Chris is WDEA's "Sports Guy!" He has been broadcasting MDI and Ellsworth Basketball games for the past 17 years and this is the 16th year of broadcasting MDI Football. In May 2020, he was a honorary inductee into the National Technical Honor Society by Hancock County Technical Center. He is the 2013 Electronic Media Award winner from the Maine Interscholastic Athletic Administrator's Association in recognition for outstanding electronic media contributions to Maine Interscholastic Athletics. He is the 2015 Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce President’s Award Winner for Sustained and Exceptional Service to the Community In addition to broadcasting the sporting events for Townsquare Media, Chris sells advertising on the Townsquare Media stations. If you want to have your business reach our great community of listeners on the radio and the web, please give Chris a call at 941-1994 or email him at chris.popper@townsquaremedia.com
Chris Popper
Ellsworth’s Knowlton Park Splash Pad Temporarily Closed on Monday August 8th
The City of Ellsworth announced that the Knowlton Park Splash Pad would be temporarily closed on Monday, August 8th for a thorough cleaning.
Carter Wins Back to Back Kebo Valley Ladies Club Championship In Playoff
Congratulations to Emily Carter who won the 2022 Kebo Valley Ladies Club Championship on Monday, August 8. For Carter it's her 2nd consecutive Club Championship!
Maine Celtics Basketball Clinics Coming to Ellsworth Wednesday August 10th
Ready to get your hoop on? If you're between the ages of 8-14, you're invited to the Maine Celtics Free Summer Clinic Series on Wednesday, August 10th at the Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School.
Top 10 Worst Reviews of Thunder Hole in Acadia National Park
People are funny! Over a million visitors come to Acadia National Park every year, but it's not for everyone. Check out these terrible reviews of Thunder Hole in Acadia National Park!
Bar Harbor Town Council to Discuss Alternate Cruise Ship Plan at August 16th Meeting
On Tuesday, August 16th, the Bar Harbor Town Council will discuss a proposed cruise visitation management plan that has been negotiated between a working group led by the Town Manager and the cruise industry. Here is that plan
Ellsworth wins 23rd Annual Marty Lyons Tournament in Bar Harbor
Congratulations to the Ellsworth Little League Team who won the 23rd Annual Marty Lyons Tournament in Bar Harbor this weekend.
Royals Walk-Off Red Sox 5-4 Saturday [VIDEO]
The Boston Red Sox lost to the Kansas City Royals on Saturday, August 6th as Nick Pratto hit a 3-2, 2-out home run off of Garrett Whitlock in the 9th innng to break the 4-4 tie and give the Royals the win.
Heat Advisory and Beach Hazards Statement for Downeast Maine Sunday August 7th
There is a Heat Advisory in effect for Downeast Maine today, Sunday August 7th from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Heat Index.., The "feel like temperature" will be up to 100 degrees late this morning and afternoon
Marty Lyons Tourney Results from Friday and Saturday’s Schedule
Here are the results from Friday and Saturday's schedule. Best of luck to all and have fun!
Beach Hazard Statement for Coastal Hancock and Washington Counties for Saturday August 6
If going out onto the water be sure to dress for the water temperature rather than the air temperature! The warmer air temperatures in the 80's may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures which are currently only in the mid to upper 50's