Today in Wheeling History: February 7 -- David "Bloomdaddy" Blomquist, longtime WWVA radio personality and television broadcaster, concludes his 17-year run as Wheeling's morning show host and debuts as afternoon drive host on Cleveland's prominent news radio station WTAM 1100 (2022).
David "Bloomdaddy" Blomquist established himself as a prominent media figure in the Wheeling, West Virginia area through a multi-faceted broadcasting career spanning both television and radio. He began his career as a television sportscaster in Wheeling and Charleston, WV, later transitioning to anchor morning news at WTRF-TV. His radio career took off at WWVA (1170 AM) in Wheeling, where he hosted the morning show for 17 years starting in 2007. During his time at WWVA, Blomquist built a significant regional following, with his show expanding into syndication across multiple markets including Pittsburgh, Youngstown, Akron, and Parkersburg. He also had a stint hosting afternoons at "The Watchdog" 1600 WKKX in Wheeling. Blomquist, who created his radio name "Bloomdaddy" to honor his role as a father of three boys ("Bloom" for Blomquist and "Daddy" as his primary job), became known for his common-sense approach to talk radio and passion for sports. His connection to the Ohio Valley extended beyond broadcasting, as he could often be found on local baseball fields or fishing in his spare time.
To learn more: WTAM 1100 (https://tinyurl.com/25zt7n6t), WKYC (https://tinyurl.com/47khe2nf), Radio Ink (https://tinyurl.com/5n6e5anp)
Photo credits: WTAM 1100, The Salvation Army
David "Bloomdaddy" Blomquist established himself as a prominent media figure in the Wheeling, West Virginia area through a multi-faceted broadcasting career spanning both television and radio. He began his career as a television sportscaster in Wheeling and Charleston, WV, later transitioning to anchor morning news at WTRF-TV. His radio career took off at WWVA (1170 AM) in Wheeling, where he hosted the morning show for 17 years starting in 2007. During his time at WWVA, Blomquist built a significant regional following, with his show expanding into syndication across multiple markets including Pittsburgh, Youngstown, Akron, and Parkersburg. He also had a stint hosting afternoons at "The Watchdog" 1600 WKKX in Wheeling. Blomquist, who created his radio name "Bloomdaddy" to honor his role as a father of three boys ("Bloom" for Blomquist and "Daddy" as his primary job), became known for his common-sense approach to talk radio and passion for sports. His connection to the Ohio Valley extended beyond broadcasting, as he could often be found on local baseball fields or fishing in his spare time.
To learn more: WTAM 1100 (https://tinyurl.com/25zt7n6t), WKYC (https://tinyurl.com/47khe2nf), Radio Ink (https://tinyurl.com/5n6e5anp)
Photo credits: WTAM 1100, The Salvation Army
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