Jake

I was born in Solon, Iowa and went to Washington High School. I got into the radio world at age 17 and fell in love with it. I spend way too much time on the internet and watching movies. My favorite book is Slaughterhouse 5, and my first job was a farmhand on a horse farm. I consider myself a bit of a history buff, and Eli Young Band is my favorite band.

Straight To Jail: Illinois’ Fastest Speeding Ticket Ever Recorded

Somehow today we are looking at people who have gone 100 mph over the speed limit and still only received a fine..

Self-Checkout Limits Continue To Rise At Walmart In Iowa

We all know the infamous 10 items or less lane in stores... well now we might be seeing those types of limits in the self-checkout lane in Walmart. This new change could be here sooner than you think.

The Storms Keep Coming… Illinois Needs To Put A Quarter In Their Freezer

The storms have been strong this year here in the Midwest. From snow, flooding, and tornados. Illinois has seen a rough year.

Warning: Don’t Shake Vending Machines In Iowa

We've all seen or been a part of a situation involving a vending machine and a stuck piece of candy. The first instinct is to try and get the candy loose ourselves or just move on with our day leaving it for someone else to mess with in Iowa.

The DEVASTATING Downfall Of A Once Loved Iowa Waterpark

It's been two years since the Wasserbahn. The abrupt closing went viral for many bad reasons due to a lack of refunds and little warning to employees. It also went viral early this year for the shocking abandoned photos.

This Is The Fastest Drive-Thru In Iowa

While I don't think the list is wrong (I mean they have the numbers to back it up.) I do think it could be misleading, these numbers are the averages of your wait time...

The Longest Served Prison Sentence In Iowa

Warren Nutter would pass away in prison after serving 65 years making him the longest serving prisoner in Iowa at this time. It is actually very close to Francis Clifford Smith who actually survived his life sentence.

These Abandoned Illinois Buildings Are Very Popular Spots

Illinois has a lot of memorable places that have gone into ruins over time. Many places either shut down after they passed their prime, or were destroyed by a natural disaster. All these spots have a long history, and while they are still up today...

Is It Legal To Bury Your Dead Pet In The Backyard In Wisconsin

Wisconsin is a bit different compared to Iowa and Illinois. The law was a bit harder to wrap my head around. The two nearby states have very straightforward laws.

Can You Legally Collect Rainwater In Iowa?

Social media is great, but sometimes random ideas go viral. There has always been this idea online that it is illegal to collect and harvest rainwater. Popular TikTok channels about collecting rain will be flooded with comments claiming it is illegal but is there any truth to these statements?