Shawn Michaels - SoJO 104.9

Hey, it’s me Shawn Michaels Host of the Bruce Brunch Sunday Mornings from 8-11 am. I’ve been living here at the Jersey Shore since I was old enough to buy my first Springsteen album, Darkness on the Edge of Town. I’ve been a fan ever since so it’s an honor hosting the Bruce Brunch and bringing you the Best of Springsteen and the E Street Band each weekend! I had the pleasure of bumping into Bruce in Asbury Park, literally, years ago …. but it was cool seeing him right here at the Jersey Shore! Join me and let’s celebrate the sound of the Jersey Shore every Sunday on 105.7 The Hawk

Wow! Huge New Housing Development Coming to Barnegat, New Jersey

It looks to be a pretty large construction site in Southern Ocean County as the ground is broken for brand new housing development.

Wow! This New Jersey Town is One of the Best Coffee Cities in America!

If you have been a part of our morning show family for any time then you are probably aware of the fact that I love coffee. I love all kinds of coffee from the cups I brew myself at home to the after-dinner cup for dessert when we are out, I just love coffee.
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What Would YOU Like to See at the Forked River Rest Area on the Garden State Parkway?

It's been over a year now since they opened the new Forked River rest area on the Garden State Parkway. The rest stop is located at mile marker 74. The rest stop is beautiful but in my opinion, it needs some added attractions.

What is Going on with the Old Route 70 Flea Market in Lakewood, New Jersey?

More construction work continues in the Lakewood area, this time it’s the former Route 70 flea market. The Route 70 flea market was extremely popular for years with folks looking for great bargains at this large outdoor flea market in Lakewood.

Awesome! The Turning Point Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch is Coming to Toms River

More exciting news from the Ocean County Mall in Toms River, another great eatery is joining the MALL

The Mall on its website has the Turning Point breakfast, brunch, and lunch coming soon to the Ocean County Mall on Hooper Avenue in Toms River. The announcem...

Firefighters Battle Blaze as Nearly 100 Acres Burn in Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey

Heroic First Responders battled a blaze over the weekend in Southern Ocean County. Firefighters from towns around the State responded to this fire that burned approximately 1,000 acres in Little Egg Harbor.

The Oldest Home in New Jersey

This time April and I were off to Gloucester County in search of the oldest home in New Jersey. In fact this is one of the oldest in America

The Root Beer Floats Are Returning To Tuckerton, New Jersey

So it's that time of year again.....time for the root beer floats to return to Southern Ocean County! That's right the Stewart's on Route 9 in Tuckerton has posted that they will be opening on my birthday! April 15th the Root Beer is back and I cannot wait. I guess I will definitely h…

There’s A lot of Work Going on in Little Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey

Busy times in Little Egg Harbor as the community gets ready for Spring 2021.

What Really is the WORST Section of Route 9 at the Jersey Shore?

Depending on where YOU live at the Jersey Shore, you probably see Route 9 from a different perspective. For example I live in Little Egg Harbor and our section of Route 9 is fine and the same through Tuckerton as well. Yes it gets busy at 5 pm weeknights and the weekends, especially in summer, can b…

The Christmas Tree on the Bay Is Back in Little Egg Harbor

This little tree is located just before the third bridge on Seven Bridges Road in Little Egg Harbor, about a mile out in the bay. Each year a tree gets decorated for Christmas by some kind local elves. It’s about as ”Jersey Shore” as it gets. A lone decorated Christmas tree out …

Lady Magpie’s Steam-Powered Tea Room Open at Tuckerton Seaport

Looking to step back in time and enjoy a beautiful "tea room" experience then you want to head to Tuckerton Seaport for a wonderful experience..