WRKR-FM (Kalamazoo, MI)

WRKR, known as "The Rocker" and broadcasting at 107.7 FM, offers a classic rock format featuring album-oriented rock music from the late 1960s to the early 1990s. Located in Portage, Michigan, this radio station has been on the air since 1988.

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#289167

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#69109

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Get Ready For Laughs As Adam Sandler Rolls Into Detroit This October

2 days ago | wrkr.com | Mark Frankhouse

Adam Sandler is one of the most kind of comedians of our generation, and this October he is bringing his comedic and musical talents to Detroit. Today, Adam Sandler announced on his social media platforms that he is launching the “You’re My Best Friend" Tour and is planning to make a stop in Detroit on October 14 at Little Caesars Arena. Tickets for the Tuesday, October 14th show at 7:30 PM have a pre-sale date of noon on June 26, with tickets going on sale to the public Friday, June 27 at noon.
A Startling Report On Michigan's Children's Education System

2 days ago | wrkr.com | Mark Frankhouse

Michigan seems to be struggling with education, especially among children, and has recently been named one of the worst states for education. This comes from the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s annual Kids Count Data Book, which normally wouldn't be alarming, except that they've been doing these for a long time. They recently dropped their 36th list of states’ care for youth through education, health, family and community, and economic wellbeing, and as the results show, it's not good for Michigan.
Rochester Hills And Troy Shine Bright On The List Of America's Best Small Cities

2 days ago | wrkr.com | Mark Frankhouse

When you go to the east side of the state, there are a lot of different cities that are home to many great neighborhoods. It turns out that my childhood home of Rochester Hills and its neighboring city of Troy were recently named one of the best small cities to enjoy an amazing quality of life in. How wild is that? Neighboring cities landed side by side on this list?
Michigan's Ghost Highway: Looking Back At The Long Forgotten US-16

3 days ago | wrkr.com | Mark Frankhouse

For those of you who have taken an interest in Michigan’s history, it may surprise you to find out that there is a ghost highway in Michigan that is no longer recognized, but at one time was the original highway that linked the east side of the state to the west side of the state.
A Night With Chicago: Reliving Classics And Making New Memories In Kalamazoo

3 days ago | wrkr.com | Mark Frankhouse

The band once called Chicago Transit Authority, now more commonly known as Chicago, has been touring consecutively for 58 years and remains one of the most celebrated bands in American history. On Tuesday, June 24, in Miller Auditorium on the campus of Western Michigan University, the band hit the stage and delivered a powerful performance that shows exactly why they are considered one of the greatest of all time.
Let’s Talk About The Enchanting Glow Of Fireflies And How To Attract Them Home

4 days ago | wrkr.com | Mark Frankhouse

Even though we don’t celebrate the heat, one of the best things about summer is the return of fireflies in Southwest Michigan. Being able to sit outside at twilight and watch your yard glow with the sight of fireflies returning is one of the most peaceful experiences you can have. But how does one go about attracting fireflies to their yard?
A Hot Garbage Smell Takes Over Portage, Leaving Businesses In The Lurch

4 days ago | wrkr.com | Mark Frankhouse

A situation arose over the weekend that has disturbed many local businesses in Portage, Michigan, as the owner of Solasta Spa, Salon, and Wellness has been dealing with odors that have forced her and other businesses nearby to close. Ashley Whited, the owner of the salon, recently took to Facebook to literally and figuratively clear the air about the situation that took place.
A New Taste Sensation Opens Up At Korner Street Kafè In Bloomingdale

5 days ago | wrkr.com | Mark Frankhouse

If you were in Bloomingdale, Michigan, and drove past 102 N. Vanburen St., you probably wouldn’t recognize the building. What was once a closed building on the corner of W. Kalamazoo St. and Vanburen St. is now a vibrant and modernized restaurant, which has been highly anticipated for months now.
Can You Handle The Jolly Giant Omelette Challenge At Tovey's In Germfask

5 days ago | wrkr.com | Mark Frankhouse

There is an omelette challenge that is not for the weak at heart, which was created by Tovey’s Jolly Inn in Germfask, Michigan. For those of you who crave breakfast foods and love your stuffed omelettes, there is one challenge here that competitive eater and fellow Michigander, Nathan Klein, completed in 30 minutes and 33 seconds. That record was recently crushed as Magic Mitch rolled into the Inn and absolutely crushed a 7-pound "Jolly Giant" breakfast omelet challenge.
Win A Soundcheck Meet & Greet In Paw Paw w/ Poison Drummer Rikki Rocket

1 week ago | wrkr.com | Mark Frankhouse

1077 RKR is going to give you the opportunity to not only see the drummer from Poison, Ricky Rocket, perform with his band, Rocket Mafia, at Warner Vineyards in Paw Paw on Wednesday, July 2, but we’re also going to hook you up with an exclusive soundcheck meet and greet opportunity. All this week, from Monday through Friday, make sure you’re listening to the Rocker Morning Show for the Rocket Mafia song of the day.