You can catch Chad daily- with the fabulously fun Mary-Katherine Maddox- from 6a-10am CST Monday through Friday on WBKR. In addition to flapping his lips on the air, Chad emcees a variety of events all over Kentucky- charity functions, concerts, the monthly Rooster Booster Breakfast for the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce, dance/cheer competitions and more. He's a big fan of ALL kinds of music ranging from Eric Church to the Jonas Brothers to Orville Peck to Kelly Clarkson (the goddess) to Luke Combs, Beyonce and more. And, he FREAKING LOVES THE 80s. Chad enjoys traveling the world, playing tennis, riding bikes, and spending time at home with his husband Kevin, two rescued Bichon Frises (Ellie and Yogi) and a rescued Cairn Terrier mix named Simon.
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If You Don’t Think You Like Brussels Sprouts, This Recipe Will Change Your Mind
Forget what you think you know about Brussels sprouts. Catherine Dowdy, from the UK Cooperative Extension Office in Owensboro, KY, is sharing a recipe for Brussels sprouts that you have to try!
What Does It Mean When You See a Red Sky in the Morning?
Have you ever heard the old adage "Red sky at night, sailor's delight. Red sky in the morning, sailor's warning?" What exactly does that mean and is there any truth to it?
Share Your Indiana, Kentucky, or Illinois Pet Adoption Story & Help a Shelter Win $1,000
If you adopted a pet in Southern IN, Western KY, or Southern IL, we want to hear your 'happy tail'! The winning pet parent will win $100 Amazon card and the shelter their pet came from will win $1,000!
Do You Remember the Amazingly Fun Log Ride at Opryland U.S.A.?
Here's a look back at Opryland U.S.A.- the beloved theme park in Nashville, Tennessee. Here's archived footage of the park's popular log ride called "Flume Zoom."
The Star of Elsbeth, the New CBS Crime Series, Has Ties to Evansville, IN
Carrie Preston, the star of the new CBS crime show Elsbeth, has ties to Evansville, Indiana.
Lainey Wilson’s Biggest Fan is a 3-Year-Old Girl Right Here in Kentucky
Meet Addie Kate Hardesty! The young singer from Owensboro, KY is country music star Lainey Wilson's biggest fan and really wants to meet her.
Indiana Mortician Wows Judges and Sings with Luke Bryan on American Idol
Kennedy Reid, a New Albany, Indiana mortician was featured on the season premiere of American Idol. She also got the chance to sing a duet with Luke Bryan.
Big & Rich and Gretchen Wilson Coming to Beaver Dam Amphitheatre in Kentucky
Big & Rich and Gretchen Wilson are teaming up for the 2024 Celebration Tour and they're coming to Beaver Dam Amphitheatre this July!
Holiday World Seeks 2,200 Team Members for the 2024 Season and You Can Apply Now
Holiday World in Santa Claus, Indiana is now hiring 2,200 seasonal employees. Here's how to apply for a position at the popular amusement park.
Remembering Toby Keith and His 2002 Concert at Roberts Stadium in Evansville, IN
Toby Keith has passed away at the age of 62 and we're remembering his iconic 2002 concert at Roberts Stadium in Evansville. Here's the set list from that show.
Country Music Star Chris Janson Will Play Free Concert in Owensboro, KY
Country music star Chris Janson has been tapped to play a free concert at the BBQ & Barrels festival in downtown Owensboro, Kentucky!
New Documentary About the Rebuilding of Kentucky After 2021 Tornado Releases First Trailer
A new documentary about the months and years following the tornado is being released this spring and one Owensboro man's footage is at the center of the film. Chris Conley, a local videographer, told me about his experience.