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Halloween Music!!!

Posted by whatsajosh — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:30 GMT

River Rat Country is playing ALL Halloween Country today at noon! Towpath Radio will be ALL Halloween Music 4p-3a! Listen to both via this app! Happy Halloween!

Applebutter Fest Recap, Spooky Season in Grand Rapids, and a Message of Unity

Posted by whatsajosh — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:34 GMT

Josh recaps the 2025 Grand Rapids Applebutter Fest - one of Ohio's biggest festivals - and talks about how great it was seeing everyone come together for the biggest day in town. With Halloween right around the corner, we're talking spooky season in Grand Rapids! From Trick-or-Treat and the Witches Walk to the costume contest and the Escape Room at Town Hall, there's plenty to get excited about. Plus, Josh runs through local election information and ends the episode with an encouraging message of unity and community spirit. via: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rapidsreport/episodes/Applebutter-Fest-Recap--Spooky-Season-in-Grand-Rapids--and-a-Message-of-Unity-e39h3dg

Applebutter Fest, Halloween Events & Local Elections

Posted by whatsajosh — Sat, 4 Oct 2025 14:43 GMT

Josh runs through a busy season in Grand Rapids-Applebutter Fest, Halloween events at Town Hall, trick-or-treat times, and what's on the ballot in the upcoming local elections. Plus, we take on the pointed criticism from our last episode, including concerns raised in recent emails, and set the record straight on where this show stands. via: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rapidsreport/episodes/Applebutter-Fest--Halloween-Events--Local-Elections-e393811

Training today in Grand Rapids on the River

Posted by whatsajosh — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 14:30 GMT

Today Grand Rapids Fire will be hosting joint department water rescue training with the US Coast Guard. From now to 1p several other departments along with the US Coast Guard will be in town.

Meet Grand Rapids Candidates Today

Posted by whatsajosh — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 14:30 GMT

Grand Rapids Council Candidates will be at the old fire station today starting at 2 to answer questions. You can also register to vote at the event!

Towpath Radio honors Bill Michaels today!

Posted by whatsajosh — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 13:46 GMT

Towpath Radio is honoring Bill Michaels today at noon & 5. We're playing ALL Van Halen, Bill's favorite band, both of those hours. Hold on to your hat, we're going to rock a bit harder today.

Grand Rapids at a Crossroads: A Conversation with Joe Schroeder

Posted by whatsajosh — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 11:30 GMT

Downtown Grand Rapids is at a turning point. In this episode of The Rapids Report, local Chamber leader Joe Schroeder joins Josh to talk about the challenges facing our small businesses - and the missed opportunities that could be costing the village more than we realize. From a bold tourism proposal that fell flat at a recent council meeting to a DORA plan that's sat untouched for over a year, Joe shares his concerns about the lack of urgency-and why residents need to pay attention now. If you care about the future of downtown, this is a conversation you don't want to miss. via: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rapidsreport/episodes/Grand-Rapids-at-a-Crossroads-A-Conversation-with-Joe-Schroeder-e35oq7a

Grand Rapids Rally by the River Days happening NOW!

Posted by whatsajosh — Sat, 12 Jul 2025 16:30 GMT

Weather update, a quick batch of rain, maybe some thunder is about to move through around 1220p-1p - should be quick! Map shows it will be out of the Grand Rapids area by 1:30p. Rally Days goes all weekend! Stop by the 98.7 Towpath Radio tent across from Town Hall!

Rapids Rally Report: Family Fun Fills the Weekend in Grand Rapids

Posted by whatsajosh — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 08:38 GMT

Josh kicks off this special edition of the Rapids Rally Report by talking about the new 98.7 FM signal now broadcasting Towpath Radio. Then, Angie from Rapids Rally by the River Days joins the show to preview a weekend packed with music, food, and family-friendly fun in downtown Grand Rapids. via: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rapidsreport/episodes/Rapids-Rally-Report-Family-Fun-Fills-the-Weekend-in-Grand-Rapids-e35d08v

CAPTAIN STATIC HAS TAKEN OVER TOWPATH RADIO

Posted by whatsajosh — Thu, 3 Jul 2025 15:14 GMT

98.7 FM + ALL TOWPATH RADIO STREAMS = PURE RADIO CHAOS. Towpath Radio might return at noon tomorrow... But for now? IT'S ALL HIS. LISTEN IF YOU DARE.

All Classic Country Now!!

Posted by whatsajosh — Sat, 24 May 2025 12:43 GMT

River Rat Country is playing ALL Classic Country all weekend! Listen now via this app! Live from the heart of Northwest Ohio!

Lost Oldie Weekend!

Posted by whatsajosh — Fri, 23 May 2025 15:16 GMT

River Rat Country's LOST OLDIE WEEKEND kicks off at 6pm tonight and goes ALL weekend! Listen via this app!

All Shenandoah today at Noon on River Rat Country!

Posted by whatsajosh — Fri, 16 May 2025 12:46 GMT

Tune into River Rat Country via this app today at noon. Josh talks to Shenandoah ahead of their show tonight in Hamler, and will be playing ALL Shenandoah music from 12p-1p!

Grand Rapids News plus Shenandoah's Marty Raybon Talks Hamler Show

Posted by whatsajosh — Thu, 15 May 2025 16:32 GMT

On this episode of the Rapids Report, Josh covers what's going on in and around Grand Rapids-then sits down with Marty Raybon, lead singer of Shenandoah, ahead of the band's upcoming show at Hamler Country Fest. It's a short drive for local country fans and one of Josh's favorite interviews ever. Hear what makes this concert special and get the latest on events in our area. via: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rapidsreport/episodes/Grand-Rapids-News-plus-Shenandoahs-Marty-Raybon-Talks-Hamler-Show-e32t775

Chocolate Walks, Garden Tours, and a Look at Downtown Grand Rapids

Posted by whatsajosh — Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:25 GMT

In this episode of The Rapids Report, powered by Towpath Radio, we cover Grand Rapids' spring events like the Victorian Chocolate Walk, the Pop-Up Art Gallery, and Rally by the River Days. Plus, we dig into Village Council updates, the village lawsuit, and a look at downtown foot traffic. Catch up on everything happening around town - from trail cleanups to new businesses coming soon. via: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rapidsreport/episodes/Chocolate-Walks--Garden-Tours--and-a-Look-at-Downtown-Grand-Rapids-e321mvj

Severe Thunderstorm Warning is now in effect

Posted by whatsajosh — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 22:54 GMT

Severe weather is now headed into our area.

Severe Weather Expected Today

Posted by whatsajosh — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 14:51 GMT

Severe Weather is Expected Later Today in Northwest Ohio. High winds, possible tornados. Info at TowpathRadio.com.

Ice Breaks Free in Grand Rapids

Posted by whatsajosh — Sat, 1 Mar 2025 16:25 GMT

The Maumee River is flowing! Ice broke yesterday afternoon in Grand Rapids and went out overnight! Info at TowpathRadio.com!

Ice Storm Warning Issued for Northwest Ohio

Posted by whatsajosh — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 14:40 GMT

An Ice Storm Warning has been issued for Northwest Ohio. Follow your local weather apps or head to Stream419.com for information. Warning is into effect for this afternoon through tomorrow morning.

Big 80s on NOW!

Posted by whatsajosh — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 02:14 GMT

All 80s music all night on Sweet 419! Available free on this app!