Juneteenth
In case you were wondering what Juneteenth was all about, here is a little info. Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States which commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Although it has a few names, Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a combination of the words June and Nineteenth which is the day that Major General Gordon Granger gave the order proclaiming the freedom of the enslaved peoples of Texas. For whatever way you celebrate, observe, or reflect on Juneteenth, WHFR would like to say happy Juneteenth to all of our loyal listeners.
Happy Father's Day
To all of the fathers on our WHFR staff and to our dads, uncles, grandpas, brothers, and father figures who are loyal listeners, we wish you a Happy Father's Day!
'Detroit Flock City' Kickoffs June 20th
Detroit Flock City is a new show committed to highlighting emerging homegrown acts, introducing listeners to Michigan musicians from a variety of genres that span many decades, while providing greater exposure to the current Motor City music scene. You’ll hear garage rock to Detroit country, psychedelic to Motown, all genres welcome! During each weekly show, host Local Ladybird will run down the calendar of events during a brief segment recommending some of the hot shows happening in the area the week of.
'The House That Jack Swing Built' Moves to 8:00pm Fridays
The House That Jack Swing Built is temporarily closed while we pack up our crates of music and move to a new day and time! The House That Jack Swing Built moves to Fridays at 8:00pm beginning June 16th. We are also knocking down walls to expand our rooms with so much love to fill up your hearts.
Upcoming Sunday Mysteries ~ June 4th
You know the voice if you’ve ever watched a Rocky & Bullwinkle cartoon or old enough to remember his role as a TV detective in Cannon or Jake and the Fatman. It's estimated, though, that he played some 7,500 roles in radio! That included narrator of the CBS series Escape and as Marshall Matt Dillon on radio's Gunsmoke...but that's not all!
"WHFR Journal" - Tomorrow at 1pm - State of the City, College Bound, and more!
Tune in to this week’s WHFR Journal on Friday, June 2 for an interview with Tirria Kendred, HFC Director of K-12 Relations and Tracy Perry, HFC Director of Admissions and Recruiting as they share details on this summer’s exciting new College Bound – The Hawk Advantage program for prospective new college students. Also, in case you missed it live, hear a special broadcast of Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud’s first State of the City address that took place on May 23, 2023.
We Are Not Alone, Monday, June 5, 2023. 2-3PM EST.
Our guest today is Preston Dennett. Preston began investigating UFOs and the paranormal in 1986 when he discovered that his family, friends, and co-workers were having dramatic unexplained encounters. For a link to all archived shows, go to: https://whfr.fm/station/programs/malt-shop-we-are-not-alone-0. For the latest show archives: click the “Talk Shows” button on the home page then “We Are Not Alone.”
TOP TEN BLUES for May 2023
Please join Highway 61 for the best in new Blues releases and local area Artists' music every Friday, 2pm until 4pm, with host DJ~KittyLuv;) 'making~waves'.
Here is our latest Top Ten Blues new releases being aired at WHFR-FM 89.3:
Culture Collections Premiere
Culture Collections is a combination of international, easy listening, adult contemporary, and everything in between musical format, with a unique flare that blends a colorful taste of a century’s worth of music. Culture Collections, hosted by June Williams, will premiere on June 10, 2023, and will air every Saturday afternoon, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm, on WHFR-FM 89.3 Making Waves.
All That Jazz
At WHFR, we are constantly getting new music. Some of our most recent adds are shared with us by our Jazz Music Director:
WHFR Journal This Friday, May 26, 1pm-2pm
Tune in to the WHFR Journal, Friday, May 26th, at 1pm as we feature a chat with Dr. Brad Romans. Dr. Romans is the new Dean of Henry Ford College’s School of Liberal Arts. He’ll cover his experience and interests related to liberal arts and his vision for the school moving forward. For the second half, Dr Ali Bazzi, Superintendent of Schools for the nearby Star Academy is building a radio station for his students! His inspiration came to him in a dream and today he’s making it a reality.
Memorial Day Programming
On Memorial Day, we pay tribute to those who sacrificed so we could live in freedom. We are thankful for those who have served, and we are thinking of those who have lost people they love. WHFR commemorates Memorial Day during Roll and Tumble Take 2 (airing 4-6pm, featuring BLUES, R&B, EARLY ROCK 1951-1971 & BEYOND) and Hotwax Radio (airing 8-11pm, featuring MUSIC VARIETY). These shows will feature special memorials and songs with memorial in the title.
Change for This Week's WHFR Journal
Just a note to share that the interview we planned on this week's WHFR Journal with Dr. Brad Romans will be aired at 1pm NEXT Friday, May 26. Thanks for your patience as we move this segment to air it in its entirety next week. It'll be worth the wait! Hope you enjoyed our interview spotlighting this month as Mental Health Awareness Month with HFC's Adriza Caesar, and have a positive and pleasant weekend.
WHFR Journal for Friday, May 19, 1pm
Join us on the WHFR Journal tomorrow, May 19 from 1pm-2pm. We'll hear from the new Dean of the HFC School of Liberal Arts, Dr. Brad Romans. Dr. Romans will discuss his experience and interests that relate to a liberal arts education and his vision for the school moving forward. Also on this week's Journal, HFC Counselor in the Assisted Learning Services area, Adriza Caesar will discuss mental health issues and resources available to our HFC students as we shine a spotlight on this important topic during this Mental Health Awareness month.
"Blues With A Feeling" (Saturdays at 8pm) Returns This Weekend!
Hi, I am Anderson Coleman, producer and host of this long-running and thrilling broadcast, Blues With A Feeling. I am returning to WHFR on May 20, 2023, after a much too long absence. Listen to WHFR for many soulful voices and songs I play. These are rare sounds that many of you can relate to. During the Blues With A Feeling broadcast, I will capture the true essence of rare classic blues, R & B, and information about the music and the artists first heard here. These rare blues will attract and hold your attention from the moment you hear the first lyric.