HOME.fm

106.9 HOME.fm is a radio station that plays Music That Makes You Feel Good® in Jackson, Michigan, and online from anywhere in the world and on our free phone app. Listen throughout the day for a unique mix of mainstream and Christian music, conversation and connections to the Jackson Community. HOME.fm broadcasts to your home at 106.9 FM, office, car, and other smart devices from the campus of Spring Arbor University, alongside our NEW sister-station, 89.3 The Arbor. 89.3 The Arbor features SAU students sharing the story of Spring Arbor University through a variety of programs and features.

April is Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month. Rachel Ryder talked with Kim Conant, the Executive Director of The Council for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (CPCAN), about how blue pinwheels have become a symbol for awareness and education about this issue in Jackson. You can reach Kim at (517) 788-4239 or email: [email protected] if you have questions.

It takes a community to raise a child and with your help, we can make sure every child has a childhood they deserve. BE A LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS!

Rachel Ryder talked with Dr. Muhammed Ghali with the Center For Family Health about pediatrics, healthcare and other services offered through the center. Find them at https://centerforfamilyhealth.org/ or call (517)748-5500.

Danny Gokey is bringing his New Day tour (with special guest Coby James) to Battle Creek on Sunday, April 11. Rachel Ryder welcomed him to the show to talk about the show and other stories (including an April Fools prank he fell for earlier this month). Find out more about the show at https://www.ticketweb.com/event/danny-gokey-battle-journey-church-formerly-battle-creek-tickets/10884065?pl=transparentprod&edpPlParam=?pl=transparentprod

Kay spoke with Don McCracken, local weather enthusiast and storm chaser! He spoke on some of his adventures and the behind-the-scenes of his work, along with sharing safety tips to help you and your family remain safe during a tornado.

FREE POPCORN! Come and get it!

Rachel Ryder talked with Steve Tucker from The Michigan Theatre of Jackson(124 N. Mechanic Street, Jackson, MI) about our popcorn pick-up event. HOME.fm is HAPPY to support the Michigan Theatre by sponsoring a “Popcorn Pick-Up” event. Simply drive up to the main entrance/marquee of the Michigan Theatre downtown for a FREE box of popcorn! PLUS, some HOME.fm giveaways! Join us on either/both Thursday & Friday, March 25 & 26, 2021 from 5-6:30 pm. No catch! Just come enjoy a Covid-safe, FREE, drive-thru pick-up experience. Donations to help support the Michigan Theatre are welcome, but not required. Let’s support our local businesses.

HOME.fm is focusing on the theme of perseverance. Kay welcomed her friend Cassy Frye to share her story of perseverance of overcoming addiction, remaining clean and finding strength and encouragement that guides her through today - celebrating 3 years of being clean!

Do you think this leprechaun trap is going to do its job today?

(pics shared by Jennifer Dostert )

HOME.fm is focusing on the theme of perseverance. Kay welcomed her friend Betsy to share her story of perseverance over cancer and the prayers for her son.

Kay welcomed Jan Barker from Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan to talk about how they connect girls with their mission, and how they teach them to persevere, as a part of HOME.fm's monthly theme.

Find out more about them at https://www.gshom.org/en/our-council/who-we-are.html