Hey, I’m the “new guy” here at 100.5 The River. We’ll get to hang out for part of your workday and the drive home while you’re listening to Today’s Best Mix without the rap. Some people asked “why would you move HERE?” when I started. I answer that question with disbelief and realize that people in GR simply don’t realize what a great city they have. Grand Rapids is just a fantastic city. The people, the downtown, the festivals, the philanthropy of our ‘famous families’ … the list goes on and on. The VIBE of this city is just incredible. Those who say “why would you move HERE?” clearly don’t realize how crappy most other similar sized cities are compared to GR. We moved here from the vibrant and clean city (#sarcasm) of Toledo, OH where I was the Operations Manager for six radio stations. Before that, I was on-air or programming stations in Philadelphia, New York City, Milwaukee, Madison, Cedar Rapids (Iowa) and Waterloo (Iowa). My wife and I met in Madison and were married four days after 9/11. We have two “furry kids” named Ollie (yellow lab/bassett/corgi) and Chester (bassett). I’m also the Program Director for Channel 95-7 and 100.5 The River, so if you have any comments, suggestions or complaints (I welcome compliments, too), just email or call me!
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Dad Catches Daughter Taking Series Of Selfies [Video]
Selfies are everywhere these days. We can't avoid them. And while everyone is guilty of taking a selfie from time to time, it seems like teenage girls have taken the selfie game to the next level. They take SO. MANY.
One dad noticed that his daughter was having an epic selfie session in the backseat of the car while he was driving and decided to catch it on film. The result is hilarious!
Workday Dog Break: Dog Blows Bubbles In The Pool
It's no big secret that I'm a big fan of furry creatures, especially ones with wagging tails.
If you share my enthusiasm for dogs, I hope you enjoy the occasional "Workday Dog Break" videos that I post.
Meet Diesel! He blows bubbles in the pool on command...
100.5 The River’s Tom Cook Takes ALS Ice Bucket Challenge [Video]
There were so many videos on my Facebook news feed about the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge that I knew it would come to me at some point!
Wendy Reed, who works on Channel 95.7 on weekdays and also handles behind-the-scenes stuff for 100.5 The River, nominated me.
Cops Searching For Missing 14-Year Old Girl From Marshall
MSP and the FBI have not gotten involved in the search for a 14-year-old girl from Marshall, Michigan, who went missing on Saturday.
Hannah Amaro was last seen Saturday in Marshall but hasn't had contact with friends or relatives since then...
Grand Rapids Finalist To Host State Games Of America In 2017
Earlier this year, we told you about Grand Rapids' bid to host the State Games Of America in 2017. The West Michigan Sports Commission, Experience Grand Rapids, and the Meijer State Games of Michigan submitted a bid to host the State Games of America in 2017...
Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Shakes North Bay Area and Napa Valley California
Residents of the San Francisco Bay Area and Napa Valley were shaken awake by a 6.0 magnitude earthquake on Sunday morning. The earthquake hit around 3:30am local time and was centered just south of Napa, California.
This was the strongest earthquake to hit California since 1989 when a 6...
Gazelle Girl Raises $40,000 For Local Charities
100.5 The River and Townsquare Media Grand Rapids are proud to have partnered with the Gazelle Girl Half-Marathon in their inaugural year.
Earlier this year, approximately 2,700 women ran in the Gazelle Girl Half Marathon and 5K. The event raised money to support FOUR local charities:
Kent County Girls on the Run
GROW (Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women)
YWCA West Central Michigan
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RECALL: Chicken Caesar Salad Kits
You may want to check the fridge or cupboards if you have any "salad kits" at home.
APPA Fine Foods and Sam's Club are recalling their "Chicken Caesar Salad Kits" sold because of concerns about possible Listeria contamination.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture informed the USDA and Food Safety and Inspection Service that they received two confirmed positive listeria result
Taking Kids To College? Read About Davenport University’s Employment Guarantee
100.5 The River has enjoyed a long-standing relationship with Davenport University, from partnerships on events to yearly broadcasts at their "Excellence In Business" awards, we are proud to work hand-in-hand with Davenport.
And since you're taking kids to college, figuring out how to pay for it and also worrying about their life post-college, here's something you might be interested in.
UPDATE: I-94 Back Open In Calhoun County
UPDATE:
Good news if you're traveling south toward Kalamazoo, Ann Arbor or Detroit. I-94 is back open as of 12:30pm. Safe traveling!
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Heads up if you're heading anywhere near I-94...
Movies In The Park Wraps Up August 22
All summer, Celebration Cinema, Downtown Grand Rapids Inc, and Ah-Nab-Awen Park have brought us something that all of Grand Rapids loves - Movies In The Park.
In June they played “Raiders of the Lost Arc.” and “Grease”. July brought “Dream Girls” and “Rocky Horror Picture Show.” That brings us to August where a few weeks ago they played “Top Gun.”
Parents Rap “Baby Got Class” Video For Back To School
Do you remember that family who did the "Xmas Jammies" video last year? Kim and Penn Holderness are the parents and they're not quite ready for back to school, but they're happy to do a video and song about it, set to "Baby Got Back" from the early 90s...