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Win tickets to see Jim Brickman at the Aronoff Center with Amanda's "One Question Quiz!"
Grammy nominated songwriter, chart topping performer, and world-class pianist Jim Brickman makes a stop on his tour, "The Gift of Christmas" at the Aronoff Center on December 13th, and you can win tickets with Amanda's "One Question Quiz" in tickets in rows 5,4 3, 2 and 1! Listen for her to give you...

Warm 98.5's "Winners Wednesday" with a Dewey's Pizza Break!
Who says Wednesdays have to be boring? Everyone deserves a break and we're giving one lucky listener the opportunity to treat yo' self with a $100 gift card to Dewey's Pizza! It's a chance to turn your Wednesday into something worth celebrating! Whether you share it or keep it all to yourself (we won't judge), it's our...

Nominate a Deserving Teacher Today
Warm 98.5 wants to give teachers the recognition they deserve, but we need your help! Nominate your child's favorite educator to be Warm 98.5's Coolest Teacher of the Month, for a chance to win a Once Upon A Child and Clothes Mentor gift cards, plus we'll throw in $100 in spending money! Nominate a special teacher belo...

Sign Up Your Squad Today!
High School Cheer Squads: Wanna compete for a chance to win $1,000 from Pella Windows & Doors and Warm 98.5? Then you've gotta get in on Football Fridays! Friday mornings during the football season, the best cheer squads in the Tri-State will compete for a chance to win $1,000! Want in? Simply enter your squad b...

High School Football in the Tri-State!
The Skyline Chili Crosstown Showdown presented by Mercy Health Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine celebrates its 28-year anniversary this season as the nation's largest and longest running high school football showcase. The Showdown features 10 marquee matchups, one reach Friday night at campus sites, featuring the to...

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Date: August 13, 2025 Time: HANDS-ON HOMESCHOOL: Library Resources FREE. For All Ages. Registration Recommended. Learn all about the different resources available at the library, specifically those to support students and homeschool families. Location: Sharonville Branch Library, 10980 Thornview Dr., Cincinnati, OH 452...

Nominate Your Office Today!
Nominate your office for Warm 98.5's Workday Perk Up, thanks to Biggby Coffee! Your workplace could win delicious Biggby Coffee and assorted breakfast items for up to 20 people! Pumpkin spice is back at BIGGBY Coffee. Cozy up with the classic version, or try something new like the White Pumpkin Latte or the Sweet Foam ...
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Jelly Roll Meets The Pope And Shows Off Dramatic Weight Loss During Special Show In Vatican City
Jelly Roll, who once struggled to perform overseas due to past felonies, made a remarkable comeback by singing his collaboration "Hard Fought Hallelujah" with Brandon Lake at the Grace for the World event in Vatican City's St. Peter's Square on Saturda...

Lady Gaga's Starstruck Letter To David Bowie On Display In London's Newly Opened David Bowie Centre
A heartfelt letter from Lady Gaga to David Bowie is now on display at the newly opened David Bowie Centre in London. The undated note - likely written in late 2012 or early 2013 - reveals Gaga's admiration for Bowie after she received an advance copy o...

Mariah Carey Announces 2025 Las Vegas "Christmastime" Residency
On Monday (September 15), Mariah Carey announced the dates and details of her 2025 holiday residency, Mariah Carey's Christmastime in Vegas. The run of festive shows are set to take place at Dolby Live at Park MGM from November 28 through December 13. ...

Demi Lovato Announces Ninth Studio Album, 'It's Not That Deep'
On Monday (September 15), Demi Lovato took to social media to announce the details of her ninth studio album, It's Not That Deep, which is set for release on October 24 via DLG Recordings/Island Records. Marking a new dance-pop era for the singer, the ...

HUNTR/X's "Golden" Is No. 1 On Billboard Hot 100 Chart For Record-Setting Fifth Week
HUNTR/X's "Golden," from the chart-topping soundtrack to Netflix's smash film KPop Demon Hunters, notches a fifth week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the longest-leading hit by an animated act in the chart's 67-year history. Two previous s...

Usher Backs Metallica For Headliners Of Super Bowl Halftime Show
During a quick on the street interview by TMZ, Usher publicly endorsed Metallica as his personal choice for headliner at the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, which is scheduled to take place on February 8, 2026 at Levi's Stadium in San Francisco. The suppo...

Lil Nas X Is Currently "In Treatment" Following His Recent Arrest And Felony Charges
Lil Nas X is currently receiving inpatient treatment at an undisclosed out-of-state facility following his arrest last month on multiple felony charges, including battery on police officers and resisting arrest. His lawyers confirmed at a court hearing...

Lenny Kravitz "Enjoyed" Meeting Daughter Zoë's Boyfriend, Harry Styles, For Lunch In New York
Lenny Kravitz's friends say the rocker dad warmly approved of his daughter Zoë's budding romance with Harry Styles after the trio enjoyed a lighthearted lunch together in New York City. Apparently Lenny found the former One Direction singer polite, dow...