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.

Wednesday, 06 March 2024 10:13

Ben's 10 - New Ones!

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                              Before the Spring/Summer New Music Dump... These are a few of my favorites right now: (No certain order) Justin Moore - This Is My Dirt Zach Top - Sounds Like The Radio Ashley McBryde - The Devil I Know Nate Smith - Bulletproof Ryan Larkins - King Of Country Music Chris Stapleton - Think I'm In Love With You Dillon…
Monday, 04 March 2024 14:44

Just Announced!

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                              Who will host?  Who will Presenters be?  Who gets nominations?  That will all be announced later... But mark your calendars and keep those ears open y'all!           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Academy of Country Music (ACM) (@acmawards)  
Friday, 01 March 2024 19:46

Can He Pull It Off?

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The Naked Gun with Leslie Neilson was released many moons ago.   This week it was announced a Reboot will be released in July of 2025... This time around since Leslie Neilson is no longer with us.  Liam Neeson has been announced as the star???  Neeson is not Neilson, I promise you that!  Do you think Liam Neeson can pull it off?   The movie was first announced back in 2022... Seth McFarlane is a producer on…
Thursday, 29 February 2024 18:45

New Scotty!!

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Well he was at The Dusty Armadillo not too long ago talking about the new album during our Charity Concert Series Show... Now we have the details... Tonight Scotty McCreery will drop a new song called 'Slow Dance' which he was teasing on socials for a minute... That song and 'Cab in A Solo' will be on his new album not called #5...  it's title is "RISE & FALL" out May 10th.          …
Wednesday, 28 February 2024 19:07

Floor To Ceiling

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Every Final Friday of the Month (tomorrow 2-29) we go Floor To Ceiling from National Design Mart.   Listen tomorrow on the ride home in your 5 o' clock hour for your chance to go Floor To Ceiling.   Your chance to guess the exact price of a National Design Mart Product or Merchandise.  Caller 9 that gets in will have 60 seconds to guess the exact price with a little help of course for the $250…
Tuesday, 27 February 2024 13:42

Like A Surgeon!

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The Unique & In-Demand Jobs keep coming from Stark State College in Summit & Stark Counties...  and StarkState.edu. This series will continue with videos and posts spotlighting some In-Demand Jobs and Locally Growing Careers that you will be able to fast track your career path quickly at Stark State.    
Friday, 23 February 2024 19:28

Let's Get Fancy!

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When I read Reba's Mansion on Vrbo... (I was like someone is going to lose a lot of money on this one!) The Nashville Mansion was formerly owned by Reba and called StarStruck Farms... She sold it for $5 Million back in 2017... The property mansion now on Estate at Cherokee Dock supposedly sleeps 24 people.  Maybe split the $3,500 price tag?   Anyone want to Spring Break at Reba's old spot?  Sing Fancy in these…
Wednesday, 21 February 2024 17:52

Wrasslin' Wednesday

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Elimination Chamber is this Saturday!  Being in Perth, Australia that means most fans from the U.S.A are going to have an early morning if watching live at 5am. 2024 WWE Elimination Chamber Card:  Men's Elimination Chamber: Drew McIntyre, Randy Orton, Bobby Lashley, LA Knight, Kevin Owens & Logan Paul Logan Paul holding 2 belts is interesting but until he is a full-timer, I don't see it happening.   I think Randy Orton can never be counted…
Tuesday, 20 February 2024 17:29

Honky Tonkin'

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  Broadway and the surrounding area in Nashville is going to get a bit crowded...  with Garth Brooks announcing the Grand Opening of 'Friends In Low Places'.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by FRIENDS IN LOW PLACES BAR & HONKY-TONK (@friendsbarnash)  This year Eric Church, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Old Dominion and I'm sure a number…
Monday, 19 February 2024 16:06

Umm?

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Not sure if this braggable?  Drunkest Fanbases... I realize this company is just trying to sell Breathalyzers but explains, all the Football Fights.  Sheesh! Browns came in at #12.  Imagine the ranking during the Hue Jackson Era.  See how everyone else ranked.  Click Here. Remember Drink Responsibly.
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