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Girls Inc. Update

Tai Muldoon gives us an update on the damage at Girls Inc. of Wayne County

March 13th, 2026 08:50am

Sean and Dave welcomed Tai Muldoon to the studio to talk about the situation at Girls Inc. of Wayne County - what happened, how bad is the damage, what are the next steps, and how can people help?

Preparing for Severe Weather with Jon Duke

Severe Weather Preparedness Week and More with Jon Duke

March 9th, 2026 08:40am

Sean and Dave welcomed Jon Duke (Deputy Director for Wayne County Emergency Management) to the studio to talk about Severe Weather Preparedness Week, and how to be ready for whatever comes our way!

The Polar Plunge is Days Away!

Dave spoke with RPD Detective Pat Tudor and Special Olympian Scott Schneider about Saturday's Plunge

February 17th, 2026 09:20am

Dave welcomed Richmond Police Department Detective Pat Tudor and local Special Olympian Scott Schneider in-studio to talk about Special Olympics and this Saturday's Polar Plunge, taking place at Middlefork Reservoir in Richmond. There is still time for you to register at PolarPlungeIN.org to "Be Bold, Get Cold."

Wayne County Land Trust

Sean and Dave spoke with Rebecca Gilliam about the Wayne County Land Trust

February 3rd, 2026 09:45am

Sean and Dave welcomed Executive Director of the Wayne County Foundation Rebecca Gilliam to the studio to talk about the Wayne County Land Trust. What is it? What is the goal? What does it mean for Richmond?

ANNETTE MILLER INTERVIEWS ICE CARVER DEAN DeMARIS

January 27th, 2026 11:00am

The annual Richmond Meltdown Winter Ice Festival is getting underway. Find out what the carvers have in store this year that will make it unlike any other! photo credit: Stephanie Harris Photography richmondmeltdown.com

A Casino in Richmond?

Sean and Dave spoke with city and county leaders about a potential casino coming to Richmond.

January 16th, 2026 09:00am

Sean and Dave welcomed Richmond Mayor Ron Oler, Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Melissa Vance, and Wayne County Commissioner Jeff Plasterer in to the studio to talk about the "Richmond is on a Roll" initiative that could put a casino in our backyard. Find out more on their website or their Facebook page.

The Polar Plunge is Coming to Richmond!

Sean and Dave spoke with Special Olympics representatives about the upcoming Polar Plunge.

December 15th, 2025 08:15am

Sean and Dave were joined in-studio by Wayne County Special Olympian Curtis Frame, Special Olympics Indiana Director of Special Events Trevor Hill, and Wayne County Special Olympics parent Eric Tuegel, to talk about what Special Olympics means to them. They also spoke about the upcoming Polar Plunge, which will take place February 21st at Middlefork Reservoir in Richmond. You can learn more about the Plunge and get registered at PolarPlungeIN.org.

Thanksgiving Safety with RPD Chief Weatherly

Sean and Dave talk with Richmond Police Chief Kyle Weatherly about safety this holiday season

November 25th, 2025 07:40am

Sean and Dave welcomed Richmond Police Chief Kyle Weatherly in-studio to talk about staying safe before and after Thanksgiving (Pre-Turkey Day partying and Black Friday shopping).

Run With the Wolves 5K and More!

Sean and Dave spoke with Terry Wiesehan about the upcoming fundraiser

July 11th, 2025 09:00am

Sean and Dave chatted with Terry Wiesehan, Director of Alumni Relations at IU East, about the upcoming Run With the Wolves 5K and about the IU East connection to the Wimbledon tennis tournament!

Meet Wayne County Idol 2025 Winner Aegis!

Sean and Dave welcomed Wayne County Idol 2025 winner Aegis in-studio!

June 30th, 2025 09:10am

Sean and Dave recapped Wayne County Idol 2025 with this year's winner Aegis!

Pet Walk 2025 is Almost Here!

Sean & Dave spoke with Nichole from HELP the Animals, Inc. about this year's Pet Walk!

June 30th, 2025 09:00am

Pet Walk 2025 is coming up Saturday, July 19th at Glen Miller Park, and Sean and Dave chatted with Nichole from HELP the Animals, Inc. about what folks can look forward to this year!

Global War on Terror Traveling Wall Coming to Richmond

Adam Cecys stops by to break news about a big event taking place Memorial Day Weekend

March 21st, 2025 08:55am

Adam Cecys from the Wayne County Veterans Memorial Park dropped by the studio to tell Sean and Dave about a big event that will happen at the park Memorial Day Weekend: the first-ever stop of the Global War on Terror Traveling Wall.

Richmond High School Tech Team Talks AI

Jeremy Hill and RHS Tech Team Members Discuss AI and MagicSchool

March 20th, 2025 08:10am

Jeremy Hill, eLearning Specialist at Richmond Community Schools, and members of the RHS Tech Team spoke with Sean and Dave about AI in schools, what MagicSchool is, and an upcoming YouTube Live event that they will be part of on March 27th for National AI Literacy Day.

