Andy Capwell
Two Augusta Restaurants Get National Recognition
The website movoto.com recently did a blog on '15 Restaurants In Maine That Will Blow Your Taste Buds Out Of Your Mouth'. Two of the restaurants on their list are right here in Augusta!
Bee Battle: Chris Young Versus Gary Allan
Chris Young is no stranger to the Bee Battle Hall of Fame. His duet with Cassadee Pope 'Think Of You' is one of three songs in our Bee Battle Hall of Fame. This past week Chris Young won over Cassadee Pope and he'll go for win three this week.
Grocery Store Pet Peeves
I might be the exception to the rule to this one but I love to go grocery shopping! I enjoy the in-store music, the free samples, comparing prices and getting a great deal. I got to talking with Sarah on the morning buzz about our pet peeves while grocery shopping. Sarah's husband doesn't like it when she husks the corn on the cob right in the store!
The Ten Most Liberal Cities In Maine
When it comes to politics, the old saying is 'As Maine Goes, So Goes The Nation'. Maine is very unique, we have a republican governor and democratic congress and republican state senate. Maine's two U.S. senators and two U.S. Congressional members are split, one republican and one democrat.
Things You Won’t Find In Today’s Playgrounds
When I was growing up in Auburn, we would often go to Pettingill Park and spend hours upon hours in the public playground. This past weekend, I went to a local playground with my friend and his young son and it dawned on my how much they have changed.
Maine Gas Prices Now Below The National Average
Maine's gas prices were slightly higher this week, less than a half cent per gallon, for a statewide average of $2.377 per gallon. However, gas prices national were up just over two cents per gallon for a national average of $2.389 per gallon. This is the first time in many months that Maine's gas prices are below the national average.
Things You Are Sure To Find In Almost Every Maine Home
One of my favorite websites, onlyinyourstate.com, recently did a story called the '15 Undeniable Things You'll Find In Every Maine Home'. That got me thinking that we can use there story as a launching pad and have you add things to the list.
Free Admission To Most Maine State Parks On Father’s Day
Spend a great day with Dad and the entire family on Sunday, June 19th, Father's Day. Most Maine State Parks will have free admission on Father's Day.
The Best and Worst States For Summer Road Trips
WalletHub.com took a look at the best and worst states for taking a summer road trip. It's that time of the year, when the family hits the road to head to the beach or the amusement park. About 85 percent of Americans are planning a summer vacation and nearly 90 percent of them will be behind the wheel.
Where You Can Pick Your Own Strawberries In Maine
Strawberry season is Maine is short and sweet! It starts mid to late June and last into the first part of July. So as the kids get out of school for the summer, you might want to take the whole family to do some strawberry picking! Here's a guide of area farms where you can pick your own strawberries.
Acadia National Park Is Currently Number 1!
2016 marks the centennial anniversary of the National Park Service and our national parks are a great summer family vacation. Fourth graders across the country can get a free park to access the entire park system for a year, part of the Kid in a Park program. Many national parks are offering special programs for kids of all ages.
Free Cruises Along The Kennebec River
You can take a cruise along the Kennebec River for free this Thursday through Saturday. Maine Water Tours, Inc. is considering a local river transportation and cruise service that may include a water shuttle between Gardiner, Hallowell and Augusta, sunset and happy hour cruises, other scenic cruises and private charters.
Bee Battle: Chris Young Versus Cassadee Pope
The latest Bee Battle had Chris Young being crowned as our new champion! His new song 'Sober Saturday Night' won over Craig Morgan's new song 'I'll Be Home Soon'. This week Chris Young will take on his former duet partner Cassadee Pope and her new song 'Summer'.
See Video Of The City Of Waterville From 1700 to 1900
I found a video on YouTube of a video montage of the city of Waterville, Maine from the years 1700 through 1900. Some places are instantly recognizable, like the Waterville Opera House and Main Street.
Win Toby Keith Concert Tickets This Week On B98.5
The Machias Savings Bank Summer Concert Series is underway and B98.5 is your country concert connection! This week we have tickets to see Toby Keith on July 21st at the Darling's Waterfront Pavilion in Bangor.
Cadillac Mountain Is Up For Best National Park Location For Sunrises And Sunsets
USA Today has a series called USA Today Top 10, the 10Best editors and National park Foundation have nominated twenty of the best national park locales from across the country to viewing a sunrise or sunset.