I started 97 Rock in October, 1994. Almost exactly 20 years later I've come home to rock you out 3-7 p.m. I was born and raised in Yakima and have been in radio for 31 years. I attended Washington State University, love "Breaking Bad," have a special place in my heart for Pearl Jam and am a proud member of the 12th Man.
Curt Cartier
We’ve Been Lied to About Solar Power — It Can Work
20 years ago energy experts predicted renewable energy sources like wind and solar would someday supply up to six percent of our energy needs. That was good, they said, and we'd need it. But six percent was the maximum. We're now learning that was a bald-faced. Lie. Here's my proof:
The Full Story Behind Today’s Police Standoff in Kennewick
When Jorge Garcia pointed a gun at the head of Chiloe Chevernell this morning she fled her Kennewick apartment in only her underwear. Garcia then took 24-year-old resident Gloria Calderon captive during a seven-hour standoff with the SWAT Team.
When the American Empire Falls, What Do You Want Us Remembered For? [SURVEY]
Like all great empires, America will one day be only a memory (may God grant us many more centuries). When that day eventually comes, what would you like the history books to say about our first 250 years?
What 5 Movies Define You? [SURVEY]
Most people agree "The Godfather" is the greatest movie of all time. But does your admiration for it say something about you? Maybe yes, maybe not. You tell me? Movies are like fashion. The fact that you think something is cool says a lot about you. If you were creating a dating profile, or you had a terminal disease and wanted your child to watch movies after you die to better understan
Wanna See a Surprise? Watch This Video Twice and Be Blown Away
Watch this dash cam footage from Russia (skip to :20 if you have a short attention span). You won't regret it. But then watch it a second time for the surprise.
See the Canine Heroes of 9/11
Dutch photographer Charlotte Dumas took portraits of 15 dogs who helped find bodies in the rubble left after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. I recently stumbled upon a gallery with some of Dumas' photos. It was created by the New York Times Magazine to promote Dumas' 2011 book "Retrieved" about the dogs.
Watch Navy Jet With Broken Landing Gear Land on a Padded Stool
My brother flew Navy fighter jets and I'm always amazed and in awe of him for it. Those are incredible people defending our freedom from inside a cockpit. One such individual is Marine Capt. William Mahoney who found himself unable to land his Harrier jet shortly after takeoff.
‘Fury’ Is Shaping Up to Be the Biggest Movie of 2014
Hollywood gossip fiends are buzzing about how Shia LaBeouf wouldn't shower while filming "Fury" to get into character and allegedly pulled his own tooth out to prove his dedication to the character. True or not, he and Brad Pitt appear to have made one fantastic movie.
LeBron James’ Free Agency May Redefine Professional Basketball
LeBron James has threatened to leave the Miami Heat unless he gets the team he wants. During his free agency he's meeting with other super stars -- perhaps orchestrating their own all-star team. Teams like the Dallas Mavericks are making money available to welcome such a team.
When Is the U.S. versus Germany World Cup Match?
The future of America in the World Cup will be determined tomorrow. How many people will actually stop and watch? Is this comparable to March Madness? Now way, that's every year (this is every four) and our national pride is on the line.