September 18, 1981 — wow, there was so much going on in downtown Grand Rapids to prepare for the dedication of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum. (READ MORE)
September 1995: Rick, Darla & Scott Move from KLQ to GRD
What were you doing in 1995? I can tell you exactly where I was. We were in the process of moving our morning show from one radio station to another one just a few blocks away! (READ MORE)
September 11, 2001 – The United States was Attacked
I will never forget Tuesday, September 11, 2001. The day we were attacked on our own soil. We lost 2,996 innocent lives (not to mention all those people who have died due to complications since then) and over 6,000 people were injured. (READ MORE)
September 4, 2017: Walking the “Mighty” Mackinac Bridge with Mom
My mother, Gloria, had talked about wanting to walk across the Mackinac Bridge for many years. About 5 or 6 years ago, I had plans to take her up to make the hike across the bridge, but she injured a rib and she couldn’t make it. 2017 was the year we finally made it happen! (READ MORE)
August 31, 1997 – Princess Diana Dies
Princess Diana’s death is one of those moments in history where you remember exactly where you were, and what you were doing, when you heard the news. (READ MORE)
August 28, 1999: The last “Bozo’s Big Top” Show in Grand Rapids, MI
Today marks a sad anniversary for anyone who grew up in West Michigan during the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s or 90’s. It was on this day, August 28, 1999 that the very last local version of “Bozo’s Big Top” aired on WZZM TV-13. (READ MORE)
August 14, 2003: Northeast Blackout
It was a normal Thursday afternoon in the summer, or so many people thought. Then almost 55 million people found themselves without power. (READ MORE)