Johnny Marks

Cedar Falls

Operations Manager and Host, Marks in the Morning at Townsquare Media

Brand Manager at KCRR-FM (Waterloo, IA)

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Articles

15 Everyday Sights That Prove You’re in Eastern Iowa [GALLERY]

2 days ago | k923.fm | Johnny Marks

Living in Eastern Iowa is great, isn't it? There really is something for everyone here, right? From rural, rolling farmland to larger, urban settings, we've really got a nice slice of America in our part of the Hawkeye State. I was inspired by the idea that we have a lot of unique and different traditions, let's call them that. I came up with a list of 15 common sights in Iowa that, when you see them, you know you're home.
U.S. Issues Warning for Tourists Heading to a Europe Country

3 days ago | koel.com | Johnny Marks

It's the time of the year when many Iowans and Americans travel. Summer vacation is an excellent time to escape from home and get away. For many, it's a road trip to somewhere in the Midwest, if not staying within the state. Some of my favorite memories were summer road trips. For others, it may be a trip overseas. From sightseeing at a historic location, or possibly seeing out of country family, to just a really cool family vacation.
Surprising List Shows Top Grocery Stores Iowa Doesn’t Have [GALLERY]

3 days ago | k923.fm | Johnny Marks

Where is your favorite place to shop for groceries? Maybe Iowa-based Hy-Vee or Fareway? Right now, with prices rising on so many items, maybe "nowhere" is your answer. Wherever you shop, chances are you aren't shopping at one of America's top grocery stores because a new study named the top 10, and Iowa is only home to two of them!I have no doubt the study, done by Food & Wine, left out many regional chains, but it seems odd that it's filled with so many I have never even heard of.
U.S. Issues Warning for Tourists Heading to a Europe Country

3 days ago | k923.fm | Johnny Marks

It's the time of the year when many Iowans and Americans travel. Summer vacation is an excellent time to escape from home and get away. For many, it's a road trip to somewhere in the Midwest, if not staying within the state. Some of my favorite memories were summer road trips. For others, it may be a trip overseas. From sightseeing at a historic location, or possibly seeing out of country family, to just a really cool family vacation.
Here’s Where Kids Can Eat Free in Waterloo This Summer

4 days ago | k923.fm | Johnny Marks

Kids everywhere in the Cedar Valley are celebrating the end of school. While it's always a lot more fun to sleep in, ditch the textbooks, and have fun outside, for many kids and their parents, sometimes summer is challenging because they don't know where their next meal will come from. Waterloo Community Schools are making sure kids stay full, nourished, and supported, with no questions asked.
Officials Track 51 Cases of Rare, Dangerous Fungus in Iowa

4 days ago | k923.fm | Johnny Marks

Candida auris is a type of yeast that’s hard to treat and can make people very sick. It can live on the skin and spread easily in hospitals and care facilities, leading to outbreaks that are tough to stop. The best way to control it is to catch it early and use strong infection prevention methods. According to NBC Chicago, there were 469 Midwest cases as of April 26. Iowa has 51 of those cases.
Iowa Homeowners: Never Flush These Things Down the Toilet (You'll Be Sorry)

5 days ago | k923.fm | Johnny Marks

I'm a big fan of toilet humor. Yes, I'm still 12. I don't really think that will ever change. I have a newborn at home, and he's so gassy, it's likely to only get worse as he gets older. At least I'll have a partner in crime. Toilet humor is one thing. Actual interactions with a toilet, those I take pretty seriously. Ever stop to think about the things Iowans flush down a toilet? Maybe don’t… but if you have, and you’ve wondered, “Should I?” the answer is almost always: nope. You shouldn’t.
These Iowa Towns Have Major Brainpower [LIST]

5 days ago | k923.fm | Johnny Marks

There are always debates among kids in school about who is the best in this or that, with regards to things like pro sports or TV characters. I remember many arguments over who the best WWE wrestler was when I was a kid. There was never any real evidence that backed up which one kid or the other believed. But it was fun to debate. What would an adult version of these petty, very childlike arguments be? My vote is for the smartest city in Iowa.
Can You Spell the Word Iowans Get Wrong Most Often?

1 week ago | k923.fm | Johnny Marks

I am not a good speller. I'll be the very first to admit. Chances are I've Googled how to spell half the words in the story... so far!But... I don't think the word that Iowans have the most trouble with is really that hard to spell. A little tricky? Maybe. But our most misspelled word? Come on, now!You'll have to tell me if you agree, it's not that hard to spell.
Hotter-Than-Normal Summer Predicted for Iowa

1 week ago | k923.fm | Johnny Marks

Summer is upon us! It's many Iowans' favorite time of year. What's not to love? County fairs, pools, beaches... yeah, we have a few of those in Iowa. It's all about soaking up the vitamin D and making the most of the days and nights when we can be outside and not have to worry about putting on layers. Actually, this summer, you'll want to remove as many as possible because it's going to be a hot summer, according to the experts at NOAA.