Justin Taylor
Daily : 6 am – 10 am
Originally from Iowa, Justin moved to Utah during high school and attended Murray High. It was there that he began an internship at a radio station and discovered his passion for broadcasting.
Over the years, Justin has worked at stations across the country, and Now 97.9 is proud to be his new home.
When he’s not on the air, you’ll often find Justin boating at Flaming Gorge, experimenting with his smoker, building projects in his garage, or spending quality time with his dog, Oakley.
Pete Steiner
Weekdays : 10 am – 2 pm
Melissa Snow
Weekdays : 2pm – 7 PM
Melissa has been in radio for over a decade, when she was a kid she would spend many of days just listing to music. KUTE at the U was her first on-air gig and she has been hooked ever since. Melissa has worked in St George, Idaho Falls and now back home at Now 97.9
Rob Riesen
Weekdays : 7pm – 12 am
Hometown: Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Birthday: December 14.
Hobbies: Fishing, flying remote control aircraft, gardening, scuba.
What inspired you to get into radio: My father and grandfather both had careers in radio. Favorite Utah location: Strawberry Reservoir—my family enjoys camping and fishing. Outside accomplishments: Realtor.
Most famous person you’ve met: President Bill Clinton.
Pets: Two dogs.
What celebrity have you been told you resemble: Eddie Rabbitt.
Favorite secret food craving: Not so secret—steak and lobster!
What’s in your CD/iPod music collection: Too many to name. I’m a lover of music!
Most exotic place you’ve visited: Jamaica