National Trail 6th Graders Stop By!

Sean and Dave spoke with some very talented 6th Graders from National Trail!

March 7th, 2025 09:00am

6 6th-graders from National Trail stopped by to celebrate projects that they completed focusing on Preble County. They talked with Sean and Dave about their projects, and because it's Sean and Dave, food was also discussed!

Severe Weather w/ Jon Duke

Severe Weather Preparedness with Jon Duke

March 6th, 2025 09:00am

Sean and Dave spoke with Jon Duke, Deputy Director of Wayne County Emergency Management, about the upcoming severe weather season and what we can do to be weather-aware and prepared.

Christmas in the Depot

Maria Haber and Tracie Robinson stopped by to talk about Christmas in the Depot

December 16th, 2024 08:50am

Sean and Dave were joined in the studio by Maria Haber and Tracie Robinson to discuss the upcoming Christmas in the Depot event!

33rd Annual Pet Walk 2024

July 9th, 2024 08:00am

Nichole Kanney came in to chat about the 33rd Annual Pet Walk event on July 20th at Glenn Miller Park. Registration begins at 8am, and the walk begins at 10 am. It's a 10 donation to walk. We'll have a short route (chihuahua) and a longer route (greyhound), so you and your pet can determine which is best for you both! Visit with shelter dogs, get your pet microchipped, shop with vendors, and participate in some activities starting at 9am!

Wayne County Idol 2024 Winner Ronnie Swango

Sean and Dave spoke with the new Wayne County Idol

July 1st, 2024 09:00am

Sean and Dave were joined in-studio by the winner of Wayne County Idol 2024, Ronnie Swango. They talked about what went through his mind just before his name was announced as the winner, and Ronnie also performed a song live in the Kicks studio.

AMERICAN IDOL ALUM TO PLAY WAYNE COUNTY FAIR

Annette Miller Interviews Alex Miller

June 27th, 2024 12:00pm

Severe Weather Preparedness

Jon Duke from Wayne County Emergency Management Gives Severe Weather tips

May 17th, 2024 09:00am

Jon Duke, Deputy Director of Wayne County Emergency Management, spoke with Sean and Dave about how best to prepare for severe weather.

Annette Miller talks with song writer Jeffrey Steele

April 5th, 2024 12:00am

Annette Miller from Kicks 96 had a chance to talk with Jeffrey Steele A Nashville Songwriter who wrote so many great songs: “Knee Deep,” “My Wish,” “The Cowboy In Me,” “These Days,” “My Town,” “Something to be Proud Of,” “Every Day,” “What Hurts The Most.

Veterans Traveling Tribute

Sean and Dave spoke with Adam Cecys about the American Veterans Traveling Tribute happening Memorial Day Weekend

April 4th, 2024 08:20am

Sean and Dave spoke with Adam Cecys about the American Veterans Traveling Tribute happening at Wayne County Veterans Memorial Park during Memorial Day Weekend.

Interview with David Hosick

March 21st, 2024 02:30pm

David Hosick is the Director of Public Affairs for the Indiana Department of Homeland Security. He chats about resources for Randolph County residents affected by the Tornado on 03/14/24.

National FFA Week - National Trail FFA Interview

Sean and Dave speak with representatives from National Trail FFA

February 20th, 2024 09:20am

Sean and Dave spoke with members of National Trail FFA about the organization and about National FFA Week.

The Centerville Cheerleaders are Going to Nationals!

Sean and Dave were joined in-studio by the Orlando-bound Centerville Cheerleaders!

January 26th, 2024 07:30am

Sean and Dave spoke with the Centerville High School Cheerleading squad, who will be in national competition in Orlando!

Richmond Meltdown 2024!

Sean and Dave chat with Ice Carver Danny Bloss about the 2024 edition of the Meltdown!

January 25th, 2024 08:56am

Sean and Dave spoke on the phone with Danny Bloss, one of the ice carvers participating in the 2024 edition of the Richmond Meltdown Winter Ice Festival. Danny talked about his creative process and about what folks can expect at the Meltdown.

Swon Brothers Interview with Annette Miller

September 8th, 2023 04:00pm

Catch the Swon Brothers at New Paris OH Applefest September 9th at 7:00p

Emily Ann Roberts Interview

September 7th, 2023 03:00pm

Flower Farm Friday at The Barn at Helm with Emily Ann Roberts. She was runner up on Season 9 of The Voice. She'll be at The Barn at Helm from 6:30-9:30p on September 8!

Bus Safety

The Kicks Morning Crew talk bus safety with RCS bus drivers

August 4th, 2023 11:00am

Sean and Dave spoke with a couple of bus drivers from Richmond Community Schools about bus safety as the 2023-24 school year gets underway.

