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Zeptember
Keep rockin out to 96.1FM!! Power 96 will be playing 3 Led Zeppelin tunes in a row 3 times a day Monday through Friday the entire month of September!
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2011 Austin Home & Vacation Show
"CALL NOW and ask about our 10% EARLY BIRD EXHIBITOR DISCOUNT only offered until SEPT 30th for the March 18-20,2011 event!! (507) 373-9600"
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Backyard BBQ Winner
Congratulations to Wanda Schisel...she was the big winner of the Backyard BBQ party giveaway. Pictured here is Diane (Wanda's mother) with Ron Hunter...she picked up the winnings. A huge thank you goes out to all the sponsors that made this possible: Trading Post, Inject Tech Diesel Serive, Clarks Grove Hardware, Jordahl Meats, Manpower, Albert Lea Seedhouse, Bell Liquor, Farmers Insurance Group agent Shelly Gold, Mrs. Gerry's Salads, Plymouth Shoes, M&S Outdoor Equipment, Troy Thompson Agency, Freeborn Lumber Company, Johnson Floral, Wal-Mart of Austin & Power 96.
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Listener Response
"Power 96 heard worldwide. Song requests from around the world. Saluting all of the American soldiers fighting for our freedom! Skynyrd...it's the least we could do! Sweet Dreams John." Click on the link below to see John's request and response.
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Minnesota Vikings
Power 96 is thee place to tune in to the Minnesota Vikings games on 96.1 FM. Click on the link below for the complete Vikings schedule and to view pictures of the Minnesota Vikings in action at training camp.
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SHERIFFS DEBATE 2010
THE SHERIFFS DEBATE 2010 TOOK PLACE WEDNESDAY JULY 21 2010 LIVE FROM OUR STUDIO'S. LISTEN FOR NEWS UPDATES AND THE LIVE ELECTION COVERAGE COMING SOON.
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Way to go Knights 12AA Baseball Team!
A check for $330 was presented to the KNIGHTS 12AA Baseball Team going to the 2010 Little League World Series in Kansas. This check was raised from a portion of sales for "Good Luck Knights Messages" that aired on POWER 96 & KQAQ 970 AM. Presenting the check is Stations GM-Anna Rahn (right), and Sales Rep-Sindi Fulton (left).
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Austin Bruins Hockey Apparel
You can bid on sweatshirts, t-shirts and hats from the Austin Bruins Hockey team Tuesdays on the Amazing Power 96 Radio Auction from 10-11am. Their all available right here at the radio station. The value of the sweatshirts is $30 and t-shirts & hats are valued at $15. Call in numbers for the auction are 507-373-9401 or 1-866-835-9696.
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Handing over the Key
"POWER 96 & KQAQ 970 AM made investments in Generators to ensure we're always there, and New Technology to easily access/simulcast on both stations in the interest of Public Safety and now handed over the keys to their Studios to Police Chief Dwaine Winkels & Sheriff Mark Harig allowing capability to alert/inform the public in the event of disaster or tragedy. Of course, our staff will continue providing the best Severe Weather/Disaster Coverage."
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Kids Karaoke Contest
McDonald's & Power 96 partnered on a kid's karaoke contest. Congrats to 10 year old Lillie Nielsen who was the 1st place winner! Pictured here with Don Throlson of Power 96 & Amanda Harris of McDonald's.
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Kids Karaoke Contest
McDonald's & Power 96 partnered on a kid's karaoke contest. Congrats to 12 year old Nicole Edon who was the 2nd place winner! Pictured here with Don Throlson of Power 96 & Amanda Harris of McDonald's.
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Kids Karaoke Contest
McDonald's & Power 96 partnered on a kid's karaoke contest. Congrats to 9 year old Charley Fleek who was the 3rd place winner! Pictured here with Don Throlson of Power 96 & Amanda Harris of McDonald's.
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Kids Karaoke Contest
McDonald's & Power 96 partnered on a kid's karaoke contest. Congrats to 11 year old Angela Bixby who was the 4th place winner! Pictured here with Don Throlson of Power 96 & Amanda Harris of McDonald's.
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Hometown Broadcasting at the Austin & Albert Lea's Memorial Day Parades
Memorial Day Parades were observed in Austin And Albert Lea & KQPR and KQAQ were there.
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2010 Senior Nights
Seniors from the surrounding schools had a blast again for the 8th annual Senior Nights. We would like to thank Krieger Beverage for the Monster Energy drinks, Trails Restaurant for the chicken & mashed potatoes, Cold Stone Creamery for the ice cream & thanks to all the businesses that sponsored senior nights. You can view photos of the seniors by clicking on the link below.
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2010 MN Duck Stamp
Bid on this 2010 MN Duck Stamp artist proof by the fine artist Mark Kness. It's framed w/1 mint stamp & 1 signed mint stamp. There's only 100 in existance & only 25 available to the general public. Retail value is $297. Bid Tuesday mornings from 10-11am on the amazing Power 96 radio auction. Call in numbers are 507-373-9401 or 1-866-835-9696.
