Things I enjoy: Being a twenty-something in the Albany area, hanging out with friends, going on spontaneous adventures, and glitter. Things I do not enjoy: Being late, roadwork, and spiders.
Courtney Carr
Russ Parr Morning Show- People Poll
The Russ Parr Morning Show has another People Poll this time with Movie Must Sees.
Oak Hill Flight Paramedic a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero," Aidan O'Connor Jr., of Oak Hill, works as a flight paramedic for Lifenet of NY at the base located at the South Albany airport.
Halfmoon Man Who Raises Money for Kids to Attend College a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero," Gerald Christie, of Halfmoon, started a nonprofit organization to raise money for students who cannot afford to attend college. But what inspired him to start his generous organization may qualify him to be a "hero" in and of itself.
Hot 99.1 Playlist – July 2014 Top Songs
Check out the top 40 songs in Hot 99.1's rotation for the month of March
Schenectady Woman Delivers Baby in Apartment, Becomes a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero," Diana Wahid, of Schenectady, became what some may call a "hero" after she delivered a baby in her own apartment building.
Insane Inflatable 5K- Albany Edition
In case you have not noticed in the past few years running 5Ks has evolved from just running the 3.1 miles into things like color and zombie runs. The next venture in unique runs is the Insane Inflatables 5K that is coming to Albany in September...
Best Outdoor Activities to Pair with Beer
With summer finally upon us it is time to start doing things that are summer clichés and time to start enjoying the weather outside.
$40,000 Holla Winner Announced
A winner has been chosen for the $40,000 Holla Cash Game that ended yesterday afternoon. Hot 99.1 congratulates Jennifer Melton for winning $10,000!
It is always nice to day dream about how you would spend some extra cash and now Jennifer has the chance to live out everyone’s dream...
Community Servant of Troy a ‘Hometown Hero’
This week's "Hometown Hero," Adrienne Wilson, works to bring a sense of community to Troy. Fittingly, her nominator listed her occupation as a "community servant," reflecting the time and energy she puts into where she calls home.
She is driven to improve the environment and encourages youth to start thinking globally while acting locally...
July 4th Fireworks Shows in and Near Albany
The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate America, hang out with family and friends, gaze at pictures of eagles, and watch fireworks.
Saratoga Brewfest Breweries Announced
Saratoga Brewfest is just a few weeks away and today we have news to celebrate!
Lyme Disease Advocate a ‘Hometown Hero’
Kerry Lawler of Watervliet is this week's "Hometown Hero." She earned this title because of her work as a Lyme disease advocate after being diagnosed with the disease herself.
Kerry makes herself available to those who have Lyme disease and need help with what they are going through and making sense of it all...
13-Year-Old Founder of TJ’s Turkeys a ‘Hometown Hero’
TJ is a 13-year-old boy who is helping families that are less fortunate than his own celebrate the holidays.
He founded TJ's Turkeys when he was nine and has been working to give families in need food and gifts ever since. "Ultimately, hopes that will inspire other kids to help out their communities and make a difference too...
The Secret Truth About Yard Sales
Yard sales are great for a number of reasons. Obviously, there is the reason that you can score something awesome for a good deal, but the true reason is because you do not know what you will find going into it.
Director of Albany’s Cure The Violence a ‘Hometown Hero’
Clarence Jackson, of Albany, is the Director of Cure The Violence, an organization that works to protect the community and keep violence off the streets by hosting awareness events and rallies.
Clarence used his own personal experiences to start a movement in Albany to encourage a peaceful environment...
First $40,000 Holla Cash Winners Announced
Every day in May we’re giving listeners two chances to win $1,000 through our $40,000 Holla contest!
Congratulations to Tammy Whalen and Julie Malkin, our first Cash Contest winners! They get a cool $1,000 to do whatever they want with just for listening...
Hot 99.1 Playlist – May 2014 Top Songs
Check out the top 40 songs in Hot 99.1's rotation for the month of March
Chatham + Stockport Chief of Police a ‘Hometown Hero’
Peter Volkmann, of Stuyvesant, is the Chief of Chatham Police, Chief of Stockport Police, Police Academy Director, and a Certified Trainer for International Critical Incident Stress Foundation. He is a man who wears many hats and who, according to the person who nominated him, his wife Layne, "is always doing something for someone...
Seize The Deal Auction is on Now!
Hot 99.1 and Townsquare Media’s Seize the Deal auction is officially started, with five days to bid on some awesome items and activity packages offered up by local companies.
Are you tying the knot soon? If so, we're auctioning off a five-tier wedding cake...
Taghkanic Firefighter a ‘Hometown Hero’
Donald Coons Jr., of Taghkanic, NY, has been a volunteer firefighter since he was 16 and is now the first Assistant Chief of Taghkanic Fire Company in Columbia County. In addition to being a firefighter, he also works part-time as an EMT for Copake Rescue Squad...
Hot 99.1 Playlist – April 2014 Top Songs
Check out the top 40 songs in Hot 99.1's rotation for the month of March
5 Wines Made in the Capital Region
Sure, we have lawmakers, a very large Egg and a giant dog on top of a building, but did you know the Capital Region is also home to several wineries.
We're gearing up for our Taste of Upstate event on April 19, but before the event we thought it would be a good idea to give a rundown of 5 wines that are made right here in the area...