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 I Learned My First Full Year As a School Crossing Guard
In the latter part of 2019, I took a chance and I applied with the Owensboro Police Department to see if I could land a job as a school crossing guard. I know you think "why?" and "that seems so easy", well, I'll be the first to say, it's a little more challenging than I thought and I never thought I would work in a school setting again. Here's what happened in my first year and a half.
Black Bear Hit by Car and Killed in Meade County
It's about this time of year I start seeing all the pictures and videos of bear sightings and sometimes personal encounters with bears in the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. What's fascinates me is the more I read about bears crossing the border into mostly southeastern Kentucky, the more they creep closer to these parts in the Tri-State.
New Netflix Series Focuses on Evansville Native Halston
In today's edition of "Did you know?" one of America's most famous fashion designers grew up in the Tri-State. He is also back in the spotlight thanks to a new limited series now streaming on Netflix. Yes, Halston lived in Evansville when he was a kid.
Cicadas Brood X Will Arrive Later This Spring in Western Kentucky
I don't know a more familiar sound in the late spring/summer than the drone and the buzz of cicadas. I know the weather is a lot warmer, even humid when the buzzing is there. And when the buzzing all but ceases, all that's left of the insect is a hollow shell that is very crunchy. So why is this upcoming brood so talked about?
Paoli Peaks Opening New Year’s Day
When the Tri-State is looking for fun on the slopes, they look no further than Paoli Peaks. The ski resort is opening up for the new year, with of course some changes.
UK Men’s Basketball Gives Back for the Holidays
It's something you love to see. Young people giving back when it counts the most to all families this holiday season. The Kentucky Men's Basketball team took time out recently to do exactly that.
Have You Found a Bat Quarter Yet?
Back in the day, I feel so old saying it now, I collected all of the 50 states quarters series. Yeah, I had a special display book for them, talk about a real nerd. Well, yes, that's a bat on a 2020 quarter I got in some change a few weeks ago. What's the scoop?
“Trail of Treats” in Owensboro Canceled for This Year
As October begins next week, questions about how Halloween would be celebrated in the era of COVD-19, we have an answer from Owensboro city officials.
Pine-Sol Approved as Coronavirus Disinfectant on Hard Surfaces
Who remembers the Pine-Sol Lady? Well, the product she pedaled for years as powerful is getting a new use, an alternative for coronavirus disinfection on surfaces.
Be Aware of Contract Tracing Scam in Green River District
It's sad that global pandemic times are no different when it comes to scammers trying to take advantage of the public. The Green River District Health Department is warning of a new contact tracing scam that's circulating.
Precious Blood Drive-Thru BBQ Picnic This Saturday
I'll admit, I miss BBQ church picnics. The fellowship, the atmosphere, and the FOOD. As we head into the fall season, yeah, fall will be here before we know it, check out what Precious Blood Catholic Church is doing to satisfy our BBQ cravings.
Funnel Cloud Triggers Severe Weather Siren System in Owensboro
A funnel cloud spotted today in Owensboro triggered tornado sirens around the city. We have photos, video and the story!