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Highlights from August and
what's coming up in September
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August 4th - Kristen Murphy, founder of HollerGirl Music Festival on It's Finally Friday Live with Kate Smith | |
Kate had an inspiring interview with Kristen Murphy, the founder of HollerGirl Music Festival! Kristen shared her passion for empowering and uplifting female musicians and spreading awareness about intimate partner abuse in families and communities. So honored to have her on the show and grateful for the positive impact she is making. HollerGirl Music Festival took place August 11, 12, and 13. | |
August 4th - Statelaw on The Set List with Kate Smith and guest co-host Jared Taylor | |
Such a fun interview with local Somerset, KY band, Statelaw! Listen to how they formed, songs off their newest album, Collision, what their plans are for the future, and why we couldn't stop laughing! Find their music on your favorite streaming service. Make sure you follow their Facebook page to stay up-to-date on where you can see them perform live. Special thanks to our awesome co-host, Jared Taylor from another local band, Shades of Raven. | |
L to R Statelaw members: Justin Petrey, Chris Lackey, Joe Quigley, Rick Winstead, and guest co-host, Jared Taylor. | |
August 10th - Take 2 with Rikiyah & Co. | |
Rikiyah Pryor interviewed Brooke Whitis & Farrah Dobbs from the Denim & Diamonds Committee about the sold-out American Cancer Society Event that was held on August 17th, 2023. | |
L to R: Farrah Dobbs, Rikiyah Pryor, Brooke Whitis | |
August 15th - Tim Ogle of Hospice of Lake Cumberland on Mid-Mornings with Amy | |
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It was great having Tim Ogle on the show Tuesday, August 15! Tim is a Chaplain with Hospice of Lake Cumberland.
Tim sees Hospice patients who request his visits, and he also visits the Jean Waddle Care Center at the hospital. Just having conversations and talking about whatever the patients want to talk about is Tim's main focus. Thank you, Tim, and everyone at Hospice of Lake Cumberland!
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August 18th - Steevie Steeves on The Set List with Kate Smith and guest co-host Kevin Dalton | The incredible Steevie Steeves joined Kate and guest co-host, Kevin Dalton on air for an interview in studio! Steevie sang some of her beautifully written original songs and even debuted a brand new song that was released August 25, 2023! Check out her music on all streaming platforms and make sure you follow her socials to stay up-to-date on her career and where you can see her performing live. We also learned that Steevie has many talents, including ventriloquism - find "The Shylo Show," for kids, on YouTube! She's truly just a wonderful soul full of incredible talent. | |
August 18th - SHS v. Perry Central | |
Listen HERE for the live play-by-play football coverage of the SHS Briar Jumpers v. Perry Central Commodores on 8-18-23 with Jon Burlew and Tim Washam. Somerset 106.1 FM is the official home of Briar Jumper sports! | |
August 21st - Stephanie Roberts of Be The Village on Mid-Mornings with Amy | |
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It was great having Stephanie Roberts with Be the Village back on the show. Be The Village helps foster care children and their foster families by providing items such as clothes, diapers, car seats, beds, and so much more. Be The Village also has a support group for foster families. There are about 1,000 in foster care in our region.
You can visit Be The Village online to donate any amount of money to help provide items foster children and their families may need. You can also call Stephanie at 606-875-0491 if you want to donate new items, or give a gift card to a child so they can shop for their own clothes! Thank you, Stephanie and Be The Village!
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August 22nd - Tiffany Finley & John Smithwick of Black Mountain Jamboree on Mid-Mornings with Amy | |
We had a great time in the studio with Tiffany Finely and John Smithwick from Black Mountain Management. The Black Mountain Jamboree is September 8th and 9th at Hidden Ridge Campground in Monticello! Bee Taylor, Eric Bolander, The Minks, The Nude Party, and more will perform at the Jamboree. Camping is available on site. For tickets and camping information, visit blackmountainjamboree.com! | |
August 23rd - Crystal Cox and Reci Shook of the United Way of South Central Kentucky on Mid-Mornings with Amy | |
It's always great to see Crystal Cox and Reci Shook with the United Way of South Central Kentucky! They stopped by the show Wednesday morning to talk about the United Way's dinner and comedy show coming up on September 26th. Sharing Smiles with Shawn Reynolds, a well-known clean and funny comedian, is a fundraiser for our local United Way. Tickets for the catered dinner and show are available now. Visit the United Way of South Central Kentucky's Facebook Event page to get all the details and tickets. | |
August 24th - Mid-Mornings with Amy Nominated for "Best Talk Show" | |
Mid-Mornings with Amy is proud to be a finalist for the Kentucky Association of Broadcaster's Excellence in Broadcasting Award for Best Talk Show! The winner of the award will be announced at the KBA Annual Conference on September 25th. ALL our amazing show guests have helped make our being a finalist possible. If you've been a guest on MMWA, congratulations! We have the best listeners and guests! | |
August 25th - SHS v. Russell County | |
Listen HERE for the live play-by-play football coverage of the SHS Briar Jumpers v. Russell County Lakers on 8-25-23 with Jon Burlew and Tim Washam. Somerset 106.1 FM is the official home of Briar Jumper sports! | |
August 25th - Lydia Moore of Hospice of Lake Cumberland on Mid-Mornings with Amy | |
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Lydia joined us in the studio to talk about the Jean Waddle Cancer Care Center at the hospital. This 8 bed care center on the 4th floor of the hospital is operated by Hospice, and cancer patients receive care in a home-like environment with their families, and, yes, their dogs!
If you want more information about the Jean Waddle Care Center, call Hospice of Lake Cumberland at 606-679-4389. Thanks, Lydia!
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August 28th - Farrah Dobbs of Faith Healthcare on Mid-Mornings with Amy | |
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We had a great and important conversation with Farrah Dobbs from Faith Healthcare!
