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
Are Michiganders Lazy? Here’s Why Experts Say the Answer Is Yes
A study revealing the hardest-working states in the US shows Michigan coming in almost dead last. Here's what experts say makes Michigan lazy.
Old Farmer’s Almanac Predicting Colder, Drier Winter for Michigan
The Old Farmer's Almanac is predicting a colder, yet drier winter than usual winter for most of Michigan. Here's when to expect snow, and what areas may see more snow than others.
Win Tix to Styx and John Waite!
94.9 MMQ welcomes Styx and John Waite to the Wings Event Center in Kalamazoo on October 8, and we want to see you at the show! Show info and free tickets here!
Win Tix to Shipshewana on the Road!
Shipshewana on the Road will be at the Jackson County Fairgrounds the weekend of October 19th and 20th. Register below to win a 4-pack of admission tickets!
Win Tickets to Shipshewana on the Road!
Shipshewana on the Road will be at the Jackson County Fairgrounds the weekend of October 19th and 20th Register below to win a 4-pack of admission tickets!
The 25 Michigan Cities That Overspend the Most on Cars
A new study by the personal finance website WalletHub reveals that residents of these 25 Michigan cities tend to overspend on their automobiles.
12 Michigan Schools Named ‘Blue Ribbon Schools’ for 2024
Twelve Michigan schools are being honored for their academic performance and/or bridging the achievement gap among different groups of students.
Is This Lansing’s Most Unusual Restaurant?
Golden Harvest has to be the most unusual restaurant Lansing has to offer. Here are 5 things that make it stand apart from the rest.
‘Pick Your Performance’ With 99.1 WFMK and the Wharton Center!
Win tickets to one of 5 amazing shows this season at the Wharton Center - including Stomp, Chicago, Shucked, Life of Pi, and the London Philharmonic Orchestra!
‘Pick Your Performance’ With 100.7 WITL and the Wharton Center!
Win tickets to one of 5 amazing shows this season at the Wharton Center - including Stomp, Chicago, Shucked, Life of Pi, and the London Philharmonic Orchestra!