Out with the old, and in the with new. That’s exactly what happened on June 27, 1985 when Route 66 was officially removed from the United States Highway System. In it’s place…Interstate highways. (READ MORE)
June 27, 2000: Rick’s Audition Tape
When you apply for a job in radio, not only do you need to send a resumé, but you need to send them some audio of just what you do on the air. On June 27, 2000, Rick happened to find an audition tape of his from years prior. (READ MORE)
June 27 in History: The First ATM Arrives, Route 66 Ends, and “WALL-E” Hits Theaters
On June 27 in history, the first ATM was installed, Route 66 officially ended, Space Shuttle Columbia launched, and Pixar’s “WALL-E” premiered in theaters. (READ MORE)
June 26 in History: Harry Potter Debuts, the First Barcode Scan, and the U.S. Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage
On June 26 in history, Harry Potter was published, the first barcode was scanned, the U.N. Charter was signed, and same-sex marriage became legal nationwide in the United States. (READ MORE)
June 25 in History: Custer’s Last Stand, Microsoft Incorporates, and Michael Jackson Dies
On June 25 in history, Custer’s Last Stand occurred, Microsoft incorporated, Windows 98 launched, and Michael Jackson died unexpectedly. (READ MORE)
June 24 in History: The NFL Is Named, Apple Releases iPhone 4, and Roe v. Wade Is Overturned
On June 24 in history, the NFL got its name, Apple released the iPhone 4, the UFO craze began, and the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. (READ MORE)
Remembering “Big Sid”
If you lived in west Michigan in 1978 and someone mentioned the name “Big Sid” — you knew exactly what they were talking about. (READ MORE)