Hello! I’m JR. I was born in Flint and lived in and around there until I was about 12 when my family moved south (hence the decidedly non-Michigander accent you hear). I went to high school and college in Tennessee and got my radio start there too. My career has since taken me to Texas, Virginia and Maine as well. I’m the proud dad of a daughter and two sons—the youngest of whom is a special needs child who owns my heart. When I’m not at the radio station, I enjoy live music, karaoke, bowling, and finding new restaurants to try. I’m excited to be back home in Michigan, and I look forward to reacquainting myself with my home state!
JR
Big Year Shaping Up for Ticks and Lyme Disease in Michigan
This year's shaping up to be one of the worst in memory for the potential spread of Lyme Disease in Michigan. Here are the worst places for it in the state, and what's to blame.
The Chicks, The Sting & 9 Other Michigan Teams You Forgot Existed
Everyone knows the Lions, Tigers, Pistons and Red Wings, but Michigan's had tons of other sports teams over the years as well. Here are some you've forgotten.
Michigan Has Two of the Top 10 Small Towns in the Midwest
USA Today has released its list of the Top 10 Small Towns in the Midwest, and two of them are right here in Michigan. That's great, but they missed these.
Beerfest at the Ballpark Returns to Lansing This Weekend
Lansing's Beerfest at the Ballpark is back April 20, with more than 5 dozen breweries/cideries expected to be on-site.
Michigan: This Trendy Burger Topping Could Make You Sick
Olive burgers are one thing, but Michigan's inexplicably falling in love with this other nasty burger topping. It might actually make you physically sick.
These Are the 18 Best-Rated Public Golf Courses in Michigan
Looking to play golf, but without the hassle of a private club? These are the 18 best-rated public golf courses in Michigan.
UPDATE: Lansing Officers Were Shot With Detective’s Gun
Lansing Police say two of their own were shot by a suspect who had wrestled a firearm away from an investigating detective on Wednesday.
This City Is The Traffic Accident Capital of Michigan
The numbers don't lie. You're more likely to get into a car accident in this Michigan city than you are anywhere else in the state.
Survey Names Michigan’s Fave Fast Food Fries (And They’re Wrong)
Who makes the best fast food french fries in Michigan? Here's the answer - and why it's wrong.
Is This Really the Best Bakery in Michigan?
Is this the best bakery in Michigan? Yelp thinks so. Find out what makes Shatila Bakery so special, and peek at some of our favorite delectable delights!