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Be my Fan!

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 21:39:00 +0000

Want to hear about my daily doings??

Be my Fan on Facebook.

Yes, I used to make fun of my tv friends who created Fan Pages.

But when the boss makes the order, comply you must.

I've got my Happy Hour deals, Work it Outs, 'Quick Fix' cooking segments, and daily tweets and video blurbs all in 1 place.

Check it out!

Here's What's Cookin'

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:32:00 +0000

Heading into the Rodeo and there's no shortage of things to do.

In addition to Rodeo jazz and my nightly 'happenings' segment, I'm also launching a number of new series on your pets, fitness, weekend agenda, and what's for dinner.

Soon you can also look for my new website on 39online- it's been a slow process, but it's coming along nicely.

That way every segment I do, every tweet I tweet and every flipcam moment I capture will be handy in one place. Besides here, of course.

Tonight we're cookin' Curry in a hurry on 39 news @ 5.

Corrine Bailey Rae, pull me through!

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 14:38:00 +0000

I'm jamming to one of my favorite artists. It's my stress therapy.

When I was younger and needed some 'me time' I would go into my room and blast Mariah Carey or Michael Jackson and sing and dance in front of the mirror.

Both the singing and dancing were horrific. But it was the best way to shake off a bad day or get my mind off of whatever was bugging me.

Sometimes you forget to do those kinds of things as an adult- just find a way to chill.

Sure, I do yoga and run and do 'adult' types of workouts, but that's not fun. Dancing to Corrine Bailey Rae is FUN.

At the 'ole office it's a busy agenda packed will great 5pm live shots which are FUN also- catch me at Molina's for Happy Hour on Monday.

I'll be the one with the oversized sombrero and the strawberry margarita.

NOLA,baby

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 05:53:00 +0000

Want to know how to celebrate Mardi Gras?

That was the idea behind me packing up and hitching a ride in our live truck all the way to the crescent city, to show Houstonians how to ring in their Fat Tuesday.

That was Friday.

Then the Saints pulled one out on Sunday and won a silly little thing called the Superbowl.

Now, Tuesday night I'm bloggin' from a hotel room before we head back.

It's been a couple of days of busy busy. live shots from Bourbon street for 2 nights then tonight live from the route of the Victory parade. All things equally as cool.

Also cool- a few of the guys I met tonight are production for the new Ryan Reynolds movie 'Green Lantern', they're apparently filming in NOLA in just a few weeks.

How exciting!

Now to what I'm really looking forward to- logging and writing to all of my great Mardi Gras video for Monday and Fat Tuesday.

We've got some great stuff playing around in the French Quarter, checking out the longest running parade krew in NOLA history, some king cake fanatics waiting hours in the cold for the best in town.

Catch it on 39 News the day before Fat Tuesday and on the big day!

Off and Running

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 16:55:00 +0000

I should be off and running. But I'm not. I'm a week and a half away from my first marathon.

And we're in the middle of an 'arctic blast' or so we're calling it on TV.

So I'm giving myself a free pass. OR more likely, I'll get a bit panicky that I haven't been out and go and act like I'm joining a 24 hour fitness so I can run in a climate controlled mega gym.

I'm under prepared for my 26.2 mile trek across the desert- I'm running in Phoenix. Fabulous Phoenix.

I'm also registered for the Houston race the same day, but in Phoenix I have a running buddy aka 'mom' to keep me honest. So, off I go.

My husband and I own a home about a stones throw from where the race finishes, and I'm thinking now how funny it is that it took me moving across the country to have any interest in getting in the game.

I wasn't a runner until Virginia. That's where I ran my first 1/2 and bought my first 'Virginia is for runners' t-shirt. My fav.

I guess none of that has anything to do with 'Hailey the tv so and so', and that's so great!!

I love my work, I love what I do for me outside of work, too!

Playing Catch-Up . Darn you, DVR

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 23:24:00 +0000

Just when I thought I was finally caught up with technology... a DVR disaster strikes.

Years after everyone else was Ti-Vo'ing Desperate Housewives I still had basic cable and a dial-up modem.

Finally months ago, we upgraded to a DVR Box for me to indulge myself and copy and record anything my little heart desires, including archiving my stories and live shots. Or BRAVO Watch What Happens!

The day after Christmas I was finally going to burn my on-air library.
I went to preview my list- which I had already logged, decided what and from when to burn, etc.. and it was empty.
Gone, baby gone.

Not one recording left over. Not one. After a mini-meltdown (not a big one, after the past few months of my life I'm only reserving big meltdowns for true tragedies) we called the cable company.

They've never seen anything quite like it. 6 Months worth of recordings zapped in an instant.

A Little Justin Booper

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 03:00:00 +0000

At the risk of having a Justin Booper fan call the station and demand an apology for me calling him "sweet, adorable, and just a cute little guy" I will be masking his name.

