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How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

April VIP Winners Announced

Townsquare Media — Tue, 07 May 2013 19:01:06 +0000

Congratulations to the most recent winners in our VIP program! Sony Handycam - Rob Lahti iPad 3 - Kim Granzotto $500 Marriott Hotels gift card - Jessica Fasburg Cuisinart Grill - Jim Schlidt $250 Bass Pro Shops gift card - Gloria Lynn Xbox 360 Spring Value Bundle - Vincent Mahfood $100 Home Depot gift card - [...]

Orb Storms From Back of the Pack to Win Kentucky Derby

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 04 May 2013 23:55:58 +0000

Orb has won the 139th Kentucky Derby on Saturday. The 5-1 favorite pulled ahead down the stretch on a muddy course after several other horses, including Verrazano, Falling Sky and Palace Malice each took turns claiming the lead. At one point, Orb was in 15th place before eventually making its move. Down the stretch Normandy [...]

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Townsquare Media — Wed, 01 May 2013 09:00:53 +0000

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Officials Say 12 Bodies Recovered at Texas Fertilizer Blast Site

Stephanie McMaster — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:46:53 +0000

The bodies of 12 people have been recovered from the site of the fertilizer plant explosion in West, Texas, officials said on Friday. Texas Department of Public Safety Sgt. Jason Reyes said during a press conference that it was “with a heavy heart” that he reported 12 bodies had been recovered. Identities were not immediately [...]

Gunman Dead After Holding Five Firefighters Hostage in Georgia

Joe Hyer — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 22:04:04 +0000

The man who held five firefighters hostage in Suwanee, Ga. earlier on Wednesday has been shot and killed by SWAT members. Four hostages are slightly injured, but authorities say they should be OK. The firefighters were originally called to the residence in Suwanee, Ga. Wednesday afternoon by a man who said he was having a [...]

Results from our 2013 Bracket Challenge

Eric Meier — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:41:29 +0000

Thank you for playing the 2013 Basketball Bracket Challenge. The contest has now closed. Louisville won the big game and here in Central New York we say congratulations to Trevor from Rome who won $150 in VW Gear from VW of Rome. This year’s contest came down to a tie breaker between our top two [...]

Rutgers Athletic Director Tim Pernetti Is Rumored To Be Let Go Following The Firing Of Head Coach Mike Rice

Kristine Bellino — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 16:39:42 +0000

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is holding a press conference this afternoon and is expected to announced that Athletic Director Tim Pernetti is being let go. Multiple news agencies are reporting that an official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, confirmed to the Associated Press earlier today that the decision would be made [...]

March VIP Winners Announced

Townsquare Media — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:34:34 +0000

Congratulations to the most recent winners in our VIP program! $100 Outback Steakhouse gift card - Clint Williams $100 Applebee’s Restaurant gift card - Allan Lusty $100 Petco Gift Card - Tom McMahon iPad 3 - John Sensney GoPro Headcam - Corey Binfet LG 42″ HDTV - Jerry Rankin Who will win next? Our VIP [...]

Time to Complete Your NCAA Tournament Bracket – You Could Win a Million Dollars

Chris Kissel — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 19:12:37 +0000

Thank you for registering for our NCAA Tournament Bracket Challenge! Now that the field has been announced, it's time to fill out your bracket.

So, who ya got? To complete your bracket, go here. Remember: The best b

February VIP Winners Announced

Townsquare Media — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:47:43 +0000

Congratulations to the most recent winners in our VIP program! Monster DNA Headphones – Gary Hawes iPod Touch – Erich Gruber Keurig Home Brewer – Mike Deily $250 Travelocity Gift Card – Cindy Grimaldo $250 Walmart Gift Card – Andy Mckelvey $50 Subway Gift Card – Dawn Wheeler $100 Game Stop Gift Card – Angela [...]

Best Bars And Pubs In Utica For Drinking On St. Patrick's Day

Keith James — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 18:48:42 +0000

You can drink by yourself on St. Patrick's Day (totally not fun) or at a house party (marginally fun) but what about mixing it up with friends and strangers alike at a bar DEDICATED to all things Irish and GREEN? You can go anywhere in and around Utica to celebrate, but here's our Top 7 pubs and bars that you simply MUST visit and knock back a Guinness or two or... !!

5 Surprising Facts About St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:17:15 +0000

You may know St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital was founded with the specific goal of curing cancer in children, but there’s probably a whole lot more about it you don’t know. A longtime leader in the field of childhood cancer treatment, St. Jude remains dedicated to its cause and has helped thousands of kids. However, [...]

Hunter Hayes On Love and Romance

Matt Herkimer — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 20:56:15 +0000

Hunter Hayes may look 15 but he's actually 21 years old and like most men his age he thinks of love and romance and finding that perfect girl someday. With two mega hits on his resume already--"Wanted" and "Somebody's Heartbreak"--the Taste of Country Music Festival star recently sat down with "Seventeen" magazine and described the kind of young lady he's be interested in meeting.

January VIP Winners Announced

Townsquare Media — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:16:36 +0000

Congratulations to the most recent winners in the VIP Program. Samsung 40″ TV – Gary Shultz Kindle Paperwhite – Marlys Lawrence $100 Target gift card – Jolie Williams $250 cash – Vicki Wood Garmin GPS – Lee Zindler Xbox 360 w/ Nike bundle – Val Stinger Samsungy Galaxy Tab – Sherri Falcone $100 Lowe’s gift [...]

2013 Taste of Country Music Festival Lineup Profile: Trace Adkins

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:00:50 +0000

Trace Adkins is certain to be one of the fan favorites at the just-announced Taste of Country Music Festival. The rough-hewn country star with a heart of gold is a favorite of both men and women due to his mix of hardcore country rock anthems and tender ballads.

2013 Taste of Country Music Festival Lineup Profile: Willie Nelson and Family

Billy Dukes — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 21:00:54 +0000

Experiencing Willie Nelson live is a bucket list item for any true country fan. The legendary hitmaker and songwriter will release a new album in 2013, and will once again hit the road with his family band to bring real country music to fans across America. This June, Willie Nelson and Family will headline the Taste of Country Music Festival at Hunter Mountain in New York.

2013 Taste of Country Music Festival Lineup Profile: Lady Antebellum

Billy Dukes — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 17:30:25 +0000

Lady Antebellum is one of the scheduled headliners at the first-ever Taste of Country Music Festival at Hunter Mountain in New York this June. The June 13-15 country music celebration features over a dozen of the biggest names from Nashville at a scenic venue just two hours from New York City. When they take the stage, Lady A will be bringing new music and their catalog of hits.

Taste of Country Music Festival Early Bird Tickets on Sale Now

Townsquare Media — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 20:43:59 +0000

Early Bird tickets to the Taste of Country Music Festival at Hunter Mountain are on sale now. Three-day passes to the festival headlined by Lady Antebellum and Willie Nelson & Family start at just $120! Get your tickets at TasteofCountryFestival.com. We’re ecstatic to welcome a long list of country stars and legends to Hunter Mountain, [...]

Announcing the Inaugural Taste of Country Music Festival at Hunter Mountain

Taste of Country Staff — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:58:09 +0000

Over a dozen of country music's biggest stars will call Hunter Mountain home for three days this June. The inaugural Taste of Country Music Festival is three days of music and camping in the Catskill Mountains of New York, with Lady Antebellum, Willie Nelson, Trace Adkins and Hunter Hayes among the first confirmed acts.