On Thursday (Jan 13th) the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released new information that Dallas had the highest job growth among twelve of the Nation’s biggest Metropolitan areas. The data was collected from November 2016 to November 2017. That’s according to information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. DFW added 100,400 jobs in the…… MORE
Mark Wahlberg Donates $1.5 Million to ‘TimesUp’
After news broke that Mark Wahlberg received $1.5 Million for re-shoots for the film “All the Money in the World” while he co-star Michelle Williams was paid $1,000 which is less than 1 percent of Wahlberg’s wage. And he was fully aware of how much she was being paid versus ‘re-shoot’ payment. The statement released on Saturday…… MORE
Your “Kiss A Ginger Day” Wolf Fan Favorite 5 Countdown
Here’s tonight’s WOLF FAN FAVORITE FIVE, the five most popular songs in North Texas, as chosen by YOU. #995wfff Vote for your favorite song at 995thewolf.com/vote, or call in your vote, along with your requests or dedications to 888-787-1995, e-mail to [email protected], or get them to me on Facebook or Twitter (@995thewolfdfw @BillBowen995). And be sure to tune in weeknights at 9 when we count ’em down. — Bill Bowen …… MORE
Dallas County Reported Friday 5 More Deaths Due to Flu; Total at 31
Dallas County stands at 31 as of Friday, Tarrant County has reported 3 and Denton County 2 in flu-related deaths. The most recent victims were an 87-year-old from Cedar Hill, a 72-year-old from Duncanville, a 42-year-old from Dallas, a 38-year-old from Addison and a 60-year-old from Carrollton. It’s too early to confirm if this is the worst flu season.…… MORE
20-year-old claims $450M Mega Millions Jackpot
Shane Missler, 20, was the owner of the one winning ticket on Jan 5th of the Mega Millions jackpot of $451 Million. He decided to take the cash payout. Btw, He’s taking the lump sum payout of $281,874,999. He purchased five quick-pick Mega Millions tickets. His total investment $10 “I’m only 20, but I hope to use…… MORE
Zac Brown Band Announces New 27-Date Tour
Zac Brown Band will embark on a new 27-date tour this summer. ZBB’s Down the Rabbit Hole Live Tour will kick off on June 8 in Lincoln, Neb., and make stops in Seattle, Atlanta, Toronto, Cincinnati and more. The tour will include two dates at Boston’s iconic Fenway Park and concludes with two stadium performances…… MORE
New Country Music Hall of Fame Exhibit Will Focus on Outlaw Movement of the 1970s
The Country Music Hall of Fame’s upcoming exhibit, Outlaws & Armadillos: Country’s Roaring ’70s, will explore the era of cultural and artistic exchange between Nashville, Tenn., and Austin, Texas, that spawned artists like Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson, Jessi Colter, Bobby Bare, Jerry Jeff Walker, David Allan Coe, Cowboy Jack Clement, Tom T. Hall,…… MORE
Alan Jackson’s “Honky Tonk Highway Tour” to Feature Lauren Alaina, Randy Houser, Lee Ann Womack & Runaway June
Since dropping his debut studio album in 1990, Alan Jackson has been keeping it country—selling nearly 60 million albums worldwide and ranking as one of the 10 best-selling country artists of all-time. As you probably imagined, Alan will be keeping it country in 2018 during his 28th year in the biz with the extension of…… MORE
Listen to Carrie Underwood’s New Super Bowl Song, “The Champion,” Featuring Ludacris
Carrie Underwood will open Super Bowl 52 on Feb. 4 with a video for her new song, “The Champion,” which also features vocals from rapper Ludacris. Carrie co-penned the anthemic tune with Ludacris, Brett James and Chris DeStefano. NBC will also incorporate “The Champion” into its coverage of the 2018 Olympic Winter Games, which will…… MORE
Former Alfred Angelo Re-Opens in Garland Selling Bridal Gowns for $299
Do you remember last year when all of the sudden doors were locked at Alfred Angelo putting customers in a wedding frenzy. Alfred Angelo filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and decided to lock their doors to 80 locations across the U.S., and closed without any notice to customers. Only seven locations will open and a liquidation company is selling off…… MORE
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Keep Those Texas Babies Reading
Getting our kids to read in the summer can sometimes be challenging but there are lots of teacher approved ideas and incentive programs available to keep them on track! They can earn game tokens from our Friends at Chuck E Cheese who has tons of rewards ideas for being a good student and a good…