Jeff was born in Maine and has lived here all his life. He began his radio career in Bangor, Maine, in 1991 and bounced around to a handful of stations before landing in Portland to be a part of the launch of Q97.9 in 1996 where he spent 26 years, the majority of it partnered on the morning show with Lori Voornas, until the two moved to 94.9 HOM in 2023. Jeff enjoys writing about nostalgia and history in Maine.
Jeff Parsons
The Story Behind This Century-Old Ad on a Building in Lewiston, Maine
Even though many of these downtown buildings are gone, there is still one piece of Lisbon Street's past that remains.
How High Were Cannabis Sales in Maine in 2023?
How much did the cannabis industry in Maine make in 2023? A lot.
The Difference Between Maine’s Rotaries and Roundabouts
Maine has 3 rotaries and 22 roundabouts throughout the state. The two terms are often used interchangeably, but they shouldn't be.
Final ‘Jeopardy!’ Answer About Famous Maine Business Founder Stumps One Contestant
Both Lynn and Robbi responded with the correct question, but Zani picked the wrong outfitter.
Maine’s 16 Counties Ranked by Unemployment Rate With a Surprising No. 1
Stacker put together a list of counties with the highest unemployment in Maine using data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Here Are the 10 Biggest Snowfalls Recorded in Maine
Stacker put together a list of the 10 biggest snowfall totals recorded in a single day, and as I look at the list, I've been reminded of some really big ones.
It’s Time for Passenger Rail Service to Expand to Central Maine
There's a proposal to expand passenger rail service to Lewiston, Waterville, and Bangor. It's time to make this happen.
These 9 Places in Maine Called the Weirdest-Named Towns in the State
When you look at the names of our towns in Maine, some of them will leave you asking, "Who in the world came up with that?"
Maine Claims Title for Second Snowiest City in the United States
Of all the cities in states that have snowy winters, Maine has three in the top 25, with one coming in at number two.
Mainers Chose Their Favorite Chain Restaurants in the State – Here Are the Results
I asked my Facebook friends what their favorite chain restaurant in Maine is. Here are the top five and honorable mentions.