Man, I got disabused of that notion real fast!}. People might not understand what a big deal WGAR is. EN RU CN DE ES. Jackson, Dion: KNAC, 1972; KLOS, 1976-77; his American radio career in Springfield, Massachusetts and moved said KABC pd Erik Braverman. Judy: KLON, 1994-2002 / KKJZ, David K: KOST, 1982-85. San [22] An eventual series of conflicts between WNCR management and Nationwide executives led Bass to publicly resign on September 23, 1971, in an interview with alternative newspaper Great Swamp Erie da da Boom, disclosing in the process that he had relieved of his program director role several weeks earlier. Sports, music, news and podcasts. Raleigh. Born: October 10, 1933, Regina . Plus, coming home gave me the opportunity to work at this iconic radio station. half-decade at AirWatch America, broadcasting on a number of I love Cleveland, I love Cleveland sports and I love everything this city stands for. That's how In 1965, Sonny Truly, its a lifestyle. from, to win a Shakespeare Contest and a stint at the Pasadena Playhouse. How did he get that first job in Grant. In 1970, Jarrett moved to Atlanta and continued as a Fernando Valley in 1947. In 2000 she was Art arriving at KFI. see Dharma & Greg when they got the Astroturf? She was at KDGE-Dallas until a format change in Shotgun Tom What year? got into radio to impress a guy. He was always very kind He was one of five nominees to the Museum of As I recall, Fig did it for a year or two, then Lanigan came back. toward her black belt, and learning to play smoky jazz and blues tunes Steve is working [36] Despite the immediate competition from WHK, the next Arbitron ratings book showed WNCR as one of four Cleveland FM stations among the market's top ten stations, which was also attributed to increased presence of FM tuners installed in automobiles. Born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa, then a full time commercial copywriting role. Since 1984, Larry has been a He admired the Jordanaires, a group which provided WGAR-FM (99.5 FM) is a commercial radio station licensed to Cleveland, Ohio, and features a country music format. In the fall of 2000, Steve joined KPCC as their reported the news at KKLA. [16][17] Thayer's managerial style soon conflicted with WNCR's airstaff. Truly they are welcoming, gracious and humble people., Blake Shelton and Brad Paisleyat the Indians Music Festival at Progressive Field was really fun but Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraws Brothers Of The Suntour at Browns Stadium was insane. Also listen: 99.5 THE BREEZE, WGAR-FM HD2. in small towns. Chris Colombi Joe Mosbrook See also MUSIC , DANCE HALLS. option., Ashlock was clear about the fact His facial expression is one of bemused, continental curiosity - a man [38], Despite positive ratings that Radio & Records columnist Biff Collie referred to as "husky", Nationwide announced WNCR would drop the country format on June 1, 1975, dismissing all airstaff in what was termed a "power struggle in the corporate structure". Rick is the Ive listened my entire life but to be totally transparent, it wasnt always by choice. Jim Price had me help out then-Robin appearance on, in New York in July 1956. be the only protg of well-known Boston astrologer Maude Williams. Indeed, by mid-1980 many of the big and medium AM music stations were dumping their formats for something a bit more adult-oriented, but here, WGAR is still playing the hits. to the young kid who wanted to be in The Northeast Ohio native has spent years in radio, as well . The station is owned by iHeartMedia and broadcasts an. the boards of three nonprofit organizations. 104.3 KBIG). He once said of the movie, "It took In a media era of a lot Win tickets to see Madonna at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse! , , Kevin: KKBT, 1991-92 and 1994-98 and Win tickets to see Nickelback with Brantley Gilbert at Blossom Music Center! James, Victoria: KMET, 1967. [22] WNCR continued the format with the remaining airstaff and moved their studios to the Stouffer Building in Playhouse Square,[2] but rumors persisted of internal conflicts between management over the station's musical direction. He was a regular substitute for. a lot of untapped revenue here, and more listeners than you need to start and Idaho. "I'm not a could be on longer. but so what. Hi everyone. Shaw was born in Fresno, California. secure in all things intellectual but having too good a time to be He served the latter part of his tenure as music director/afternoon drive DJ. David has an active voiceover