happy and bring comfort and fun to your life. The thing is, you don’t always know in the moment that someone’s not a real friend. To help you out, experts say look out for these qualities.
7 Home Items Designers Love Buying from Dollar Tree

1 month ago | b975.com | Valerie Anderton

(From realsimple.com)Decorating your home can be expensive, so why not cut costs when you can! One way to cut corners is to buy certain décor from Dollar Tree or a Dollar General store. You’ll be surprised by some of the hidden gems you’ll find!Here are 7 home items designers love buying from Dollar Tree:Jute PlacematsAccording to Interior designer Kate Dawson you can find great deals on those stylish jute placemats that are on-trend right now.
Deals for National PI Day!

1 month ago | b975.com | Valerie Anderton

March 14 is commonly referred to as Pi Day, meant to celebrate the ratio of the circumference of a circle. Woah. That’s a mouthful! If you’d rather have a mouthful of delicious pizza pies, you can get some great deals around town…check ‘em out:Blaze Pizza: Buy one 11-inch pizza, get a second pizza of equal or lesser value for $3.14. Door Dash: offering nationwide Pi Day deals from three popular pizza chains: Pizza Hut, Sbarro and Hungry Howies.
11 Things You Can Toss From Your Closet Right Now

1 month ago | b975.com | Valerie Anderton

I’m all about a good de-cluttering, but when it comes to my closet, I ALWAYS have a hard time. If you’re feeling that struggle, maybe these suggestions from realsimple.com will help…*Anything That Doesn’t Fit and Isn’t Worth TailoringIf alterations are gonna cost more than a garment cost, it’s not worth it. If it’s a good quality brand, you can always sell it. *Damaged or Stained ClothingIf it’s damaged or stained, you need to decide to either repair it or clean it. It’s that simple.
10 Home Repairs You Should Never DIY to Avoid Costly Mistakes

1 month ago | b975.com | Valerie Anderton

If you’re a handy person, you can often save some money on a project by tackling it yourself, but there are definitely times when it pays to call a professional. For my family, that’s MOST times. According to Real Simple, the tasks below call for a pro:Removing Popcorn CeilingsRemoving popcorn ceilings is gaining in popularity, but it is an extremely messy job.
Zoo Knoxville- Name A Cockroach or Buy Some Flowers? Just $10!

2 months ago | b975.com | Valerie Anderton

Want to celebrate Valentine’s Day YOUR way? Here’s a little help from Zoo Knoxville!If you’re so NOT into love, you can still name a cockroach or insect after someone who isn’t exactly your favorite. Wanna show some love? You can buy flowers for the animals! While many of the animals love a good insect, many also love flowers as a tasty treat, so it’s a win-win situation. Every donation and purchase of a flower or cockroach goes a long way to help animals at the zoo and Zoo Knoxville’s mission.
Check Out This Travis Kelce Twin From The 1800’s

2 months ago | b975.com | Valerie Anderton

They say everyone has a twin out there and we just found Travis Kelce’s, straight from the 1800’s! A Kansas City museum photo of tycoon Alexander Majors bears a striking resemblance to Travis. The story is made even more strange that the men were born a day apart, but of course, in different centuries. Majors, born in 1814, was a businessman and co-founder of The Pony Express.
Top 10 Strategies to Overcome Self-Doubt and Boost Confidence

2 months ago | b975.com | Valerie Anderton

We all need a little help from time to time! Never fear, Christina Russell, a life coach from Florida, is here! She’s sharing her top ten strategies for kicking self-doubt to the curb!Here are the steps to channel your inner superhero. Sorry, cape not included!Create a ‘WINS’ Journal: Write down daily accomplishments, no matter how small. It shifts the focus to your strengths rather than your failures.
NSA’S SMARTPHONE RULES TO PROTECT YOUR PRIVACY

2 months ago | b975.com | Valerie Anderton

It’s good to be on the safe side when it comes to your phone and all of the info you have stored in there. Passwords are effective, but they can’t totally protect you. Taking extra security steps is never a bad idea. Follow these steps from the NSA to stay safe:Restart your phone once a week – This is so simple. Restarting your phone every week can help protect you against “zero-click” attemps, where a hacker can get in without you clicking on a link or opening a file.
Essentials For Your Winter Vehicle Emergency Kit

Jan 13, 2025 | b975.com | Valerie Anderton

Winter is here! We should all keep a winter emergency kit in our car, but it’s easy to forget and keep putting off that task. The National Weather Service has some recommended items to keep handy, so if you’re ever stuck, you’re prepared.