Brian Vander Ark coming to WLAV as afternoon host

In case you missed it – WLAV has a new afternoon host!

At our 50th anniversary party, we made the announcement that Brian Vander Ark would be joining the on-air staff. He’ll be taking on the 3-7 p.m. timeslot.

Brian is known for being the lead singer of The Verve Pipe. He’s also from Grand Rapids, Michigan!

Brian’s first show is Monday, October 30 starting at 3 p.m.

Click HERE for the press release

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