Rik Mikals has had a remarkable journey in the world of radio broadcasting and community engagement over a 30-year span. Rik's voice has been heard on radio stations across Idaho, Montana, California, and Washington State. Rik has made Tri-Cities his home since 2007 and has served on the board of Pet Over Population Prevention, advocated for domestic abuse awareness through the YWCA, and highlighted the challenges faced by foster kids. Rik, a former foster child himself, remains a strong advocate for systemic reform in the foster care system. Rik Mikals is widely known for his never-ending knowledge of pop culture.
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Washington Set to Say Goodbye to Daylight Saving Time Forever
Oregon and Idaho are also considering abolishing Daylight Saving Time. People want the extra hour of light in the evening rather than the extra hour in the morning.
Oregon Is Considering Dropping the Voting Age to 16
Oregon is considering lowering their voting age to 16, according to a new bill that is being proposed in the Oregon Legislature.
Video Shows Where Not To Be Sledding on I-5 Freeway [VIDEO]
The Washington State Department Of Transportation has released a video of where NOT to be sledding and it's the I-5 freeway.
Build-A-Bear Is Offering Up $5.50 Bears For National Hug Day
This Monday is National Hug Day and Build-A-Bear nationwide is offering up $5.50 bears in celebration of the holiday.
Toddler Puts Hands Up As Police Arrest Father In Traffic Stop
The video has gone viral as the 2 year old girl imitated her father as he was getting arrested by police in a traffic stop in Tallahassee Florida
Pew! Pew! Laser Tag and Massive Arcade Opens In Yakima
It's a 4,000 square foot facility awaiting for you to take down your best buds and your worst enemies with a little fun and games and it all open this week in Yakima
DNA Connects Local Man With Legendary ‘Kennewick Man’
DNA Connects Local Man With Legendary "Kennewick Man"
IRS Says Tax Refunds Unlikely During Government Shutdown
The continuing partial shutdown of the federal government could delay your tax refund.
4 Easy Steps To Prevent Mail Theft in 2019
Mail theft is on the rise in Benton County and the Benton County Sheriff's Department have posted 4 easy steps to help secure your mail from thieves.
Here’s the Real Reason We Kiss at Midnight on New Year’s Eve
I once had a girlfriend who insisted on kissing at the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve, but as a young man, I had no idea why she insisted on getting that late-night smooch.
2019 Brings a New Minimum Wage to Washington State
The new hourly wage will be $12 -- up from $11.50. The minimum wage will be $13.50 by 2020.
2nd Harvest and Ranchers To Give Away Free Beef!
2nd Harvest has teamed up with area ranchers to give away free beef to those that need it.