The Brain started at KHAK as an intern back in 1995 and has called mornings home since 1999. He has worked with several morning show partners, including Courtlin since 2015. Despite getting up in the middle of the night, Brain loves having fun on the air every weekday morning! Brain and his wife Holly make their home in Marion and have three children, Chase, Carly, and Cayleigh. They also have a dog Rigby, and a huge cat Cora. Brain is a huge sports fan and loves his Hawkeyes, Packers, and Cardinals. If you see Brain out and about in Marion or anywhere in Eastern Iowa, say hello! We hear he's friendly!
Ryan "Brain" Brainard
Video Shows Iowa Police Department Car Hitting Child [WATCH]
A four-year-old child is recovering after being struck by a police car on patrol.
See the Angry Skies that Appeared Over Iowa During Sunday Storms
Mother Nature put on quite a show on Sunday. High winds, lightning, hail the size of baseballs, and heavy rain. Much of it, we could do without. But in the storm's aftermath came something strange and beautiful. Clouds so puffy and peaceful that everyone just had to rush outside and get a picture!
Check Your Tickets! $1 Million Lottery Ticket Sold in Iowa!
Somebody won big during Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing!
Sailor Who Died at Pearl Harbor To Be Buried in Eastern Iowa
After eight decades Seaman Donald Stott is finally coming home to Iowa.
The Reason Why McDonald’s Got Rid Of The Play Place
The Play Place was a magical place where parents could find peace. Now, they're gone.
Hy-Vee Ends Use Of Cashierless Shopping App
The scan and go app at Hy-Vee has officially ended.
Early Morning Accident Kills Four in Northeast Iowa
Snow and ice-covered roads appear to be the cause of the deadly accident.
Iowa Man Shocked After Getting $3,000 Water Bill
His normal bill was $180 a month. So why did it jump to $3,000?
New Iowa Costco Will Be First Of Its Kind In The Midwest
Iowa's fourth Costco location will be different than other locations in the state.
Iowa ‘Secret Garden’ Airbnb Is A Hidden Getaway [PHOTOS]
This hidden Iowa Airbnb is surrounded by the scenic Iowa countryside!