I started out at KHAK as an intern back in 1995 and have been calling mornings home since 1999. A lot has changed since then, but I still love the job! There's always something new to talk about! And the KHAK listeners are awesome. They're loyal, and always willing to lend their opinion. My wife Holly and I make our home in Marion. We have three great kids that seem to grow every single day. Chase, Carly and Cayleigh keep us on our toes, but being a parent is the greatest adventure of all. I love working in country music, and at K-Hawk. The listeners have become like family members, and I look forward to spending many more years waking up eastern Iowa!
Ryan "Brain" Brainard
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An accident that killed one person landed the other driver in jail.
Linn-Mar School Board Member Says She Will Not Resign
Some parents are unhappy with comments made by a Linn-Mar school board member.
Does Bill Gates Really Own Farmland In Iowa?
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Iowa Tells Brian Ferentz… Score More Points Or Be Terminated
Iowa adds offensive pay incentives to the contract of Brian Ferentz.
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It's early, but things are looking great for the Hawkeyes!
Popular Ride at Adventureland Is Now Closed For Good
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Mountain Lion Killed by Hunters in Johnson County
Why did hunters feel the need to shoot and kill the big cat?
City Of Marion Looking To Solve Uptown Parking Problems
Uptown Marion is a popular spot, which can make parking difficult.
McDonald’s May Get Rid Of An Item It Has Carried Since 1955
Your McDonald's order may soon start coming with one fewer item.
Iowa Hawkeyes Getting More Help On The Offensive Line
Another grad transfer has announced he's committed to Iowa!