I was born in Solon, Iowa and went to Washington High School. I got into the radio world at age 17 and fell in love with it. I spend way too much time on the internet and watching movies. My favorite book is Slaughterhouse 5, and my first job was a farmhand on a horse farm. I consider myself a bit of a history buff, and Eli Young Band is my favorite band.
Jake

The Most Venomous Animals In Iowa
It feels weird talking about venomous animals in Iowa seeing as though there are not a ton of them, and they are rarely talked about, but they are real, and it's important to keep an eye out.

Safety Tips For Setting Up Your Holiday Lights
Have a great holiday season, and keep spreading that holiday cheer here in the Quad Cities. Make sure to stay safe, while these reminders are simple, they are usually overlooked. Remember these safety tips while decorating this year.

People Are Calling This The Coolest Neighborhood In Illinois
The coolest city in Illinois and the second coolest in America is called Andersonville.

If You Drive This Color Of Car In Iowa You Are More Likely To Be Pulled Over
Today we are looking at the most pulled-over cars in Iowa. These statistics don't fully confirm a car color bias, but they do give us a look into the rumors.

Have You Been To This Underrated Iowa Park?
Edmundson Park was built in the 1930s and has been acknowledged for its unique Depression area stone adding to it's great history.

Nuclear Threats: These Are The Largest Targets In Wisconsin
Not So Fun fact: In the 1990s a map of every state was created and shared looking at the threat level of every town, city, and area in a state.

This Could Be The Most Dangerous City In Iowa After Dark
While Iowa is a very safe state, some spots are still considered dangerous.

Yes… Snow Fleas Are Real And In Illinois This Year
Snow Fleas are strange, they don't bite. They also thrive in the winter.

Meet Our US 104.9 Pet Of The Week
We've got a cat for you this week! US 104.9 has teamed up with UScellular and the Humane Society of Scott County to bring you the pet of the week! We spotlight a different pet looking for a forever home every week.

Strange But Delicious. A Popular Iowa Dessert
Why on earth would a dish like this that is loved in the Midwest be named "Watergate salad" There are a lot of rumors.