When I’m not part of the end of your day, I’m keeping track of what’s going on in the world of racing. Local, NASCAR, Indy, dirt, etc. Also, I’m (what I want to call) an avid road biker. The seacoast has a ton of great riding, and I’m looking forward to getting back on these roads. That’s enough for here. Let’s connect! https://www.instagram.com/andyaustingram/ https://twitter.com/andyaustinmaine https://www.facebook.com/andy.austin1 https://www.strava.com/athletes/432495
Andy Austin
Contest: Name Maine’s New Hockey Team
After teasing on Tuesday, the new ECHL franchise in Portland has opened the naming of their team to the public.
Verso To Permanently Shut Down Paper Machine #3 In Jay
Verso Corporation announced this morning (Wednesday, July 19) it plans to permanently shut down paper machine #3 at its mill in Jay. The machine has been idle for most of the year.
Name Portland’s New Hockey Team
While we work through the swamp days of July, Maine hockey fans have something to look forward to this upcoming season, the fact there will BE one! After the Pirates moved out of state, officials have been looking for a replacement. They've found one in the ECHL.
The Bee Battle Is Back!
It's the return of B98.5's weekly face off. This is your chance to tell us what you think about two emerging songs, and shape the path of two potential hits. We'll play the winner back Friday at 5.
Runaway Truck Crashes In Augusta
A paper shredding truck accidentally shifted into gear while parked in downtown Augusta, sending it on a unmanned journey which eventually lead it to a wall.
Bad News For National Mac and Cheese Day
Today (July 14th) is National Mac And Cheese Day. First off, could there be a more poorly placed holiday? First, who wants a hot dish on a mid July day?
Babe Ruth League All-Star State Tournaments In Augusta
Two Babe Ruth All Star League Tournaments kick off today (July 14) in Augusta.
It’s National French Fry Day. Who Has The Best? [POLL]
July 13th, we celebrate one of the more summer'ish foods, French fried potatoes. Nah, let's be honest, they are fair game year round. The debate over who has the best likely depends on your fast food habits. I mean, SOME people can grab something at Burger King, and make a fry run to McDonalds, but doesn't that defeat the purpose of fast food?
Hear Tim McGraw Cover Rhinestone Cowboy
the 1970's, no one did pop country finer than Glen Campbell. The hits, the outfits, and the headlines. Minus the tabloid fodder, (well, he's sometimes a target) Tim McGraw has tread a similar path, and stayed near the top for close to 25 years. He and Faith Hill have taken their Soul To Soul tour on the road this year, and have brought along Charlie Worsham along for a few dates. You may remember
SPAM (the actual product, not your can) Turns 80
This is one you're either really excited about, or your gag reflex kicked in upon reading the headline. 80 years ago, the land of Spam began. Think company-sponsored competition doesn't work? Pfffft. The name Spam came from Ken Daigneau, who picked up the cool $100 bill Hormel put on the line for naming the product.
It’s Time To Stop Saying ‘Merica
It was cool for a while, cutesy, and yeah, I've been completely guilty. Somewhere along the line, we've removed the "a", and shortened nearly every patriotic thought/pic to simply "'merica," or worse "'murica." It's gotten entirely out of hand.
Maine In One Photo
It's the time of year where we earn our tag "Vacationland." People flock here to indulge in lobster, hike many of our trails, and bask in the sunshine on the rocky coast. Over the last few weeks, I've seen the hash #iliveinapostcard more than once. Yet, is the above what we're really known for? If you believe what's posted on iflymylife.com, the answer may shock you.
Suspicious Package Found In Lincoln
Over the weekend, authorities responded to a potential bomb scare. Sunday, the Damariscotta Fire Department responded to the Lincoln Health’s Miles Campus after receiving a report of a suspicious package found outside the hospital, according to Fire Chief John Roberts.
Titles Arriving On Netflix This Weekend
The 4th Of July forecast is a little iffy in places. So, if you find yourself with a few indoor hours, Netflix has a list of items which are headed to the streaming service this long weekend. Here are some of the highlights:
My New Respect For Acting
This isn't to say there will be not be any future jokes about the acting capabilities of Dane Cook. However, when you can't act your way out of a paper bag, you shouldn't exactly throw stones. It's easy to sit on the sidelines and Nelson Muntz point and laugh. Yet, remembering lines and trying to get it right is a LOT harder than you think.
Is It Too Loud In Downtown Hallowell?
This summer, downtown Hallowell is bustling with...noise. The condensed area downtown has been a cause for concern, and now the City Council will hold a public hearing to talk about changing a noise ordinance to allow outdoor music on Water Street past 9 p.m. during city-sanctioned events, including Old Hallowell Day.