Mark Wilson, a native of Great Falls, has a deep-rooted connection to the world of country music. His early exposure came through his father, who was a morning radio host on KMON AM. Mark's childhood home was filled with the sounds of his dad's band practicing for their weekend gigs. One of the pivotal moments in Mark's life was attending the State Fair in Great Falls in 1971. His father served as the emcee for all the concerts, granting Mark the opportunity to enjoy front-row seats for performances by artists like Anne Murray, Glen Campbell, and the Carpenters. After high school, Mark embarked on his own journey in radio. He initiated his career at KMON Great Falls and transitioned to KYSS-FM in Missoula during his college years. His dedication to the radio industry led him to work for KGVO in Missoula and later KYSN-FM in East Wenatchee, Washington. In March 1988, Mark Wilson moved to Billings when Citadel Communications acquired the 102.9 FM and AM970 signals, launching the iconic Cat Country. Since then, he has been an integral part of the Cat Country team. Beyond his passion for radio, Mark enjoys his leisure time playing golf and racquetball, even though he admits that his skills in both sports are a work in progress.
Mark Wilson
Friday Fragments: Jason Aldean, Blue Angels, Corndogs, and Signs
Mark's week in a nutshell.
Mark Wishes We Had A Solution To The Jail Problem In Billings
With our local jail being overloaded, and people being turned away, what is the solution?
Mark Thinks About His Upcoming Retirement, Golfing And Bartending
Will work for free golf, drinks and not having to be awake at 5 am 5 days a week.
Mark Wants The Billings Heights To Become Its Own City
He's got a list, and checked it twice, on what he thinks the Heights needs to be a separate city.
Mark Talks Golf Balls, Golfing, And How To Avoid Buying A Round
He just wants to make sure you know what balls are his, and what balls are yours.
Mark Learns WHY We Have To Dial 406 For All Calls Now
It's not just because the phone company wants to make it more difficult to call someone.
Mark Thinks Jason Aldean Will Be Just Fine After CMT Pulled Video
CMT has banned other videos before, and nothing came from it. Same goes for this one, according to Mark.
Mark Shares Thoughts On Electric Vehicles In Montana & Wyoming
The battle between Internal Combustion and Electric rages on, but Mark shares his thoughts on one driver who was stranded in Wyoming.
Mark Wilson Takes A Vacation… And Decides To Tour Missoula?
So, I spent a couple of days in Missoula. I love that city in the spring and summer. But in the winter, I'd just rather be someplace else.
Billings Taxpayers Don’t Owe Community Another Pool or Trails
If you know me, I'm all about kids. But you can't put an ADDITIONAL 142 million dollars on property taxpayers here.