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
Bee Battle: Lauren Alaina Vs. Dan + Shay
Lauren Alaina fans gave their star a HUGE week. Thousands of votes poured in for her latest, "Doin' Fine.
BREAKING: Randy Houser To Headline Oxford Fair
After the tragic death of Troy Gentry last Friday, the Oxford Fair were scrambling for a headliner. Well, Randy Houser to the rescue. According to WCSH 6, the Like A Cowboy singer will play on Saturday in place of Montgomery Gentry.
More details to follow...
Win Tickets To NASCAR’s Playoffs
NASCAR has kicked their season into high gear, and it roars into New Hampshire Motor Speedway September 24. We have your tickets! 16 drivers are in the hunt for the championship, and they'll fight it out for 300 laps.
Here's how you win: listen for Randy and Sarah to play NASCAR Math during the Morning Buzz, and Andy Austin will throw you some NASCAR Trivia each afternoon...
The Best Foliage In Maine This Weekend
According to Maine Fall Foliage's Twitter profile, the Allagash leads the way. Even their numbers are fairly low, and run about 10-30%. You'll witness a similar scene running up through Houlton and Presque Isle. The rest of Maine is still in the 0-10% range.
Many Washington County Verizon Customers Will Have To Switch Carriers
According to the Bangor Daily News, 2,000 Verizon customers have received letters concerning their service. If they want to retain their phone numbers, they will have to switch to a competing wireless service by October 17th.
The Old Winthrop Street Bridge Is No More
Last Tuesday, the Winthrop Street Bridge, which crosses the Maine Turnpike was closed for good. This project is a complete rebuild, as the regular structure is to be replaced. In fact, the old bridge has already been removed. This will be a quick turnaround, as the project is using Accelerated Bridge Construction to shorten the renovation to 55 days (down from the usual 150) According to a report
Andy Goes 0 for 16 in Week 1 of Pick ‘Em
This year, we're giving you the chance at $10,000 with Pro Football Pick 'Em. Think it's too late to join in? Afraid you'll be stuck in the basement for the remainder of the season? Well, let's just say you're going to have a hard time staying in the back, as long as I'm around. You see, in week 1, I didn't pick a single game correctly.
Bee Battle: Lauren Alaina Vs Chris Stapleton
Last week, Lauren decimated High Valley with a victory in the 95% range. This week, current country king Chris Stapleton relaunches the first single off "From A Room: Volume 1" titled Broken Halos. Halos took a back seat when "Either Way" was pushed to country radio upon the album's release...
Is Chivalry (At The Pump) Dead?
Last weekend, I came across something which seems like it's a disturbing trend. If once is an accident, twice is a coincidence, three is most certainly a trend. When did it become socially acceptable for guys to sit in the passenger seat, scrolling FB or Snapping, while the lady in their life pumps the gas?
The B 98.5 App Is Here
There's plenty of amazing reasons to connect with us via the new app.
I.T. Shows Us Again Why He Is All Class
While the Patriots season starts tomorrow, and the Sox race towards the playoffs, (scandals in tow) the Boston Celtics have stolen (without the use of Apple watches) their share of headlines in their off season. A surprisingly quick blockbuster trade took the team's star player, Isaiah Thomas, from the lineup, and shuttered him off to Cleveland.
Was Andy Being Cheap or Frugal?
The difference between being cheap, and frugal has long been correlated with the number of zeros in your bank account. Unfairly, if you ask me.
Their definitions are quite a bit different.Cheap is defined as "costing very little; relatively low in price; inexpensive:" Where frugal is considered "economical in use or expenditure; prudently saving or sparing; not wasteful...
Bee Battle: High Valley Vs. Lauren Alaina
After a week off, the Bee Battle is back! High Valley picked up the most recent win. This week, the duo from Alaska take on former American Idol contestant Lauren Alaina. In 2017, Lauren's had her biggest year yet with the success of Road Less Traveled, and her duet with Kane Brown "What If's."
Who Has The Best Cheese Pizza In Central Maine?
Today (Sept. 5) is National Cheese Pizza Day. Of all the 'national days,' this is one I'm where 100% on board. It's perfectly aligned with the first day off a long weekend. Everyone's exhausted, out of sync, and doesn't want to cook.
Another Reason To Appreciate
A few weeks ago, I wrote about my 25th anniversary in broadcasting. In that piece, there was a part about the special people you meet, and how they aren't the ones with their name on the marquee. Allow me to expand on that.
Friday, we had a remote over at Tobey's Grocery...
Acadia Park Is Free Today
The National Park Service is celebrating their 101'st birthday today. The party they are throwing includes YOU! Today only, guest are admitted onto the grounds of any national park for free. After all, it's a great day for a day trip over to Acadia...