Originally from Vashon Island, Washington, Paul bounced to Alaska, California, and Hawaii before landing in the Tri-Cities. He's spent most of his radio career as Director of Content and Operations Manager for six radio stations in the TRI. He's an accomplished programmer in all formats, an on-air personality, an event coordinator, and a writer. You can find Paul and his wife at the gym, on Badger Mountain, or on a bike path when he's not at work.
Paul Drake
The Time Jimi Hendrix Was Fired for ‘Lack of Talent’ in Oregon
The Crystal Ballroom is not just known for its musical history. It is famous for an engineering marvel – a spring-loaded dance floor that gives attendees a one-of-kind experience. And, a night that left one of the world's best guitar players unemployed.
Prehistoric ‘Prosser Landslide’ Causes Bumps on I-82 Near Benton City
If you’re from around these parts, you’re likely very familiar with the barrage of bumps on eastbound Interstate 82 between Prosser and Benton City at milepost 91.9. The bumps have been there since the late 80s and the WSDOT hasn’t been able to find a way to fix the problem. Why? The answer is a deep one, literally.
Tour Richland’s ‘Demigod of the Sea’, The USS Triton Submarine [PHOTOS]
Not many locals know the story of the USS Triton (SSRN 586) submarine sail and how its superstructure ended up in Richland or that you can schedule a guided tour inside the original conning (raised platform tower) and control room.
Would You Dive this Creepy Submerged Missile Silo Near Tri-Cities?
The abandoned Titan I ICBM Complex in Warden, Washington (near Royal City) is full of history, adventure, and murder.
Blast Off Into the Universe at High-Tech Planetarium in Pasco
A combination of high-definition imagery and sound on the most high-tech projection system in the Pacific Northwest presents a 36-foot panoramic view of the universe in 3D at Bechtel’s National Planetarium in Pasco. And, it’s open to the public.
Chests of Gold Still Lie Undiscovered in the Columbia River Near Tri-Cities
There are two gold treasures lost and buried near the Tri-Cities. Both stories involve bandits and stolen gold. The value of each cache is uncertain, but these two prized treasures are still waiting to be discovered
Did You Know This World Famous Seasoning Originated in Washington?
Originally crafted in the 1950s, this seasoning salt has become a staple in kitchens and restaurants worldwide.
History: Driving Over Snoqualmie Pass From Pasco Used to Take Days
In the beginning, Native American tribes and emigrants traveled the route on foot, horseback, and by wagon - maneuvering their way through what we now know as Snoqualmie pass. Today, thousands of people make the trip every hour.
Declassified Study: Bomb Strike on Grand Coulee Would Have Decimated Hanford Site
A declassified government study that was conducted in 1950 presents the potential effects on the Hanford site after a direct hit of an atomic bomb on Grand Coulee Dam.
Mystery Still Permeates Washington UFO “Roswell” Incident
Washington State has had its share of unsolved mysteries over the years. One that stands out and still baffles many to this day is the “Maury Island Incident,” which happened a few days before the famous Roswell UFO event.
Would You Bungee Jump Off America’s Tallest Steel Bridge in WA? [VIDEO]
At 375 feet, the High Steel Bridge is the tallest railroad bridge ever built and is listed in the National Historic Site registry. Present day, the bridge still stands sturdy as ever and is safe for vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles, and yes, even bungee jumping.
Mysterious ‘Old Man’ in Crater Lake Oregon Still Lives After 128 Years
Visitors to Crake Lake Oregon are puzzled about the' Old Man' of the Lake, just like hundreds of scientists over the years. The old man has defied the odds.