Michael Rock

New Bedford

Director of Content at Townsquare Media

Townsquare NB Operations Manager

Articles

New Bedford High Student Becomes Bull Riding Champion

2 days ago | fun107.com | Michael Rock

When you think about New Bedford High School, bull riding and rodeos probably aren't the first things that come to mind. Yet for Augusto Vieira, bull riding has been the centerpiece of his life throughout high school. His bull riding journey began at the age of 12 when he climbed on a mechanical bull at a rodeo in Norton. Augusto said he wasn’t very good at first, but he thought it was fun and wanted to practice more. He began training in the gym, got stronger and quickly improved.
Why Market Basket Workers Stand Behind Artie T. Demoulas

3 days ago | wbsm.com | Michael Rock

Before talk of a boycott of Market Basket, we should pump the brakes and reach out to the store. Market Basket is back in the news. With Arthur T. Demoulas and his children benched, tensions are high between Demoulas and his three sisters, who collectively backed the ousting of their brother from leadership. This story reads like Shakespeare. If we remember anything from the 2014 Market Basket strike, it's that Artie T. is the César Chávez of Market Basket’s 30,000 employees across 95 stores.
Shark Safety Tips For Cape Cod Swimmers This Summer

3 days ago | seacoastcurrent.com | Michael Rock

Summer is finally here. While the frigid temperatures and persistent cloud cover may suggest otherwise, the calendar shows we’re just days away from June. It’s almost time to fire up the grill, put in for vacation days and head to the (gulp) beach. If you're anything like me, you love spending time at the beach, but stepping into the water (especially here in New England) can be intimidating.
Gary’s Best Hot Dogs Staying Open After Retirement Confusion

5 days ago | fun107.com | Michael Rock

If you’re a fan of Gary’s Best Hot Dogs, there’s no need to panic. The beloved New Bedford hot dog stand is not closing. Some members of the public (including die-hard fans) misinterpreted the owners’ comments to local media and on social media. The confusion began back in November when the current owners expressed a desire to retire in 2025. “The media has explained our plans pretty well on numerous occasions,” Gary’s Best wrote in a Facebook post last month.
Tiverton Woman Competes at CrossFit Semifinals in Knoxville

5 days ago | fun107.com | Michael Rock

Emily Burnett is the fittest human being on the SouthCoast. Don't agree? Read on. The 31-year-old Tiverton woman not only trains at CrossFit Dartmouth but is also a member of the CFD coaching staff. This past weekend, Burnett competed against some of the fittest athletes in the world at the CrossFit Games Semifinals in Knoxville, Tennessee. To reach this stage of the in-person competition, she had to rank in the top one percent worldwide. Think about that.
10 Things This Fun, Futuristic 1960s Cartoon Predicted

5 days ago | kpq.com | Michael Rock

The Jetsons cartoon only lasted three seasons in the mid-1960s, but wow, what an impact. Such a fun, futuristic, and creatively written cartoon that, dare I say, most of us watched in syndication in the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s, and is still hitting streaming platforms today. The Jetsons first aired in 1962, but took place in 2062. It was all about George and his wife Jane and their two children, Judy and Elroy, and their life in Orbit City, which was in space, but was that really the future Earth?
Shark Safety Tips For Cape Cod Swimmers This Summer

1 week ago | wbsm.com | Michael Rock

Summer is finally here. While the frigid temperatures and persistent cloud cover may suggest otherwise, the calendar shows we’re just days away from June. It’s almost time to fire up the grill, put in for vacation days and head to the (gulp) beach. If you're anything like me, you love spending time at the beach, but stepping into the water (especially here in New England) can be intimidating.
Things This Fun, Futuristic 1960s Cartoon Predicted

1 week ago | wjbq.com | Michael Rock

The Jetsons cartoon only lasted three seasons in the mid-1960s, but wow, what an impact. Such a fun, futuristic, and creatively written cartoon that, dare I say, most of us watched in syndication in the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s, and is still hitting streaming platforms today. The Jetsons first aired in 1962, but took place in 2062. It was all about George and his wife Jane and their two children, Judy and Elroy, and their life in Orbit City, which was in space, but was that really the future Earth?
Shark Safety Tips For Cape Cod Swimmers This Summer

1 week ago | fun107.com | Michael Rock

Summer is finally here. While the frigid temperatures and persistent cloud cover may suggest otherwise, the calendar shows we’re just days away from June. It’s almost time to fire up the grill, put in for vacation days and head to the (gulp) beach. If you're anything like me, you love spending time at the beach, but stepping into the water (especially here in New England) can be intimidating.
SouthCoast Scholarships Award $200,000 to New Bedford Students

1 week ago | fun107.com | Michael Rock

As the parent of one current college student and another college-bound high schooler set to graduate this weekend, I understand the challenge of getting teens to apply for scholarships. It’s a fine line between giving them a nudge to complete the sometimes-lengthy applications and letting them take ownership of the process. If your family is facing college tuition in the coming years, there’s one organization you need to know about. It could be life-changing for both you and your child.