Jay Hicks brings over 15 years of industry experience and knowledge to the table. As one of the youngest Program Directors in Urban Radio he has the experience and vision to "refresh" and "lead" the new era of the music industry. Born on the west side of Detroit, Jeremiah Hicks (known as Jay Hicks) grew up in a neighborhood rich with family, culture, and music. After graduating from Detroit Catholic Central high school , Jay Hicks would go onto pursue his academic career at Michigan State University to study Communications. While attending school in East-Lansing, Jay was able to find an on-air/part time position at the urban radio station Power 96.5. He was quickly promoted to Assistant program Director/Music Director/Night Host for WQHH. As night host he reached the highest ratings in the station’s 15 year history being #1 18-34. As Music Director he was able to make the station become more cutting edge with his ability to pick and break new music. Over the years, key music executives started to admire Jay’s music ear and would lean on him for advice and guidance. This lead him to be selected as Edison Research’s most gifted “30 Radio Professionals under 30 Years Old”. Currently Jay serves as Program Director for Power 93.7 WBLK. Throughout the years, Jay has demonstrated his ability to set goals while maintaining a “team player” attitude along with completing projects in a timely and thorough manner. As an ambitious, creative and experienced Radio Programmer and Music Curator, Jay is ready to lead and contribute his knowledge and expertise to the music industry.
Jay Hicks
UB’s Mobile Market Project is Expanding
It's hard to find good veggies in the hood. This is why I think the Mobil Market was a really great Idea. It was created by UB'S Dr. Lucia Leone's . Mobile Market or Veggie Vans help bring fresh produce to food desserts in communities.
She started her research in North Carolina and has expanded it to her home town in Buffalo...
Where to Get Free Cosmetics for National Lipstick Day
I like to see the ladies looking good and living their best life. Its nothing like some LipSTICK to cap off a nice looking women. So today beauty bloggers, influences and cosmetic companies began celebrating National Lipstick Day about a decade ago and nobody know's where it came from lol...
Things that are going on in Buffalo this weekend
Walk Off Hunger
This festival is dedicated to helping those in need. Walk Off Hunger is family-friendly event that features a two-mile walk. This walk will take place in Williamsville at Island Park Saturday. Festivities begin at 10:00 a...
Anchor Bar plans to expand into LA & ATL
The Buffalo Culture is about to expand all over the country. I'm a good fan, of the Anchor Bar and they just announced they are coming to California as it is opening a restaurant in Los Angeles.
The franchise hopes to have the restaurant open by the end of the year...
Purchase a Dairy Queen Blizzard today and make a difference
Today is the day. Today until they close Dairy Queen is hosting its Miracle Treat Day on Thursday, July 25.
One dollar, or more, from every "Blizzard" sold at participating locations in Western New York will be donated to John R. Oishei Children's Hospital...
Shakespeare in Delaware Park to begin 44th today
You want to talk about a cool date night. This is perfect. I went last year. It was really good. This is the 44th season, Shakespeare in Delaware Park will present the classic play, "Loves Labour's Lost" beginning today.
.Each performance is free begins at 7:15 p...
Erie County Fair has over 500 menu items
Yo my people its almost that time. The fair is coming and you know I'm talking about the 180th Erie County Fair. According to their website, this year's event will feature over 500 different menu options at over 130 individual food stands.
Starting on Monday, August 12th, attendees will be able to sample bite-sized items for over 100 different foods at $2...
Solid Gold Motown Coming to Fallsview
Solid Gold Motown is coming to the Fasllview Casino Resort on August 12th!
Journey through the heart of Motown as we celebrate the music of The Temptations, The Four Tops, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, Gladys Knight & The Pips, Marvin Gaye, Lionel Richie and so much more!
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Revenge Porn is now a Crime in NY
Post some revenge porn and your could face some real jail time. So what is revenge porn?
Well according to new legislation defines revenge porn as the criminal act of unlawful dissemination or publication of an intimate image when done with the intent to cause harm to another person and when the image was taken with a reasonable expectation that the image would remain private...
Wegmans Eliminating Plastic Bags in These Loctions
I don't know what to do about this situation. Soon there will be no more plastic bags at grocery stores.What else will occupy the bottom of my sink? Wegmans will eliminate plastic bags in two New York locations by the end of the month.
On Monday, July 29th, plastic bags will be removed from its stores in Ithaca and Corning...
New Eco Friendly Festival is Coming to Buffalo
There is a new festival coming where you can learn about solar power, electric cars, and can also learn how to build a bee hotel or birdhouse.
Buffalo will be adding another new festival this summer and will celebrate everything eco-friendly in Buffalo...
This Buffalo Place Serves the Best Ice Cream Sundae for Your Dog
National Ice Cream day was yesterday but consumption of the cream with continue throughout summer and beyond. Why not treat yourself and your dog to some good Ice Cream. That's right, Churn Soft Serve and Coffee on Hertel Avenue has partnered with Fetch Gourmet Dog Treats to create a pooch pleasing sundae...