Tommy Carroll

Grand Rapids

Program Director and Host at WGRD-FM (Grand Rapids, MI)

Program Director/Afternoon Drive/Concert Promoter @ WGRD. Loves Rock, Hunting, Fishing, Riding my Harley and most importantly...spending time with my son!

Articles

You Get a Lei in Hawaii-What’s Michigan’s Welcome Gift?

2 days ago | wgrd.com | Tommy Carroll

Share on FacebookShare on TwitterWhen you get off a plane in Hawaii, you are presented with a Lei. What should people traveling to Michigan get when they arrive? Arrive in Hawaii and Get a Leicanva.comcanva.comI’ve never been to Hawaii, but as a kid watching reruns of Hawaii Five-O, I remember seeing people welcomed with a lei when they got off the plane. I know it's true because my sister and I were able to send my parents to Hawaii, and both received a lei when they arrived at the airport.
Is Tailgating on US 131 Becoming a Dangerous Problem?

2 days ago | wgrd.com | Tommy Carroll

Is Tailgating on US 131 Getting Out of Hand? Is Tailgating on US 131 Getting Out of Hand? canva.comShare on FacebookShare on TwitterHave you noticed on your commute, no matter what road you drive, that tailgating is a growing problem in Michigan? TailgatingLeon Halip/Getty ImagesMichiganders can all agree on one kind of tailgating, which happens on Saturdays and Sundays before football games.
Private Island Home

3 days ago | wgrd.com | Tommy Carroll

WXYZ-TV Detroit Channel 7 YouTube ChannelShare on FacebookShare on TwitterIf you have dreamed of owning a private island home in Michigan, one is for sale that doesn't cost millions of dollars. Private Island Homecanva.comcanva.comMany people would love to own a private island. The only problem is that most people cannot afford such an expensive island property, but dreaming about it is free.
New Rules Target Junk Fees — But Are Fans and Travelers Really Winning?

3 days ago | wgrd.com | Tommy Carroll

Concert Tickets And Hotel Junk Fees Just Took A Hit, Or Did They? Concert Tickets And Hotel Junk Fees Just Took A Hit, Or Did They? canva.comShare on FacebookShare on TwitterThe Federal Trade Commission has banned hidden fees for sporting event tickets, concert tickets, hotels, and vacation rentals, but are the fees going away? Remember Event Tickets Before Service Fees? canva.comAs a kid listening to the radio, I would hear commercials for concerts, and they would say the tickets are $7 or $10.
Should Lane Splitting be Legal or Illegal in Michigan?

6 days ago | wgrd.com | Tommy Carroll

What is Lane Splitting and is it Illegal in Michigan? What is Lane Splitting and is it Illegal in Michigan? canva.comShare on FacebookShare on TwitterIs lane splitting a thing in Michigan? If so, is it even legal? What is Lane Splittingcanva.comI can tell you that lane splitting is not a section of Michigan highway that splits to the left and right. Lane splitting has nothing to do with the road but has everything to do with how drivers use it.
Michigan Anglers Believe They Know Why Smallmouth Bass are Huge

6 days ago | wgrd.com | Tommy Carroll

canva.comShare on FacebookShare on TwitterMichigan smallmouth bass fishing is some of the best in the world, but are they getting bigger? Smallmouth Basscanva.comcanva.comThe smallmouth bass is one of the most fun fish to catch in Michigan. A smallmouth puts on a show when you hook one. There are many Michigan anglers who exclusively fish for smallmouth bass.
Why Some Tourists Think Mackinac Island Isn’t Worth the Hype

6 days ago | wgrd.com | Tommy Carroll

Is Mackinac Island Overrated? Some People Think SoIs Mackinac Island Overrated? Some People Think Socanva.comShare on FacebookShare on TwitterWhether you have been to Mackinac Island or not, you know of it, living in Michigan, but is it overrated? Find out what Michiganders are saying about Mackinac Island. Michigan's Mackinac Islandcanva.comI was born and raised in Michigan, but have never been to Mackinac Island. I have driven by it several times, and never pulled in to spend a day.
Understanding Late Spring Frost Damage to Michigan's Agriculture

6 days ago | wgrd.com | Tommy Carroll

What Damage Can A Late Spring Freeze Bring To Michigan? What Damage Can A Late Spring Freeze Bring To Michigan? canva.comShare on FacebookShare on TwitterA Michigan spring doesn't always go as planned. For one week, temperatures can feel like summer, but then a late freeze occurs and causes serious damage. Typical Spring in Michigancanva.comThere is nothing like when those first warmer days begin in Michigan.
Still Time to Enjoy Spring Turkey Hunting Season in Michigan

1 week ago | wgrd.com | Tommy Carroll

Spring Turkey Season Is Here — There’s Still Time to Bag a Bird!Spring Turkey Season Is Here — There’s Still Time to Bag a Bird!canva.comShare on FacebookShare on TwitterSpring turkey season is rolling, and you still have time to bag a bird. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has a special license you don't have to apply for. Turkey Hunting is Funcanva.comEven if you have never hunted before, I believe turkey hunting is one of the easiest types of hunting to learn.
Could Anyone Stop Calvin Johnson If He Played in Today’s NFL?

1 week ago | wgrd.com | Tommy Carroll

Gregory Shamus/Getty ImagesShare on FacebookShare on TwitterFormer Detroit Lion Calvin "Megatron" Johnson was one of the greatest receivers in Lions history. How would he do in today's NFL? Calvin JohnsonGregory Shamus/Getty ImagesGregory Shamus/Getty ImagesThere are several reasons the former Lions wide receiver, Calvin Johnson, played in 6 Pro Bowls. The fact that he made 731 catches for 11,610 yards in 9 seasons is reason enough.