I interviewed 15 year-old teen dream Justin Booper or 'the Boopinator' as the bandos of Cobra Spaceship (yes, this bands name has been changed too) calls him.

He was darling, he had a great head of hair, and was already pretty media savvy for a teen.

I would have been a hot mess on camera at his age.

Watch Hailey's story as it aired on 39News.

Just a little Diddy of a Wednesday

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 04:03:00 +0000

This afternoon I had a 1 on 1 with Sean 'Diddy' Combs.

The highlight for me was a little chat with Dawn from Danity Kane! Huge Fan!

Turned out to be a nicle little diddy of a story :)

Click here to see Hailey's story as it aired on 39 News @9.

Reporting from Fort Hood

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:15:00 +0000

As many of you know, I spent 3 days in Killeen, TX after the Fort Hood tragedy.

The night of the shootings I reported live from just off Post.

The next 2 days I spent on and off Post - Day 2 telling the story of one of the brave civilian officers who helped take down the shooter, Nidal Hasan.

Day 3 was the most meaningful for me. It was a Saturday, and around Killeen you could see how people were grieving, and showing their support for the families who lost loved ones.

Click here to see my story from that day.

Been a long time Gone

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:59:00 +0000

Back bloggin' at you after a little much needed hiatus.

Monday through Friday you can catch me going live @ 5 from fun happenings around Houston.

Our newest addition is live at Happy Hour on Mondays - obviously I have it rough :)

I've been back from Fort Hood for over a week now- even though I'm still playing catch up.

Walmart clothes I gathered on the trip still in my bag- it's about time to throw them in the wash.

Today I'm showing people how to make their own wine.

Not moon shine, but wine.

Not that you're allowed to make moon shine anyhow- so this is a better, legal option.

39 News @ 5 HELLO!

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 02:11:00 +0000

If you're not watching the 39 news @ 5 you're missing out!

Click here to see Hailey's live hits on the 39 News @5p - for the Original Greek Festival - sampling greek eats and learning to dance like the Greeks - Opah!

We've had so much fun this week.

Behind the scenes we spend the morning chasing down stories and thinking of exciting ways to deliver a little infotainment - a little bit of spunk with your 5pm news.

Monday was our launch - I talked Patrick Swayze's book release & did a story on the seemingly never ending road construction along Westheimer.

Tuesday I sipped on new Starbuck's Via - the instant coffee- to see how it compares to other quick brews (2x the cost and half the flavor, in my opinion).

Wednesday I spent the afternoon at the Original Greek Festival in Montrose- it kicks off on Thursday at 5p.

Those Greeks know how to have a good time!

Click here to find out everything you need to know about the Festival- price, parking, etc.

On a personal note- I tried Soymilk for the 1st time today. OPAH! delicioso! Never turning back...

7 Mile Sunday- Show Launch Monday

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 16:38:00 +0000

Taking my Saturday off from running- Sunday I need to clock 7 miles, which should be just like last week's 6 miles, but plus one.

duh. right?

Runners understand exactly my thought process behind that seemingly nonsensical statement.

Non-runners think anything over 3 miles sounds a bit looney tunes. I get it!

MONDAY is very exciting at CW39! We are launching our brand new 39 News @ 9.

We've all been working very hard to put it to air- it's a new show with a new concept, and should be a whole lotta fun!

Can't wait to see you then.

P.S. if there's a little look of fatigue in my eyes on tv, you can blame it on the 7 mile (that was just like the six mile, only plus one)!

You don't want to miss it!

Back & Refreshed

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:10:00 +0000

Back blogging from Houston this a.m. after a quick trip to visit the fam in Scottsdale, AZ.

yes, it really does look like the movies :)

gorg, huh? and that's my parents dinosaur, Colby.

Realized 2 things on this trip:

1- I feel much more at home in Houston than I did in Virginia (even though all my great friends are still there - and even though my time there taught me to 'eat fresh eat local'- and even though i wouldn't take it back in a heartbeat). This just feels a bit more comfortable!

and 2- I must have lost my brain planning to run 26 miles in January with my mom.

After originally planning to run the Chervron Houston solo in Houston - I've scratched that- and now will be running with my athletic mother - so we can clock in our first ever marathons together, or rather- she will be sprinting ahead of me toward the finish line so that she clocks in 1/4 of a second faster, thereby earning bragging rights that at 45, she beat her 24 year-old daughter in a race.

Will we blog during it? maybe- tentatively planning to video blog- that way it's easier to really convey how nuts we're realizing we are along the route.

My mom is already bloggin' away about her training.

Check it out!

Also- back to work today! planning, and practicing, and planning some more for our big 5p show premiere on Monday on CW39 News. Don't miss it!

