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!
Tom Cook
Christmas Tree Recycling Information
Hope you and the family had a Merry Christmas!
Too soon, January will be here, we'll be breaking new years resolutions and again having to work a whole five days in a row! That means you'll soon be taking down decorations and will need need a place for the Christmas tree.
Sunday Morning Townsquare – December 23 2012
This week on Sunday Morning Townsquare, Paul speaks with:
Dr. Matthew Clark, The Clark Institute
Brian Parks, BL²END
Thanks for listening!
One Of the Best Cat Videos Of 2012
As every year comes to an end, we look back on stories, pictures, videos, events - you name it - and look for "the best" of the year.
In fact, this week, You Tube released their top 3 viral videos of the year.
And such is the cycle every 12 months...
GVSU Student Creates A Graduation Prank Out Of Her Name
This is too good to not share. GVSU student Kelsie Frick made a quick change to the note card that announcers read from, just before the commencement ceremony began.
What would've normally been "Kelsie Elise Frick" became "Fricken Awesome...
Long Island Medium in Grand Rapids
The "Long Island Medium" - Theresa Caputo - from TLC is coming to Grand Rapids on March 2nd.
She'll be at DeVos Performance Hall on Saturday, March 2nd at 7pm to give interactive readings to audience members throughout the show. She'll also share personal stories about her life and her gifts...
Ten Most-Hazardous Michigan Roads Are In Grand Rapids Area
Many people around here complain about the condition of roads. Honestly, I don't get it. Roads around here are certainly not as bad as what you'd find near Detroit.
Alas, the Michigan DOT released their "2012 Transparency Report" outlining the most needed safety improvements on Michigan roads...
The Layaway Santa
Writing this, I have to be honest ... I believe holiday season generally brings out the worst in people. Everyone is rude, impatient, stressed out, broke and tired. They're spending money they don't have, to buy presents for someone they probably don't like, who likely won't appreciate the gift...
Cutest E-Card Ever
Okay, so it's especially cute if you're a dog lover. Which I am.
This was floating around as an e-card a few years ago and it's been converted to video now. Meet a little canine friend preparing for and hoping to meet Santa.
So stinkin' cute...
Sunday Morning Townsquare – December 16 2012
This week on Sunday Morning Townsquare, Paul speaks with:
Glenn Del Vecchio, Grand Rapids Ballet
Casey Stratton, singer/songwriter/musician
Thanks for listening!
Sunday Morning Townsquare – December 9 2012
This week on Sunday Morning Townsquare, Paul speaks with:
Teresa Weatherall-Neal, Superintendent, Grand Rapids Public Schools
Lisa Puente from D.A. Blodgett - St. John's
Thanks for listening!
Clothing Drive To Benefit YWCA Domestic Violence Shelter
Here at Channel 95-7, we're always eager to help fellow residents of GR and West Michigan. So I wanted to tell you about a drive to collect winter clothing items for the YWCA of West Central Michigan.
Girl Bitten By Dolphin At SeaWorld
Have you seen this video floating around the internet today? It's from SeaWorld in Orlando.
A girl was feeding the dolphins when one jumped up and bit her hand. But before anyone rushes to judgment, the dolphin was being, well, a dolphin...