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.

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.

Abandoned Railroad Tunnel Near Tri-Cities is the Perfect Spring Hike

Plymouth, Washington is a short 33-minute drive from Tri-Cities and is famous for a number of things - including hidden treasure at the bottom of the Columbia River, a cool campground, and this fun hike near McNary Dam.

Did You Know This World Famous Seasoning Originated in Washington?

Originally crafted in the 1950s, this seasoning salt has become a staple in kitchens and restaurants worldwide.

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.

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.

Would You Bungee Jump Off America’s Tallest Steel Bridge in WA? [VIDEO]

At 375 feet, the High Steel Bridge is the tallest railroad bridge ever built and is listed in the National Historic Site registry. Present day, the bridge still stands sturdy as ever and is safe for vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles, and yes, even bungee jumping.

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.

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.

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].

The Tri-Cities ‘Dune’ Hike Will Test Your Legs

As the weather gets warmer and the urge to get outside gets stronger many of us rush to hike Badger or Red Mountain trails but there are other less crowded options with just as spectacular views – and you’ll feel like you’re in a different world.