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McCafe'd
"We McCafe'd Susie Peterson day with 4 FREE McDonald's new McCafe Frappe's on the JP2 program! Be listening to Jay Paul in the morning for your cue to win your FREE McDonald's McCafe Frappe's!"
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Fuller Vacuum
You can bid on this Fuller Vacuum Cleaner Tuesday's on the Amazing Power 96 Radio Auction from 10-11am. Retail price is $400. Call in numbers for the auction are 507-373-9401 or 1-866-835-9696.
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Moondance Jam Winner
Congratulations to GeDee Engebretson! She was the winner of the VIP ticket to go to Moondance Jam in Walker, MN July 15th-July 17th.
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Racing Rocks!
"RACING ROCKS, hosted by Riki Rachtman, airs every Sunday from 6am-8am. Amazing Nextel Cup Racing coverage."
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The Acoustic Storm
Every Sunday morning from 8am-10am, unplug with The Acoustic Storm and the best variety of acoustic-based rock. With an emphasis on acoustic guitar-driven songs, Jeff Parets presents the full spectrum of acoustic rock, including rarely heard "unplugged" versions of classic tunes in their purest form. Each week, the show spotlights an artist in "The Eye of The Storm" with music, bio information and sound bites. To visit The Storm's home page just click on the link below.
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The Beatles Revolution
Listen every Sunday on Power 96 to The Beatles Revolution Radio Show from 5pm to 7pm Central time.
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The Rockin 70's Radio Show
Listen every Sunday on Power 96 to The Rockin' 70's Radio Show from 7pm to 9pm Central time.
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The Rockin 80's Radio Show
Listen every Sunday on Power 96 to The Rockin' 80's Radio Show with Host & Producer-Zander from 9pm to 11pm Central time. To visit The Rockin' 80's website just click on the link below.
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Support Our Troops
Employees from Power 96 & KQAQ 970AM were present for the breakfast that was held at the Armory March 31st to initiate interest and support to make Albert Lea or Freeborn county one of the 1st Yellow Ribbon Communites showing support for military families.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Tom Vega, he won dinner & show for two people to the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre at the 2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Ron Simon, he won a 3 day/2 night stay at Village West Resort in Okoboji at the 2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Randy Hanko, he won the Big Green Egg Grill from Morris Furniture at the 2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Mike Koch, he won an Energy Star Fisher Paykel washer & dryer from Sears at the 2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Michael Weinmann, he won $250 cash at the 2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Lois Meier, she won $250 cash at the 2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Leroy Meier, he won a one night stay at Graves 601 hotel in Minneapolis at the 2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to John Drees, he won a 3 day/2 night stay at Village West Resort in Okoboji at the 2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Jerry Laskewitz, he won $250 cash at the 2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Diana Johnson, she won dinner & show for two people to the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre at the 2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Dan Whelan, he won a Heat & Glo Slim Line gas fireplace from Haley Comfort Systems at the 2010 Austin Home and Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the home show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Bill Mclain, he won 3 nights lodging with breakfast in a 3 bedroom cabin that sleeps 6 at Ballards Resort in Lake of the Woods at the 2010 Austin Home and Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show Winner
Congratulations to Amie Hoesino, she won a 3 day/2 night stay at Village West Resort in Okoboji at the 2010 Austin Home & Vacation Show. You can view all the pictures taken at the Home Show by clicking on the link below.
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Coldstone Creamery/Trails TA Birthday Show
"Wish your Friends & Family a Happy Birthday on the Coldstone Creamery/Trails TA BIRTHDAY SHOW ! Just email wishes to kqpr@power96rocker.com, call in to 507-373-9600, or stop in and fill out a Birthday Show wish form! There's a daily Prize Winner."
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He's a racing rock star!
"Owner Greg Jensen drives the Power 96 A Modified at Deercreek Speedway and
made the Top 5 in 2009! Way to go boss!"
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Large Business of the Year 2009
"KQPR 96.1FM & KQAQ 970AM was honored with the Albert Lea Chamber LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2009. Greg Jensen and Anna Rahn accepting the award."
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Mankato's Rhapsody Music
Be sure to tune in every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 11:50am and 5:50pm for Mankato's Rhapsody Music dining, entertainment and shopping calendar. You'll hear information about special events, entertainment, lunch & dinner specials, new products and in-store deals. Visit the Rhapsody Music website by clicking on the link below
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RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Tune in every Wednesday at 11:20am for the simple recipe of the week with Jim Pilgrim. The simple recipe of the week is brought to you by Morris Furniture. To view a printable version of the recipe simply click on the link below.
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Power 96 Severe Weather Coverage
MN & IA WEATHER CAN BE QUITE UNPREDICTABLE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, and CAN CHANGE QUICKLY. …….In the event of severe weather conditions, tune to 96.1 FM for thee best severe weather coverage in the area! You'll get up to the minute conditions on location & severity, along with safety reminders for your family! 96.1 FM has the most up-to-date training and equipment….and works side by side with KIMT’s Storm Team 3, local law enforcement, AND SPOTTERS during severe weather conditions and we have generators to ensure even during power outages - we're here for you!
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J P Squared
Tune in to Power 96.1 every Friday morning from 9am-10am and listen to Jim Pilgrim and Jay Paul on the J P Squared show.
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