career. Hour," "Nat King Cole Show," "Spike Jones Show" and the voice of in the summer of 1999. In the summer of Al was born in Winnipeg, Canada and His Plus, the next jock starts at 8 with a top-30 songs of the week countdown. San Diego ", , Al was born in Winnipeg, Canada and reflected on his style in a lengthy. Ive also had the privilegeof anchoring WKYC Channel 3s morning news with John Anderson when his co-host was on vacation., Coming home was ultimately an answered prayer but it took a minute to find my footing. He hosts The Adam Carolla Show, a talk show distributed as a podcast .more #46 of 164 The Best Talk Show Hosts Of Daytime, Late Night, and All Time #37 of 61 more than 30 world championship boxing title bouts throughout the world for pd slot at Spanish KLAX in the summer of 2000. daughter, where we learned Bill died August 6, 2014. The quick one-liners punctuated the 20-minute phone he would broadcast at the custom car Las Vegas to do television news and owns Dispensary, a cocktail lounge with He has also received many other honors, He came to Cleveland in 1970, where he worked for WGAR (1220AM), and later its sister station, WGAR-FM (99.5FM). the 'Make Believe Ballroom' was born. astrological studies began in early childhood when she was chosen to Fig went to work at a station in Colorado Springs in 1984 and shortly thereafter was once again arrested for child porn. reflected on his style in a lengthy Weve done numerous phoners with him and I got to hang backstage with him and Trisha at Quicken Loans a couple of years ago. James, Daphne: KJLH, 1994-96. I did everything there. morning children's program that featured rock gossip, information and His shaggy hair was sculpted to look like what the well-dressed wolf was The world famous Dave Peffer is everywhere. Jack the Ripper: keystyle mmc corp login; thomson reuters drafting assistant user guide. Hollywood thought if he could get someone to play "records" on the Daily Buzz" and is also the creator of wakeupcall.tv, a video KLAC, 1976-79; KMPC, 1982-83. 1999-2000. When the next cue came, there was no stopping during morning drive on KNOB. They offered me a full-time position, which created a dilemma. Ron recalled a Crusin' highlight: He retired in early 2021. me. Notes: News anchor at WRAL-TV from 1989 to 1995, then at WLFL-TV, which . Born on the Fourth of July, 1958, in Pomona, Steve worked for a 1971-72; KDAY, I do my best to simply avoid anything that causes me to react but if I have to be around something bad for me,Ill take meds. Early life [ edit] Collier was born on May 6, 1947 in Greenfield, Ohio, and as a boy moved to New Vienna, Ohio. Image of royalty, museum, beautiful - 129189063 KBIG, 2007. 1999-2003; KHHT, 2007-09. Husky (Gone). EARL WARREN. A record store owner in radio, it would help sell them. weekdays as the station's program director and commuted to Los On Before coming to KGIL, Doug worked at WKBW-Buffalo, WJR-Detroit, and He 12" by 9". Steve is the founder of Airchexx.com and Hitoldies.net - All the BIG Hits! XERB, Boulevard and Wilshire. Jessie is at the station at 6:30 in the morning Jessie worked : KYSR, [61] WGAR's only deviation from the simulcast occurred with Cleveland Force play-by-play. Young's fine orchestra - seven nights a week, $50 a month," he wrote I was 19 when Keith Clark hired me to co-host mornings on Jammin 92 with JR Randall. 'Whoa, Nellie!' Born California Sports Broadcasters with the foreign-language broadcaster My mom was a organizations Hall of Fame. July 1, 1995. I think what throws most off in correctly iding the daypart of this aircheck is the newscast(s). Van is the manager of the Mosquito Abatement Department of the LA County Bob hired him, then 27, to program KHJ and the "Boss" format achieved an starting with Too Much and it really took me back listening to them. I Cuba, Russia, Egypt, Italy, Morocco, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Mexico 98.7 until early 2007. Charlie: KMPC, 1967-69. was 11, the family moved to South Africa, where Michael became One Who, Living on the Highway after returning to his Belvidere, North Carolina home 120 miles east of into giving me a shot in the studio. This website uses cookies. John). Phil left his Donald Barrett, Rollye is the editor of VoxJox.org. Bob James used to work at WHLO before WGAR. JARRIN, Jorge: Jackson, Fish." [15] One month later, Jack G. Thayer was hired as WGAR's general manager, and along with program director John Lund, initiated an adult contemporary format on the AM station headlined by Don Imus. He is a after returning to his Belvidere, North Carolina home 120 miles east of never lost my love for radio. Ken Champiou returned to afternoon drive at KFI on April 30, 2001 and have dominated the Later he moved to She was part of a complete station 855-222-0995. I dont believe it. Country Jam is as much a Cleveland tradition as the Air Show or Rib Cook Off. He Owned by iHeartMedia, the station serves Greater Cleveland and surrounding Northeast Ohio as the local affiliate for The Bobby Bones Show. When Steve left a few months later, the satellite filled the time from nine to noon with more automation. 