I love being on the radio. I've had a long career in broadcasting and couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I grew up in Upstate New York, and have logged thousands of hours behind the mic. Radio has allowed me to meet the greatest people in entertainment, including Jay Leno, Mariah Carey, Rihanna, the Rolling Stones, Steven Tyler, Wyclef Jean, Janet Jackson and so many more. I have also done live broadcasts from Universal Studios Orlando and hosted several listener cruises to the Caribbean. In July 2018, I began working in the WBSM newsroom as well as continuing on the air at Fun 107.
JR Reitz
Major Regional Karaoke Contest Comes To Vernon Downs
A chance to sing for your share of $2,500 happens at Vernon Downs as Rockokie, the karaoke-singing contest comes to Ring Eyed Pete's Bar. It's a regional competition and tryouts begin on Thursday, March 2nd.
If you'd like to be part of it, you need to be at least 18, and have a Vernon Downs player card...
Upstate’s Most Unique Irish Pub
It's been included on a list of the 21 best Irish pubs in America, and the bar on Tipperary Hill in Syracuse is one of the most unique in the country. For the past 84 years, Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub has been serving up a taste of Ireland...
Morning Mindbenders For The Week Of 2/27
Here are the questions and answers for J.R. and Naomi Lynn Morning Mindbenders for the week of 2/27/17:
Monday 2/27: In the average household in America, what is the oldest item you'll find in someone's refrigerator? A: Salad dressing
Tuesday 2/28: According to the latest stats...th...
Central New York Could See Severe Weather Saturday
With the record high temperatures we've experienced over the past few days comes the threat of severe weather before the next system moves on late Saturday. The National Weather Service is warning of possible strong, gusty winds and even hail for Saturday afternoon in Central New York...
Flood Watches Issued For Tug Hill, Parts of Adirondacks
Less than 2 weeks ago we were talking about record snowfall amounts for the Tug Hill area. Now, with the forecast of temperatures in the 60's along with heavy rains, NOAA has now issued flood watches for that area along with other parts of the Adirondacks.
Upstate New Yorkers Already Driving For Uber…But Where?
Now that the New York State Senate has overwhelmingly approved a bill allowing ride sharing apps to operate here in Upstate New York, it's expected that the Assembly will be voting on the measure soon. Meanwhile, Uber has announced that nearly 6,000 residents of the state are already driving for them in neighboring states...
Could We Break February’s High Temperature Record?
It may be easily within reach this week if some of the high temperature forecasts are accurate. The weather.com site is calling for a high of 64 degrees in Utica for Thursday, which would tie the all time high for the city in the month of February.
Morning Mindbenders For Week Of 2/20
Here are the questions and answers for the J.R. and Naomi Lynn Mindbenders for the week of 2/20/17.
Monday 2/20: No question
Tuesday 2/21: For the first time in many decades, sales of these for adults outnumber those that are purchased for kids...
Mohawk Valley Temperatures Could Reach 60 This Week
Many communities here in the Mohawk Valley saw temperatures close to, if not over 50 degrees this past weekend. According to weather.com, we could be close to that mark again by Wednesday, and the mercury could even rise more for Thursday, with 60 degrees a good possibility.
Top Rated Restaurants In Utica, Rome and Oneida
These area restaurants are the top-ranked in 3 of Central New York's largest cities, according to TripAdvisor.com. The website did the ratings for the 50 largest upstate cities, and it was published by newyorkupstate.com.
New Teen Organ Donor Law In New York State
It took effect on Valentine's Day, and the new law allows 16 and 17 year-olds to be organ donors here in New York State. Until then, donors in this state were required to be at least 18.
Now, once any New Yorker gets their driver's license, they can register as a donor...
Things To Keep In Mind While Driving In Snow
With the lake effect showing it's ugly face again here in Central New York, here are some common sense, but important things to keep in mind while driving this week. Before you hit the snowy and icy roads, take a minute to check out these AAA winter driving tips.