Sonny Renn hosted Dalton on June 12th and they were joined by his wife, sons and grandson to pick up barn wood and pieces that had been scattered throughout the field.
Dalton for a Day, June 12, 2008
Sonny and Karl. Karl was a Dalton for a Day host last year when they built a lean-to at his place on Highway 126. He came out to help the Renn's this year!
Dalton for a Day, June 12, 2008
Most of the Renn family, Intern Ashleigh, Fred (Dalton's father-in-law, Joy Crockett and Dalton)
Dalton For a Day, June 5, 2008
Chopping Musk Thistle in northern Crawford County. (Photos by Ed Fields)
Dalton For a Day, June 5, 2008
Dalton's John Deere XUV Gator provided by O'Malley Implement of Pittsburg.
Valley Grain
The crew from Valley Grain takes a little break with our KOW during the May 17th open house.
FFA Week
FFA Students from Jay Hawk-Linn drove over an hour to come tour the KKOW Studios during FFA Week.
FFA Week
FFA Students from Girard High School and their teacher Kyle Zwahlen toured the station.
FFA Week
FFA Students from Carl Junction toured the station.
FFA Week
FFA Students from South East High School toured the station.
Coffee Shop Tour: 2-21-08
On February 21, 2008 we made our second Coffee Shop Tour stop of the year. The Peppermill in Girard catered the event held at the Marvin Green Building at the Crawford County Fairgrounds. Despite the icy weather a LOT of Farmers and Ranchers turned out for free breakfast and coffee talk. Farm Director Emily Zwahlen didn't let the weather dampen her spirits as she interviewed Bob Duffin of Midwest Seed Genetics.
Coffee Shop Tour: 2-14-08
Marty Bunton of Ozark Ethynol had the opportunity to speak to the Farmers and Ranchers gathered in Parsons.
Coffee Shop Tour: 2-14-08
A large group of Farmers and Ranchers enjoyed breakfast and coffee talk at Fazio's restaurant in Parsons on Valentines Day.
Tanya Tucker at Buffalo Run Casino
Our own Dalton James Windsor was lucky enough to get to introduce Tanya Tucker!
Photos Courtesy of Gary Grow
Tanya Tucker at Buffalo Run Casino
Tanya Tucker brought her famous Christmas show to Buffalo Run Casino. Christmas is about family and she brought her's along, singing with her daughter!
Photos courtesy of Gary Crow
Tanya Tucker at Buffalo Run Casino
For only four tour stops Elvis' back up singers, The Imperials, performed with Tanya Tucker. We were lucky enough to be one of the stops!
Photos courtesy of Gary Crow
National FFA Convention
While the rest of the station was busy at home celebrating 70 years on the air, Ag Director Emily Zwahlen, headed off to Indiana with the Girard FFA. The Girard FFA chapter visits the National FFA Center in Indianapolis while in town for the 80th National FFA Convention. They let Ag Director Emily Zwahlen come along to take pictures!
National FFA Convention
Hi Mom! And dad, grandma and grandpa, aunt...
The group had the opportunity to be featured on RFD-TV while at convention. Former Southeast Kansas FFA member Walter Kinzie interviews Girard FFA member Teague Harris who had a lot of hellos to send back home.
National FFA Convention
Talk about stinky cheese!
Girard also toured Purdue University in West Lafayette, Ind., conducting experiments while on campus. Vanessa Scott and Trenton Mein make cheese using vinegar. Yuck!
Restless Heart Concert
The first lady of KKOW, Linda Willis, opened the show with her grand-daughter. It was a pleasure to have Linda be a part of our special celebration. We couldn't have done it without her. The opening also featured KKOW owner, Gene Bicknell singing a gospel medley and a proclamation by Bill Rushton, mayor of Pittsburg, proclaiming it "KKOW Day" in Pittsburg (October 26, 2007).
All concert photos are courtesy of the amazing Gary Crow..
Restless Heart Concert
Dalton took time to recognize many people in the audience who have been a part of the KKOW family for many years. He also treated the crowd to a duet with Virgil Glenn on Dalton's song, "Just Because", off his album of the same name.
Restless Heart Concert
Radio and TV legend, Virgil Glenn, delighted the audience with his performances on the mandolin and his beautiful vintage guitar that sounded as good as it looked.
Restless Heart Concert
Larry Stewart and Restless Heart proved that after 20 years in the business they've still got what it takes. 700 people in the audience truely enjoyed their performance and the guys even stuck around to sign autographs in the lobby after the show! Thank you, Restless Heart, for being a major part of our 70th Anniversary Celebration!
70th Anniversary BBQ
On October 24th the weather finally cooperated and we were able to invite the public out to join us in our 70th Birthday celebration. Leroy and Jack were our Grill Masters fixin' burgers for the hungry crowd, while Melinda and Penny set up the buffet. Everyone enjoyed themselves and many listeners took part in the station tours.
