Each weekday we will select a new Official Member for 98.9 The Bear LISTENER OF THE DAY
⚡ If picked, your name will be blasted on-air like a rockstar.
⚡ Your mug featured on our website and Facebook.
⚡ Your favorite songs spun all day long.
⚡ An exclusive tee you can’t buy… only earn.
⚡ PLUS, you’re getting into a members-only Facebook group. That’s right — behind the curtain with meet n’ greets, surprise giveaways, seat upgrades, and contests we don’t drop anywhere else.
Been picked before? Good. You can get picked again. But you gotta re-apply, because we wiped the slate clean for 2026.
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Listener of the Day: Jackson Davis from St. Marys, OH!
Today’s Listener of the Day is Jackson Davis from St. Marys, Ohio! Jackson listens to The Bear every day while working and loves the mix of classic rock and newer songs, along with Jason Lee and Kluck keeping him going through the early hours. He rocks out to Avenged Sevenfold, Shinedown, Metallica, Iron Maiden, and Five Finger Death Punch. On his free time you'll find him watching movies, sports or hanging out with his family. Congrats, Jackson – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Lyndsey Mettler of Bluffton, IN!
Today’s Listener of the Day is Lyndsey Mettler from Bluffton! Lyndsey has been rocking with The Bear since the station was introduced in the 90s and says she’s rockin’ out 24/7. She loves Motionless in White, Bad Omens, Sleep Token, Linkin Park, and Magnolia Park, plus her new pet spider Jerry and time with friends who feel like family. Congrats, Lyndsey – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: John Ralstin from Angola, IN!
Today’s Listener of the Day is John Ralstin from Angola, IN! John is a 51-year-old metal head who knows how to rock out. His Bear soundtrack includes Pantera, Slayer, Trivium, Hellyeah, and Damage Plan, and he describes himself with three words: strength, determination, and pain. Congrats, John – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Kalie Ritchie from Dunkirk, OH!
Today’s Listener of the Day is Kalie Ritchie from Dunkirk, Ohio! Kalie has been listening to The Bear since high school and says we always play the best rock to get her through the day. She’s all about family, her wiener dogs, and music, with Korn, Seether, Three Days Grace, Rob Zombie, and System of a Down in her Bear rotation. Congrats, Kalie – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Adriana Sexton of Warsaw, IN!
Today’s Listener of the Day is Adriana Sexton from Warsaw, IN! Adriana listens to The Bear every single day and loves the fun, atmosphere, and energy. She’s family-oriented, passionate about helping others, and loves being outside with her kids. She rocks out to Beartooth, Any Sleep Theory, Bring Me The Horizon, and Motionless in White. Congrats, Adriana – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Molly Mccomb of Fort Wayne, IN!
Today’s Listener of the Day is Molly Mccomb from Fort Wayne, IN! Molly says The Bear is her go-to station everywhere she goes, from long car trips to quick trips to the store. She loves the Jason Lee and Kluck morning show, and rocks Limp Bizkit, Rob Zombie, Korn, and System of a Down. She’s also into indie horror games and swimming. Congrats, Molly – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Sandra Swinehart of Fort Wayne, IN!
Today’s Listener of the Day is Sandra Swinehart from Fort Wayne! Sandra has been a rock fan for four decades and says, “I love to rock!” Her Bear favorites include Bullet for My Valentine, Pantera, and Alice in Chains. Outside of the music, Sandra loves spending time with her family and being outside. Congrats, Sandra – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Carrie Hall of Kendallville, IN!
Today’s Listener of the Day is Carrie Hall from Kendallville, IN! Carrie listens to The Bear every day for the awesome music and loves Sleep Theory, Three Days Grace, Shinedown, and Eva Under Fire. When she’s not rocking out, Carrie enjoys hanging out with family and friends. Congrats, Carrie – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Shawn Cartwright of Fort Wayne, IN!
Today’s Listener of the Day is Shawn Cartwright from Fort Wayne, IN! Shawn says he loves The Bear every day for the great rock music and great DJs. He’s into video games and wrestling and spending time with his wife. His rock lineup includes Skillet, Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Korn, and Ozzy. Congrats, Shawn – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: James Cline of Rome City, IN!
Today’s Listener of the Day is James Cline from Rome City, IN! James rocks The Bear every day, loves Bear Metal on Saturday nights, and starts his morning with Jason Lee and Kluck on his drive to work. When he’s not rocking out to Motionless In White, Clutch, and Shinedown, he’s spending time with his wife and two daughters. Congrats, James – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Logan Kirk of Kokomo, IN!
Today’s Listener of the Day is Logan Kirk from Kokomo! Logan works at Care&Share, grew up listening to The Bear, and still tunes in every day. He loves music, free concerts, and rocking out to Breaking Benjamin, Rob Zombie, Nirvana, and Guns N’ Roses. Congrats, Logan – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
Listener of the Day: Tony Price of Indianapolis, IN!
Today’s Listener of the Day is Tony Price of Indianapolis, IN! Tony has been listening to The Bear for more than 20 years and loves every jam we play. He’s also a concert fan, golfer, and singer who rocks Pearl Jam, Avenged Sevenfold, Creed, and Ozzy. Congrats, Tony – you’re today's Listener of the Day!
