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Tonight, there's a record Powerball drawing, and we spent a decent chunk of time fielding calls about what people would do with the money. When Sarah asked me, I sputtered for an answer. See, I hadn't given it much thought, as I don't play the lottery. ...

When it comes to our first and middle names, we're all at the will of our parents. Sometimes, this is unfortunate, as in the case of baby hashtag. Parents also have timed their newborns to enter the world as the first baby of the year. Baby Eclipse is a combination of the two...

Amanda Charlton Herbert, 26 of Poland, Maine, is going to be involved in what has been called one of the toughest horse races in the world. Herbert is on her way to Asia as just one of eight Americans who have been selected to compete in the Mongolian Derby.

Portland’s new hockey team is coming together. Recently, the team, which will play out of the city’s Cross Insurance Arena opened up their website for name suggestions. Well, it looks like there are five finalists.   Mariners (also the name of Portland’s original pro hockey team) Watchmen (decent, but semi creepy) Wild Blueberries (now really, WHO submitted this one?) ...

August 16th, 1977, the King of Rock 'n' Roll passed away at the age of 42. His concert in Portland for the 17th was sold out, and was to be Elvis's next stop. Sadly, a heart attack tragically took his life. He spent the morning going over details of the tour and was to fly out that afternoon. Elvis had been off the road for about six weeks, playing his final show in Indianapolis on June 26th. Read

Can anyone stop Cody Jinks? The Texas singer destroyed Walker Hayes by 95%. With one more week before retirement, he faces a new challenger. This week, the "I'm Not The Devil" singer (who plays Bristol Motor Speedway this weekend) takes on former American Idol Scotty McCreery. The singer, with Maine ties, brings out his new song "Five More Minutes." It's a song he wrote for his

"The Legit Boss" Sasha Banks and the WWE are gearing up for Saturday at the Augusta Civic Center, a card which includes a rare Maine appearance from John Cena. It's Summerslam!

  An artist's third record is usually where they get to make their first real statement.The first album is either heavy handed by the record label or, something they took their pre fame life to make. If that one takes off, they are rushed into the studio to capitalize on the success. Many times, the second record sticks with the first's formula. By the third, they've had time to breathe, and say &

Nashville Predators captain Mike Fisher is hanging up his skates before the next NHL season. Earlier today, he announced in a column "This is the hardest decision I've ever had to make, but I know I've made the right one. I've decided to retire from the NHL."

Country star John Anderson had to cancel his appearance at the Main Street Music Festival in Alabama due to a serious medical issue. A statement said he would be under the care and direct supervision of a Nashville doctor. On theboot.com the statement continued to say they are hopeful he will begin to healing soon. Craig Morgan stepped in for Anderson.

After winning the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest on July 4th at Coney Island, New York, eating champion Joey Chestnut did it again.

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.

The Pittston Fair is this weekend July 20th-23rd. The Pittston Fair is known as Maine’s Friendliest Fair.

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

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: