Erin Grant

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.

New Kentucky House Bill Proposes Lowering Age for Driver’s Permit

In August, my niece Zoey turned 13 (?!?) and is now in the second semester of her eighth-grade year. Imagine her surprise when I told her the other day she might be driving in two years if she wants to. Slow those clocks down kid!

Kentucky Woman Keeps Cold Out with Help of Movie Icon

Winter is nowhere near over. Sure, we’ve seen an uptick in temperatures the past couple of days but more chilly air is coming. Sorry. How do you weatherproof your home against the frigid air?

Late Thanksgiving: An Explanation

No, your eyes aren't deceiving you. The image above features November 2019 and this year (2024); the dates are the same. This is why Thanksgiving is "late" this year, but it's not.

Guinness World Records Awards Kentucky City for Putting a Big Pin in It

The oft-used term “put a pin it” can mean either coming back to a subject in a conversation or the act of putting a pin on a corkboard for usually the same reason.

80s TV Movie Resurfaces on Facebook Due to Famous Nashville Location

The other day on Facebook, I noticed a post from the 'Opryland USA' group. I'm pretty sure there's more than one group and tribute page. This popped up because one group member noted the date as October 17th. So what happened on this date?

The Most Popular Halloween Candy in America Redux

Three years ago, I published a post about which candy every state in the US prefers and Kentucky's choice just never sat quite right with me which is why we are taking a fresh look at what purportedly is on this year's list.

Kentucky Woman Knows Man Featured on Beer Can

Who you may wonder? Well, he's a family friend I've known my entire life. He's one of my Dad's best friends; they graduated high school together, and he will show up at our house anytime.

David Arquette Appearing in Louisville for ‘Scream’ Screening

When I attended WKU, the Downing University Center or DUC would show advanced screenings of movies. They would show up a few weeks before they were released in theaters. Little did we know, that one advanced screening would be unforgettable, the 1996 horror classic Scream.

The KFC Yum! Center Gets All Spiffed Up with a Power-Washing Drone

Can you wash a car with a power washer? I'm asking for a friend. I think the answer is no. I guess the car wash is kind of like that. But how do you wash the outside of an over 700,000 square foot arena?

KYTC Accepting Designs for 2nd Annual ‘Paint the Plow’

I know the thought of winter weather right now is ridiculous, but it will be here before you know it.