I started 97 Rock in October, 1994. Almost exactly 20 years later I've come home to rock you out 3-7 p.m. I was born and raised in Yakima and have been in radio for 31 years. I attended Washington State University, love "Breaking Bad," have a special place in my heart for Pearl Jam and am a proud member of the 12th Man.
Curt Cartier
23 Biggest Speed Traps in the Mid Columbia to Avoid!
We asked, you answered. Here are the top speed traps to avoid around the Mid Columbia. You know the best way to avoid speed traps? Not speed. Remember that folks and save some lives -- maybe your own.
10 Easy Ways Foreigners Can Tell You’re American
I went to Europe in 1999. I was faking a British accent within 10 minutes of getting off the plane! I was wearing white pants, a blue ski jacket and red & tan waffle stompers. I might as well have been draped in the stars and stripes. Everyone was in dark, neutral European colors. I looked like a circus walking through Munich in March.
I’m Pissed About the Monday Night Gang Shooting in Kennewick
Remember the hostage situation and standoff with police last week in Kennewick? THAT SAME APARTMENT COMPLEX had a gang shootout last night near 1800 W 21st Street. A mom with her kids was hurt.
Unlocking the Truth Is the Next Big Thing
Unlocking the Truth is the newest band to sign a two-album contract with Sony Music. They met at a birthday party and in pre-school... because they're only kids. Malcolm Brickhouse, Jared Dawkins and Alec Atkins are 13 years old. They were made famous by Youtube videos of them playing on Times Square for milk money. They've now performed at Coachella and SXSW. The band is now on the Vans Warped To
Did You See the Penis-Shaped Cloud! Is It for Real?
I saw this and had to share it with you. I don't know what else to say about it other than it's a cloud that looks just like a penis! Come on! How could I not share that?!
We’ve Been Lied to About Solar Power — It Can Work
20 years ago energy experts predicted renewable energy sources like wind and solar would someday supply up to six percent of our energy needs. That was good, they said, and we'd need it. But six percent was the maximum. We're now learning that was a bald-faced. Lie. Here's my proof:
The Full Story Behind Today’s Police Standoff in Kennewick
When Jorge Garcia pointed a gun at the head of Chiloe Chevernell this morning she fled her Kennewick apartment in only her underwear. Garcia then took 24-year-old resident Gloria Calderon captive during a seven-hour standoff with the SWAT Team.
11 Kid Movies That Need to Be Remade for Adults
There are a couple stories made popular by G-rated movie versions that would make killer action movies or psychological thrillers. The most obvious example is "The Little Mermaid." We start with an exotic red-headed babe who makes a twisted deal with the devil for lust and naivete forcing her father to decide between family and duty. Here are 10 more:
Spokane Man Threatened With Termination for Buying Pot — Why He’s a Hero
Mike Boyer made news Tuesday for being the first man in Spokane to buy marijuana after sale of it was made legal that morning. He took a day off work and spent 20 hours in line to be first. Then he made news Wednesday for saying the media coverage had cost him his job. Many are laughing at his stupidity, but I think he's a hero, and here's why:
When the American Empire Falls, What Do You Want Us Remembered For? [SURVEY]
Like all great empires, America will one day be only a memory (may God grant us many more centuries). When that day eventually comes, what would you like the history books to say about our first 250 years?
Bet You Can’t Watch This Video Without Making a Lorena Bobbitt Joke! [VIDEO]
Yes, we are a little old to be making Johnson jokes, but you CAN NOT watch this video of a landscaping machine without a dozen coming to mind -- I promise. I had never seen this tool before today and I'm mesmerized by it. So take my challenge: enjoy this short viral video and DON'T crack a joke about "wood."
Twitter’s Best Reactions to Brazil Falling 7-1 to Germany in World Cup
It was like boys playing men. Germany played soccer like it makes cars and Brazil just wasn't ready for it. Twitter is ablaze and these are some of my favorites: