"The Wizard of Oz" Is Being Remade
A lot of people consider "The Wizard of Oz" one of those movies that you just shouldn't touch. Well, consider it touched. There's a remake in the works. But they're calling it a "fresh take." Nicole Kassell of "Watchmen" fame is directing, and she says, quote, "I am exhilarated and...
Feb 10, 2021
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Capitol In Lockdown
UPDATED: DC Curfew In Effect (Washington, DC) -- A six o'clock curfew is now in effect in Washington, DC. It was announced earlier by DC Mayor Muriel Bowser who condemned the violent protests today at the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Trump. She said a secure law enforcement perimeter will be established ...
Jan 06, 2021
Du Quoin State Fair Grandstand Line-Up for 2021
The Du Quoin State Fair Grandstand lineup is set for 2021. En Vogue will kick things off on Saturday, August 28th. The following night will feature REO Speedwagon. Rising country star, Hardy will perform on the 30th. Lucacris will take the stage on August 31st. Back to country on September 1st with ACM New Artist o...
Dec 14, 2020
Hindsboro Water Being Shut Off, Boil Order to Follow
Thursday, December 3 at 10:45am According to Hindsboro's Water Superintendent, Jim Clifton, the village water is being shut off due to a water main break. When the water comes back on, Hindsboro will be under a boil order until further notice.
Dec 03, 2020
Claris: Children's Book Giveaway
It's the season of giving, and 104.3 the Party has the perfect gift for any child on your Christmas Shopping list. It's your chance to win a brand-new copy of the all new children's book: "Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris: Holiday Heist"! The book takes young readers on Christmas adventure in New York City ...
Nov 30, 2020
Beat the Bank - Maximum Cash
Play to win up to $25,000 in Beat the Bank: Maximum Cash! Every weekday morning listen to The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show at 8:20 & 9:20 Eastern Time and 7:20 & 8:20 Central Time for the vault password. Within 15 minutes the crew will give the cue to call: 1-800-543-3548. If you can reach the crew and give the c...
Sep 01, 2020
Kidd Kraddick Morning Show Overachieving Teachers
The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show, 104.3 the Party and Pilot Pen are recognizing Overachieving Teachers! Whether you're starting the year in-classroom or online we want to ensure teachers have all the equipment they need to continue teaching and inspiring our young leaders of tomorrow. Teachers! Apply now for the G2 Overa...
Aug 25, 2020
A New Flavor of Girl Scout Cookies Has Been Announced
It feels like Girl Scout Cookie season was approximately five billion years ago and the next Girl Scout Cookie season is approximately 30 billion years from now. But the Girl Scouts want you to get HYPED. They just announced that next year, there's going to be a new Girl Scout Cookie flavor. They're called Toast-Yays,...
Aug 19, 2020
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Mattoon Schools to Move to Remote Instruction
For Immediate Release Due to county health conditions, Mattoon Schools will utilize Remote Instruction for the first quarter of the 2020-2021 school year, from August 17 through October 16, 2020. Additional information below. First Quarter Remote Learning Notification Learning Link Mattoon Community Unit School Distric...
Aug 12, 2020
Disney Launches Adaptive Halloween Costumes
Disney Launches Adaptive Halloween Costumes (Undated) -- Disney is introducing adaptive Halloween costumes. The line includes two wheelchair wraps that transform kids' wheelchairs into Cinderella's coach or the Incredimobile from the Incredibles. Disney also released three costumes that feature longer costume length ...
Aug 11, 2020