Mountain View
1077 WRKR
WARNING: 2 Mosquito-Borne Disease Outbreaks in Michigan
The world's deadliest bug is becoming even more dangerous in Michigan. Mosquitos are usually active in Michigan from March to November. June through September are typically the peak months for mosquitos in the mitten state. Getting bit by a mosquito can be much more than annoying as they can carry and pass on multiple deadly diseases. The biggest one would be Malaria which killed over 600,000 people in 2021 alone. However, Malaria isn't the disease that has medical officials scrambling right now.
Dave Davies Hates AI Kinks Track, so Creator Deletes It
The creator of an AI song intended to sound like the Kinks deleted it after guitarist Dave Davies reacted negatively to the piece. The guitarist recently discovered the track “Hop Skip Jump!” which had been assembled using the band’s music as source material. When he shared his...
Who Are the ‘Big 4′ of Prog Rock?
Did King Crimson invent progressive rock? Were Yes and Genesis principally responsible for creating its accepted formulations – all while furiously pushing its boundaries? Did Rush's forays into synth-driven modernity open the door for similar transformations by Yes, Genesis and a host of others?. Deciding who the "Big 4"...
How Bush Conquered Failure and Found Success With ‘Sixteen Stone’
When Bush turned in the Sixteen Stone album, a couple of things happened. They were told there were no singles on the record. A short time later, they lost their distribution deal with Hollywood Records. While some bands would have folded up shop right there, Bush kept pushing. "You have...
How Late Pink Floyd Member Ended up on David Gilmour’s New Album
Pink Floyd fans will spot a familiar name in the credits of David Gilmour’s new album: Richard Wright. The keyboardist, who spent decades as Gimour’s Pink Floyd bandmate, died in 2008. Still, an old recording was used in the title track of Gilmour’s upcoming LP, Luck and Strange.
Popular Kids Drink Recalled In Ohio For Dangerous Arsenic Levels
I'm not gone lie to y'all, this one hit me where it hurts because not only is this drink one of my favorite drinks of all time, but this specific brand is my go-to brand for this drink. Alright, I'll rip the Band-Aid off, its apple juice, yes, I'm this upset about apple juice. Apple juice is a top tier beverage as it can be enjoyed with breakfast, a thirst quencher on a hot day, with dinner, or any other time of the day. You can argue with whoever you want but apple juice is superior to other juices.
Ever Wonder Why There Isn’t A Bridge Across Lake Michigan? Here’s Why
Over the last couple of days, social media users in Michigan, Illinois, Wisconsin, and even Minnesota have been intensely trying to figure out why there was never a bridge built over Lake Michigan. What I can say is, they do have a point when it comes to traveling between the states. Imagine a world where we wouldn't have to go all the way around Lake Michigan to reach other states but instead could just cut across.
Whitney Houston’s “How Will I Know” Was Penned by a Kalamazoo Man
Did you know about this prolific songwriter and producer from Kalamazoo?. Narada Michael Walden has worked with the biggest artists on the planet. Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Stevie Wonder, Sting, and Aretha Franklin just to name a few. Walden's Southwest Michigan connection started in 1952 when he was born in Plainwell, Michigan. Michael graduated from Plainwell High School. He then attended Western Michigan University from 1970-72 according to his biography at MusicGuide.com.
5 Michigan Hospitals Ranked Among Americas Best For Neurology
I've always driven past hospitals and made the awful joke that it makes no sense that we go to the nicest buildings as were dying or simply to die. Although this is true, it does makes sense for hospitals to be extremely nice as they want people to be hopeful that treatment will help while they're admitted to the hospital but at the same time would you trust a hospital that didn't look nice?
These Caves in Michigan Are Filled With Delicious Cheese
At least that's what the Chicago cheese fortune teller recently told us! It's certainly magically delicious. After learning about the ancient art of "tyromancy" or divination by cheese, check out another cheese-centric ancient practice that's happening in our neck of the woods:. Tell me I'm not the only one who...
13 Best Companies to Work For in Michigan in 2024
Results of an extensive survey evaluating employers just hit the internet giving us the best companies to work for in Michigan. If you're thinking of a job or career change as Labor Day approaches, Forbes's latest study may be helpful. Here's how Forbes came up with the results for the best companies to work for in Michigan,
Oasis Say They’ll Cancel Tickets as Resale Prices Reach $8,000
The earlybird window for Oasis reunion tickets resulted in some buyers demanding as much as $8,000 on resale sites. Tickets began appearing on third-party dealers’ pages soon after the three-hour pre-sale window for official purchases closed last night (Aug. 30). With people asking up to 40 times the face...
Michigan’s Obesity Rating Is Average, Yet Still Surprising
For years now, Americans have been hearing all the trash talk from the rest of the world about the quality of their food and the obesity rate within the country. The United States has the 12th highest obesity rate in the world at just over 34% but America does have the most obese people in the world. A lot of this has to do with the unhealthy processed foods that we consume but the other part of that is our lifestyle or lack thereof.
Why David Gilmour Wasn’t Comfortable Becoming Pink Floyd’s Leader
David Gilmour was never fully comfortable taking over the role as Pink Floyd’s de facto leader. In 1985, two years after the release of The Final Cut, frontman Roger Waters unceremoniously quit the group. His decision brought an end to Pink Floyd’s classic era, which had featured Waters alongside Gilmour and drummer Nick Mason. Keyboardist Richard Wright, who was also an important part of Pink Floyd’s classic run, had already departed in 1981.
The ‘Weird Kind of Karma’ Connecting Andy Summers to Robert Fripp
Andy Summers reflected on the “weird kind of karma” that connects him with Robert Fripp, and he recalled being knocked out when he recently heard 12 tracks they’d recorded together in the ‘80s, which he’d decided not to release at the time. The future Police...
The 20 Greatest F-Bombs in Rock History
"Fuck" has gotten a pretty bad rap over the years. Decried as a "bad word," it has long been censored on radio, television and just about any other public display you can think of. But the thing is, "fuck" is actually an incredibly versatile word. It can express anger, bewilderment, confusion or betrayal. It can be inflammatory at one point and erotic at another. Is there any other word in the English language that wields such broad ability? We don't think so.
If You Hear Code Brown At An Indiana Walmart, Leave Immediately
Walmart stores are a convenient one-stop shop for many Indiana residents. We might pay attention to the music playing in the aisles while shopping, but we should pay attention when we hear codes over the intercom. If you hear 'code brown' over the loudspeaker at a Walmart in the Hoosier state, it's best to leave immediately as it could save your life.
What Happened in Parchment, Michigan Last Night?
I thought this year was going to be different. Silly me! I actually was optimistic for the new school year and assumed the troubles of last school year would be all but forgotten. Unfortunately, that doesn't appear to be the case. I work minutes away from Parchment, Michigan and my...
Michigan Sheriff Warns of Elaborate Phone Scam
It seems every time you open your phone, you're in danger of being scammed. Someone out there comes up with an elaborate scheme and randomly dials your phone number and could swindle you out of thousands of dollars. While there are countless scams present at any given time, a Michigan...
It’s Illegal To Mow Your Lawn Outside Of These Hours In Ohio
While the cooler months are just around the corner in Ohio, there is still plenty of time before we trade lawnmowers for snowblowers. And while we can't always schedule an exact time for lawn maintenance, you could be operating your lawnmower during hours that can get you fined in the Buckeye state.
1077 WRKR
19K+
Posts
91M+
Views
1077 WRKR plays the best rock music and delivers the latest local news, information and features for Kalamazoo, Michigan. Live and local on-air, online and through our free mobile app.
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.