Ben McKee

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Ben is live, local and Akron's Friendly Voice in the Afternoon from 3-7p on 94.9 WQMX! Listen for your "Throwback Song of The Day" at 3:20, "The Drive At 5" to get you out of work, "Ben's Trends" at 5:30p, "Feel Good Friday's", and you never know what fun contests he'll throw out for your chance to win great prizes.

Ben is a husband, father, lover of all music, the outdoors and sports. Ben has always been drawn to radio which became a passion as he graduated from the University of Pittsburgh. After stops in his hometown, Pittsburgh, and Corpus Christi, TX where he was a morning show host for a decade. He ultimately landed in The Buckeye State where he continues to keep you company at Rubber City Radio since 2016... In his free time, you will find Ben at concerts, Akron/Cleveland Sporting Event, dropping a line in the water all while trying to keep up with his wife Jessica, son Killian and 2 pups Blue and Moola.

Ben continues to grow in Akron and surrounding areas that he cares so much for, and continues to be a pillar within. Ben has hosted the Taste of The Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton to benefit The Akron Canton Regional Food Bank and loves helping local organizations and the people within this great community. You can contact Ben at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Tuesday, 30 November 2021 16:42

'Tis The Season

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Tis the Season.  For me there is a time and a place for Christmas Music. (not a set time, you just know!) I cheated this year and hung outside lights prior to Thanksgiving, when it was warm. My family put up the tree... just lights... no decorations, yet! As you can tell my Christmas Schedule is all out of whack...   But CMA Country Christmas was pretty good.   If you missed it maybe add these to your…
Wednesday, 24 November 2021 14:39

At It Again... Thankfully!

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That is my dog Blue above... He is a shelter rescue dog.  Shelters all across Akron, Ohio and the Nation need help. Miranda Lambert's MuttNation Foundation is at it again with the 'Share The Love Campaign'. If you ADOPTED or FOSTERED an animal since Feb. 1, 2021? If you VOLUNTEERED at your local shelter? MuttNation is looking to reward your work and help the shelters and pet communities they serve..   There are 20 - $1,000…
Monday, 22 November 2021 14:10

This Happened!

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Yeah Eric Church let it all hang out for the Hank Williams Jr. Country Music Hall of Fame Induction Sunday Night... Here is a glimpse.  Love the story and song...  Need more of this!  (Alan Jackson and Shooter Jennings also performed tributes to honor the legend.)           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by ʜᴜɴᴛᴇʀ ᴋᴇʟʟʏ (@nashvillehk)
Friday, 19 November 2021 14:12

Check These Out!

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These are some of the New Albums, Singles and Video Releases this week...  Enjoy! New Album Releases: Kristian Bush – TroubadourGabby Barrett – Goldmine (Deluxe)Pryor & Lee – Right Now EPWade Bowen – Where Phones Don’t Work EPThe Willie Nelson Family – The Willie Nelson FamilyCody Johnson - A Cody Johnson ChristmasRobert Plant & Alison Krauss - Raise The RoofTyler Braden - What Do They Know New Singles and Video Releases:
Thursday, 18 November 2021 19:37

Get The Popcorn Ready!

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Well Scotty McCreery is no stranger to television.  The American Idol Contestant was in your living rooms many times. This time is a little different.    His song 'Five More Minutes' will be the inspiration for the movie that will be on Hallmark Channel this Saturday Night at 10pm. Scotty is not in the movie but is an Executive Producer.
Wednesday, 17 November 2021 16:53

The King!

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Jon Pardi is not only a great singer but a master of disguise!He was 'The King'! Recently Pardi played an Elvis set and was able to tryout his new Elvis Costume.   For that we say "Thank You", Jon! He also announced his Pardi Batch Tennessee Whiskey and Pardi Batch 112 Bourbon.            View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by…
Tuesday, 16 November 2021 19:21

You Could Hear It Live!

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December 9th is going to be a lot of fun at the Dusty Armadillo.  Help out a great charity and check out WQMX Charity Concert Series with Kameron Marlowe presented by Klaben Auto Stores!   $10 Tickets benefit WQMX Tree of Lights for NEOPAT!  Get your tickets at DustyA.com .    
Friday, 12 November 2021 15:38

Check These Out!

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What a week for New Releases!! New Album Releases: Jason Aldean/Macon Caroline Jones/Aintpodes New Song/Video Releases: New Tours Announced:   Denver, Seattle & Atlanta, I’m pumped to announce I’ll be heading y’all’s way in 2022! Join/login to my fan club at https://t.co/RzSYEvromx to receive pre-sale registration info (info also emailed to members).General on sale Friday, Nov. 19 at 10 AM local venue time. pic.twitter.com/XAxb1GEEqW — Luke Combs ? (@lukecombs) November 12, 2021  
Thursday, 11 November 2021 14:25

Veterans Day

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Thank you to all the servicemen and women who keep us free...  We don't know you all but we owe you all!  You deserve more than a day.  You deserve them all...  Thank you for your service.   The artists are showing their thanks also this Veterans Day! On this #VeteransDay join me in honoring all of the men and women in the armed forces, past and present. Thank you for your service and for all…
Wednesday, 10 November 2021 13:57

Award Shows Can Be Fun!

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(This is for fun... you can use water or any beverage. It's going to be a long night always drink responsibly.  Hope all your favorite artists win!  Enjoy!) The CMA Drinking Game!  The 55th Annual will be hosted by Luke Bryan.  So let's get under way.....   Take a sip when: Luke does a jacket or wardrobe change. If Miranda Lambert's Opening Act is a duet.  When someone wishes Miranda a Happy Birthday. Any song parody.…
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