Johnny Rowlands is a rock star. No doubt about it. I suspected that before, but it was confirmed this week as I rode along with him in Newschopper 9 to visit 5 schools around the metro. At each stop, Johnny landed the helicopter and when he opened the door, the kids screamed like Beatles fans in the 60's.

The day was truly a lot of fun. Zipping around the city in Newschopper 9 was a blast. We'd leave one school and have only minutes to make it to our next appointment. No problem. It doesn't take long to get anywhere when you don't have to worry about traffic or stop lights.

We visited the Gillis Center, Pinkerton Elementary, the Paseo Baptist Learning Center, Oak Grove Elementary and Morris Elementary. The students and teachers were fantastic at every stop and by the end of the day, Newschopper 9 was stuffed with gifts from each school. I want to thank everyone for their kindness and hospitality. Now I need to figure out a way to have Johnny transport me the next time I have to do errands all over the metro. I'd be done in no time.