70th Anniversary BBQ
It was a beautiful day and quite a crowed turned up for burgers and a free concert by Duke Mason, "Little Elvis". He did a great job and Dalton even joined in and sang a little bit!
70th Anniversary BBQ
Lots of former employees stopped by, including our old friend, Jerry Waltrip. Dalton and Jerry chatted and shared stories.
70th Anniversary BBQ
It was great to celebrate with some of our friends, co-workers and listeners. Everybody had a great time and at the end... there was cake!
Greenbush Day: Stefanie's First Interview
There was fun for all ages at Greenbush day on September 15th. Dalton interviewed Stefanie about the fun events!
Greenbush Day: Jacob's Fish!
Jacob caught a big one at Greenbush day 2007!
Wild Horse Adoption
Dalton talks to some young horse lovers at the Wild Horse and Burro adoption in Girard.
Photo by Joy Crockett
The Chuck Broyles Show
This sign graces the table reserved for Coach Broyles each week at Chatters.
Hello Below...
While the calf roping made an exciting day, the Cattle Industry Convention made for an informative one. National Cattlemen's Beef Association President John Queen of North Carolina flew in to address the crowd from the stockyard balcony.
Introducing....
Some of the top ropers in the world get introduced to the crowd before battling it out for $60,000 in prize money. The top fifteen National Final Rodeo calf ropers and several guest ropers competed September 1st at the Joplin Regional Stockyards Best of the Best Calf Roping. Ticket procedes benefit Camp Barnabas, a Southwest Missouri camp for kids with special needs.
Chuck Broyles Show
This week's 12th Man: The Batalia's of Girard. Congratulations you Mega Fans!
Coach Broyles Show
Coach Broyles selects the 12th Man.
New this year is the Chuck Broyles Show 12th Man Club. Each week the Coach will draw one name from all those who registered during the show that evening. That person will become the 12th man (or woman!). They'll receive a KKOW t-shirt autographed by the Coach, a gift certificate to Chatters restaurant, a pass granting them pre-game access to the locker room and their picture and a short bio will appear in a 2007 PSU game day program!
Chuck Broyles Show
Eddie and Coach Broyles discussed the upcoming season and players and Eddie even asked the Coach some trivia questions!
Chuck Broyles Show
There wasn't a free table! The Gorilla fans were out in force for the first Chuck Broyles Show of the season at Chatters. Next week we're going to have to bring in extra tables!
Chuck Broyles Show
Sideline Reporter, Brice Rockers, joins Eddie at Chatters on Wednesday evening for the KKOW Sports drive prior to the Chuck Broyles Show.
Four State Farm Show 2007
860 AM KKOW celebrates 70 years on the air this year. We've been researching our history and showcased some historical "artifacts" at this year's Four State Farm Show. Items on display included the original cover of the FCC application for us to become a station in 1936, KOAM Radio memoribilia such as lighters, belt buckles and pens, and pictures of KKOW staff of the past. Several former staff members stopped by our tent to take a look and many long time listeners enjoyed learning more about the station. We even dug up some old Kow Chips and invited everyone to take home a small piece of our history.
Four State Farm Show 2007
Farm Director, Emily Zwahlen was at all three days of the Four State Farm Show. .
Four State Farm Show 2007
As the Voice of the Four State Farm Show, 860 AM KKOW hosts interviews at our tent for exhibitors. But it isn't all work. Dalton had a great time!
Four State Farm Show 2007
Many Thanks to LR Motors for allowing us the use of one of their golf carts. KKOW Staff used the carts to transport exhibitors to and from our tent for interviews. Here Dalton and Penny take a moment to chat with an exhibitor who BJ Harris is driving.
Four State Farm Show 2007
Dalton and Emily spent a lot of time together during the three days of the Farm Show!
Four State Farm Show 2007
Sales Representative, Terry Wood examines the display with General Manager, Chris Kelly.
Four State Farm Show 2007
Penny Wood, Emily Zwahlen and Keith Brown at the 2007 Four State Farm Show.
Merle Haggard Concert
Merle Haggard performed at Buffalo Run Casino on Wednesday, August 15th.
Photo Courtesy of Gary Crow.
Dalton and Sam
Dalton met and performed for fellow Kansan and Senator Sam Brownback at a recent benefit in Pittsburg.
Photo courtesy of Frances Mitchelson
Greensburg Tornado Relief
The St. Paul and Girard FFA chapters donate time and muscle to clean-up efforts in Greensburg, Kansas. Twenty six FFA members, their FFA advisors and some moms pick up debris thrown into this CRP pasture north of town. The owners, the Gamble family , planned to use the ground as cropland this year. Preventing that progress are the shingles, boards, insulation and scraps of metal littering the area. The trip was a humbling experience - we spent the day picking up pieces of homes while a bus ride returned us to ours. Thank you, St. Paul and Girard FFA, for letting me ride along! - Emily Zwahlen
Greensburg Tornado Relief
FFA members pick up debris from the Gamble family's pasture in Greensburg, Kansas.
