No Foolin'

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What better way to pay tribute to a consummate jokester than by honoring him on April Fool’s Day.

On Friday, April 1, colleagues and friends of Rich Walburg are gathering to celebrate his life and work at an event organized by Game Day Communications. But everyone is invited to raise a glass and share a story in his honor and a life well-lived.

Walburg, a beloved figure in local media, passed away in January. Throughout his career, Walburg worked at WLW-AM, Q102, King's Island, Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, and the National MS Society's Ohio Valley Chapter. He was renowned for his quick wit, love of puns, and incredible professionalism.

Giving Back

To honor his legacy, his life’s work, and his alma mater, the Richard Walburg Media Scholarship at the University of Cincinnati has been established.

You can donate to the scholarship at foundation.uc.edu/ccmscholarship. Please put “Richard Walburg” in the memo line.

“Rich was Cincinnati’s cheerleader for most of his career,” says Jackie Reau, CEO of Game Day. “We were so lucky to have Rich join us at Game Day. I miss Rich as a trusted colleague and, more importantly as a great friend.”

The celebration begins at Holy Grail at 3 p.m., with a special performance at 4 p.m. from Walburg’s favorite college marching band.

Guests are invited to purchase a limited edition “Be. Kind.” T-shirt to benefit the Rich Walburg Media Scholarship at University of Cincinnati.