"WHFR Journal" Wags About Pawfest and the Benefits of Family Berry Picking - Friday, June 5, at 1pm
Join us tomorrow, June 5 as we take a deep doggie dock dive into the 2026 Pawfest taking place next Saturday at Dearborn's MaryAnn Wright Animal Adoption and Education Center south of Michigan Avenue. President and CEO of Friends for Animal of Metro Detroit Cory Keller will share the latest details about this awesome (furry) family event. We'll then share a PRX special from last June called Beloved Berries from WFIU.
This Just In: Episode 95
Episode 95 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs June 1st, 2026 from 8-9pm and June 2nd, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
Little Barrie - Talk It Up Like It's Wanted [Indie Rock]
Little Barrie - December [Indie Rock]
Little Barrie - Wire [Indie Rock]
Naomi & Her Handsome Devils - I'm Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter [Swing / Jazz]
Naomi & Her Handsome Devils - Dream a Little Dream of Me [Swing / Jazz]
Naomi & Her Handsome Devils - Duck Trot [Swing / Jazz]
This Monday on We Are Not Alone...
The first Monday of each month at 2PM, We Are Not Alone host David Twichell covers the UFO phenomenon and all things paranormal, while talking to special guests about their experiences and research...
TOP TEN BLUES for May 2026
Please join Highway 61 for the best in new Blues releases and local area Artists' music every Friday, 2:00 – 6:00pm, with host DJ~KittyLuv;) 'making~waves'. Here is our latest Top Ten Blues new releases being aired at WHFR-FM 89.3...
"WHFR Journal" Unveils 2026 Dearborn Homecoming Lineup and Shares "Allergy Reason" from PRX - Friday, May 28, at 1pm
Join us Friday, May 29 on the WHFR Journal as we share the just-announced talent line-up for this year's 45th Dearborn Homecoming Festival, taking place August 7-9 at Dearborn's Ford Field. WHFR will broadcast all weekend long from our broadcast tent on the carnival side, so mark your calendar and plan to stop by and say "hello"! Also, does this sound familiar: Runny nose. Itchy, watery eyes. Sneezing. The number of people with allergies, including food allergies and eczema, is increasing. What is going on?
WHFR PRESENTS Miles Davis at 100 on Tuesday, May 26
There have been many innovators in the music that we call jazz, but perhaps none more influential than MILES DAVIS. Mr. Davis was born on May 26, 1926, this year marking 100 years since his arrival on Earth. A master of the trumpet, composition and bandleading, he was at the forefront through the many changes and innovations in modern music...
WHFR PRESENTS THE MUSIC OF GUNTER HAMPEL (R.I.P.)
The world of Creative Improvised Music has lost yet another warrior, vibraphonist, bass clarinetist, multi-instrumentalist and bandleader GUNTER HAMPEL.
Gunter Hampel was born in Gottingen, Germany, August 31, 1937, and has recently left us on May 18, 2026, at the age of 89. Along with musicians in Europe and the United States, Gunter would collaborate with such artists as Jeanne Lee, Marion Brown, Anthony Braxton, Perry Robinson, Alexander von Schlippenbach, Willem Breuker and many others...
"WHFR Journal" Explores the First Memorial Day, HFC Counseling Focus, and Other-Wordly Show at the Hammond Planetarium - Friday, May 22, at 1pm
Join us Friday, May 22 at 1pm as the WHFR Journal showcases the HFC Counseling Department. Counselor Amy Ducklow will provide insight into resources for student support and some tips to decompress and get more grounded in our lives. We'll also share an opportunity to experience the Hammond Planetarium's remaining shows of the season (they're all free)! Finally, we'll air the PRX special, "The First Memorial Day" produced by Charles McGuigan which provides a peek into the very first celebration of this important day to remember and honor those whose lives were lost through war.
This Just In: Episode 94
Episode 94 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs May 18th, 2026 from 8-9pm and May 19th, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
The Sad Hour - Dead Nor Alive [Local / Alternative Rock]
Interesting Situation - The World's Greatest Hype-Man [Local / Pop]
Blerd Zimmer ft. Mrs. - Deserve (Dan Konopka Remix) [Dance / Electronic]
Chat Pile - Masks [Hardcore / Alternative]...
WHFR Presents: Music for the Mind, Body & Soul During Mental Health Awareness Month
May is recognized nationwide as Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to reflect, heal, uplift, and support one another through life’s challenges. During stressful and uncertain times, music continues to serve as a powerful source of comfort, healing, inspiration, and emotional connection...
"WHFR Journal" Share's the PRX Mental Health Awareness Month Special: A Toolkit for Mental Wellbeing - Friday, May 15, at 1pm
In stressful times, what if the key to mental and emotional well-being was not a mystery, but a set of daily, accessible practices that you could start today? Tune in Friday, May 15 at 1pm as the WHFR Journal presents the powerful Mental Health Awareness Month Special from the series No Small Endeavor called "A Toolkit for Mental Wellbeing". Hear what top psychologists and researchers say about how small practices like self-compassion, relationship-building, and mindfulness create outsized impact on mental, emotional, and even physical health.
This Just In: Episode 93
Episode 93 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs May 11th, 2026 from 8-9pm and May 12th, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
youbet - Worship [Alternative / Indie Rock]
The Afghan Whigs - House of I [Rock]
The Massacoustics - Outside The Outsiders [Roots Rock / Americana]
Pearl & The Oysters - Doom Mood [Indie Rock]...
WHFR PRESENTS Once Again Wishes You a Happy Mothers Day
WITH THE INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC OF FRANK ZAPPA
On Sunday May 10, WHFR Presents will feature three hours of the music of Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention for your listening and dancing pleasure.
Frank Zappa (1940-1993) was known to many as an eclectic rock musician but his work spanned across rock, jazz, modern classical and synth music. Going beyond his provocative lyrics and social commentary, Zappa's music incorporated the work of modern composers, jazz and the avant-garde...
"WHFR Journal" Talks Pawchella 2026, Summer Reading at the Dearborn Public Library, Mother's Day and HFC Commencement - Friday, May 8, at 1pm
Join us tomorrow, May 8 at 1pm as we chat with Nova Zorok, Events & Communications Manager for Friends For Animals of Metro Detroit about the upcoming Pawchella 2026 fundraising and celebration event at the MaryAnn Wright Animal Adoption and Education Center on Saturday, June 13, from noon - 8 p.m. WHFR will be there with our promo tent and Nova will share details on what they day will offer. We'll also talk with Library Supervisor Dan Lodge from the Dearborn Public Library about their upcoming summer events and the popular Summer Reading Program.
This Monday on We Are Not Alone...
Join us for We Are Not Alone with host David Twichell the first Monday of each month at 2PM. We cover the UFO phenomenon and all things paranormal and talk to special guests about their experiences and research...
