Chadwick Benefield

Kentucky

Host, Chad and Angel at WBKR-FM (Owensboro, KY)

Brand Manager at WBKR-FM (Owensboro, KY)

I am a fun-loving, friendly, and, yes, handsome radio dj who would probably have been a porn star if I hadn't been raised a Methodist.

Articles

Rallying Together For Chris Conley, A Veteran Who Has Always Served Others

3 days ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

Chris Conley, an incredibly well-known local veteran and community servant, received confirmation this week that he has brain tumor. That news was publicly shared Wednesday morning by his stepdaughter, Tristan Taylor. It has been a crazy couple of days and we have gotten too much, yet not enough info to even begin. Friday we found out that my step dad, Chris, has a large brain tumor.
There’s a Free D-Day Buffet for Veterans in Owensboro, KY

4 days ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

June 6th marks the 81st anniversary of D-Day. It was June 6th of 1944 that an army of U.S., British and Canadian troops launched an attack on German-occupied Western Europe. That orchestrated attack was given the name Operation Overlord. Adolph Hitler had established what he referred to as the Atlantic Wall. Roughly 135,000 troops stormed five beaches that day to begin to break through it.
Jack Wharff Band Headlines Friday After 5 in Downtown Owensboro

4 days ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

We are two weeks into the brand new season of Friday After 5 in downtown Owensboro and, so far, the crowds have been huge and the entertainment has been awesome. Exhibit A. Here's a look at FA5's 2025 season opener!This Friday, that Main Stage enertainment, for the first time this season, is going to get 'country.' The Jack Wharff Band is coming to town to headline the Main Stage on Friday, June 6th.
Whip Up This Crunchy Slaw In 20 Minutes For Your Next Gathering

4 days ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

The summer picnic and outdoor barbecue season is in full swing and Patty Millay, of Owensboro, KY, has chopped and whipped up the perfect side dish for virtually every occasion. This Crunchy Asian Slaw could be served with virtually anything- burgers, steaks, BBQ chicken, seafood, and more.
How Hot Is It Going to Get This Summer?

5 days ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

Summer 2025 is just around the corner. Actually, 'meteorological' summer officially began yesterday!Here in the Midwest, the arrival of summer can't get here quickly enough. I live in western Kentucky and we've had a miserable severe weather season. We've battled tornadoes, monster hail, and historic flooding. READ MORE: Videographers Capture Humbling Flood Imagery Across KYFrankly, we need (and have earned) some peace, some quiet, and some summer. Only, there may be a bit of a curve ball.
When You're Sick, Do You Have Really Weird Food Cravings?

5 days ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

I recently picked up some sort of biological warfare-grade stomach virus that literally and figuratively kicked my behind. It started with cold chills on a Tuesday evening. By bedtime, I was destroying the toilet- a pattern of unfortunate and foul behavior that spanned the next four days. By Saturday morning, I had lost eight pounds. It was brutal. As I explained to my close friends, I gave anal birth nearly 100 times. I know, that's probably TMI.
Should Indiana Raise Speed Limit On U.S. 231 To 70 Mph?

1 week ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

I spent some time in southern Indiana over Memorial Day Weekend. I was at Holiday World Friday afternoon. Saturday, I was in French Lick. On the way back to my home in Owensboro, something occurred to me. It's really time to change the speed limit on U.S. 231. Okay, hear me out. Yes, I realize that there will be some people who are going to disagree with me on this. But, I think I am probably in the overwhelming majority when I say this.
You've Seen the Thunderbirds in Owensboro, Now Catch Them on Netflix!

1 week ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

"Six jets flying. 18 inches apart. Nearly at the speed of sound."The Owensboro Air Show is coming back in 2026 and it will again be headlined by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. The Thunderbirds are one of the most popular aerobatic acts in the entire world and they've been a crowd favorite since they first appeared in Owensboro back in 2015. That year, I was invited to ride with the Thunderbirds and it was one of the most exhilarating experiences of my life.
How to Make Delicious and Healthy Banana Pancakes

1 week ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

Here's a fun and healthy twist on pancakes from the UK Cooperative Extension Office. Quincy Swanagan, from the Daviess County Extension Office, joined The WBKR Morning Show to serve up a plate full of Banana Pancakes that are guaranteed to be a hit among the kids and adults at your breakfast table.
Meet The Nerveless Nocks: Holiday World's New Death-Defying Show

2 weeks ago | wbkr.com | Chadwick Benefield

Holiday World's 2025 season just got even more thrilling than it already promised to be. Last year, the park unveiled its first ever family roller coaster- the Thanksgiving-themed boomerang coaster Good Gravy!That coaster was an instant classic and a favorite among coaster enthusiasts all over the world. This year, the park is unveiling a brand new show that's going to absolutely exhilarate audiences. For decades, the beloved Santa Claus, Indiana theme park has been home to a popular diving show.

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