My first job in radio was in Bowling Green, Missouri in 1972, and I’ve been fortunate to have been gainfully employed (mostly) in the media ever since. I’m a native of northeast Missouri and western Illinois, and most of my time in the media has been in the area – from Hannibal, Monroe City and Branson, Missouri to Pittsfield, Virden and Jacksonville, Illinois. Over the years, time off the air has been spent lay speaking, auctioneering, emceeing various area events and rooting for the St. Louis Cardinals. Occasionally over the years, I’ve thought, “There’s gotta be a better way to make a living.” Well, I’ve checked … and there’s not. As God as my witness, I thought turkeys could fly.
Harold Smith
Great Day for Sledding, But How Did Your Sled Ride Go?
I have been trying to remember the last time I went sledding. Probably when the kids were younger, and I was, too.
Bigger than Life Size Ice Castles – ‘Frozen’ Come to Life
If you're one of those misguided souls for whom the dead of winter is your absolute favorite time of year, if you're all-time favorite movie features Elsa, Anna and Olaf, I have a couple of suggestions for a weekend getaway.
St. Louis Cardinals Cancel 2022 Winter Warm-Up & Cardinal Caravan
Cardinal fans already knew this was coming, but officials with the ball club made it official Tuesday.
Leave Your Fur-Kid Out in the Cold? Don’t Even Think About It
When the weather turns extremely cold as it has with the coming of the new year, it is of utmost importance to make sure our family and those closest to us keep safe and warm.
Who Knew Repurposed BnB’s Were a Thing? Check out ‘The Silo’
There was a time, not so long ago, that I couldn't have told there was such a thing as an old grain silo/corn crib that was now serving as a trendy bed and breakfast.
Here’s Your Guide to 2022 Area Eagle Watching
There was a time, not so many years ago, when you would be hard pressed to witness the majesty of an American Bald Eagle just anywhere.
NASA Asteroid Mission to Keep ‘Armageddon’ From Coming to Life
An asteroid is hurtling through space. A spacecraft blasts off from earth with a mission of changing the course of that big rock.
Best Thanksgiving Movies to Watch Before the Tryptophan Kicks In
In the coming weeks, you will be (probably have already been) bombarded with lists and reviews and recommendations about holiday movies to watch, with the focus on Christmas movies (sometime I'll tell you about the Hallmark Christmas Movie Drinking Game).
If It’s a Knockoff, Second-Hand or Too Noisy, Don’t Buy It
If you're shopping for toys (and if you have kids or grandkids, who isn't) listen up - if it's a knockoff, second-hand or too noisy - don't buy it!
WATCH: Waino Gives Dunk Tank Clown Well Deserved Bath
We've all been there, right? You take the family to the local fair for an evening of fun and relaxation.