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
Kentucky Woman Sees Late Grandfather in Ohio County History Facebook Post
I was alerted to a post made by the Ohio County, Ky History page. I was tagged along with one of my cousins in the comments. I open the post up to see my Mom’s father, my Granddaddy, Guffie Morris standing there in the lot of the former Weedman Ford in Beaver Dam. I smiled immediately and I was tickled.
Kentucky Senior Citizens Go Viral Again for Barbie Salute
Just a few weeks ago, some of the ladies who are residents at Arcadia Senior Living in Bowling Green posted a video of their re-creation of Rihanna's Super Bowl halftime show.
White Flag Event Saturday Night in Owensboro
We can't seem to shake winter here in the Tri-State. Oddly enough, the first day of Spring on the calendar is this coming Monday. Bitterly cold temperatures tonight into tomorrow morning have determined a White Flag event.
Owenboro’s Kevin Olusola and Pentatonix to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Big news for a capella group Pentatonix, which includes Owensboro's own Kevin Olusola. Although their winning streak at the recent Grammys was broken, the group is about to receive an honor that's not just for any celebrity.
Viral Tweet Sets Off Odd Debate Over Ink Pens
I’ll admit, I am a pen snob. Now don’t get me wrong, in a pinch, I’ll use a good old, simple ballpoint pen. We have them in ample supply in the office, but you know they get away from you, and they get lost very easily.
State of Emergency Declared for Kentucky, Winter Storm Warning, Warming Centers
The National Weather Service in Paducah has now issued a WINTER STORM WARNING for the Tri-State in addition to the existing WIND CHILL WARNING.
A Winter Storm Watch and a Wind Chill Watch Go Into Effect Thursday Afternoon and Evening
Tri-State will both be under a Winter Storm Watch and a Wind Chill Watch beginning Thursday afternoon and evening.
These Services Will Be Taxed in Kentucky Starting in January.
Now that we are all speeding toward Christmas and the end of the year, what can we look forward to here in Kentucky as far as prices and income taxes in 2023? Well, it's a bit of a double-edged sword.
Louisville Will Build $65 Million Studio and Renovate Louisville Gardens
Yes, Louisville will be the location of a new $65 million project that will not only incorporate studio and production space but will also be part of a renovation of one of the city's most famous concert and event venues.
Star on Top of Christmas Tree in Bowling Green Remembers Last December’s Tornadoes
Last year, we were in Bowling Green at a surprise birthday dinner. Little did we know, the landscape in parts of western Kentucky would be changed forever by a slew of dangerous tornadoes.