"WHFR Journal" Live From Dearborn Homecoming Festival w/HFC's New President, Kiwanis Turtle Derby, and Ms. Martha Reeves - Friday, August 7, at 1pm
Join us tomorrow at 1pm as we kick off our live broadcast weekend at Dearborn's Homecoming Festival at Ford Field (between Monroe and Cherry Hill, West of Brady) with the WHFR Journal live from our broadcast booth. New HFC President David Knezek will make his WHFR Radio debut and chat about his vision for the college and what his first 30 days at the helm have been like. We'll also talk with Jim Rugenski from the Kiwanis Club of Dearborn about the ever-popular Turtle Turbo Derby fundraising race and how you can get involved in the fun.
Today is Election Day in Your Local Community
Have you voted? It's too late to mail absentee ballots, but they can be dropped off in an approved dropbox in your community, or turned in to your city clerk's office. Polls are open until 8:00 p.m. tonight!
This Just In: Episode 101
Episode 101 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs August 3rd, 2026 from 8-9pm and August 4th, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
Ichiko Aoba - SAYONARA PENGUIN [World / Folk]
Allison Russell ft. Ahya Simone - Good Omens [Singer/Songwriter]
First Fifty Feet - Mirrors [Emo]
Computerwife - Nobody [Indie Rock]
Frank Migliorelli and The Dirt Nappers - Michigan [Roots Rock]
They Might Be Giants - Get Down [Rock]
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. This week's guest is Ron James...
TOP TEN BLUES for July 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 PRESENTS THE MUSIC OF NANA VASCONCELOS
The great multi-instrumentalist and vocalist NANA VASCONCELOS will be the focus of this week's WHFR PRESENTS. The Brazilian percussionist, vocalist and berimbau artist enjoyed a career that spanned over 45 years, deeply inspiring the world of music. Mr. Vasconcelos both led ensembles and collaborated with musicians from the styles of world beat, jazz, ambient and popular music...
"WHFR Journal" Talks Ann Arbor Pride, Dearborn Homecoming, and The Power of Humor and How It Can Do Wonders for Our Lives - Friday, July 31, at 1pm
Join us this Friday, July 31 for the WHFR Journal. We'll update you on events happening in our community including Ann Arbor Pride, Dearborn Homecoming Festival, and share a piece from PRX's Embodied series called "The Case For Taking Humor Seriously: A 2026 Summer Special". Professional comedian Chris Duffy explains why we need to laugh more in life and shares his tips for cultivating more humor in the day-to-day. Plus, he and host Anita Rao workshop some comedy exercises that help kickstart creative juices, foster connection and get you laughing more.
"WHFR Journal" Talks Protecting the Freedom to Vote w/the League of Women Voters, and Stories About the 19 Amendment - Friday, July 24, at 1pm
Join us tomorrow, Friday, July 24 as we welcome the President of the League of Women Voters Dearborn-Dearborn Heights Connie Mitchell to the WHFR Journal. In her inaugural visit to the show, Connie will share details about what we should expect when voting in the August 4 Primary, how to vote absentee or in person, and how to be an empowered citizen we we exercise our right as Americans.
The Crypt Ozzy Tribute
Tomb into The Crypt on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, from 4-6 PM as your Ghoulfriend plays tribute to the Prince of Darkness for two full hours. First hour Black Sabbath, second hour all Ozzy. Rock and Roll!
WHFR Presents - Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs
Songwriters have been pursuing the divine in music since the beginning of time. Bill Keith will host WHFR Presents on Sunday, July 19, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., as he explores sacred music across musical genres. Enjoy an early evening mix of blues, country, jazz, rock and more...
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WHFR To Broadcast "An Evening Of Beautiful Noise" From Third Man Records at Concert of Colors on Friday, July 17th
Concert of Colors is one of the nation’s longest-running, largest, free global music festivals, bringing world-class performances from around the globe to Detroit, and WHFR will be broadcasting live performances from Third Man Records Detroit starting at 8:00pm on Friday, July 17th...
"WHFR Journal" Explores the Mysteries of Blue Moon Ice Cream and Swimmer's Itch from "Points North" - Friday, July 17, at 1pm
Tune in to this week's WHFR Journal as we take a look at two quintessential summertime topics: ice cream and swimmer's itch with the PRX program Points North from Interlochen Public Radio. The mystery behind Blue Moon ice cream, this classic Midwestern, bright blue dessert, has evaded consumers for years. No one can agree on what it tastes like, and no one with the info will say. And next, Ron Reimink knew how uncomfortable and annoying swimmer’s itch could be. He spent much of his adult life trying to eradicate it in lakes across northern Michigan.
WHFR to Air Classical Programming Today -- July 15
Due to a requirement from DTE Energy to reduce our campus-wide energy consumption at this time, Henry Ford College closed at 4:00 p.m. today, so we're unable to bring you the Afternoon Jazz, Cruisin' and Bluesin' with The jumper, and Midweek Midnights programs. Rest assured, our hosts will be back for your favorite Wednesday evening shows next week here on WHFR, and we hope you enjoy the pleasant sounds of Classical 24 via Satellite. Stay safe and be cool!
For further information about the campus closure, please visit to hfcc.edu.
This Just In: Episode 99
Episode 99 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs July 13th, 2026 from 8-9pm and July 14th, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
The Thoughtlife - Pondering [Local / Rock]
Infinity Song - Hurricane [Alternative]
Guesstimate - 24 Karat Cereal [Rock]
ear - Coil [Electronic]
The Headless - Another Cloth [Local / Rock]
Karate Boogaloo - Booger's Bounce of Joy [Jazz / Funk]
Protoje ft. Pressure Busspipe - The Locusts [Reggae / World]
Eartheater - Crown Jewel [Electronic / Indie]
WHFR PRESENTS "GOOD VIBES"
The vibraphone, often referred to as vibraharp or just plain vibes, is an instrument in the percussion family that can bring you rhythm, melody and much happiness. Many of the great musicians in jazz, and other genres of music, have chosen the vibes and its cousins like the marimba, as their primary instruments to make music with...