Wine'n N' Dinin' then Homebound

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 15:17:00 +0000

For work today I'm off to the Kemah wine fest - it's a hard job, but somebody's gotta do it ;)

Looking forward to my long weekend - and my trip to Phoenix to see my family!

Sunday I'm off- Tuesday I'm back- it's a quick trip * made much easier by us now being in Houston instead of Virginia.

Also super psyched b/c Texas Junk Company is back open again- big cardboard sign outfront read 'Back Sept 18' - that was like 2 weeks ago.

How amazing would it be to pick your own hours- only open shop 2 days a week or so- that sounds like the life to me!

My tea's steeping - gotta jet!

GOOGLED.

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:20:00 +0000

this pic courtesy 'Chris Gray'

it's from this year's Houston Press Music Awards @ Warehouse LIVE Downtown.

the caption:

'No performer, but here's presenter Hailey Frances of Channel 39. She's pretty.'

hmmm she's also great at her job and a decent cook- but I guess I'll take the compliment.

A Little Taylor Hicks Gossip

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:06:00 +0000

Last weekend was a 3 day weekend. Wonderful!

Here's what I've been working on this week:

Wednesday I had an interview with former American Idol winner Taylor Hicks.

It was disappointing to say the least. He was aloof, rehearsed, and started taking his mic off before I was done interviewing him.

Was I able to get what I needed to turn a story? yes.

Was there any heart - excitement- or 'wow' factor? definitely not.

Thursday I went inside an exclusive men's spa in Houston- it's the only one the company has opened in the U.S. very swanky.

Saturday morning brings TOP MODEL auditions- I'm SO looking forward to it! Maybe one of the next contestants will be from H-TOWN.

Moana's Having a Busy Tuesday

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 18:50:00 +0000

See that focused look in her eye??

That's because Moana's having a busy Tuesday.

She's been supervising laundry duty, putting clothes away, running the dishwasher, and updating my website.

Moana (Mow-on-uh)

((?where'd they come up with that crazy name?!)

is my border collie mix.

Tuesday's a day off for me, looking ahead to a busy week!

Can't wait to keep you posted

I think I'm gonna start signing off like Gossip Girl

Until next time

XOXO

Thought this was cute

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:38:00 +0000

Jet Setting to NY for a Makeover

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 02:56:00 +0000

no...not me .

But a teacher from the Houston-area's back with a $1500 boost to her wardrobe and a new 'do.

Click here to see her story as it aired on 39 News.

Spending My Mega Millions

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 04:46:00 +0000

Wednesday I spent the day thinking about how to spend the $325 million I'm about to win through the Mega Millions Jackpot.

Click here to see how I'll spend the first $30 million or so...

It's really a lump sum of $170 million OR

$750,000 a year for 26 years

So here's how it goes for me- since we all think about this every so often.

I take the lump sum- invest most & live off the interest.

Right away I...

buy a $5-10 million beachfront home in Laguna

buy a $3 million home in Houston

$3 million home in Scottsdale

$3 million 'family compound' (always liked the sound of that) - $1 million to travel in luxury to a handful of vacation destinations to pick the one to invest in.

Interior designers furnish each home $2 million per property

$15 million for my family ($5 for sister - $10 for parents)

$15 million for Andrew's family

I would completely fund a no-kill shelter - pay for construction, and start-up costs.

that leaves $100 plus million to earn interest

Missing My Video

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 04:57:00 +0000

It's been a week of work with a bit of help!

Most of the time I do it all- shoot my video, edit it, write it- go live.

This week I was lucky to have a photographer to shoot & edit for me.

A welcome treat! However, that's also why I don't have any new stories posted in my video viewer this week.

Click on 'BLOG' and I've got you linked up to my stories from this week- from my work website.

... in the meantime. I'm on a boat.

Last Minute Shopping Rush

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 04:54:00 +0000

Click here to see Hailey's tax-free shopping wrap-up!

Texans Preseason Game 2

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 04:19:00 +0000

Click here to see Hailey's live report from the Texans 2nd Preseason game

Bosom Ball dead ahead

noreply@blogger.com (Hailey Frances) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:22:00 +0000

Wednesday on 39 News I spoke with a patient of Dr. Conrad Murray- the doc who's still being investigated after Michael Jackson's death in June.

That link will take you to my story - hear about the web backlash after the Dr. released a video on Youtube.

Here's what's coming up

this week that is GREAT!

* This Saturday is Adult Wild Winks @ the Houston Zoo

this is so cool! An adults-only sleepover - I haven't got all the dets yet, but I'm picturing a bit of casual, cool partying, drinks- and great friends- and maybe a couple animals? one could only hope!

*Also Saturday- The Bosom Ball hosted by MIX 96.5 - I'll be there!

Sugar Ray, Fastball @ House of Blues proceeds go to Houston Fertility Institute

Click here to buy tix & support a great cause