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
Camp For Free in Washington & Oregon In Dispersed Areas
Dispersed camping is becoming more and more popular and the majority of sites are free. Here's where you can find off-the-beaten-path, magical campsites in Washington and Oregon.
A Boat, A Grand Piano, and 8 Other Free Items Available on Tri-Cities Marketplace Right Now
From old photos to pianos to rocks, and even boats - you'll find it all in the free section of Tri-Cities Facebook Marketplace right now.
Hanford Workers Broke Safety Rules For the Most Outrageous Reason
Employees took it upon themselves to make their own sunglasses by exposing glass to deadly gamma rays.
6 Wacky & Unbelievable Places in Washington and Oregon That Actually Exist
Washington and Oregon are famous for unique names of towns and places - most of them have deep Native American history and meaning to them. Others place names in these two states are darn right wacky, funny, and unbelievable.
Wow! Live Like Royalty In This PNW Fairytale Lake Estate
This stunning waterfront estate sits on the very edge of Lake Pend Oreille with 365 feet of shoreline. Constructed in 2006 this home grabs you from the moment you enter the circular driveway with its castle fairytale-like features which include copper-roofed parapets that accent the surrounding lake and mountains.
6 Wild & Crazy Craigslist Missed Connection Pleas from Washington
When it comes to love, some people will go to any length to make a connection - even posting strange and brave messages on the popular craigslist message board, "missed connections".
This Incredible Hike through a 2.5 Mile Cave is Worth the Drive from Tri-Cities
The Ape Cave hike is about 2 and a half miles long and is considered one of the longest lava tube caves in North America – which was formed by an eruption on Mount St. Helens about 2000 years ago.
Unleash Your Inner Christian Grey in This Padded Bedroom in $6 Million Washington Home
If you’ve dreamed of living off the grid while at the same time getting in touch with your soul, then this massive “live Merkaba” circular fully sustainable home in Tenino, Washington could be the ticket to never-never land.
Tri-City Dog Owners Beware: Salmon Poisoning Could Kill Your Dog
According to WSU's Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Salmon Poisoning, if left untreated, is a fatal disease for dogs. The disease is found most often in the Pacific Northwest.
Don’t Miss Out – 10th Anniversary Watershed Tickets On Sale Friday
Shedders all over the Pacific Northwest will be vying to secure their passes to the largest Country Music and Camping Festival held at the Gorge Amphitheater in George, Washington July 29 through 31 - Watershed!
COVID Recovery Includes a Feeling of Impending Doom and Uneasiness in Tri-Cities
One of the symptoms that are commonly overlooked or not talked about is the overall feeling of malaise and uneasiness during recovery. At around day 10 of my recovery, an intense feeling of impending doom took over my life.
3 Amazing Hot Springs Worth the Drive From Tri-Cities That Will Cure Cabin Fever
Here we are in the middle of another Tri-City winter with cold temps, low clouds, and fog. I don't know about you, but this kind of weather makes me bonkers - cabin fever is at an all-time high right now. So, what can someone do to cure the cabin fever and warm-up? Visit one or more of Washington's hot spots - literally.