Faith Healthcare has clinics in Pulaski County and other counties in our region and focuses on serving people who do not have insurance or who have insurance other clinics or medical offices do not accept.
Faith Healthcare can provide for the entire family - primary care, dental, lab work, immunizations, sports physicals, and so much more. Visit their Facebook Page and their website to make an appointment and learn more! Thank you, Farrah and Faith Healthcare!
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Coming up in September 2023 | |
September 1st and 2nd - Thunder over Burnside | |
September is National Suicide Prevention Month | |
This Suicide Prevention Month, the 988 Lifeline is here to support you. No matter what you are going through, we can help. We are here for you. Dial 988 or text 98 to connect with a trained crisis counselor who is ready to support you. | |
September is National Recovery Month | |
September 4th - Labor Day | |
September 11th - Live Remote 9/11 Remembrance Program | |
September 11th - Never Forget | |
Join Kevin Wilson, live and on location on Friday, September 22nd from 4pm-6pm at the Somerset Mall for the Friday Night Thunder Event to kick-off the Somernites Cruise weekend! | |
September 23rd - First Day of Fall | |
Community Events and PSA's
If you are a local non-profit organization, church, food bank, homeless shelter, or community organization having an event or offering a free service to the public, let us know what you’re doing and we'll add the event to our community events calendar!
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Somerset 106.1 FM Live Programs | |
The Morning Mix with Greg Moore | |
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EVERY Monday-Friday 6AM - 10AM
Tune in for the Question of the Day, Birthday Shout-Outs, prize giveaways, funny news, special guests, and community information every morning.
Make sure you TEXT Greg your song request via the Somerset 106 TEXT LINE at 606-679-9959.
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EVERY Monday-Friday from 8:30AM - 9AM during The Morning Mix
The show is about our community and the people in our community who have stories to tell. If you know someone who has a story to tell or who is working to make our town and region better, visit me via the show’s Facebook page or by email at amstroud@forchtbroadcasting.com.
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NOW PLAYING THE MUSIC OF YOUR FAVORITE LOCAL MUSICIANS EVERY FRIDAY!
EVERY Friday from 2PM - 6PM
Playing your favorite Hits from 80's-today. And you can plan your weekend with Nona, the Queen of the Somerset scene and hear the weekend weather report from Matthew Blum. Don't forget 90's at 3 as Kate brings you your favorite 90's hits for a solid hour!
PUB TRIVIA: One listener wins a $20 credit to Buffalo Wings & Rings every week!
Make sure you TEXT Kate your song request via the Somerset 106 TEXT LINE at 606-679-9959.
Follow It's Finally Friday on Facebook.
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On September 14th and EVERY 2nd Thursday of the month 4PM - 6PM
Take 2 with Rikiyah and Company has it all – conversation, reflections, discussions, great music, and fun!
Real conversations. Real opinions. Real issues. Real fun.
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On September 12th and every second Tuesday of each month from 3PM to 5PM, Amy Stroud, Chris Phillips, and James Taylor will gather around the Somerset 106 studio table to discuss important and relevant news topics of the day.
We’ll discuss legislation, government policies and regulations, local and state issues, and news topics that affect us all. Chat with us any time during the show by texting 606-679-9959!
Follow us on Facebook!
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Live Programming WTLO 1480AM/97.7FM | |
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Yacht Rock Radio on WTLO
Set sail with Yacht Rock Radio with Captain Adam every Saturday from 11am-1pm on WTLO 1480 AM and 97.7 FM
Hear some of your favorite smooth and sunny tunes! Get ready for the best yacht rock sounds every Saturday from 11am to 1pm only on WTLO!
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Cincinnati Bengals Broadcast LIVE on WTLO 1480 AM and 97.7 FM | |
WTLO is your home for Cincinnati Bengals Football. Tune in to WTLO 1480 AM/97.7 FM during the pre-season and regular season to hear the Bengals on the radio! | |
Cincinnati Reds Broadcast LIVE on WTLO 1480 AM and 97.7 FM | |
WTLO is your home for Cincinnati Reds Baseball. Tune in to WTLO 1480 AM/97.7 FM during the pre-season and regular season to hear your Reds on the Radio. | |
WKU Broadcast LIVE on WTLO 1480 AM and 97.7 FM | |
WTLO is your home for WKU Football and Basketball. Tune in to WTLO 1480 AM/97.7 FM during the pre-season and regular season to hear WKU on the radio. | |
Meet the Somerset 106.1 FM and WTLO 1480 AM Staff & Hosts | |
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Kevin Wilson
General Manager WYKY/WTLO and Host of Dial-A-Deal
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Kate Smith
Operations Manager WYKY/WTLO and Host of It's Finally Friday, The Set List, and Dial-A-Deal
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Greg Moore
WYKY/WTLO Program Director & Host of
The Morning Mix
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Misty Phillips
Website Designer and Client Social Media Manager
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Amy Stroud
Senior Vice President of Forcht Broadcasting and Host of Mid-Mornings with Amy and Tuesday's 3
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Laura Latham
Host of Dial-A-Deal
WTLO 1480 AM and 97.7 FM
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Rikiyah Pryor
Host of Take 2 with Rikiyah & Company
Somerset 106.1 FM
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Jon Burlew & Tim Washam
Somerset High School Sports Announcers
Somerset 106.1 FM
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Gary Daniels
Host of Dial-A-Deal
WTLO 1480 AM and 97.7 FM
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Mike Tarter
President & CEO
Forcht Broadcasting
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Faith Speaks
Graphic Designer & Social Media Manager
Forcht Broadcasting
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Paula McKinney
Director of Traffic & Billing
Forcht Broadcasting
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