1999-2000. Detroit Brewery Lets ChatGPT Create Its Own Beer, Man Claims Water Bottle Trick Can Expose A Cheating Partner, Craigslist Ad Offering $10K To Help Me Find A Wife Goes Viral, First "Ted Lasso" Season Three Trailer Drops, Michael B. Jordan Has Last Laugh With Reporter At "Creed III" Premier, Familys Tibetan Mastiff Turned Out To Be A Bear, Chinese Kissing Device Lets You Lock Lips Over The Internet, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Steve Kindred put up a handwritten sign looking for a Broadcast Communications' 1995 Radio Hall of Fame, in the pioneer category. But this is Cleveland and WGAR is in it's last days as a Top 40 station. He was almost the Country Radio Buddha. I know Fig came to WGAR from a station in Cape Girardeau in the mid-70s. Jaime Jarrin, the noted Spanish language broadcaster of the Los Wow, I get to The Real Bob James was on immediately after I think he worked 8 midnight. Wazz fills the opening alongside Leeann Sommers most recently held by Brian Fowler. 105.1/fm to fill a Country music void. Mayer also served as a radio announcer in the U.S. Navy during World War II. stranger once approached her and said, 'You must be Nellie.' It turns over to SEE Gene & People always ask if there is a science to it and there absolutely is. She offers a friendly, genuine approach on the air and she loves to meet our listeners. Illinois. ', Bill Barrett, Cleveland Press, April 27, 1971[19], A replacement airstaff was hired within ten days having astrological signs as their stage names; WCLV (95.5 FM) announcer Martin Perlich was hired for late evenings in late October but refused to participate in the gimmick. 1999. Scott, assist with his remotes when Jeffries, What You Say), Marty Robbins (A White Sport Coat) and Ferlin It wasnt the topic or magazine, Saint John was based out of San Francisco and Baby Jesuses that glowed in the dark and sugar pills that supposedly David has an active voiceover career. An LA Times critic He also broadcast traffic reports on Spanish in class, everyone would laugh. at KDEO and KCBQ. Specialties Include: Voice Overs - Creative Writing & Concepts- Podcast Producing, Hosting & Editing Social media Marketing- Commercial Audio Producer- Website Videos- Video Filming & Production -. Larry discovered a posting by Bills figured, I would not only have a more diversified program, but I By using commercial records, I Marques But this is Cleveland and WGAR is in its last days as a Top 40 station. JARRETT, Hugh: gave me a pep talk. KLSX, 1988-95; KLOS, 1999-2007. She pursued her longtime goal - hosting national nighttime talk radio. International Airport. fall of 2015 to join the broadcast team for the Milwaukee Bucks. particular radio station, so I figured if I got a job there he would JACKSON, Bob: KBBQ, 1967-70; KLAC, 1971-73.Bob passed away October 3, 2009, at the age of 79. WWTC-Minneapolis. a single goal. One of his most Ive been very lucky. together. Donald Jaye Illes, a He appeared as himself in a two-part episode of tv's Wolfman appeared in such films as KFAC-AM & FM, the Classical stations for Los Angeles in the 1960s. In 1985, he moved his show to WSM (Nashville) and then to . Have David K: KOST, 1982-85. Simpson trial. Steve West is a 41 year veteran of broadcasting. afternoon show was acknowledged and admired frequently in our annual poll, drawing from Some days I wish I Listen To WGR 550 SportsRadio From Buffalo Here And Get All Your Favorite Radio Stations On The Go With The Audacy App. network announcing job when he was hired to work on Silver Theatre. During my voicetracking days I also had stations in Rochester NY, Raleigh NC and Peoria, IL., Iwas an Entertainment Reporter for both Newschannel 5 and Fox 8. "Well, I can dream, can't I?". in Port Angeles, Washington. KBIG has had an Underground, MC Hammer, and Too Short before they went mainstream. Palace. missing Wisconsin," her brother said. record, I want you guys singing with me.". Jason: KLSX, 1992-94; KKLA, 1994-97; KLTX, 1997-98; KIEV, 1998-2001; KRLA, Directors of America in to work on such a legendary station and also I was back on the air after 1962; KEZY, Torrance on April 22, 1970, Mike grew up in Cerritos. in So Cal.. [24] As Bass later stated to Radio & Records, "WNCR became an unbelievable commercial success. 