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
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!
Third Annual Kentucky “Run for the Fallen” Set for September
One event that COVID-19 couldn't stop last year was Kentucky's "Run for the Fallen". Beginning in 2019, Honor and Remember Inc. established the run to call attention to and to honor the men and women who have recently died in military service to America.
Kings Island Going Cashless in Mid-July
A trip to an amusement park shouldn't be so arduous. Especially when it comes to carrying all the supplies you need for a successful visit.
Daviess County Residents Launch Sign Campaign to Oppose Outer Loop
Daviess County residents have used a loop, Highway 60, for years traveling around Owensboro, but a new proposal is being discussed to study whether another outer loop going around the city in the future is needed.
Hear Cicadas Buzzing on New Kentucky Phone Hotline
Have you seen cicadas, their shells everywhere? I haven't seen a single one yet; but to be honest, I've been forgetting to look. As for their familiar buzzing, I've only heard them twice, and both times I was driving through Ohio County.
Velotta Named New Principal at Audubon Elementary
Sarah Velotta has been serving as an assistant principal at Audubon Elementary School since August of 2016. In fact, she began her teaching career at AES in 2003. She will now take on the role of lead principal beginning this fall.
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.
Simone Biles Will Perform on Tour in Louisville This Fall
I'm not sure gymnastics has been as exciting as it is right now with the impressive performances from four-time gold medalist Simone Biles.
Pick Your Own Lavender at this Kentucky Farm
Getting out in the summer can be well, humid, however, getting out and gathering fruit, flowers, or just basking in nature can be fun and it can be totally relaxing, as relaxing as lavender. Speaking of lavender, there's a farm in Kentucky that is all about the plant.
Community Garden Coming Together in Hartford
Several weeks ago, I got an invite to a Facebook group called "The Giving Garden". I noticed it was based in Hartford, my first home in Ohio County. I joined the group and I was eager to learn more about it.