The Rock Report
Bad Company Lead Vocalist Dies At 66
(Undated) -- Bad Company's lead vocalist is dead. TMZ reports Brian Howe died yesterday in Florida and a relative says his cause of death was cardiac arrest. Howe had previously suffered a heart attack three years ago. Howe left the band in 1994 soon after the song "How About That" reached the top 40. ##...
May 07, 2020
Win Tickets to Bad Company at Illinois State Fair
The Illinois State Fair welcomes Bad Company with Foghat on Saturday, August 10th! Wanna go? For free? You can fulfill your "rock 'n roll fantasy" with 92.1 The Axe with free tickets to the show! Listen Wednesday afternoon for a clip of "Rock 'n Roll Fantasy" and then Lane will give you the cue to c...
Aug 01, 2019
Charleston Police K9 Team Fundraiser
The Charleston Police Department is having their annual K9 fundraiser at the Charleston and Mattoon Monical's Pizza locations on April 16, 2019. All proceeds go to the Charleston Police K9 Team to support our two dogs. The Monical's/K9 flyer must be shown with each purchase for the donations to be taken. Here is the ...
Mar 28, 2019
Trump Formally Signs Emergency Declaration For Southern Border
(Washington, DC) -- President Trump is officially declaring a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexican border with an executive order. Under the declaration signed today, Trump plans to divert Defense Department funds to build a massive border wall. Democratic leaders are calling it a gross abuse of power and the sta...
Feb 16, 2019
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National Kale Day
National Kale Day (Undated) -- Make sure to eat your greens today because it's National Kale Day. The leafy vegetable is full of vitamins and minerals, and is just 33 calories per cup. You can put it in soup, salad or a smoothie, on top of a burger, or you can cook it in the oven and eat it as chips. Remember, a v...
Oct 03, 2018
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Mattoon Knights of Columbus Golf Outing
The Mattoon Knights of Columbus golf outing will be played at Meadowview Golf Course September 23rd. Entry fee is $75, which includes 18 holes, cart, drinks and dinner. They'll also have prizes for closest to pin, longest drive and longest putt. To register, call 217-254-8851.
Sep 13, 2018
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New Joe Strummer Album Coming Out
(undated) -- A new album is coming out by the late Joe Strummer of the Clash. The 32-track double album, "Joe Strummer 001," will feature rare tracks from the 70s and 80s, and 12 previously-unreleased tracks. The compilation was overseen by the singer/songwriter's widow, Lucinda Tait, and includes record...
Jun 30, 2018
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Central Illinois Outdoor Expo
The Central Illinois Outdoor Expo returns to the Otto Center in Arthur February 9th and 10th. They'll have fishing and hunting seminars daily, a chance to win 100-dollar gift cards, and new this year, paintball and target shooting for the kids. Admission is five-dollars for adults, and kids under 12 get in free. Febru...
Feb 02, 2018
Magic Bus - Classic Rock Weekend
We're hoppin' on the Magic Bus this weekend with some of the greatest rock songs of all time from some of the greatest bands of all time - The Who, brought to you Varner and Rawlings Heating and Air. From their start in the 60s to today, the Who is one of the most influential bands every to fill an arena! Join us on ...
Oct 09, 2017
Tom Petty's Manager Confirms His Passing
(Malibu, CA) -- Legendary rocker Tom Petty is dead at the age of 66. His manager confirmed his death following conflicting reports about whether he had died Monday. He was found unconscious, not breathing and in full cardiac arrest Sunday night. The 66-year-old rocker just wrapped up a whirlwind tour with the Hear...
Oct 03, 2017
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