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
GRCC Warns of Scam Artist Claiming to be Fundraising for the College
A man knocking on doors here in Grand Rapids, claiming to be collecting cash donations for Grand Rapids Community College and the Boys and Girls Club of Grand Rapids, is actually attempting to scam people, according to GRCC.
Grand Rapids’ Founders Brewing Co. Announces Another Expansion
Founders Brewing Co. announced Tuesday that they plan to expand their brewery production facility at their current site, 235 Grandville Ave SW. Pending approvals, Founders expects to break ground on this expansion in late October.
West Michigan Teen Killed In Early Morning Hit-And-Run Identified
Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that killed a West Michigan teen Tuesday morning.
Investigators have identified the victim as 15-year-old Jonathan Bracamontes of Holland. He was hit by a car while walking around 6:15 a.m. near the intersection of U.S. 31 and Riley Street.
Bill Gates Tops Forbes 400 For 21st Year, While Meijer Brothers Doug and Hank, Richard DeVos Make Top 100
Forbes magazine today released its listing of the 400 richest Americans, with Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates remaining in the top spot for the 21st straight year.
In addition, Meijer co-chairmen, brothers Hank Meijer and Doug Meijer, and Amway co-founder Richard DeVos both making the top 100.
Body Found In Macatawa River in Holland
Police are investigating after the discovery of a body Friday morning in the Macatawa River in Holland.
Simple Shrimp Alfredo Recipe [Video]
How about a simple shrimp alfredo recipe that almost everyone will love?
The decadently creamy Knorr Pasta Sides Alfredo becomes a delicious meal for four when you add juicy shrimp, plump cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach.
WZZM-13: Haz-Mat Situation Unfolds at Haviland in Grand Rapids
Several emergency crews are being dispatched to a hazardous-materials situation on Grand Rapids' west side.
Public safety scanner traffic indicates a chlorine spill or leak at Haviland in the 400 block of Ann Street NW.
RECALL: HP and Compaq Laptop Cords
There's another recall to tell you about. This one applies if you own an HP or Compaq laptop/notebook computer.
HP is recalling over 5 million power cords because of a risk of overheating and melting or charring. The power cord is the LS-15 AC model...
Labor Fest 2014 Today in Grand Rapids’ Ah-Nab-Awen Park
Hard to believe September is here, isn't it? Seems like the summer went awfully fast.
But here it is, Labor Day. And if you're looking for something to do today, I'd like to point you toward Ah-Nab-Awen Park in Grand Rapids for Labor Fest 2014...
RECALL: Various Model In-Wall Air Conditioner/Heat Pumps
Here's another recall to tell you about. This will likely not apply if you're a homeowner, but may be more important if you're in a condo, apartment or own residential or commercial property.
A recall has been issued for certain Amana, Century, Comfort-Aire, Goodman and York International "Terminal Air Conditioner/Heat Pump" units...
Grand Rapids’ Grand Crossings Bridge Walk on Labor Day
The yearly Grand Crossings Bridge Walk is set for Monday morning in downtown Grand Rapids.
The walk will start at 8 a.m. at Ah-Nab-Awen Park at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum and will be led by Grand Rapids Mayor George Heartwell.
Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Shakes North Bay Area and Napa Valley California
Residents of the San Francisco Bay Area and Napa Valley were shaken awake by a 6.0 magnitude earthquake on Sunday morning. The earthquake hit around 3:30am local time and was centered just south of Napa, California.
This was the strongest earthquake to hit California since 1989 when a 6...