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Tom Cook

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!

 

Schedule

M-F 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

DJs Posts

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Memorial Day Parades – Kent and Ottawa County

Here it's Memorial Day Weekend.  Many people view it as an extra day off, a day to grill, a day to have fun in the pool.  But remember the true reason of Memorial Day, which is to remember - and give thanks for - the men and women who died serving t

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Grand Rapids Public Library “Construction Truck Petting Zoo”

Kind of a neat event coming to the GR Public Library.  It's called the "Construction Truck Petting Zoo!"

Is your child in awe of construction trucks? Would they like to see them up close and in-person?  Come explore our petting zoo of real construction trucks on display

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Rare Planet Show May 24 through May 30

In the next week, a rare occurrence will happen in the night sky.  The planets of Jupiter, Venus and Mercury will be low in the sky and tightly grouped, meaning you'll be able to see all of them with the naked-eye. This won't happen again for at least another 12 years.

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Dog Chases Woman In Her Wedding Dress

Imagine for a second that your wedding isn't too far off.

Imagine that you walked down the street to Grandma's house to show her your dress.

Imagine you're walking back home and some dummy in your family opens the door and a very excited dog gets out and gives chase

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A K-Mart “Big Gas” Commercial

A while ago, K-Mart had a great commercial that featured various people claiming they were going to "Ship My Pants."

Now, K-Mart is back with another funny ad to promote "big gas savings" for their "Shop Your Way" rewards members.  Of course, "big gas savings" is important and sounds pretty clos

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River City Scholars Charter Academy “Give Back Day” Postponed

The "clean up day" planned by River City Scholars Charter Academy has been postponed because of rain and the threat of severe weather.

Students through 5th Grade had planned on picking up trash, cleaning windows and clearing sidewalks

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Bathroom iPad Stand + Toilet Paper Holder

I'm always amused by the things that are offered to "make things easier" in the bathroom. And I'm not talking about items to "make things move along in the bathroom," I'm talking about gadgets and accessories

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Tornado Victim Finds Her Missing Dog During TV Interview

I'm an animal lover. And I can't imagine the shock people in Oklahoma are feeling. That's especially so for people whose dogs are one of the only things they have in their life.

So when I saw this video, I just had to share it with you

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Two Plainfield Township Elementary Schools In “Shelter In Place” Mode

Just seeing on WZZM13 that two elementary schools in Plainfield Township are on lockdown.

Information is sketchy, but Kent County Sheriff's Deputies were responding to a report of a suicidal person in the

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Baby Stroller Falls On To Subway Tracks

Wow.  This is a heart-stopping video.  A mom was waiting at a subway platform when the baby stroller rolled away and onto the tracks.  Fortunately, the baby was strapped in.

The little girl was hospitalized for a cut on her forehead but is expected to be okay

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Avoid Scammers Collecting Money For Jessica Heeringa

Jessica Heeringa has been missing since April 26th.  While there have been some clues, some leads and searches and investigations, she is still missing.

Unfortunately, dishonest scammers will miss no opportunity - even an abduction - to get your money

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McKay Tower Ballroom Ribbon-Cutting This Friday

 

Friday afternoon, Mayor Heartwell will be on hand for the ribbon-cutting at the newly-renovated "Ballroom At McKay Tower."  The event begins at 4:30.

Operations manager Chaundra Derks says the public banquet spa

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