The year was 1997. Why is it so hard to believe that was 22 years ago! Definitely doesn’t seem that long. This was the first year I started doing a Christmas Music show both Christmas Eve and Christmas morning. The very first show was all pre-recorded and ran off of a CD. I spent weeks recording and producing the show. Looking back it’s probably a good thing I did it that way — because there is still a copy of that very first show! (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 24 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)
August 28, 1999: The last “Bozo’s Big Top” Show in Grand Rapids, MI
Today marks a sad anniversary for anyone who grew up in West Michigan during the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s or 90’s. It was on this day, August 28, 1999 that the very last local version of “Bozo’s Big Top” aired on WZZM TV-13. (READ MORE)
August 5, 1957: “American Bandstand” debuted on ABC
On August 5, 1957, ABC TV kicked off “American Bandstand” with host Dick Clark. (READ MORE)
Darla Jaye on National TV
If you listed to morning radio in West Michigan back in the late 80s and early 90s you’ll remember the name Darla Jaye. You probably even remember her infamous laugh. Well now Darla has shown up on national TV! (READ MORE)