I have always loved radio. This goes back to my childhood when a neighbor had a talk show on a Detroit station. I would go down to the station with him, watch and listen to him, and think "I want to do that one day!" I started out with a radio class in high school, interned at the neighbor's station, and then continued in college. Unfortunately, like most new college graduates, I had bills to pay, so I took a job in sales instead of following my passion. After a few sales jobs over a ten year period, including an Internet start-up that didn't work out, I took time to figure out what I wanted to do with the rest of my life, and would make me happy while doing it. This led me back to radio. I went to Specs Howard to get reacquainted with the industry and while there, did yet another internship at WWJ 950AM. From there I got my first break reporting the news for a group of radio stations in Big Rapids, Michigan. My claim to fame while there? I was standing next to United States Senator Carl Levin who was in town speaking when two college students ran up and threw a pie into his face. I had gotten the audio too! No one else there had pictures or video. Fox News, ABC and others called and asked for it. After about 15 months there, I wanted to come back to this side of the state where my family and friends are, and take on a new challenge. In September 2011, I was hired in as the News Director here at WFNT 1470. I am happy to be here, look forward to working in the Flint community, and helping to make WFNT the media presence I know it can be!
Jason Cooper
Gov. Snyder Announces Flint Water Task Force
On Wednesday, Governor Rick Snyder announced the creation of an independent task force that will be charged with reviewing actions regarding water use and testing in Flint, and offer recommendations for future guidelines to protect the health and safety of all state residents.
Flint Reconnects to Detroit Water
The City of Flint has announced is has reconnected with Detroit water after reaching an agreement with the Detroit Water and Sewerage Dept. for the temporary provision of treated Lake Huron water.
Snyder Signs Funding Bill to Allow Flint to Move Back to Detroit Water
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder signed bipartisan legislation on Thursday that will "direct funding to the City of Flint's emergency water services" to reconnect back to Detroit water.
Snyder to Make Announcement About Flint Water System – Watch Live Stream Here
Governor Rick Snyder will be in Flint today at 10 a.m. where he is expected to make an announcement regarding the water system.
Flint Farmers’ Market Named One of 15 Great Places in America
The Flint Farmers' Market has been named as one of six Great Public Spaces by the American Planning Association on their annual Great Places in America list.
Detroit Waza Flo Soccer Team Announces Relocation to Flint [Video]
There will be another professional sports team to cheer for in Flint this fall.
Presentation on Water Scheduled for Flint City Council Meeting
A special presentation on water has been added to the agenda for the regular Flint City Council meeting scheduled for tonight.
Funeral Services to be Held Today for Fallen MSP Trooper
Funeral services for fallen Michigan State Police Trooper Chad Wolf will be held today in Fenton.
MCC Closed Due to Power Outage
Mott Community College is closed Tuesday, August 18th due to a power outage.
Anger Growing Over Ambulance Crew That Left Deadly Crash Site [Video]
Outrage is growing over an ambulance crew that responded to a car accident on Flint's north side and left the scene shortly thereafter.
Report Says Flint Roads Among Most Deteriorated in the Country
A national study says Flint's roads are among the most deteriorated in the country.
MSP, Flint Police Chase Leads to Double Shooting
A police chase early Thursday morning turned into a double shooting in which the two suspects were injured.