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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Jeff Musial The Animal Guy’s Wildlife Show Hits East Grand Rapids November 23 [Video]
Sure. Now he's known as Jeff Musial The Animal Guy.
He's been on NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and, before that, "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" and "Late Night with Conan O'Brien." He's also been on NBC's "The Today Show," VH1's "The Big Morning Buzz," "The Morning Show with Mike & Juliet," "The Martha Stewart Sh
ArtPrize To Expand To Dallas In 2016
ArtPrize is expanding!
A local nonprofit called ArtPrize Dallas was created to bring the art competition to Texas. They have a three-year agreement to exclusive rights to hold ArtPrize in Texas.
Lake Effect Snows Continue Through Friday with Rainy Weekend Forecast
Another round of lake-effect snow is being forecast through midday Friday and a messy weekend is ahead, according to the National Weather Service's Grand Rapids Office.
Cannonsburg Ski Area Announces Earliest Opening Date Ever
All of you skiing and snowboarding fans will be happy to hear this! It's almost time to strap them on and hit the slopes!
In fact, Cannonsburg Ski Area is opening to the public this Saturday, at 10 a.m. This will be the earliest date that Cannonsburg has ever opened for a season.
University of Michigan Football Player Dismissed From Team After Domestic Violence Arrest
University of Michigan defensive end Frank Clark has been dismissed from the Michigan football team after being accused of domestic violence in Ohio over the weekend.
Coach Brady Hoke has called the situation "tragic".
Pope Francis Confirms Trip To The U.S. In 2015
Pope Francis confirmed Monday that he will be traveling to the U.S. next year to participate in a rally for families in Philadelphia.
Earlier this summer, he had stated that he hoped to make the September meeting. But he confirmed his presence at the World Meeting of Families during a speech Monday to an a conference on traditional family values at the Vatican.
University of Michigan Football Player Arrested On Domestic Violence Charges
Another University of Michigan football player has been arrested. He was arrested in Ohio on domestic violence charges.
Tom Cook’s Weekend Dog Break: Dog Walks Through Doors Backwards [Video]
I know that I normally post a "workday dog break", but who's to say that we don't need dog breaks on the weekend, too?
I came across this video today, and just knew I had to share it. Queso the Pit Bull has a huge fear of doorways, but don't worry! He's found a way to overcome his anxiety, employing what I generally refer to as dog logic: what you can't see can't hurt you.
Watch This Video of German Therapy Alpacas [Video]
Yes, therapy alpacas are real things. At least they are real things at a nursing home in Germany.
Aquinas College Placed On Lockdown After Student Robbed On Campus
A student was robbed Saturday on Aquinas College’s campus, according to police.
It happened shortly after 6 p.m on Saturday.
Baby Otter Plays With A Basketball [Video]
This unnamed five-week-old sea otter pup was discovered in September off the coast of central California and is starting a new life at the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.
I wrote about her adorableness last week, but there's a new video that I just knew you all needed to see.
$1,000 Reward Offered Following Rockford Bomb Threats
A $1,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of the person or persons responsible for making anonymous phone or email bomb threats to the Rockford Public Schools.