Chattin on the Ridge

More than 160 parking spaces will be added to Downtown Lake Wales now that the City has voted to purchase the Peterson & Myers building across the street from the Historic Walesbilt Hotel. Learn more in this week's minisode.

One joined the Marines; the other, the army. One served in the Persian Gulf; the other, in Iraq. Both fought hard to protect Americans and secure their liberty. We talk with local veterans Dan Fiore and Ian Lilly about their military service in this special Memorial Day episode.

A tragic accident may have taken his young life too soon, but Melvin G. Hover (Mel-V) continues to inspire his family, friends, and community. His close friend, Kerry Michael Davis Jr. (Lil Fab) joins us to discuss this young man's legacy and an upcoming fundraiser in his honor.

Three days. Two stages. 25 bands and musicians. That was the outcome of this year's Rockin' on the Chain Benefiting Autism and Special Needs. We talk with a few of the volunteers who helped put the fundraiser together to discuss this year's outcome.

Ariya Massoudi didn’t intend to become a sports broadcaster — until a vacant role pushed him into the booth and set him on a trajectory toward ESPN. This week’s minisode dives into the twist of fate that launched his career and the passion that keeps him behind the mic.

From crab rangoon eggrolls to shrimp and grits smothered in bacon gravy, Crazy Fish stands out as one of Lake Wales’ most surprising culinary gems. Owner Dwayne McQuillen dives into how he hooked this hometown classic and what it takes to keep fans coming back for more.

Want to have a good time for a good cause like Autism awareness? Then come on down to Rockin on the Chain at Tanners Lakeside this weekend. Tyler King, the lead singer of Kai7en, joins us to discuss how he and his band are performing at this year's fundraiser.

Andy Blair once struggled with addiction. Now, for the past five years, he has helped countless others overcome their own addictions through Refuge on the Ridge. Listen and learn how he went from overcoming addiction to helping others recover.

Andy Blair knows firsthand what it means to lose everything, and what it takes to rebuild. Now, five years after starting Refuge on the Ridge, he’s helped countless people find hope and healing from alcohol and addiction.