Long time WOOD Radio morning personality Bruce Grant dominated the West Michigan airwaves for many years He retired from his weekday morning show duties in 1985. Until 1991, he would do weekend and fill-in shifts. Once he finally retired, Bruce chose to stay out of the public spotlight. It would be many years before anyone could coax him to get behind a microphone and put on a pair of headphones again. On April 12th, 2006, WOOD Radio’s “The Rick & Scott Show” was able to get Bruce into the radio station once again! It would end up being the last time Bruce would be “on the air” in West Michigan. (READ MORE)
February 26, 2009: Rick Beckett Died
It’s hard to believe that it was 12 years ago, February 26, 2009, that Rick Beckett passed away at the age of 54. (READ MORE)
How Rush Limbaugh Made My 30+ Year Radio Career Possible
If it weren’t for Rush Limbaugh, my radio career probably would have never lasted over 30 years. (READ MORE)
I Was Invited to Dawn Wells’ Home and Didn’t Go
From time to time I look back at some decisions I’ve made in my life and realize that perhaps they weren’t the “best” decisions. For example, Dawn Wells (Mary Ann from “Gilligan’s Island”) personally invited me to her ranch out west — and I didn’t go. What was I thinking?! (READ MORE)
Rovin’ Ralph Deer Hunting
When November 15th rolls around every year, I can’t help but think back to the years that we sent Rovin’ Ralph deer hunting in the woods with a loaded weapon. What were we thinking? (READ MORE)
Nancy Kerrigan’s Birthday – October 13
October 13th is Nancy Kerrigan’s birthday! Happy Birthday Nancy! She was born back in 1969. (READ MORE)
September 1995: Rick, Darla & Scott Move from KLQ to GRD
Where were you 25 years ago? I can tell you exactly where I was. We were in the process of moving our morning show from one radio station to another one just a few blocks away! (READ MORE)