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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Kentucky Dog Owners! You Can Tell How Long Your Dog Will Live Just By Looking At Its Face
A new study of 155 breeds of dogs says you may be able to tell how long a dog will live just by looking at the shape of its face.
St. Louis Cardinals Fans! You Can Get Discounted Tickets to See Them Play in 2024
The American Cancer Society has announced plans for its 2024 ACS Day at the Ballpark with the St. Louis Cardinals. Here's how to get discounted tickets!
This Kentucky Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe Will Make You Feel Like You’re in Italy
February 7th is National Fettuccine Alfredo Day and we're celebrating with a recipe that features some delicious Kentucky Proud products.
Scrumptious Photos of the $7 Burgers Competing in Owensboro Burger Week 2024
Owensboro Burger Week 2024 is March 1st through the 9th and we're giving you a sneak preview of the $7 burgers that are competing for top honors this year!
Legendary KISS Guitarist Ace Frehley Coming to Beaver Dam Amphitheatre
Legendary KISS guitarist Ace Frehley and Foghat are coming to the Beaver Dam Amphitheatre in 2024. Show and ticket info here!
How to Get Your Taxes Prepared for Free in Owensboro, Kentucky
The Green River Asset Building Coalition is once again offering FREE income tax preparation assistance. Here's how to qualify.
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.
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.
Texas Boy with Kentucky Roots Raises Money for St. Jude in Honor of His Late Brother
Brock Pederson passed away from childhood cancer 3 and 1/2 years ago. Now his younger brother Coop is Batting for Brock and raising money for St. Jude in his honor.
A Massive Health and Fitness Center is Coming to Owensboro
Owensboro Athletic Club has announced plans for a new 90,000 square foot, state-of-the-art fitness center. Here's what we know about Club One!
Meet the Man Thruston Elementary School in Kentucky Was Named After
In the late 1970s, I attended Thruston Elementary School just outside the city limits of Owensboro, KY. I just recently learned about the man the school was named after.