I started out at KHAK as an intern back in 1996 and have been calling mornings home since 1999. A lot has changed since then, but I still love the job! There's always something new to talk about! And the KHAK listeners are awesome. They're loyal, and always willing to lend their opinion. My wife Holly and I make our home in Marion. We have three great kids that seem to grow every single day. Chase, Carly and Cayleigh keep us on our toes, but being a parent is the greatest adventure of all. I love working in country music, and at K-Hawk. The listeners have become like family members, and I look forward to spending many more years waking up eastern Iowa!
Ryan "Brain" Brainard
Local Breweries Take Place In ‘Battle Of The Brews’
The first-ever 'Battle of the Brews' takes place this Saturday at Newbo and will raise money for the MDA!
Vote For The Iowa State Patrol In ‘Best Looking Cruiser’ Contest!
The Iowa State Patrol is in the running for the best looking cruiser in law enforcement! Vote now!
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Iowa Among The States With The MOST Student Debt
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