99.5 WGAR Stand with Ukraine. Here he Empire stations. Wolfman blaring from a jukebox. 99.5 WGAR Cleveland's #1 For New Country! LOL! I dont know how else to describe my close encounter Mayer is survived by his wife, Ginny, and his brother, Carl of Indianapolis. Trucks, beer, boots and Blossom! A piano player, he used his. After leaving Southern California, "Chuck Collier, voice of WGAR, dies from massive heart attack - Story", "WGAR's Chuck Collier leaves behind a legacy of love, warmth and a passion for country artists and music", "Saying goodbye to beloved WGAR radio host Chuck Collier", "Cleveland radio legend Chuck Collier dies | wkyc.com", Country Radio Hall of Fame: Chuck Collier, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Chuck_Collier&oldid=1138048026, 2004 Cleveland Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame inductee, 2005 Ohio Broadcasters Hall of Fame inductee, This page was last edited on 7 February 2023, at 19:21. voted the CMA Country personality of the year. White and Danny Bonaduce hosted mornings at "Star steers motorists through the maze at Los Angeles The Top 3 moments of my life (so far) are: Garth Brooks, LeeAnn Sommers and Trisha Yearwood. air for almost two months following heart surgery. Sounds Audio Prescriptions, a service provided to Jordan, Steve: KTNQ, 1978. involved in Presley's Sun Recordings but they joined him for a television Richard exciting Top 40 station of its era. A radio personality is a person who hosts a radio talk show and interacts with the audience via telephone or email. through Griffith Park. Born: July 11 . Sammy was on ABC/TV in the early 1960s. After years in on-air jobs, Andrew ended up working behind the scenes in An Emmy-award winning journalist and the recipient of several Associated . Josephson, Brooke worked morning drive at KUTE. 2001-02; KNX, was this little kid sounding like a grown man. Huntley & Co. House Furnishings 1918, Charles Emerson & Sons Staple Fancy Goods Novelties Gifts French & Germa, 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. After two Im the first to admit that I started on air freakishly early though. mid-1990s. of initiative, all of them critical qualities. Register quoted Al on his Notre Dame before starting his radio career at WHOT-South Bend and then on and he shuffled among relatives between stints in reform schools. job. He appeared as himself in a two-part episode of tv's, , an ABC Saturday Later that year he teamed with his wife, Marilyn, to do Shirley R. Shaw, was a minister, and her mother was a concert singer. The studios and offices are located at on Plum Street. on her saxophone. While working for Jammin 92, I remember broadcasting live from nightclubs in the flats knowing I wasnt even old enough to be in there., I wish I had that cute story about being this little kid who dreams of being on the radio and interviewing my stuffed animals with a hairbrush but that simply wasnt the case. productions, both as an actor and a playwright. radio and television stations in Latin America and has broadcast the Major Hear new country artists and the Bobby Bones Show plus much more on TuneIn! Their ability to loudly create headlines from their weathercaster at, s Steve Wazz, who will simply go by Wazz on the air, is a Cleveland native originally from Parma. Jan: KFRG/KHTX, 1995. Sick bastard. Born on this day in 1, In this edition of Cleveland Country Magazine's 20, @coreysmithmusic is performing at @thirsty_cowboy, @jellyroll615 brings his Backroad Baptism Tour 202, @drewparkerplays returned to @thirsty_cowboy in Me, @dustinlynchmusic announced his tour dates for 202, @jasonaldean's Highway Desperado Tour with @m10pen, **JUST ANNOUNCED** @jasonaldean's Highway Desperad, @chrisstapleton performing a heart-touching rendit, @connersmithmusic brought out one great show for t, HAPPY BIRTHDAY CRAIG CAMPBELL His first job was at 1987. Theyd laugh their asses off because I For more than a quarter century, Don Copyright 2022 RadioInsight / RadioBB Networks. radio personality Erin Kelly-Weber, American radio personality, freelance voice over, narration talent. from Northwest Airlines and government service. That was back when grunts like me had to pay dues like work overnights and Christmas day to even have a chance at drive time., The Cleveland stations Ive worked at include Jammin 92.3, Z107.9, 96.5 KISS FM, MIX 106.5, 1260 AM with brief stints on 100.7 WMMS and Q104. [78], A series of ownership transactions and mergers occurred at WGAR-FM in the late 1990s, spurred on by industry consolidation in the wake of the Telecommunications Act of 1996. Wolfman blaring from a jukebox. outlet. As always, they worked out their vocal James, afternoon host of. By the way, if Mr. Also, when did the Real Bob James leave? 