Erin is from Hartford, Kentucky. She began her radio career at Western Kentucky University in 1998, and she came to WBKR in 2007 (ironically, she interned in the same building on Frederica Street in the summer of 1999.) She loves to analyze and write about pop culture, sports, nostalgia, and her beloved Ohio County. Erin also likes to, when warranted, add a touch of humor.
Erin Grant
Five WKU Hilltoppers Will Compete in Tokyo Olympics
For the first time in the school's history, five former Hilltopper athletes will be competing in a single summer Olympics. Four of them will be in track and field events, one will represent her country in softball.
Take Sunflower Photos for Free at Cecil Farms
Some of the prettiest fields of sunflowers are right here in the Owensboro-Daviess County area, and one field that is about to bloom is out at Cecil Farms on Mulligan Road.
Coke Zero is Changing its Formula and I’m Nervous
How does the famous saying go? "If it ain't broke, don't fix it"? Well, I read this week Coke Zero is getting a "makeover" and although I'm totally going to try it, I start to panic and my mind goes all the way back to the year 1985.
What’s Cookin’? Merritt’s Confetti Green Beans [Recipe]
n our weekly What's Cookin'? segment, Merritt Bates-Thomas, Diabetes Population Health Specialist with the Green River District Health Department, is sharing a tasty take on green beans. The best part, it's super easy!
Dinosaurs Are Coming to Louisville Zoo Starting This Weekend
I don't know the exact point when everyone went crazy for dinosaurs, but for my generation, it happened with Jurassic Park in 1993. The bells and whistles and technology at the time to bring the prehistoric creatures to life were revolutionary. That technology in part is now on display with Dino Quest which will begin this Saturday at the Louisville Zoo.
Kentucky State Fair Announces 2021 Concert Lineup
It's starting to become a cliche but the pandemic took away a lot, including live music. Last year's Kentucky State Fair was scaled down and it excluded its famous concert series. Well, it's a new year and the FREE Texas Roadhouse Concert Series is back with a lot of country music to choose from.
Comedian Bill Engvall Coming to Evansville June 26th
I would say we could all use a good laugh and the Victory Theatre in Evansville has announced an apt addition to their summer lineup.
Kentucky Humane Society Rescue Ethan Has New Job with Busch Beer
Earlier this year, Ethan was dumped outside the Kentucky Human Society in Louisville with just hours to live. Ethan was saved, he recovered, and he was adopted. His story became the talk of social media for all animal lovers. Now, the pooch has scored a unique job.
What I Learned My First Full Year As a School Crossing Guard
In the latter part of 2019, I took a chance and I applied with the Owensboro Police Department to see if I could land a job as a school crossing guard. I know you think "why?" and "that seems so easy", well, I'll be the first to say, it's a little more challenging than I thought and I never thought I would work in a school setting again. Here's what happened in my first year and a half.
New Netflix Series Focuses on Evansville Native Halston
In today's edition of "Did you know?" one of America's most famous fashion designers grew up in the Tri-State. He is also back in the spotlight thanks to a new limited series now streaming on Netflix. Yes, Halston lived in Evansville when he was a kid.