It's Been A Long Time Coming...

Indeed it has. My apologies for not posting more in-depth news, however life has been extremely busy the past several weeks for both Riley and I on a professional level, as well as personally.

Riley recently moved to Milwaukee to attend UW-M and after the first couple weeks of school, finally found an apartment to live at! Supposedly it's an amazing 'bachelor's pad' ... however I wouldn't know; he never has invited me! (Just joking - I've just been extremely busy myself.)

Last week, Katie and I went to visit her parents in Onalaska, which is near La Crosse. If you've never had the chance to visit that part of the state, I would highly encourage you to do so. The bluffs and the trees are so beautiful. Especially at this time of the year when the colors start to change ... truly amazing! This weekend, Katie and I are heading over to the Quad Cities in Iowa for a wedding - Katie Hetz (Dr. Nolan Hetz's first daughter.) Our congrats goes out to Katie and her fiance.

We also recently got our engagement photos taken! Visit my website at www.terrystevenson.com and you'll see a few of the shots. Or check out my MySpace page at www.myspace.com/mactes84. Add me as a friend ~ I'll do the same!

On a professional note, we have been working non-stop planning this year's 'Encore Show.' Our goal is to sell tickets starting November 1, however we are in need of a few more sponsors. Therefore, until we are able to meet the quota, nothing is officially finalized (that meaning the 'Encore Show' itself.) We hope to be able to finalize all the details (venue specifics, sponsorships, etc...) within the next week. Once we have everything in order, we will begin the advertising and tickets will go on sale!!!

Regarding this year's line-up, after today's announcement, we have two more names to announce. Currently, the following are the performers who will be back for this year's 'Encore Show!' :

-Jeremiah Shoen (season two winner)
-Amirah Konizter (season one 'top five' finalist)
-Kari Sepnafski (season two 'top five' finalist)
-Andy Lorge (season one runner up)
-Aimee Miller (season two finalist)
-Willie Ithier (season one finalist)
-Carli Ihde (season two 'top five' finalist)
-Tyler Wicihowski (season one finalist)

Who will be the final two? Send your thoughts to edgestarmedia@mac.com. (You never know, you just might win a 'Rising Stars!' gift...)

Now, onto the future ... many fans are wondering what the plans are, and unfortunately, I have no news to report. Sorry!

In other exciting news, KARAOKE WITH THE STARS! is still underway at the Bullpen Sports Bar & Nightclub. If you haven't checked us out yet, stop out this coming Wednesday. This week's host and guest performer is Kari Sepnafski. KARAOKE is from 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM.

Also, check out the all new and improved LakeshoresRisingStars.com and click on the "Jeremiah" page. There, you can get his complete schedule including tonight's concert at Kickback in Manitowoc.

In conclusion, I would like to thank you for your ongoing support of "Lakeshore's Rising Stars!" Your dedication is greatly appreciated. Have a wonderful day!

Sincerely,
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