Chad here! I am one half of the radio couple hilariously nicknamed "Changel". Yes, Angel is my work wife and I routinely want a divorce. We need couples counseling immediately. Catch our show 6a-10am CST Monday through Friday on WBKR. In addition to flapping my lips on the air, I emcee a variety of events all over the Commonwealth of Kentucky. I emcee charity functions, concerts, the monthly Rooster Booster Breakfast for the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce, various civic events, beauty pageants and a variety of dance/cheer competitions. Though I work primarily in country radio, my musical tastes are all over the place. My obsessions run from Eric Church to the Jonas Brothers. From Shawn Mendes to Luke Combs to Broadway and just about everything in between. And, I still FREAKING LOVE THE 80s. I am STILL obsessed with Prince, Pat Benatar, Madonna, Dexy's Midnight Runners, Human League, Berlin and more. I love traveling, amusement parks, playing tennis, riding my bike, cooking and watching suspenseful TV shows full of twists and surprises. I live in Owensboro with Kevin (my snarky and brutally honest other half for over 20 years), two rescued Bichon Frises (Ellie and Yogi) and a rescued Cairn Terrier mix named Simon.
Chadwick Benefield
Former Cheerleaders and Dancers Reunite for Special Performance at Kentucky High School
The Whitesville Trinity Alumni Basketball Championship is Saturday night. At halftime, former cheerleaders and dancers will take the floor for special performances.
MENU MADNESS: Vote Now for the Best Restaurant Dish in Western Kentucky – Round 2
The Menu Madness competition and we're down to the 16 best local restaurant dishes in Kentucky and the 16 best in Indiana. Vote for your favorites now!
The Beach Boys Join the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra at the Beaver Dam Amphitheatre
Legendary group The Beach Boys are coming to the Beaver Dam Amphitheatre this August. For the first time ever, they will be playing with the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra. Here's how to get tickets!
MENU MADNESS: Vote Now for Your Favorite Menu Items in Western Kentucky – ROUND 1
Which restaurant in western Kentucky has THE best signature dish/menu item. The nominees are in. The Round of 32 is set. Vote for your favorites now!
Popular Owensboro, KY Radio Show Looking for Brand New Co-Host
WBKR's Chad Benefield is looking to hire a brand new morning show cohost. If you'd like to work at a legendary country music station as a radio personality and digital content creator, here's how to apply!
Josh Turner Coming to the RiverPark Center in Downtown Owensboro
Josh Turner is bringing his 2023 tour to the RiverPark Center in downtown Owensboro. Here's how to get tickets!
Owensboro Burger Week Begins and Here’s a Look at Those Delicious $7 Burgers
Owensboro Burger Week is officially underway. It runs March 3rd through March 11th. Here's a look at all the delicious and creative $7 burgers being served.
Henderson, KY Barbershop Has an Awesome St. Patrick’s Day Tree
No one ever took the Christmas tree down at K.T.'s Barbershop in Henderson. So, it's now a St. Patrick's Day tree and we have photos and the story behind it.
Kentucky Friends Create ‘Ice Bath Posse’ to Raise Money for Special Olympics
Meet Owensboro's Ice Bath Posse- a group of friends who have joined forces to raise money for Special Olympics Kentucky by taking the Polar Bear Plunge.
Popular Kentucky Band Releases First New Music Since COVID-19 Pandemic
For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, Kentucky-based Jericho Woods has releases brand new music. Hear their new single, "Stop Signs and Fence Lines," here!