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11/26/2024

Join our Ho Ho Holiday Dream job! Applications for the Chief of Cheer open soon. Stay tuned for updates and exciting holiday opportunities.

11/22/2024

The FDA and CDC announced an outbreak investigation into E. coli infections linked to organic whole and baby carrots from Grimmway Farms following a voluntary recall by the company. Here is the list of recalled products, which were sold at several popular grocery stores.

11/20/2024

Miller Lite is releasing a limited-edition "YuleLager," which they describe as a "digital, beer-pouring fireplace." It's basically a piece of "furniture" and doesn't connect with an actual fireplace. It includes a custom LED screen that makes it look like you've got a real fire going, along with a custom audio track of crackling fire.

11/20/2024

Drive careful out there! snow and strong winds in the forecast through tomorrow. Light snow continuing along the ND/SD border through this evening, expanding over northeastern SD and west central MN overnight through tomorrow. How much snow? 3-7 inches possible over and along the Prairiie Coteau. Stay safe!

11/12/2024

Great to see Captain Dennis of the Salvation Army in studio this week! We're teaming up with the Salvation Army of Watertown to Fill The Van! The Power 106.3 & Star 98.1 van is out and about at HyVee this holiday season. We’re asking shoppers to donate non-perishable food items which will be distributed by the Salvation Army to families in need in our community this holiday season. THANK YOU to everyone who has already donated and helped us help needy folks in our community.

11/11/2024

To all Veterans and active duty servicemen and women in the listening area and across America, THANK YOU for your service from all of us at Star 98.1.

11/07/2024

We've got the van on location now at HyVee in Watertown this holiday season and we need your help. We're looking to FILL the van with non-perishable food items for the Salvation Army, so they can distribute to families in need in our community this holiday season. Every little bit helps! You can also find a list of needed items and other details now at HyVee.

10/30/2024

The grand finale for our prizeboard promotion is this Friday so get out there and buy those squares!

Keep an eye out for our Pinktober prizeboards! Through September and October, buy one or more squares for your chance to win awesome prizes from our local Pinktober partners AND raise money for our friends at Codington County Cares Cancer Foundation. We're proud to once again team up with area businesses to give back to such a wonderful local organization. Thank you in advance for helping us out!

10/30/2024

👻𝕹𝖔 𝕿𝖗𝖎𝖈𝖐𝖘, 𝕵𝖚𝖘𝖙 𝕿𝖗𝖊𝖆𝖙𝖘. 𝕰𝖝𝖙𝖗𝖆 15% 𝕺𝖋𝖋 𝕿𝖔𝖉𝖆𝖞 𝕺𝖓𝖑𝖞!🍬
We've brewed up some spooktacular savings that we just can't keep under wraps! Today only, enjoy an extra 15% off your entire order, no code needed. Whether you're treating your broom-mate to a fun night out or planning a fang-tastic meal with your ghoul-friend, our discounted gift certificates will make this Halloween week even sweeter. But hurry—this sale disappears at midnight! Witching you lots of savings.
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10/25/2024

Special guests in studio today, Melanie and Robin from the Town Players, the hosts of the upcoming Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon! It's a hilarious over the top comedy performance coming to the Town Players this holiday season. Performances run November 20th through the 24th and discount Town Players tickets are available now via Big Deals at MyStar981.com.

10/24/2024

Always great to see Mike from Watertown Confectionery, answering some of our wine questions! Igloo, a seasinal spiced dessert wine is the Ghost Town Winery Wine of the Month in November at Watertown Confectionery. Just in time for the holidays!

10/24/2024

Tune in tonight for our Featured Game of the Week as Hamlin takes on Waubay/Summit in the postseason here on Star 98.1! Catch the game with Joel & Brett tonight at 7, pregame at 6:45, on Star 98.1, streaming at MyStar981.com, and the 605 Radio App!

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10/23/2024

Another awesome tip from John Tesh! Hear John Tesh tonight at 7pm on Star 98.1!

This one is always a win/win! Have a great day and go out there and do something good! God bless - John

10/23/2024

😲𝗪𝗢𝗪 𝘿𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙨 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝘾𝙖𝙣'𝙩 𝙈𝙞𝙨𝙨😮
Get ready to be WOWed! Our WOW deals bring you unbeatable savings on gift certificates to your favorite local businesses -- available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Whether you're hunting for a last-minute gift or treating yourself to something special, you can shop anytime and score amazing discounts on local goods and services. And the best part? These deals are just a click away, no matter when you shop!
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10/22/2024

Special guest in studio today, Tori from Codington County Cares Cancer Foundation stopped by to talk to us as we near the grand finale of our promotion! At the end of October, we'll find out who all our winners are, so you still have a few days to get out and buy those squares! Buy one or more squares for just five dollars from participating businesses. That money goes to Codington County Cares, and YOU will be entered to win an awesome prize form the business where you donated. Find prizeboards now at Angels Attic Thrift Store, Cloud 9 Bar and Grill, Mainstream Realty, Kandi’s Adult Gifts, Schulz Insurance, Reilly Repair, Cathy’s Cake LLC., Trav’s Outfitter, The Juice Bar, Senor Max’s, Fairway Mortgage, 81 Kwik Stop, Needleworks Sewing Center/Pitmaster Supply, Maxwell Food Equipment, Sandy’s Bar & Grill, Sign Pro/Graf Signs, Breakout, UPS Store, Salon Lux, Grandma's House Toy and Candy Store, Watertown Confectionery, Butler, Lone Pine Bar and Grill, Raise The Bar Boutique, Dutch Boy Car Wash, Home Oasis Pools and Hot Tubs, Papa Murphy’s, Runnings in Watertown, Watertown Brewing Company, Perkins, Dempsey’s ATY, Eastside Equipment, Pages Place Cafe & Grill, Dan Os Marine, The Blossom Shoppe/The Flower Station, Sidetrack Bar & Grill, Overby Insurance, Deuces Casino, Willy’s Sports Bar, Dagwoods Sub & More, Dakota Appliance Outlet, Smoke Solutions, The Gym Inc and Performance Nutrition, Marco’s Pizza, Scherbenske Auto Repair, Slumberland Furniture, Dempsey’s, Good Buy Gals, Bags and Swag, Northern Plains Cabinetry, Glacial Lakes Powersports, Minerva’s Restaurant, LT’s Liquor, Just 1 More Casino, High Mountain Supper Club, Country Road Barn, Critter Mart & More plus Paw Spa, and Breakout!

10/22/2024

Star 98.1 is proud to present... Zoo Boo! We're just days away from at the Bramble Park Zoo! It's this Saturday and advance tickets are available now at Runnings Stores (Watertown, SD)in Watertown. Tickets $9 in advance, $10 at the door. Kids 2 & under free. Zoo Boo this Saturday, 2-6pm (and advance ticket holders get in an hour early at 1!).