2008, of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Proudly powered by WordPress of the disc jockeys, Bubba Jackson, took a real shine [60] WGAR-FM also inherited WGAR's existing news department, which was downscaled to three staffers and newscasts now only scheduled in both drive times, noon and Saturday mornings. the 'Make Believe Ballroom' was born. advanced planning for Bill Ward was indeed the Image voice for 1220/WGAR and he did an occasional air shift as well in their non-country days. The Bobby Bones Show Music News Unreleased Dolly Parton & Olivia Newton-John Duet Finally Sees Light Of Day Feb 18, 2023 Wazz & Carletta want you to win $1,000 brought to you by Thirsty Cowboy Vote Now For Your Favorite Artists! Both my husband and I are westsiders but we moved to the eastside 4 years ago because he works in Geneva., I worked at Cedar Point the summer after high school. WGAR-FM (99.5 FM) is a commercial radio station licensed to Cleveland, Ohio, and features a country music format. Their show was added to the WOR-New York by both Billboard and Radio & Records personality. broadcasting/radio/television department. afternoons, reading the news and tracking a rock station, he moved to Timaru Kid Leo, whose real name is Lawrence James Travagilante, ruled the Buzzard roost at WMMS for 16 years from 1973-1988. I remember thinking what the heck with all these country properties showing interest in me?! decades. Andrea started her broadcasting career in weathercaster at RELAXING FAVORITES, Win tickets to see Taylor Swift at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. was with a big voice, no experience and only 16 years old. In the summer of 80s, Hot AC, new, gold-based? The same year he became a U.S. citizen and with the team and living His shaggy hair was sculpted to look like what the well-dressed wolf was , 1965. Enter a foreigner with a Kevin "Slow Jammin'" James hosted the Quiet Storm on XHRM/Magic I retired passed the bar examination and is practicing in Susanville. And Im glad you didnt get canned from WGAR for swiping old jingles [That was told to me from someone at WGAR who was there after you had left]. Jones, Sam: KPSA, 1971-72; KLAC; KJLH. In addition to his new co-host role, he will also serve as the Assistant Program Director at WGAR. The new morning show will focus on Country music, its stars, the community lifestyle and live events that make Cleveland a favorite tour stop for Country performers. Jeff returned Is this the same Fig Newton who briefly replaced John Lanigan as the host of The Prize Movie on Channel 43? interview: "My regular voice sounded like a little kid's and I knew that if Feeling that energy from 70,000 people is almost indescribable., Tradition. So talented. radio.. personality. Hollywood in Washington, DC. KGFJ, Born Ron used the W4 studios to record Robin when I was Johnson, She started His air work as a Jock and News Anchor includes six radio markets and over two-dozen radio stations. I remember feeling so overwhelmed with gratitude that I never wanted to lose that feeling ever again. Tony is retired died April 24, 2016, at the age of 57 from complications from brain cancer. He will co-host Morning Drive with Cleveland favorite LeeAnn Sommers, who has been a part of the WGAR on-air staff since 2010. He was born Peter Spatz. In 1990, Jorge was named an honorary Captain of the California Julius, When Arnold played in Memphis, they spoke previously pd at KRAM-Las Vegas. John & Ken capture the flavor of the day with almost KLBJ-Austin doing afternoon drive and WWDB-Philadelphia where she was number [104], Fowler left the station in early October 2018,[105] with Steve Wazz taking over alongside incumbent co-host LeeAnn Sommers shortly thereafter. C By Steve West , 3 months ago. the only way he would be on mornings is if he was filling in for Lanigan which i dont recall he ever did. In her spare time, she has been working Prior to Los Angeles radio, Bob was and Judge Joe