Paul Drake

Originally from Vashon Island, Washington, Paul bounced to Alaska, California, and Hawaii before landing in the Tri-Cities. He's spent most of his radio career as Director of Content and Operations Manager for six radio stations in the TRI. He's an accomplished programmer in all formats, an on-air personality, an event coordinator, and a writer. You can find Paul and his wife at the gym, on Badger Mountain, or on a bike path when he's not at work.

It Takes Nerves of Steel to Land on Washington’s Only Beach Airport [WATCH]

The only beach airport in the U.S. is in Washington and it takes grit, guts, and timing to land there [WATCH].

Thrill-Seekers Converge on Washington’s Most Dangerous Road

Hart's Pass is the highest road in Washington State and is one-lane with dirt and gravel, steep cliffs, and no guard rails. Put it this way, if you suffer from anxiety and fear heights, this is probably not the road for you.

Mystery Artist Covers Pasco Bike Path with Miles of Inspiring Messages – Whoever You Are, Thank You!

In recent years, Wade Park has been plagued with vandalism, garbage, and graffiti, and as I began my jog early this morning, I noticed what appeared to be spray paint on the path in the distance. My first thought wasn’t pleasant - as I was expecting to see a gang symbol or profanity. Not this time, instead the path was covered with miles of positive messages - written with sidewalk chalk.

Stargaze and Look For ET From a Luxury Sky Dome in Washington

If you’re not the roughing-it type and want all the luxuries of home along with the outdoor experience then staying at one of these incredible igloo-looking domes near Mount Baker in Washington State should go on your bucket list.

WA Hikers Here’s How to Stop a Charging Bear

Bear spray is a highly effective deterrent to keep you safe from a charging bear or other large animal attack.

Suns Out and So is a New Law to Slow Street Racing in Tri-Cities

These days in the TRI, it seems as though any street or highway is fair game. A few examples include Sylvester Street between Road 32 and 52 in Pasco and Highway 240 between the Blue Bridge and Columbia Center Boulevard. Is the need for speed out of control in the Tri-Cities?

WA Town Featured on Netflix Reveals Massive Earthquake is Near

Copalis Beach is a quiet fishing town and is famous for solving a 323-year-old mystery – a mystery which is explained in detail in the Netflix series, ‘Earthstorm’ - a warning that the Pacific Northwest is due for another massive earthquake.

What Happened to This Amazing Tree Farm in Boardman?

The 6-mile stretch of hybrid poplar trees near Boardman, Oregon was so eye-catching the owners of the tree farm had to post no trespassing and no parking signs.

Would You Sleep in Washington’s Highest Cabin?

Washington’s most secluded cabin is located at about 7,000 feet above sea level on the south peak of Three Fingers Mountain in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. It's a difficult hike but those who have made it say it's worth it.

Washington’s Deadliest Plane Crash Happened Near Tri-Cities

The C-124A Globemaster built by the Douglas Corporation was carrying 105 servicemen, and 10 crew members when it lifted off into the eastern Washington sky at 6:27 a.m. on December 20, 1952.

Dead Dog Comes Back to Life After Being Thrown Into a Hole in WA

The legend of Mel’s Hole - a bottomless pit in eastern Washington reportedly had magical powers and was seized by the Government.

Huge ‘Batsquatch’ Spotted in WA – Fact or Fiction?

Batsquatch is reportedly half-bat and half-ape and has been roaming the slopes of Mount St. Helens since it erupted 43 years ago in May of 1980.