[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 101 (Friday, June 14, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E637]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF PEORIA RADIO PERSONALITY SCOTT WHEELER

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                           HON. DARIN LaHOOD

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 14, 2024

  Mr. LaHOOD. Mr. Speaker, I would like to honor and congratulate Scott 
Wheeler on his retirement from Midwest Communications' Peoria stations 
after 46 years in the industry.
  Scott Wheeler was hired as a radio personality and promotions 
director by the Top-40 radio station KZ93-FM in 1987. During his 
career, he worked as a director of production, promotions, programming, 
and operations. Wheeler also held the positions of Morning Show Host, 
Brand Manager, and Air Personality. In 1997, he launched Big Oldies 
93.3 which received the top ratings throughout its 10-year duration.
  During his time as a radio personality, Scott Wheeler has been 
recognized with numerous accolades for his exemplary professional 
performance. He was recognized as one of Radio Ink Magazine's ``Top Ten 
Best Small Market Program Directors in America'' from 1999 until 2003. 
Wheeler was known for his tremendous contributions to the radio 
community, as well as his success at CHR KZ93 and Big Oldies 93.3.
  Scott Wheeler has always been committed to his work and his 
community. It is my privilege to congratulate him on his accomplished 
career as a radio personality. We have all been blessed to have Scott 
Wheeler on our radio. The City of Peoria is a better place because of 
his airtime presence.

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