My name is Todd E. Lyons. On the radio you may know me as “Todd E. Lyons, Esquire.” I have been on the airwaves in Yakima since 1989 and look forward to it every day. I was born in Seattle, the son of a sharecropper. My family and I moved to the “Fruit Bowl of the Nation” when I was a wee lad of only 7. I spent my formative years in the West Valley of Yakima, indoctrinated in public school. I became keenly familiar with the “special” desk while attending Apple Valley Elementary. The teachers referred to it as the “isolation booth,” but I called it the “special desk.” Most of what I know today, however, can be credited to the “School of Hard Knocks.” I currently reside in East Valley with my lovely wife, Carrie, and our son, Drew. I am extremely fortunate to work on the very radio stations I grew up listening to. So much so that I not only was once a client, I became an employee! If you ever see me stumbling about this great valley of ours, please give me a shout. I would love to talk with you about rock music, sports, individual liberty or whatever spins your beanie!
Todd Lyons
Todd & Timmy’s “Impossible” Question of the Day
Join Todd E. Lyons, Esquire and Timmy every weekday morning at 7:45 a.m. for "Today's Impossible Question".
Todd’s Travels: Vegas, Baby! My Time on Historic Fremont Street
Last week, I told you a bit about my first legit vacation with my wife in nearly 5 years as we spent an extended weekend in Las Vegas just as the pandemic restrictions began lifting.
Here, now, is Part II of our trip highlighting the day we spent with an old radio buddy on historic Fremont Street.
Live Comedy Returns to Yakima at the Seasons This Saturday
Live stand-up comedy returns to Yakima this weekend at The Seasons Performance Hall this weekend with one of the Northwest's best stand-up comics - Kermet Apio! Kermet just got back from a 5-day run at Brad Garrett's comedy club at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas and will be performing in Yakima this weekend.
“Secret” 40-Family Yard Sale in Moxee This Weekend
Have you missed going "junking" (checking out yard/garage sales) since the pandemic put the kibosh on just about everything we love to do in the Yakima Valley? Fear not! A "secret" 40+ family yard sale is happening this weekend in the little 'ol town of Moxee out in East Valley!
Yakima Police Need Your Help Finding Runaway 15 Year-Old Girl
Yakima Police (YPD) are asking you to help in locating a missing 15 year-old girl who frequently spends time in the valley.
Seattle Kraken Nab #2 Pick in NHL Draft Lottery Drawing
The National Hockey League's newest team -- the Seattle Kraken -- took their first step to adding their first player to their roster today (June 2) as the league held its annual draft lottery.
Todd’s Take: An Open Letter on My 32nd Radio Broadcasting Anniversary
Dear Listener,
It was 32 years ago today, June 2nd, 1989, that I worked an overnight shift (Midnight to 6:00 a.m.) on the radio by myself for the very first time.
Central Washington Bike Nights Return Starting June 9th!
94.5 KATS, along with Owens Harley-Davidson, is pleased to -- FINALLY! -- announce the return of Central Washington Bike Nights!
Todd’s Take: Thinking of My Grandfathers This Memorial Day
Memorial Day is, obviously, today, but, more importantly, it's about remembering those who served. Some are no longer with us.
I'd like to share a couple of men whom I will especially be thinking of. In fact, they are the men that put the "E" in Todd E. Lyons.
Todd & Timmy’s “Impossible” Question of the Day
Join Todd E. Lyons, Esquire and Timmy every weekday morning at 7:45 a.m. for "Today's Impossible Question".
Todd’s Take: A Memorial Day Message to the Masters Of War
On this Memorial Day, I will once again shed a tear for those who died in vain. While it may not be politically correct to say it aloud, not all who fight and die do so for a noble cause.
Jet Funny Car Returns to Renegade Raceway This Weekend
Have you ever witnessed the power, speed and fury of a jet funny car in person? IF not, you have that chance this weekend right here in the Yakima Valley.