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SCOTT ROBERT SHAW: A message from Mike Hayes
I have shared many stories here at WIZM, but none are more difficult than this.
My friend, a friend to everyone, the man with the gift of gab, Mike Hayes, a local legend and host of WIZM’s La Crosse Talk for 39 years, and the voice of this radio station, has asked me to share this statement:
Dear WIZM listeners
I know a lot of you have been wondering where I’ve been the past few weeks. Unfortunately, I haven’t been on a beach sipping umbrella drinks. The fact is, back in July, I was diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer. As you can imagine, a lot of tests, doctor’s appointments and now treatments go along with that. It’s going to be a bit yet, but as soon as a feel a little better, I plan to get back into that studio. I love you all… and don’t forget to hug your kids.
— Mike Hayes
If you would like to send your well wishes, email Hayes at [email protected] or you can send him a card in the mail at:
201 State Street, La Crosse, WI, 54601
Bob Uebele
September 17, 2024 at 6:28 am
Mike, you are La Crosse! For 20 years, you’ve been La Crosse to me.
God Bless you.
Stacy vanbeuzekom
September 17, 2024 at 6:35 am
God bless you Mike! Many prayers for my morning voice!
Sam
September 17, 2024 at 5:14 pm
Mike, I am saddened by your diagnosis. I will keep you in my prayers. I’ve been listening to you from the begining.
Donna Felber
September 17, 2024 at 7:49 pm
Hi Mike,
Many well wishes and prayers for you! You have been a voice of common sense for many years;thanks for all the great thoughts from you!
Jan Grapes
September 17, 2024 at 6:42 am
My thoughts and prayers go out to you Mike Hayes 🙏
Sending good vibes to you while go this medical crisis. Thank you for filling us in on why you haven’t been on radio. Take care of yourself & yes I will hugs my kids ❤️
Carol Bernett
September 17, 2024 at 7:30 am
Blessings to you Mike. You are a bright light for me every morning, a voice of reason. Sending lots of prayers to give you strength!
KMT
September 17, 2024 at 7:38 am
I have been listening to you for 20+ years! Sending you healing wishes and strength during this time. The only other thing I can say is, “Keep your powder dry”!! ☀️❤️
Sean Copus
September 17, 2024 at 7:59 am
God bless you, Mike. wishing you comfort. you are LA Crosse
Pat Moody
September 17, 2024 at 9:57 am
Stunning news, Mike! I hope your journey is as palatable as possible. You are clearly loved, and needed by your family, colleagues, audience and friends. Peace.
The Dude
September 17, 2024 at 1:11 pm
Mike – God Bless You, I am so sad to hear this news as you are a wonderful and caring man. Even though you are more on the conservative side you are always personable and courteous to everyone. You never slam the other side and stick up for their rights to express their opinions. Always a staunch supporter of Lacrosse talk PM even though it does not align with your policies. It would serve others in the WIZM Radio station well if they take note of how to conduct themselves.
As none of us know when it will be our time to leave this earth, yours is becoming shorter. You will be missed my friend
Lin
September 17, 2024 at 2:41 pm
Wishing you all the best Mike. I miss you in the morning.
Jeff Holmquist
September 17, 2024 at 6:03 pm
You are the station
I have been on the radio with you and really enjoyed it
All the best to you in your fight
L riordan
September 17, 2024 at 7:51 pm
Mike you are in my prayers, unfortunately Scott Robert Shaw is the worst reporter on the planet. He misrepresented a story about the USPS that I called him on and he actually confessed he just “assumed what he reported was the truth” He lied.
Bruce Parr
September 17, 2024 at 8:17 pm
So sorry to hear of this. I’ve listened for so long to you and enjoy it tremendously. Get back in that studio soon.
Richard Manning
September 17, 2024 at 8:38 pm
Mike,
You are one of. The great radio hosts in AMERICA. O er the years through our 8 minute interviews, we became friends. My prayers are with you for a miraculous recovery. May you see the. Lessons from everyone who you have touched through your intelligence, wit and passion. Hang in their friend
Rick
Mike Berkich
September 17, 2024 at 9:42 pm
Moved to Lacrosse in 1990 and you have been a friend since, though we’ve only met once. Every morning I wake to you on the radio and sure hope to hear from you again. Take care and Godspeed
Come On Man
September 18, 2024 at 7:51 am
I have no words.
The world will “not” be a better place when your voice is no longer on the air.
Your catch phrase “Hug your kids” will live on forever. Thoughts and prayers, my friend.