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
It’s Official, the McDonald’s Halloween Happy Meal Buckets are Back
Oh yes! A couple of weeks back, Chad wrote about the rumor that McDonald's would be bringing back their Halloween Happy Meal pails for this spooky season. Well, the rumor is true!
Actor/Singer Jack Black Swings by Bowling Alley in Louisville
Back to Venom Lanes, the Louder Than Life rock festival just wrapped up over the weekend in Louisville, and Tenacious D was one of several acts rocking everyone's faces off. Before rocking, Black swung by the Butchertown bowling alley.
Tri-State Upgraded to Excessive Heat Warning Through Wednesday
The National Weather Service in Paducah has put into effect an Excessive Heat Warning for the Tri-State area now until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday night.
Kentucky AG Cameron Warns of Arrest Warrant Scam
I'm used to more than my fair share of pesky telemarketer calls and scams, but there's always a new scam, some are getting creative, around the corner. Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron is warning residents of a new phone scam, that actually I can say I've received before.
‘One Bowl Cereal Challenge’ in Ohio is Right Up My Alley
Remember Man vs. Food, host Adam Richman would travel all over the country looking to take on food eating challenges that offered prizes and glory to anyone who completed them. It goes way beyond "can you finish this pizza in an hour?" But I'm not sure I ever saw Adam or current host Casey Webb take on a cereal eating challenge.
Get Your Fish Fry On in the Owensboro Kentucky Area
A couple of Fridays ago, I went in search of fish. Not the kind you catch, well, I guess in a sense you catch it, but the kind that's all battered up and ready to serve.
Holiday World Hiring Event in Owensboro, Kentucky
Job seekers, are you ready for some summer fun? Holiday World and Splashin' Safari will be hosting a hiring event this evening right here in Owensboro.
Teen Job Fair Coming Up in Owensboro KY
Teenagers are looking for jobs for a couple of reasons. The biggest one, at least I think, is saving for a car? Independence is what I meant. A teen job fair is coming up in Owensboro and the potential employers will be there not only to interview but to give tips on landing that first job.
Ohio County KY High School Band Jacket is Spotted in Louisville
How many of you still have your letterman jacket from high school and/or college? I asked this question the other day and a lot of the responses consisted of "I still have it" or "I think I still have it" or the dreaded, "I never got one".
Facebook Protect is Real But Do You Need It?
How do you use Facebook? Wait, they are actually called Meta now but you can still log in to Facebook on your computer or use the FB app on your phone. I usually check it on my phone, but when I need to write something, at this moment, I log in on my laptop. I would say for about a month now when I go to log in online, I'm asked to take an additional step to verify my account. There are a couple of options to verify, I usually choose to enter a code that's sent to my email.