Greensburg Tornado Relief
Rubble lines the streets in Greensburg, Kansas
Greensburg Tornado Relief
UNB Dalton for a Day: June 7, 2007
This year's UNB Dalton for a Day series kicked off at Joan Humble's farm Southwest of Girard on June 7th. Dalton and the crew worked to tear down fence. Many thanks to all our Dalton for a Day Sponsors: University National Bank, O'Malley Implement, Midwest Seed Genetics, Pike's Fertilizer, Girard Auto Supply, Ruddick's, Mr. Goodcents, Pittsburg Ford, KAMO Grain, Record Harvest, Overhead Door Company, and RW's Tri-state Mower and Saw Shop
Dalton for a Day: June 7, 2007
Kyle, Emily's husband, made the mistake of driving by. He soon got volunteered to help tear down fence. Maybe we should re-name the series, Dalton and Emily and Kyle for a Day!!
Dalton for a Day: June 7, 2007
Joan Humble talks with Dalton on air about her farm, located southwest of Girard. She started Dalton's day off right - with a hot cup of coffee! And, as an added bonus, she made breakfast and desserts! What a lady!
Dalton For a Day: June 7, 2007
The working crew pauses for a picture. From left to right: Kyle and Emily Zwahlen, Dalton James Windsor, Ryan Ziegler (Joan's great-grandson), Joan Humble, Kurt and Jamie Ziegler (son-in-law and daughter) , Jeanna Ziegler (granddaughter) and fiance Nick Harris.
Many Thanks to Joan Humble for hosting this year's first UNB Dalton for a Day event. And many thanks to Mr. Goodcents Subs and Pastas of Pittsburg for the wonderful lunch.
Coach Bill Snyder Drops by Pittsburg
If a coach is in town KKOW Sports Director Eddie Lomshek will be there. Former Kansas State Wildcat football coach Bill Snyder was at Hastings to sign copies of his latest book. Coach Snyder was a guest on the "Sports Drive" and spoke about K-State football and his experiences in turning the program into a national power.
The View from the Dugout
Every wonder what it's like to watch a game from the dugout? Here's the view!
Eddie and Billy Butler
Eddie and Bulldog broadcast live from Kauffman Stadium and snagged and interview with the newest Royal on the roster, Billy Butler.
Ricky Skaggs in Concert
Dalton James Windsor got to meet Ricky Skaggs during his concert at Buffalo Run Casino.
Photo Courtesy of Gary Crow.
Ricky Skaggs in Concert
Ricky Skaggs performed at Buffalo Run Casino last weekend!
Photo Courtesy of Gary Crow
Earth Day 2007
Girard FFA's Stanley Brown talks about John Deere green. Fourth graders learned about how a combine runs and why it is an important piece of equipment.
Earth Day 2007
Labette County High School FFA member Jim Gilpin tells Emily his Clydesdale horses are part of his supervised agriculture experience. The Labette County and Girard FFA chapters, as well as the Coffeyville Community College Collegiate Farm Bureau chapetr, volunteered to teach kids about the importance of agriculture.
Earth Day 2007
Montgomery County Farm Bureau's Darell DeTar talks with Emily about the Earth Day event that drew almost 400 fourth graders from 15 schools in five counties.
Coffee Shop Tour: Celebrities
Farm Director, Emily Zwahlen, interviews Gary Kilgore during the final Coffee Shop Tour stop of 2007, at Celebrities in Girard on March 1st. Reviewing the most popular ag issues surfacing at breakfast - It's March, so is it too late to fertilize fescue and wheat? Talking about his influence on Southeast Kansas ag up to this point - where do we even start? And looking to his future plans for retirement- being one of the guys on the trailer at field days!
Many thanks to all the farmers and ranchers who came out for this year's tour and a huge thank you to the cafes that hosted us this year: Joplin Regional Stockyards, The Lighthouse Cafe in Columbus, The Blue Top Cafe in Lamar, and Celebrities in Girard.
Coffee Shop Tour: Celebrities
The speakers are Crawford County Extension Agent (left) Dean Stites and Southeast Area Extension Crops and Soil Specialist Gary Kilgore. Dean and Gary graciously agreed to join the tour by combining their "Coffee with Kilgore" into our stop. Gary fielded questions from area farmers and ranchers while at the breakfast. Gary, a true staple to Kansas agriculture, will retire in early May. Listeners honored Gary with a standing ovation after his presentation at Celebrities.
