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
How to save money on the rides at Canal Fest
Canal Fest is coming up really soon and you can save some loot on the ride and entry. Here is the deal you can pay for one-price wristbands that will be available every day the rides are open which is Monday, July 15 - Sunday, July 21. The wristbands will be $25 each...
Salvation Army wants to hire more drivers
I have dropped off a couple of my old clothes inside a Salvation Army donation box a couple time and never have a thought who comes to pick these thing up. I
With more than 100 boxes from Lockport to Springville-- seven Salvation Army drivers are out everyday emptying the boxes this according to their website...
Would you try “Ranch Pop Tarts”
I remember when I first got to Buffalo and asked for ranch for my wings. You would have thought I committed a crime. The folks at the bar looked at me like I was crazy. I not sure how I feel about this move by Pop Tarts. This could go a couple ways but Im not sure I will try this out...
Where to see fireworks tomorrow
So look people. Folks continue to call my show asking me about where to watch the fireworks for July 3rd. They doing their own thing for the 4th but want to see some firework's tomorrow. This is what I have done, I have went thru every list and posted where you can see some fireworks tomorrow...
WBLK’S MORNING MAN STEVE HARVEY IS PAYING TUITION
Steve Harvey is paying the tuition of eight lucky college students.
Buffalo Pools are Open Today
Its the first day of July and the city pools are open.
Mayor Byron Brown will announce that all city pools are open to the public and all city splash pads will be open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Here's a list of city of Pools below...
Where To Watch Fireworks For The 4th In Buffalo
The 4th of July isn't complete without experiencing at least one amazing fireworks show! Lucky for Buffalonians, there are several shows going doing down through out the week leading up to the 4th and through the weekend too! This is perfect because if you one due to the rainy weather expected you know there's plenty more where that came from...
Stormy Weather Possible for the 4th of July
If you're planning to have a BBQ this 4th of July in Buffalo, NY you may want to get started early,
Bring Out the Grill This Weekend
Summer is here, well, at least for a couple of days. It's been along time coming and from our people form the 4 Warn Weather department, we got some good news just look below and smile like your Lil Duval. It will be 80s for the end of the week into the weekend...
Study Reveals That Some Women Date Just for Free Food
Its a called a "Foodie Call", I think I have been the victim of one a couple of times well maybe more than that. I would name, names but Im not.
Would you go on a date just to get a free meal out of it?According to Social Psychological and Personality Science, they found 23% to 33% of women admitted to engaging in at least one foodie call...
The YMCA and City of Buffalo Really Need Lifeguards
The Summer is here and its hottt. The YMCA is still hiring about 100 lifeguards for the busy summer season.
The City of Buffalo is also hiring an additional ten lifeguards for the eight pools around the city that will be open July 1st.
Lifeguards can make upwards of $12 an hour depending on experience...
Enter to Win Free Entry Into the WNY 3 on 3 Tourney
The Western New York 3 on 3 Tournament is almost here! Formerly known as the Gus Macker Tournament, WNY 3 on 3 will bring together the same people for the same fun we’ve had for over 40 years! Think you have what it takes to go all the way...