Wayne County Idol 2023 Winner Mercedes McGraw

Sean and Dave chat with Wayne County Idol 2023 winner Mercedes McGraw

June 26th, 2023 08:50am

Sean and Dave got the chance to talk with Mercedes McGraw, winner of Wayne County Idol 2023. They found out about his singing background, what led him to compete in Idol, and what he'd like to do next!

The Kicks Morning Crew Interviews Ice Carver, Danny Bloss

January 25th, 2023 09:00am

With the Richmond Meltdown Throwdown quickly approaching, what better time to get the inside scoop on what it's like being up close and personal carving the ice! The Kicks Morning Crew interview ice carver, Danny Bloss, about all things Ice Carving.

Gavin Trent chats with the Kicks Morning Crew

Gavin Trent talks about the Toy Drive happening tonight at Lincoln

December 9th, 2022 09:00am

Gavin Trent joined Sean and Dave to talk about the Toy Drive happening tonight (12/9/22) at Lincoln High School benefiting Peyton Manning Children's Hospital. Donate a new, unwrapped gift. Gift cards, art supplies, Legos, blankets, cards, etc. are all items of need.

The Swon Brothers!

September 22nd, 2022 08:50am

Dave from the Kicks Morning Crew chatted with The Swon Brothers ahead of their performance at Flower Farm Friday at the Barn at Helm. They talked about Oklahoma (where they're from), changes in the music industry, and what they like to do when they aren't playing music.

Reid Ride

August 12th, 2022 09:00am

Dave from the Kicks Morning Crew spoke with Sarah Stracener of Reid Health about the upcoming Reid Ride. Learn what it's all about, and how you can help area kids in need by riding your bike!

Mystery on Main

August 2nd, 2022 09:00am

The Kicks Morning Crew spoke with Acacia St. John of Forward Wayne County about the Mystery on Main program and how you can participate.

National Night Out

July 22nd, 2022 10:30am

Sean and Dave spoke with Zach Taylor of the Richmond Police Department about the upcoming National Night Out event happening at Glen Miller Park August 2nd.

Cole Swindell Calls In

July 14th, 2022 11:15am

The day before his show at the Jay County Fair, Cole Swindell called in and chatted with Dave from the Kicks Morning Crew about songwriting, fair memories, and video games...sorta.

Stephanie Strait - Pet Walk 2022

June 28th, 2022 11:30am

Sean and Dave spoke with Stephanie Strait, President of the Board of Directors for HELP the Animals Inc., about the 31st annual Pet Walk coming up July 30th at Glen Miller Park. Find out more at https://helptheanimalsinc.com/pet-walk

2022 Wayne County Idol Winner Terry Gabbard!

June 27th, 2022 09:00am

Sean and Dave caught up with Terry Gabbard, who won the 2022 edition of Wayne County Idol. Hear about the path he took to victory and what he was feeling during the competition.

Chris Janson talks with Paxton from Kicks at work show

March 3rd, 2022 12:00am

Chris Janson who has hits like, Drunk Girl, Fix a Drink, Buy me a boat and Bye Mom Talks about his new album

Surety community ladies center- Melinda talks with Jim Callahan

February 17th, 2022 12:00am

Surety community ladies center

Heather Crull - State Wrestling Finalist from Northeastern

February 17th, 2022 12:00am

Tami Wenning - Executive Director, Decatur County Community Foundation

October 28th, 2021 09:00am

Sean and Dave spoke with Tami Wenning about the package of incentives designed to convince people to move to Greensburg, Indiana (Dave's hometown).

Bob Dillner, Promoter at Winchester Speedway

October 8th, 2021 08:30am

Sean and Dave spoke with Winchester Speedway promoter Bob Dillner ahead of the Lucas Oil Winchester 400 coming up October 15-17.

Sean Chats with Clay Walker!

September 30th, 2021 12:00am

Jake Dodds Interview

September 9th, 2021 12:00am

Jake Dodds spoke with Sean and Dave ahead of his performance Friday at The Barn at Helm.

CHAIRity

August 13th, 2021 12:00am

https://www.facebook.com/WayneCountyChairity

Indiana Fever President Allison Barber

August 5th, 2021 12:00am

Dave talks with Indiana Fever President Allison Barber about the remainder of the season, promoting breast health and the Anthem Assists where fans can nominate a student, co-worker, neighbor, friend, relative, volunteer or community leader who is making a difference through their commitment to inspire change.

Wayne County Idol Winner - Devon Collins

June 28th, 2021 12:00am

Indianapolis Motor Speedway President J. Douglas Boles

May 28th, 2021 12:00am

IMS President Doug Boles spoke with Dave about the upcoming Indianapolis 500, adjustments for last year's race, what Roger Penske means to the Speedway, and more!

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