Coffee Shop Tour: Celebrities
Everyone enjoyed the buffet, especially the biscuits and gravy, at Celebrities in Girard during the final Coffee Shop Tour stop of 2007.
T. Graham Brown
Dalton took a moment to pose for pictures with T. Graham Brown.
T. Graham Brown
Dalton and T. Graham Brown Autograph a guitar.
T. Graham Brown
T. Graham Brown signs CDs for some lucky fans, including Dalton!
Coffee Shop Tour: Joplin Regional Stockyards
Farm Director Emily Zwahlen, Dalton James Windsor (not pictured) and Midwest Seed Genetics' Bob Duffin sat down for a chat. Emily was shadowed by Carthage FFA student Amanda Sheets. Thanks to everyone who came out to our first Coffee Shop tour stop of 2007 at Joplin Regional Stockyards on February 8th.
Coffee Shop Tour: Joplin Regional Stockyards
Our sincere thanks to the hard working staff at Joplin Regional Stockyards cafe who made sure that everyone's coffee cup stayed full!
Coffee Shop Tour: Joplin Regional Stockyards
Farm Director Emily Zwahlen, chats with one of the many farmers and ranchers who came out to for breakfast. Some got up as early 4:30 in the morning to be there!
Emily's Nashville Adventure
Emily and voice of the National Farm Report - Orion Samuelson, waiting in the Nashville airport for a flight to Chicago - Orion's home. Orion is on after the 7:45a.m. Farm Calendar every weekday.
Emily's Nashville Adventure
Farm Broadcasters chat with USDA Ag Secretary Mike Johns when he stops in the media room during breakfast.
Emily's Nashville Adventure
During her trip to Nashville, Emily got to see MIke Adams of Agritalk, getting ready for his radio show and TV show that aired during the convention on local channels. You can hear MIke on 860 AM KKOW at 10:05 every weekday.
Moe Bandy Concert Jan 26, 2007
Bob Burk from sister station 96.9 The Kow poses with Country Legend, Moe Bandy, and two excited fans before Moe's concert t the Holiday Park Hotel Restaurant in Chanute, KS on January 26th.
Royals Caravan 2007
Royals fans of all ages lined up at Walmart in Pittburg on January 25th to meet Royals players David DeJesus, and Joey Gathright. Former player John Mayberry also made the trip again this year. After signing autographs at Walmart the caravan headed to Mid-Missouri bank in Joplin to meet more fans!
Royals Caravan 2007
Sluggerr kept the youngest Royals Fans entertained at the Royals Caravan stop at Walmart in Pittsburg.
Royals Caravan 2007
Sports Director, Eddie Lomshek, interviews John Mayberry of the Kansas City Royals at Walmart in Pittsburg during the 2007 Royals Caravan.
Royals Caravan 2007
David DeJesus signs an autograph for a young fan duing the Royals Caravan.
Royals Caravan 2007
Brice Rockers interviews Joey Gathright during the Royals Caravan Stop at Mid Missouri Bank in Joplin.
Royals Caravan 2007
Eddie Lomshek interviews David DeJesus during the Royals Caravan stop at Mid-Missouri Bank in Joplin.
Royals Caravan 2007
Brice takes a moment for a photo with David DeJesus.
It's Huge!
Dalton and JJ prove that they station is much bigger than they are!
Wow it's Cold!
BJ from our sister station, B100.7, didn't mind walking in the cold handing out stickers!
Kansas State Wrestling Tournament
KKOW Broadcast live from the Kansas Coliseum in Wichita Feb. 25 & 26 site of the State 4A/5A/6A State Wrestling Championships. 38 local wrestlers qualified for the tournament with 2 bringing home championships. Congratulations to all of the qualifiers and a big thank you to our GREAT sponsors!
Coach High rallies the Gorillas
Coach Steve High talks strategy with the Gorillas during the first round the MIAA Tournament at Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City. After a great comeback the women fell to the Griffons of Missouri-Western 72-20.
Tip-off at Municipal
The Gorilla women tip-off their game against the Missouri Western Griffons. After being down by as many as 14 points in the second half the Gorilla's made a furious rally to take the lead with 10.3 seconds left. In the end a three point shot by the Griffons ended the women's season with the final score 72-70.
Eddie at the MIAA
Our own Sports Director Eddie Lomshek gets ready to call the 1st round of the MIAA Tournament from historic Municipal Auditorium in Downtown Kansas City. The Gorilla women made furious comeback from 14 down in the second half to lead the Girffons of Missouri Western with 10.6 seconds left in the game. In the end though, a last minute three pointer by the Griffons with 3.2 seconds left in the game beat the Gorillas with a final score of 72-20. Listen the Gorilla men tonight (Friday) at 8:06 as they take on the Lions of Missouri Southern. Listen on-line by selecting the Gorilla on the front page.
