I began my career in radio just after high school, after working in retail and waiting tables at various restaurants. Originally from the Twin Cities, my path took me to out-state Minnesota, then to Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Florida, back to Indiana, then on to Illinois, California, & finally, to the Tri-Cities. Then, I was offered a job too appealing to turn down, & I went home to Minnesota. After several months, the Covid pandemic struck and I was missing the Tri-Cities. During this time, I was offered a job with Townsquare Media, back in the Tri. What are the odds? I'm back HOME in Richland with my husband Jeff, and our two cats, Koko Kitty & Pretty Peaches. I enjoy bicycling through the area and walking my cats in their stroller. And, there's nothing better than a walk or ride along the Columbia River. Living the radio lifestyle has afforded me many opportunities to emcee lots of community events, including the Mid-Columbia Duck Race & Turkey Trot. I've been blessed to be involved with numerous civic organizations and non-profits. My radio highlights are meeting Muhammad Ali, skydiving twice, and flying with the United States Air Force Thunderbirds, earning my 9-G pin. I'm an avid Green Bay Packers fan, and of course, I LOVE cheese!
Patti Banner
Important message from WA State Fire Marshal for Parents
Preventing fires in the home is key to keeping children safe.
60 Children Reported Missing in WA State: Have You Seen Any of Them?
If you recognize any one of the missing children from Washington, please reach out to any Police agency or call 911.
WA Salmon Fishing Season Opens June 16th: What You Need to Know
You can fish June 16-July 31 for waters downstream of Highway 395 Bridge in Pasco.
Kadlec Hosting Popular FREE Safe Kids Saturday on 4/27
The family friendly event will be held on April 27th from 10 am till 1 pm at Kadlec's Healthplex in Richland.
Massive Power Outage Affects Over 1,100 Homes in Kennewick
Benton PUD says the outage was caused due to an equipment failure.
Popular Washington Pharmacy Is Closing How Will It Affect Other Stores?
People are going to have to drive further to get their needed prescriptions.
Can You Help? 2nd Harvest Needs Donations For FREE Events
Cash and food donations are needed to keep the Mobile Markets operating.
Not to be Missed in May: Washington Popular Balloon Festival
The Friday Nite Glow Spectacular starts at 8:15 pm.
Free Food Event by 2nd Harvest Mobile Market in Kennewick This Thursday
No appointment or documentation is required.
Massive Recall of Defective Laundry Pod Bags for Safety Reasons
Tide Pods, Gain Flings, Ace Pods, and Ariel Pods liquid laundry detergent packets packaged in flexible film bags can split open near the zipper track