WYRK is proud of this country, and the soldiers who have earned our freedom and those who fight to preserve it. We ask listeners to nominate a soldier to become one of our weekly “Hometown Heroes.” Each Friday a new Hometown Hero is chosen. The selected Hometown Hero is featured right here on WYRK.com, thanked for their service on the air and the first song on Noon Tunes is dedicated to them.
This Bills Helmet Is Better Than Any You've Ever Seen
A lot of people like to argue over which helmet the Bills have worn is the best. Red or White? This one beats them all - and it's not even for football!
106.5 WYRK's Veteran of the Month
Now is your chance to nominate the person who served in your life to be 106.5 WYRK's Veteran of the Month! Each month, one lucky Veteran winner will receive an awesome prize.
WATCH: Lewiston Police Officer Saves Woman In Quick House Fire
It took less than 75 seconds for Officer Smith to get the woman out of the home.
Have We Overlooked The National Guard For 20 Years?
We always say “never forget,” but have we overlooked our National Guard for the last two decades?
Jason Aldean Salutes 13 Military Members Killed in Afghanistan
The 11 Marines, one Navy medic and one Army Staff Sgt. ranged in age from 20 to 31 years old.
WATCH: Nebraska Football Honors Military in Chilling 9/11 Video
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the horrific terrorist attack that reshaped the world. In preparation of this match up on 9/11, the Nebraska Cornhuskers released a special video to honor military service members and first responders.
WNY Native and World War II Veteran Celebrates 107th Birthday
If the last few weeks have taught us anything, it’s that you should appreciate your veterans and those who served. Take care of them the way they fought to take care of us, no matter how much time has passed since they served our country.
Huge Backpack Giveaway to Help Prepare for Buffalo Students
If you're a parent in Buffalo, who is trying to get your child ready to go back to school, you won't want to miss this backpack giveaway.
Darius Rucker Does ‘Nothing,’ Raises More Than $410,000 for St. Jude With Friends at 2021 Benefit Concert
A theme of family, friendship and community ran through the night.
Lucky Duck Scavenger Hunt Returns, WNY Police Departments
The police departments are collaborating on this fun contest this year in memory of one of their own valued officers on staff, Captain Christine Milosich, who passed away last March.
Independent Women Celebrate The Rosie The Riveters of Buffalo
Rosie the Riveter is perhaps the most iconic image of working women, representing independence, especially during World War II. Everyone knows who she is, but what about the Rosies of Western New York?
Lifelong Bills Fan and Local Veteran Dedicates Song To The City
Brendan Bartoo is a lifelong Buffalo Bills fan, and just last week, he wrote an original song dedicated to his hometown and its beloved Bills.