Remembering the Year 1999: Detroit History, Music, Pop Culture and More
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Story by Mark Wilson and Anne Erickson
WRIF first started broadcasting true rock ‘n’ roll to the Motor City on On Feb. 14, 1971, and we’ve never looked back!
It’s been an honor to rock with you for the past 50 years, and we look forward to the next 50.
Let’s look back on these chief events and happenings in Detroit and around the world in the year 1999!
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In April, The Red Wings finished first in the Central Division.
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In May, The Pistons finished third in the Central Division.
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Grant Hill was picked for the 1999 NBA All-Star Game.
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In September, The Tigers played their final baseball game in Tiger Stadium.
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In September, The Tigers finished in third place.
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Going into January, The Lions qualified for the playoffs and finished third in NFC Central Division.
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In February, the impeachment of Bill Clinton in the Congress took place. He was acquitted by the Senate.
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In March, the Supreme Court of the United States upheld the murder convictions of Timothy McVeigh, the Oklahoma City bomber.
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The euro officially became the currency for 12 European nations.
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Basketball great Michael Jordan announced that he was retiring from the NBA.
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In March, the Roth IRA was introduced by Senator William V. Roth Jr.
Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.
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