The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary report about the helicopter crash on Sept. 8 that killed Montgomery Gentry’s Troy Gentry, 50, and helicopter pilot James Evan Robinson. A handful of takeaways: According to the chief flight instructor for the operator, the purpose of the flight was to provide an orientation/pleasure flight to the…… MORE
Old Farmer’s Almanac Predicts Snowy Wintery Weather for North Texas
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has predicted a harsh weather for North Texas which will include snow. The 2018 Old Farmer’s Almanac which has been published since 1792 claims from late December to mid-February North Texas will experience a icy cold weather. However, it’s the opposite from (NOAA) National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Center, saying…… MORE
Starting This Weekend The Month Long Flea Market Begins
Hello Antique Shoppers!!!! It only happens twice a year, once in the Spring and again in the Fall. Over 100,000 people drive to this Massive Flea Market. More Story: HERE WHERE? In the rural communities of Warrenton, Round Top, Shelby, Carmine, Fayetteville, Oldenburg, and Rutersville. Miles of shopping with hundreds of Vendors set up antiques, decor,…… MORE
Target is Hiring 100,000 Seasonal Workers Nationwide and 6,000 in Texas
Target announced Wednesday they are hiring 100,000 seasonal workers across the U.S. and another 4,500 for its distribution and fulfillment centers. Head to a recruiting event and you could be hired on the spot. Posted by CNNMoney on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 What does that mean for DFW? 1,500 positions available in our area; 6,000 for…… MORE
This Week’s Wednesday Night “Checkin’ In” Facebook Live Session…
Had another FUN time chatting with you tonight! Thanks for joining me. We talked about (among other things) Last night’s Dustin Lynch show at Cowboys Red River for Hurricane Harvey relief (raised more than $25,000!), welcomed a “Newbie” to the “Wolfpack”, talked about the PURE COUNTRY 25th Anniversary Party (coming this Saturday), casually mentioned THE MARCONI AWARD 99.5 The Wolf had won, and MORE! Thank…… MORE
John Prine, Sturgill Simpson, Amanda Shires, Marty Stuart & More Win 2017 Americana Awards
The 2017 Americana Honors & Awards were held tonight (Sept. 13) at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. The ceremony is the centerpiece of Nashville’s Americana Fest (Sept. 12–17), which features almost 300 artists performing at different venues throughout Nashville. During tonight’s ceremony, Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to Van Morrison (Songwriter), Iris Dement (Trailblazer), Robert Cray (Performance),…… MORE
Your “Defy Superstition 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. Brought to you by Southern Junction in Rockwall. #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 post ’em on Facebook or Twitter (@995thewolfdfw @BillBowen995). And be sure to tune in weeknights at 9 when we count ’em down. 5.…… MORE
Dustin Lynch Hurricane Harvey Relief Concert
Thank you to everyone who came out to Cowboys Red River Tuesday, September 12th! Together we were able to make a difference and help those affected by Hurricane Harvey. With your help, we raised $25,750 for the American Red Cross Hurricane Harvey relief efforts. Here are some pictures from Dustin Lynch’s performance.… MORE
Lynn Anderson’s New Hall of Fame Exhibit Set to Open on Sept. 15
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum will explore the life and career of Lynn Anderson in a new exhibit, Lynn Anderson: Keep Me in Mind, which opens Sept. 15 and runs through June 2018. The daughter of accomplished songwriter Liz Anderson, Lynn seemed destined for stardom at an early age. She was born…… MORE
Social Media Roundup: Jon Pardi’s Luke Bryan Impression, Kane Brown’s Trip to Washington, Keith Urban’s Studio Time & More
If you don’t have time to comb through social media all day, here’s what you’ve been missing over the last 24 hours or so in the country music world: Jon Pardi does a spot-on impression of Luke Bryan on the Ty, Kelly & Chuck morning radio show. Kelsea Ballerini receives the best birthday gift. Keith…… 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…