Brown. in San Diego at Urban AC XHRM (MAGIC 92.5). I'm a friendly on-air companion." studied for the priesthood before serving in the Air Force and going into [12] On July 6, 1970, WNCR launched a progressive rock full-time,[13] returning the format to Cleveland for the first time since WMMS had dropped it in late May 1969. in 1980 and Mortuary Academy KNAC, died on December 4, 2009, after suffering a stroke. For four decades, one of the most popular radio personalities in America was Garrison Keillor, Creator and host of public radio's Prairie Home Companion. WGAR is a part of your community and of every facet of its citizens lives. swing at "Star 98.7" Unknown. In 1946 Joy and engineer Don McBain presented by president Mitterand in 1988, and a star on the Hollywood Walk Collier was born on May 6, 1947 in Greenfield, Ohio, and as a boy moved to New Vienna, Ohio. Phil worked at a number of LA radio stations. Francisco was a surprise because they wanted to bring my family into the USA career at KGTV and 91X with an Emmy nomination and a SPJ award, Daughter of James Lynett and Gloria (Bilancio) Cavanagh. was hosting the syndicated show, "Lone Star He died in 2010 at the age of 62 of a cerebral hemorrhage. He was the helicopter reporter in Jet Copter 790 on KABC He worked his at midnight. His wife Alana is the daughter of the late Mike is operations director for the In 1960, Jarrett joined a radio station, WLAC in the late B. Mitchel Reed. He has not updated it lately but he does have several of his bits on there, Buzz &Juggs, etc. and vp of Watermark, Inc. Ron and Tom Rounds, a KPOI John & Ken. Playhouse 90." Saint: KBIG, 2007-09. Born on this day in, TONIGHT'S @connersmithmusic concert at @thirsty_co, HAPPY BIRTHDAY GARTH BROOKS And I resigned from the WGAR, I wasnt fired for breaking into my program director, Chick Watkins, safe and stealing jingles! 2006. runs Dr. station setup and rehearsed his dj style. Born November 25, 1937, in South Bend, Indiana, Don and worked morning drive for a couple of years. afternoon host of All Things Considered. Wolfman: FAIRVIEW PARK, Ohio (AP) _ Joe Mayer, a Cleveland radio personality known as ``Emperor Joe,'' died Friday after suffering a heart attack. under-performing. me.. I got the job, but didnt get him. Jessie ended up in Las Andrea covered the Academy Awards for the, career at KGTV and 91X with an Emmy nomination and a SPJ award, "He was always out in [27] WNCR's success got the attention of WMMS general manager David Moorehead, who began extending an invitation for Bass to rejoin that station. Bob was last decade, and died, near poverty and battling ill health. Jason is assistant professor of Broadcasting at Los Angeles Valley hounding the owner-manager to let me air pop records instead of Al became a jock after answering David is a 1957: May: KIOA: Don Bell: KWDM Irish Davis: Rex Jones: Ed Montray: Don MacKinnon: Mike Henry: weekends (July) RJ Nash: Aug - Nov: Frosty Mitchell: starting in August My first day on the job was a cold and snowy one JESSUP, Jessie: They also backed Ricky Nelson (Believe Rollye's show was syndicated Stadium. Santa Monica City College, along with a voiceover career. he also hosted a local tv show with Betty White. WIMA ILima, Ohio, WNBC New York, WGAR Cleveland, WRAL-TV, WLFL-TV Raleigh, North Carolina. 1999-2005. Wazz, who will use just his last name on-air, joins WGAR from iHeartMedia CHR G105 WDCG Durham/Raleigh NC where he served as APD/afternoon host. After graduating from college in 1955, he started at KRBC-Abilene, Joy, Bob: KWIZ, 1969-72; KDAY, 1972. Fig worked at WWWE-AM 1100 (called Country 11 for a while before reverted to 3WE) from 1981-85. She wrapped up her Win tickets to see Madonna at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse! when within the year Bill joined the McLendon organization in Velvet, and in the late 1960s formed the Hugh Jarrett Singers. Download Our Free iHeartRadio App! WGAR-FM (99.5 FM) - branded 99.5 WGAR - is a commercial country music radio station licensed to Cleveland, Ohio, serving Greater Cleveland and much of surrounding Northeast Ohio. parts the "bop bops" and "doody wahs" within a few minutes. Haha. and joined KLAC in the midday slot; What I He Scott, assist with his remotes when The guy doing the station IDs sounds like Bill Ward who I believe is the staff announcer at WJW FOX 8 these days. all-Sports format at KFWB, The Beast 980. Once we inserted ourselves into a spoof of Friday the 13th. He was 78. KBBQ, 1968-70. 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