Tony LaBrie

Flint

Brand Manager at WWBN-FM (Burton, MI)

Brand Manager for Banana 101.5 in Flint. On air weekdays 10-1pm

Articles

Here’s What’s Finally Going in the Old Lowe’s Building in Burton

6 days ago | banana1015.com | Tony LaBrie

Wait, was I seriously the last to know something new is finally moving into the old Lowe’s building on Court Street in Burton? Lowe’s in Burton and Flint Township closed their doors for good back in January of 2019, leaving Genesee County without a single location. Sure, we still had Home Depot, but there was just something about Lowe’s I liked better. The Burton store was always my go-to. It’s all good now—I’ve had plenty of time to get over it and have gracefully accepted Home Depot into my life.
Yep, the Largest Bear Ranch in America Is in Michigan

1 week ago | wgrd.com | Tony LaBrie

Share on FacebookShare on TwitterMichigan is packed with hidden gems. We’re talking quiet little beach towns, random lakes you’ve probably never heard of, and scenic spots that are way cooler than people give us credit for. But get this, the biggest bear ranch in the entire country is also right here in Michigan. Seriously. I’ve lived in this state my whole life and had no idea this place even existed.
Michigan Man Convicted of Killing 8-Year-Old Sister for ‘Talking Back’

1 week ago | banana1015.com | Tony LaBrie

A 24-year-old Michigan man was convicted earlier this week of fatally shooting his 8-year-old sister for 'talking back.'If there's a headline that will send chills down your spine, you just read it. It’s a headline that comes with so many questions, including: What could drive a person to commit such an unthinkable act? Honestly, we may never know. So let's back up a bit.
Hit One of These 12 Animals in Michigan? You Have to Report It

1 week ago | wkfr.com | Tony LaBrie

We've all been there, driving down a quiet Michigan road, minding our own business, and then out of nowhere, bam! You blast into an animal. It's never a fun situation, and in many cases, it can be downright scary. Sometimes, in these situations, we aren't thinking clearly and can go into panic mode, which makes it easy to forget what to do next. One thing you need to do is take a few deep breaths, gather your thoughts, and suck it up because you have a legal obligation.
Wait, What? Michigan Law Lets You Miss Work Without Calling In

1 week ago | wkfr.com | Tony LaBrie

Michigan business owners are freaking out over a bizarre new law set to go into effect next month. Over the past few weeks, we've told you about several new laws coming to Michigan this year, including a new sick time policy. Somehow, a different policy was slipped into the new sick time policy, flying under the radar for many, as it hasn't received much attention. It all falls under paid leave and minimum wage legislation, and some aspects of it are a little disturbing.
Hacker Alert in Michigan: Change These Passwords ASAP

1 week ago | wgrd.com | Tony LaBrie

CanvaShare on FacebookShare on TwitterHeads up, you may be using a password that only takes Michigan hackers one second to crack. It sounds a little scary, and honestly, it should be. There’s nothing more frustrating than dealing with passwords. It’s one of those annoying things that our entire digital lives revolve around. We need a password for nearly everything we do, including email, banking, shopping, social media, streaming services, and travel.
Why Michigan Residents Will See Wildfires This Spring

2 weeks ago | wgrd.com | Tony LaBrie

The last thing Michigan residents want to hear about is the possibility of wildfires in our heavily wooded state. The thought of wildfires can be extremely scary for some people, especially after seeing the devastation from major recent fires, like the ones that tore through parts of Maui or the wildfires that ravaged California and Canada. Those images of entire neighborhoods up in smoke are enough to make anyone worry.
Hit One of These 12 Animals in Michigan? You Have to Report It

2 weeks ago | wgrd.com | Tony LaBrie

We’ve all been there, driving down a quiet Michigan road, minding our own business, and then out of nowhere, bam! You blast into an animal. It’s never a fun situation, and in many cases, it can be downright scary. Sometimes, in these situations, we aren't thinking clearly and can go into panic mode, which makes it easy to forget what to do next. One thing you need to do is take a few deep breaths, gather your thoughts, and suck it up because you have a legal obligation.
Once Popular Music Venue in Michigan Set for Demolition

2 weeks ago | banana1015.com | Tony LaBrie

A once-popular music venue is soon to be no more, as it’s set for demolition in the coming weeks. While it's always sad to see a piece of music history come to an end, in this case, it really came to an end back in 2011. A music venue that hosted the Warped Tour, along with countless performances from artists like Anthrax, Run-D.M.C., 311, Tool, Smashing Pumpkins, No Doubt, and many more, will no longer be part of the landscape in downtown Pontiac.
24 Big Shows to See at Freedom Hill in Sterling Heights in 2025

2 weeks ago | banana1015.com | Tony LaBrie

Even though it doesn’t feel like spring yet in Michigan, summer will be here before you know it. Before long, we’ll be holding a cold one in hand, singing along with our favorite artists as the sun sets over the Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill in Sterling Heights. Even though the temperature isn’t quite where it needs to be for an outdoor concert just yet, it’s never too early to start making plans.