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If you love QUEEN and you’re looking to relive the grandiose style, music, and attitude of a time gilded in pure rock n’ roll gold, look no further than an evening with Bohemian Queen. THEY WILL ROCK YOU! Bohemian Queen is hailed as ‘The World’s Most Passionate Queen Tribute!’

Tickets on sale NOW HERE!

Each morning Monday, May 12th through Friday, May 17th, you could win two tickets (one pair) to see Bohemian Queen at The Mansion Theatre for the Performing Arts in Branson. Just listen to Kevin & Chris at 7:10am for your chance to win!

Each year, Lost & Found Grief Center hosts a memorial event and 5K to bring our community together to honor the memory of loved ones who have died.

Run & Remember is more than a 5K; it is an opportunity for you to gather as friends, family, and colleagues to honor and remember your person.

Thursday, May 22nd at Jordan Valley Park in Springfield at 6:30p. 

Register now HERE!

At 40 years old, it’s an odd feeling being the new kid on the block. While I’ve had many years working in television news, radio is an entirely new frontier. As they say, “Old dog, new tricks.”

I’m thankful for this new opportunity, even though there has been a major learning curve. Remember, “Old dog, new tricks.” I thought it would be fun to share a little about what I’ve learned during my weeks of training.

Slow down.
No really—slooooow down. Even though I talked too fast for radio, it’s okay to slow down in other areas of life as well. Odds are, people will understand you better when you do.

Get to the point.
You’ve got about seven seconds to catch somebody’s attention. Get to the point—but make it interesting. Life’s too short to be boring.

Fun stories are great, but stories about life are the most well-received.
In the end, people are interested in real, far-from-perfect, messy life. Isn’t that a relief?

I’m thrilled to be hosting 98.7 The Dove from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every weekday. I hope you can slow down and listen in while I get to the point—sharing stories about my messy life. We’re going to have a great time!

Kevin…

It’s not here yet, but it won’t be long. We’re in preparation to open the Howard family pool soon. Mama got it mostly cleaned out, but we’ll have to drain it some more because of all the rain we’ve had lately. We’ll pick up some fresh pool noodles and floaty things and spruce up the back yard a little and we will be totally ready for some summer pool action! Are you doing anything to gear up for summer? let us know by leaving a voice message from the 987 The Dove App.

Blog by: Chris Louzader

As a kid, Easter was pure magic!  Family gatherings, brightly colored eggs, and waking up to the best Easter basket overflowing with candy and treats left of course, by the Easter bunny!  Any Easter egg hunt was so thrilling.   The new spring outfit is the best!  

As an adult, Easter takes on a quieter, more reflective tone. It’s still about family gatherings and keeping the traditions alive. I have more appreciation for the meaning behind the day.  The change of seasons is still wonderful.  It’s more about gratitude, but I still want a peanut butter bunny!

Kevin…

When I first started doing mornings here in Springfield I had never heard of Silver Dollar City. Now, after almost 30 years of doing radio remotes there, it’s one of my favorite places to go. My kids grew up going with me and having so much fun. My son, Sam, said his first words there. Something about a puppy. My daughter, Lilly, spent countless hours going in and out of Grandfather’s Mansion. Her first ride, like many visitors, was Fire in the Hole. We were lucky to be among the first to ride all the new rides when they opened. So many great memories.

I’ve gotten to know the staff and players that entertain people every year. All great people who are passionate about what they do. I feel a little like part of the family. I’ve met the Herschends and heard the stories about the early years and the Marvel Cave. It has been pretty cool to watch the park grow so much over the years and it’s still going and growing strong. Got to shout out to Brad Thomas the GM and Mayor of the city for always taking time to to talk to everybody and making everyone feel welcome. Oh…and did I mention the food? I’ll bet I’ve eaten a hundred pounds of yummy treats over the years.

Chris and I were out there again this week to kick off an all new festival, the Spring Exposition. As always, it was a great time and interesting to see all the progress in the park. We’re lucky to have America’s favorite theme park right here in our own back yard and I look forward to making more memories there over the next 30 years.

Blog by: Chris Louzader

The Office is pure comedic gold in television form A show that has only grown more beloved over time. As it celebrtes its 20-year anniversary, its charm, awkward humor, and unforgettable characters continue to bring endless laughter to fans old and new. There’s something magical about discussing Michael Scott’s ridiculous antics, Dwight’s bizarre but brilliant logic, or Jim’s perfectly executed pranks with coworkers—it’s the kind of show that makes any real-life office feel just a little more entertaining. Whether you’re reliving the cringe-worthy dinner party or debating the best cold open, The Office remains a show that brings people together through humor!

There was almost a tragedy in the Louzader house. I almost didn’t watch this show. I missed it during its original network run. Then, I finally got with the program, it couldn’t have come at a better time. I had just finished the deeply intense and emotional The Handmaid’s Tale and then attempted to watch Tiger King—which, after one episode of that chaotic disaster, sent me running in search of something SO MUCH better. Thankfully, I landed on The Office, and from the first awkward moments at Dunder Mifflin, I was hooked. Don Louzader TOO! The sheer joy this show brings is unmatched. I’ve probably watched each season at least three times, and it never gets old. No matter how many times you revisit it, it still feels like coming home to old friends.

PS … funny thing about this photo with John Krasinski … it was taken at The Critics Choice Awards in 2019 … I hadn’t watched The Office yet AT ALL! Thank goodness I wised up!

Kevin

It’s Finally here. It’s officially springtime. See ya later winter. Don’t let the door hit ya. I really enjoy the change of seasons and here are the things I like the most about it.

*Open all the windows and get the dog smell out. That’s right, we have three dogs and sometimes it gets a little stuffy in the house.

*We don’t have to constantly run the heat or the AC. It ain’t cheap!

*Watch my wife get the pool in the backyard ready. Yeah, baby, yeah!

*Spend time on the back deck watching the dogs, birds, squirrels and other backyard wildlife. Especially in the mornings with my coffee.

*Break out the grill for some burgers and dogs.

*Baseball! Hey batta batta batta!

Let us know what you love about the spring and remember…987 The Dove puts the Spring in Springfield!