Bill Keith
Community Focus – January 7, 2026
Joan Walton became the Executive Director of the Michigan Philharmonic in the Fall of 2025. She replaced Beth Stewart, who retired after 17 years serving the orchestra. Ms. Walton came to the Michigan Philharmonic with over 25 years of experience in education, nonprofits, and the arts. She has been a leader with the Belle Isle Conservancy, the Detroit Institute of Arts, Gleaners and the Detroit Zoo. She has also worked for Ford Motor Company and most recently was the director of community and volunteer engagement at the Zaman International, where she helped coordinate the nonprofit’s role in the U.S. State Department’s “Welcome Corps” helping international refugees. 88.1 the Park’s Alyssa Ajai spoke with her about her background and the important work of the Michigan Philharmonic.
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88.1 the Park Record, CD and Music Memorabilia Show – Saturday February 14, 2026
DEALER TABLES ARE SOLD OUT FOR THIS YEAR’S SHOW.
The 17th annual 88.1 Record Show is Saturday February 14, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Salem High School Cafeteria. Proceeds will benefit the nationally-recognized student radio station operated by the Plymouth-Canton Community Schools.
The show will feature special giveaways and door prizes in addition to a wide variety of vendors. 88.1 the Park expects to build on the success last year’s show, which had over 500 people attend. Much of the success of the show can be tied to the resurgence of interest in vinyl records.
“The record show is an experience everyone can enjoy. It’s amazing seeing everyone come together to enjoy music and finding their favorite vinyl records and CDs while supporting 88.1 the Park,” said Bill Keith, 88.1 the Park Station Manger.
Admission to the 881 the Park record show is $5. Collectors can get admission from 9:00 and 10:00 a.m. for $10. Students at Canton, Plymouth and Salem High Schools will receive free admission with a student ID.
All of the proceeds will benefit 88.1 The Park, and will help the station to continue serving the community with unique programming and broadcast training for students. The record show is one of the station’s main fundraisers each year.
Salem High School is located at 46181 Joy Road in Canton Michigan (corner of Joy and Canton Center). The Salem High School Cafeteria is located on the first floor, just inside the main entrance to the school.
P-CEP Choir’s “A Winter Song” Concert On 88.1 the Park
88.1 the Park is honored to present a special holiday broadcast of the Plymouth-Canton Educational Park concert “A Winter Song” on Wednesday December 24, at 7:00 p.m. and Thursday December 25, at 12:00 p.m. The award winning P-CEP Choirs are under the direction of Director of Choirs, Jennifer Neumann, and Choir Director, Jonathan Lunneberg. The 2025 concert was recorded on Tuesday December 16, from the Gloria Logan Auditorium at Salem High School.
Claudia Fisher Aircheck
Claudia Fisher Aircheck
Community Focus – December 17, 2025
Local 4 WDIV in Detroit is planning for the opening of Fourgrounds Coffee in Plymouth. The coffee shop will bring together local news and community connection. 88.1 the Park’s Claudia Fisher spoke with the Vice President and General Manager of WDIV, Bob Ellis. They talked about the plans for the coffee shop. Mr. Ellis announced his resignation from WDIV days after their conversation.
