Jaci Fox
Jaci Fox burst onto the Cleveland radio scene in 2010, is an OCB alumni, and was honored with the Nev Chandler Excellence in Broadcasting award.
Jaci is a theater brat turned broadcaster, (but not before snagging a couple of local acting awards). Since, she’s produced both on-air and off, hosted, cohosted, and also worked in commercial production.
A rescue volunteer and animal advocate for nearly 30 years, Jaci has rehabilitated, trained and re-homed many homeless four legged fuzzy members of our community.
She’s Cleveland native, and thrilled to be back in her hometown, and to put it simply, loves our city.
Friday, 02 June 2023 16:15
That's What She Drank: Is Your Ice Ruining Your Cocktails?
Written by Jaci Fox
Okay, so I'm not actually covering alcohol this week, but I am talking about something essential when it comes to mixed drinks, (and more), and that's ice! Especially with the hot temps being right on board with the unofficial kickoff of summer this week. Some areas are enjoying the hospitality of Ohio's Mother Nature treating them to temps reaching into the 90's. What is Ohio's Mother Nature's deal anyway? What does she have against a normal spring? Does she want the Guardians to do better? Is she as upset about the Browns as everyone else? If that's the case, take…
Thursday, 01 June 2023 14:37
Exploring The Land: Pride, Death Cab AND Paramore!!
Written by Jaci Fox
Pride ROCKS at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is today kicking off Pride in The CLE - starting at 5:00. Comedian Paul Vrizi is at Hilarities tonight, show starts at 7:00. The Lake Erie Crushers take on the gateway Grizzlies tonight at Mercy Health Stadium, first pitch is at 6:35 The Lake County Captains take on the Quad Cities River bandits tonight at Classic Park, first pitch is at 7:00. The Mike Polk Jr Show Live is at Hilarities tomorrow night, show starts at 9:45. Comedian Brooks Wheelan is at Pickwick & Frolic tomorrow night, show starts at…
The Lake Erie Crushers take on the Gateway Grizzlies at Mercy Health Stadium tonight and Thursday night. First pitch for both games is 6:35. The Lake County Captains take on the Quad Cities River Bandits at Classic Park tonight, tomorrow and Thursday night. First pitch for all three games is 7:00. Walnut Wednesday from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM every Wednesday through September 6th. Guided Walking Tour: Downtown Art, from 2-4 PM through June 28th. Comedian Akaash Singh is at Hilarities tomorrow night, the show starts at . Boozy Bingo at The Winchester Wednesdays from 7 - 9 PM through July 17th. Pride…
What kind of beer goes best with BBQ ribs? Which wine with BBQ chicken? Red? White? What?!? I took a look at that for you, and it turns out, for BBQ ribs a darker, maltier beer is ideal, porters, brown ales and even dark lagers. Those are the best choice for a loaded backyard burger as well. What about that guest who “only drinks wine,” well you don’t want them whining, so a cab or Shiraz is a good option, and even one of my faves, a red zinfandel. BBQ chicken? Light to medium bodied reds or a full bodied…
Thursday, 25 May 2023 14:36
Exploring The Land: Baseball, Festivals and RIBS, Oh My!
