Thursday, May 29, 2008

Thursday, May 29

On today's program...

The Racing Chef, Nicky Morse, is on his way to Topeka. We'll find out what is on the menu at Heartland Park for his racing team this weekend.

And William Beteta with Heartland Visioning will join us with an update on the visioning process in Topeka.

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Tuesday, May 27

Hope you had a great Memorial Day weekend. We are ready to get the week started up again.

On today's program...

Those new CFC light bulbs are supposed to save energy and save us money, despite their increased cost. Yet, I have had no luck with them. I have already had one of my "7 year" bulbs burn out after about 2 months on the job. Are you having any more luck with them?

And Quenton Unruh with Shawnee County Parks and Recreation will join us to tell us about a bike rodeo and youth wellness fair coming up this weekend.

Friday, May 23, 2008

Barbecue Friday, May 23

I want to wish you a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend. I'll be taking the day off Monday, but will be back Tuesday morning bright and early. Here is what we have today.

Barb Blue with the Kansas Department of Transportation will make your holiday travel easier by telling us about enhancements to the state's 511 travel information service.

Kansas Koyotes owner Ralph Adams will preview the team's Saturday game against the Iowa Blackhawks.

Jodi Stergeon will tell us about an Emergency Services Showcase to be held Saturday at Garfield Park.

And Mike Coker will tell us what is going on this holiday weekend at the Topeka Zoo.

Thursday, May 22, 2008

Thursday, May 22

On today's KMAJ Morning News...

Washburn University law student Joe Ledbetter will explain how you can get involved by serving on juries during the law school's student trials.

And Beverly Bernardi-Post will preview an Armed Forces Salute to take place at the Topeka Performing Arts Center this Saturday night.

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Wednesday, May 21

On today's KMAJ Morning News...

The weather is finally warming up. That means people will be hitting the lakes this Memorial Day weekend. Cherie Sage with the Kansas Safe Kids Coalition will give us some safe boating tips.

And Ruben Sullivan will preview an event called The Reading, which is designed to honor those who have given their lives in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Tuesday, May 20

Sorry there was no post yesterday, but since I had no guests on the program, I didn't take the time. As you might imagine, it has been a crazy time at the ol' radio station. As for today...

Joe Monaco with the Kansas Department of Commerce will tell us about yet another national award the state has picked up from a major trade magazine.

And Quinten Unruh with Shawnee County Parks and Recreation will preview an asphalt are competition coming up this weekend.

Friday, May 16, 2008

Barbecue Friday, May 16

Happy Barbecue Friday! We'll be using the day to prepare for tomorrow's cruise night at the Advance Auto Parts store on South Topeka Blvd. Hope to see you all there.

On today's KMAJ Morning News...

Den Gardner with Project Evergreen will tell us about a program to help the families of service people overseas with lawn care.

Insurance Commissioner Sandy Prager will talk about flood insurance.

And we will have our weekly visit with Topeka Zoo director Mike Coker.

Thursday, May 15, 2008

Thursday, May 15

We have a great lineup for today's program...

Kevin Carlgren with Bankers Life and Casualty will talk about his company's forget Me Not Fundraiser for Aleheimers.

We will visit with the Racing Chef, Nicky Morse, who will be cooking at Heartland Park during the NHRA Summer Nationals.

And we will meet Von Kopfman, who will host a new Saturday morning program on 1440 KMAJ called The Power Trip.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Wednesday, May 14

This was one of those days where it was really hard to find guest for the show. That means I will have several topics where you can weigh in and be my guest.

We also will talk to Shriner Rick Moody about the Shrine's Vadalia onion sale, and the work the group does with children.

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Tuesday, May 13

I believe you will find today's guests interesting...

Beth Cooper with Ghost Tours of Kansas will join us to talk about next month's Friday the Thirteenth ghost tour.

Developer Henry McClure will update us on the progress at the College Hill development.

Samantha Fisher with the Energizer Battery Company will tell us about a local man nominated for the Energizer Keep Going Hall Of Fame.

Also, I'll review last nights episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, where Guy visited our very own Bobo's.

Monday, May 12, 2008

Monday, May 12

Time to roll with another week of the KMAJ Morning News...

Anna Lambertson, an SRS employee, will discuss with week's Cultural Celebration for state workers.

Joe Monaco with the Kansas Department of Commerce will talk about the new television tourism spots now running.

And Patricia O'Hara with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment will highlight Skin Cancer Awareness Month.

Friday, May 9, 2008

Barbecue Friday, May 9

We finally made it to Friday. And here is what you will hear on the KMAJ Morning News today...

Philicia McKee with Keep America Beautiful of Topeka/Shawnee County will talk about efforts to clean up a historic local cemetary in time for Memorial Day.

Eagle 99.3 Program Director Les Glenn will preview Saturday's Cumulus Cruise Night.

Larry Montgomery, owner of Americarwash.com, will tell us how mom can get a clean car for Mother's Day.

And Mike Coker, Director of the Topeka Zoo, will tell us what the zoo has going on this Mothers Day weekend.

Thursday, May 8, 2008

Thursday, May 8

On today's KMAJ Morning News...

Congresswoman Nancy Boyda will offer some money saving tips for us.

Joe Monaco with KDOC will tell us why Site Selection Magazine gave Kansas a top 10 competitiveness award.

And Topekan Dick Jones will tell us about his recent experience flying in a fighter jet.

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Wednesday, May 7

Here is what is coming up on the show today...

Scott Weller, the head PGA Pro at Cyprus Ridge Golf Course, will tell us about the Butch Felker Memorial Golf Tournament coming up at the course next week.

Joe Monaco with the Kansas Department of Commerce will explain why Site Selection Magazine named Kansas in the top 10 in the country for competitiveness.

And Mike Heideman with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment will preview the upcoming state employee health and environment fair.

Tuesday, May 6, 2008

Tuesday, May 6

Here is what is coming up on today's KMAJ Morning News...

State Representative Lana Gordon will preview today's Holocaust Memorial commemoration at the Statehouse.

Matt Hickam with Better Judges For Kansas will explain how he believes Kansas can improve the way it selects judges.

Liesl Hays with Safe Streets of Topeka and Shawnee County will talk about a program they are putting on called the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program.

And Shawnee County Emergency Management Director Dave Sterbenz will update us on the status of our county's tornado siren system.

Monday, May 5, 2008

Monday, May 5

Time to kick off another week of the KMAJ Morning News...

Janlynn Nesbitt-Tucker with Topeka Transit will discuss the recent fare increase on the local buses.

Shawnee County Emergency Management Director Dave Sterbenz will update us on the status of the tornado sirens.

Arch Ecker will wrap up the Topeka RoadRunners' season.

And Rachel Logan of the Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office will stress the safe celebration of Cinco De Mayo.

Friday, May 2, 2008

Barbecue Friday, May 2

Here is what we have for you today...

Tim Clothier with Crimestoppers will talk about the group's upcoming banquet.

Shawnee County Emergency Management Director Dave Sterbenz will talk about the status of the county's tornado siren system.

Arch Ecker on the our red hot Topeka RoadRunners.

And Mike Coker with the Topeka Zoo brings in another critter during his weekly visit.

Thursday, May 1, 2008

Thursday, May 1

Here is what is coming up today...

Gary Shook, the local coordinator for the National Day of Prayer, will preview the Topeka event set for tonight.

Arch Ecker, the voice of the RoadRunners, will have a playoff update from St. Louis.

And Joe Blubaugh with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, will tell us about expanded newborn screening coming to Kansas.