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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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.
Put Your ‘Thumbs Up’ and Join the Fight Against Childhood Cancer in Kentucky
As the 2024 WBKR St. Jude Radiothon continues, we're taking some time to remember a young man who encouraged us all to put our "Thumbs Up" for children battling cancer. Here's our tribute to the remarkable Lane Goodwin.
A Record Number of Restaurants Set to Compete in Owensboro Burger Week 2024
Owensboro Burger Week 2024 is coming up March 1st through the 9th. This year's event will feature $7 burgers from a record number of participating restaurants.
How to Become a 2024 St. Jude Partner in Hope and Get a T-Shirt and Hoodie
There's an exciting change coming to the 2024 WBKR/Window World St. Jude Radiothon. Partners in Hope will receive a 'This Shirt Saves Lives' t-shirt AND a hoodie too! Here's how to become a Partner!
The Oldest City in Kentucky Turns 250 This Year and There’s a Big Celebration Planned
Harrodsburg, Kentucky, which was founded way back in 1774, will celebrate its 250th birthday this year with a huge celebration festival. Here's what's planned.
There’s a MAMAW Festival Coming to Kentucky and It May Not Be What You Think
There's a new festival coming to Eastern Kentucky. It's called MAMAW Fest and it may not be exactly what you're thinking.
90s Country Fans! The 2024 Roots and Boots Tour Coming to Beaver Dam Amphitheatre
The 2024 Roots & Boots Tour is coming to Beaver Dam Amphitheatre. It will feature Aaron Tippin, Sammy Kershaw, Collin Raye and Deana Carter. Here's how to get tickets.
*NSYNC’s Chris Kirkpatrick Headlines Pop 2000 Tour at Beaver Dam Amphitheatre in KY
The Pop 2000 Tour is rolling into Beaver Dam Amphitheatre in July 2024. It will be headline and hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick from *NSYNC.
Did You Know That Three Men from Kentucky Have Been Named ‘Sexiest Man Alive’?
Since the honor was created in 1985, People Magazine has named 35 different men 'The Sexiest Man Alive.' Three of them are from Kentucky.
With Snow in the Forecast for Kentucky and Indiana, Is It Safe to Eat It?
When I was a kid, we were warned that we shouldn't eat snow or snow cream because it could have lead in it. But is that true? Is snow safe to eat?