Written by Jaci Fox
The Berea National Rib Cook-Off at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds starts tomorrow at noon through Memorial Day. Comedian Shular King is at the Improv tomorrow night. Tremont Greek Festival also starts tomorrow at noon and runs through Memorial Day. Cedar Point's Fronteir Festival is on now and runs through June 18th Comedian Gianmarco Soresi is at Hillarities tomorrow night Guardians take on the Cardnials tomorrow night, first pitch at 7:10. Saturday night, first pitch at 7:15, plus a game Sunday afternoon, first pitch 1:40. Reggae Festival at Voinovich Park Saturday and Sunday
Our pet of the week this week is still ALL OF THEM!! The folks at the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter are spreading out the Memorial Day celebration and the unofficial kick off of summer, (until Sunday June 4th) with a Red White & Woof special with just 30 dollar adoptions. Check out super sweet and very well mannered bonded pair Lilo & Stitch who are so ready to go home with you to prove that yes, 2 dogs ARE in fact better than one. You can also meet fun and sassy Kelly, a retriever spaniel mix who's ready to show you besties at first sight is real!…
On the Eastside, I saw a few of them Friday, a few more Saturday and I actually had the thought, "maybe there won't be too many of them this year..." Then Sunday, cue the little girl from Poltergeist with her most iconic line, "they're baaaaaaaaack." Midges, not to be confused with mayflies, (but are an indicator that mayflies are on the way), are also known as Canadian soldiers and muckleheads and made their 2023 debut over the weekend. Sunday and Monday were the worst at my place with swarms clinging to my house and garage. Even though it's not fun…
Friday, 19 May 2023 16:30
That's What She Drank: Southern Teir's Hazelnut Deluxe
Written by Jaci Fox
Not long ago, I happened upon something in the beer section that I couldn't wait to try, then couldn't wait to share in this segment. It's no secret I am a HUGE Southern Tier fan, and well, what I stumbled across was from my beloved brewery that I hadn't seen before, Vanilla Scoop Imperial Ale and Hazelnut Deluxe Imperial Stout. I normally like lighter brews moving into summer, but that won't ever stop me from enjoying a dessert stout. (Southern Tier also has some lighter wheat releases that I will be covering in another That's What She Drank coming soon). Now, I made the…
Don't Believe in Ghosts is at the Foundry tonight. Kevin Hart is at the Football Hall of Fame tonight. Marlon Wayans will be at the Improv tonight and tomorrow night. Tom Papa will be at Playhouse Square tomorrow night at the Mimi Ohio Theater. The Cleveland Asian Festival is in Saturday and Sunday. Bill Maher is at MGM Northfield Park Saturday.
Wednesday, 17 May 2023 15:30
A Police Officer, a Drunk and a Dog: It's Wait What Wednesday
Written by Jaci Fox
A Colorado man was pulled over for speeding, but, because he had been drinking, the officer watched as this guy maneuvered to the passenger side, switching places WITH HIS DOG. The man exited the car out of the passenger door, and tried to clame he wasn't driving, but he showed clear signs of being drunk. When the officer asked if he'd been drinking - the man took off running, and made it a whole 20 yards. He was take to the hospital to be checked out, then was arrested on suspiscion of driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs, oh, and…
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Tuesday, 16 May 2023 13:46
Exploring The Land: Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse is THE Place Tonight
Written by Jaci Fox
Downtown is all a buzz because tonight’s THE night, Blink 182 is at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse, along with Turnstile and Beauty School Dropout. Show starts at 730, and Brady will be there! The multi award winning show Dear Evan Hansen makes its way to Playhouse Square at the Palace Theater. 90th Season Announcement Celebration at the Beck Center is tonight at 730. Walnut Wednesday’s are BACK, tomorrow from 11AM to 1:30 PM at East 12th and Walnut. Kevin Hart takes his Reality Check tour to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton. Marlon Wayans is at the Improv for…
Considering the writer's strike, now is a good time to go back to the oldies but goodies and appreciate what writers have already given us. Personally, I support the writers in this, as all too often the powers that be take advantage of the passion those in a creative work field have for their trade and underpay them, sometimes grossly, which is a shame, because our favorite TV moments start with them. They are the foundation and framework of a show, the director takes the show to the next level and actors polish it with detail personality. All jobs are…
I actually debated on whether to use the mint julep for a That's What She Drank feature, because as an animal advocate, well, I know a little too much about what goes on behind the scenes with racing animals, and this is the official drink of the derby, but, only since 1938. The mint julep has a history that goes back much further, and quite frankly, that shouldn't be held against it. Besides, the main ingredient is glorious, wonderful, tasty bourbon, (although earlier recipes used brandy, cognac or rum). It's roots are in the middle east traced back to the year 900,…
This is exactly what a photo of pure happiness looks like. Look at that grin!! He may not be a very big dog, but he is in spirit and heart - Woodstock is a 9 year old beagle mix, and he definitely has the nose of a beagle - but the folks at that Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter say he has the heart of an American bulldog - that's quite a heart! He's a rockstar in playgroup, and he's self entertaining and throws the ball for himself! (Can I borrow Woodstock to teach Marvel this?) Woodstock loves everyone he meets,…