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Sep 27, 2023
Joplin Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States. In Missouri alone, there are more than 120,000 people living with Alzheimer’s and more than 319,000 family members and friends caring for them. Classic Hits 93.9 is a proud partner of the annual Joplin Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Saturday, October 14th. The group … Continue reading Joplin Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Sep 26, 2023
Classic Hits 93.9 Tower Update
Classic Hits 93.9 was struck by lightning back in May. This caused damage to our tower resulting in a reduced broadcast signal. Tower repairs are underway. Here is how you can listen while our radio signal is at low power.
Sep 25, 2023
FEMA-FCC Emergency Alert Test Coming
FEMA and the Federal Communications Commission, will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts at approximately 1:20 p.m. CT on Wednesday, Oct. 4. Test messages will go to radios, cell phones and televisions. More about what you need to know HERE! Photo by Firmbee.com on Unsplash
Sep 25, 2023
Missouri Wines Photo Contest
The Missouri Department of Agriculture is inviting all photographers, regardless of experience level, to participate in the annual photo contest, Through the Glass. Images submitted can reflect any part of Missouri wine country. Click HERE for the rules and entry form. Photo by 🇨🇭 Marcel Gross | @marcelgross.ch on Unsplash
Sep 22, 2023
Worlds Largest Toothpaste Collection
Would you brush your teeth with wasabi or whisky? A Georgia dentist earned a Guinness World Records title for his collection of toothpaste tubes, with many unique flavors. Read about it HERE! Photo by Chris Slupski on Unsplash
Sep 21, 2023
This Commercial Cancelled Madonna
Who remembers the controversy over Madonna’s “Like A Prayer” video? Pepsi built an adverting campaign featuring the song, and pulled the commercial so it would never see the light of day. UNTIL NOW! View it HERE! Photo by Kathryn Osygus on Unsplash
Sep 21, 2023
Kansas Is Hiring
Looking for a job? The State of Kansas Agencies Virtual Job Fair from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 27. Register in advance HERE! Photo by Cytonn Photography on Unsplash
Sep 21, 2023
Kraft Cheese Singles Recall
Kraft Heinz is announcing a voluntary recall of approximately 83,800 cases of individually-wrapped Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices which potentially cause a gagging or choking hazard. Find the cheese that you need to remove from your home HERE!
Sep 19, 2023
Today is Talk Like A Pirate Day
Ahoy ye scurvy dogs! Today be “Talk Like A Pirate Day!” If ye dern’t be knowin’ how, ye can find help HERE! Now, how many leagues to the tavern? We be needin’ to swill a pint or two of grog!
Sep 18, 2023
2023 IG Nobel Awards Winners
Every year, the IG Nobel Awards celebrate the silly side of science. Read about some of the more questionable scientific studies from the past year HERE! Photo by Jane Almon on Unsplash
Sep 17, 2023
POW/MIA Recognition Day
Monday, September 18, is POW/MIA Day. We salute those that made it home, and remember the more than 80,000 American service personnel still missing from previous conflicts. It is estimated that the remains of more than 38,000 of those still missing are recoverable. Details on the process and what you can do to help can … Continue reading POW/MIA Recognition Day
Sep 15, 2023
Happy birthday Tommy Lee Jones
The Oscar winning actor turns 77 today. Before winning that Oscar, he played the role of “Paul, the real estate novelist” in Billy Joel’s video for “Piano Man.” (He shows up around the 2:42 mark.) Check it out here: Piano Man by Billy Joel Photo courtesy of: imdb.com