I'm originally from Vashon Island, Washington and a proud Pirate! I bounced around in Alaska, California and Hawaii before landing in the Tri-Cities. I’ve spent most of my radio career on my favorite radio station - 1027 KORD! I love this town, the people, the river and the quality of life in the Mid Columbia. When I'm not on the radio you can find me and my wife on Badger Mountain, on a bike path, at the gym or Bikram Yoga. Thanks for checking out my page and for listening!
Paul Drake
Win A Traeger Grill from the Parade of Homes!
The 2019 Parade of Homes runs Saturday, September 7th through Sunday, September 15th. Download our station mobile app and listen to win tickets and enter to win a Traeger Grill from Fred's Appliance - because every home needs a Traeger!
97 Rock Presents Shinedown with Papa Roach October 18th at the Toyota Center!
97 Rock presents Shinedown with Papa Roach, Asking Alexandria, and Savage After Midnight, Friday, October 18th at the Toyota Center in Kennewick.
Don’t Fall for This Social Security Number SCAM!
Don't Fall for This Social Security Number SCAM!
Enter to Win Tickets to Goodguys 18th Great Northwest Nationals
Win Tickets to Goodguys 18th Great Northwest Nationals - cool cars, cool people and good times August 9th - 11th in Spokane.
Lightning and Windy Tuesday Afternoon and Evening – RED FLAG WARNING
Lightning and Windy Tuesday Afternoon and Evening - RED FLAG WARNING
Annual ‘Stuff the Bus’ School Supply Drive Runs From Now Until Aug. 9th
For the next three weeks, Townsquare Media and some of our favorite local partners are again collecting school supplies and other donations for area students in need -- it's our annual Stuff the Bus drive.
Give Dad the Gift of Ghost and Papa Nihil Gear!
It’s a Ghost Father’s Day with Papa Nihil and 97 Rock! Enter to win a pair of tickets to see Ghost September 17th at the Toyota Center! Five 97 Rock Nation Members will score tickets to the show and one will be randomly drawn to win a Ghost Papa Nihil prize pack…
WWE Returns to Kennewick June 24th!
WWE returns to the Toyota Center on June 24th!
Two Cougar Sightings on Badger Mountain TODAY
The Benton County Sheriff's office reports there have been two cougar sightings TODAY around the Badger Mountain hiking area. Deputies and WDFW are combing the area now. Be aware of your surroundings at all times.
97 Rock Welcomes Halestorm to the Toyota Center April 25th!
97 Rock is proud to welcome Halestorm with special guests Palaye Royale and Beasto Blanco - Thursday, April 25th at the Toyota Center in Kennewick.
Afternoon Closures and Delays – Monday, February 25th.
Snow will continue through 7pm tonight with another 1 - 3 inches possible. Authorities are warning of slick conditions all over the Columbia Basin.
Heavy Snow Predicted for Columbia River Gorge and Oregon Highways
Heavy snow is expected in the mountains and throughout the higher elevations in the Northwest.