I started out at KHAK as an intern back in 1995 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

Former Iowa Star Keegan Murray Injured During Sacramento Loss
Murray will undergo more tests later today.

Iowa Gas Prices Could Be 50 Cents Lower Than Last Thanksgiving
Gas prices have fallen for nine straight weeks.

Cantaloupe Sold In Iowa Linked To Salmonella Outbreak
Consumers are urged NOT to eat the recalled fruit.
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Another game, another NCAA record for Iowa's Caitlin Clark!

This Eastern Iowa Town Can Be Found in Dungeons and Dragons
The Eastern Iowa town has been part of the D&D world since the 70s.

Former Hawkeye Offensive Lineman Will Retire as a Packer
The Midwest native will retire a Packer at Lambeau Field this weekend.

Cedar Rapids Fast Food Restaurant Using AI at Drive-Thru
Her name is 'Tori' and she'll take your order at Hardees.
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Eastern Iowa Jewelry Store To Close After 93 Years in Business
A going out of business sale is underway.