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Darius Rucker and Friends Raise Over $95K at St. Jude Benefit Concert

Christina Vinson — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:30:27 +0000

'Wagon Wheel' hitmaker Darius Rucker is a truly terrific performer, as evidenced by his recent smashing show at Red Rocks Ampitheatre, and he brought his stellar musical skills to the stage on June 3 for his fourth annual 'Darius and Friends' concert, which benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Rucker and pals raised over $95,000 in the process.

Secure a Guaranteed Grandma's Marathon Full or Half Marathon Bib Number this Saturday

Cathy Kates — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:23:03 +0000

So, the Grandma’s Lottery is done and you weren’t one of the lucky ones. Don’t stop training, because there is a way to secure a guaranteed race number for this year’s Grandma’s full or half marathon, with a bonus, you can save some money on new running shoes too! Here’s the deal…if you’re a new [...]

Craig Morgan to Headline St. Jude Country Music Marathon in Nashville

Megan Pacella — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 13:00:42 +0000

Participants in this year's Country Music Marathon are in for a real treat. Country crooner Craig Morgan has agreed to be the race's headlining performer. Sarah Darling will join Morgan at a post-race concert at the Nashville Municipal Auditorium at 7PM on Saturday, April 27.

Meet St. Jude Patient Sarah Marchbank, a Tiny Dancer and Just One Reason to Attend Dancing Against Cancer

Cathy Kates — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:19:45 +0000

In the midst of chemotherapy and radiation, Sarah Marchbank knew exactly what she had to do: dance on. I know how hard it is to keep moving through my day when I’m not feeling well. Sarah’s story is filled with courage and tenacity! In the summer of 2007, Sarah was practicing for her upcoming Nutcracker [...]

6 Moving Celebrity Commercials for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:10:43 +0000

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has been helping kids fight cancer since 1962, all thanks to contributions that let families get treated for free. It’s an undertaking that has worked thanks, in part, to the way the facility has reached the public. St. Jude has long aired touching commercials that work: they make people want [...]

Run Grandma's Marathon as a St. Jude Hero, Get a Guaranteed Entry into the Race, Hotel for that Weekend, Even Airfare

Cathy Kates — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 17:45:38 +0000

St. Jude is the newest charity partner of Grandma's Marathon and the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon. Make the decision now to be a St. Jude Hero. It will guarantee that you have a bib number the day of Grandma's Marathon, for either the full or the half! You can even choose to be part of B105's team!! On behalf of the kids of St. Jude, thank you!

Jerrod Niemann Opens Show for Paid Streaming, Proceeds to Go to St. Jude

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 16:40:26 +0000

When given, the opportunity, Jerrod Niemann wastes no time doing good for others, which is why the singer-songwriter is taking portion of proceeds raised from his upcoming Chicago concert and giving it to the children at St. Jude. Niemann’s show at the famed Joe’s Bar this Thursday (Nov. 29) will also be broadcast live via [...]

Sugarland Perform 'Baby Girl' With 4-Year-Old Cancer Survivor

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 12:30:35 +0000

The members of Sugarland got the chance to make a young girl’s life brighter at a recent tour stop in Minnesota. Singer Jennifer Nettles and singer-songwriter Kristian Bush were performing at the Mystic Lake Casino Hotel on Aug. 8 when they were joined onstage by a very special guest — a 4-year-old cancer patient named Avery.

Jake Owen to Host St. Jude, Autism Benefit in Hometown

Megan Pacella — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 12:30:12 +0000

In the past few months, Jake Owen has made it clear that he wishes it could be summertime all year long. In addition to releasing an ‘Endless Summer’ EP with four summery tracks, when the handsome country crooner became the headliner for this year’s CMT on Tour package, his multi-city trek was named the ‘Jake Owen: The Summer Never Ends 2012′ tour. He’ll close the tour in December with a stopover in his hometown of Vero Beach, Fla. There, he’ll hold his annual hometown fundraiser to raise money for Autism Speaks, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, and several local charities and organizations.

John Rich, Big and Rich Set to Headline St. Jude Children's Hospital Concert

Cory Stromblad — Mon, 21 May 2012 12:45:11 +0000

John Rich is set to headline the St. Jude Presents John Rich & Friends concert, which will serve as the first-ever concert event for the 2012 FedEx St. Jude Classic. Scheduled for June 5 at the Cannon Center in Memphis, Tenn., the star-studded concert performers also includes Rich’s superstar duo gig Big & Rich, country superstars Kellie Pickler and Darius Rucker and comedian Jeff Foxworthy.

Seattle Children's Hospital 'Stronger' Video Will Inspire You [VIDEO]

David Drew — Sat, 12 May 2012 17:30:14 +0000

A video featuring cancer-stricken children, their nurses, doctors and parents lip-synching and dancing to the popular Kelly Clarkson song “Stronger” is creating a web sensation, and is an inspiration. Even Kelly Clarkson herself saw this video and offered her own video message to the kids. Kids are so amazing and resilient, they can really put [...]

Chris Young Auctions Off Grandmother's Handmade Quilts to Benefit St. Jude

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 10 May 2012 12:10:13 +0000

Chris Young has always been eager jump at any opportunity to help raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Now, with the help of his beloved grandmother, Young is offering fans rare, one-of-a-kind quilts made by Nanny’s own little sweet hands! Every month, Nanny will whip up special quilts with a Chris Young theme, [...]

B105/KOOL 101.7 Push St. Jude Over The Top, Thanks!! [Video]

Chris Allen — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 01:14:25 +0000

Another Successful Year, We couldn't do it without you, see behind the scenes, and our total.

Harold's Fiasco Takes Place This Saturday In Carlton

Ken Hayes — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 14:22:55 +0000

This Saturday is time once again for Harold’s Fiasco at Pine Hill golf course! This is by far the biggest fundraising event all year for our St. Jude Radiothon. It’s always a great time, and the best part about it is it’s affordable to play! Just a $20 donation gets you 9 holes of golf. [...]

Record Setting Morning!!

Chris Allen — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 18:06:17 +0000

I would like to say thank you to everyone who called in this morning to become a partner in hope. Ken Hayes, Cathy Kates, and myself set a record for the biggest start to the St. Jude radio-a-thon. (Call now 888-290-4673) Now, we have to continue the good will and keep this pace up. My [...]

Bridging Two Worlds Is Back

David Drew — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 20:05:25 +0000

Bridging Two Worlds, the psychic event to benefit St. Jude Children’s Hospital is coming back to the Northland, with all proceeds benefiting St Jude Childrens Research Hospital. The event will be held at Barker’s Island Inn, Saturday, January 29th at 2pm. Doors open at 1:30p. Visit with our mother/daughter psychic team, Susan and Christine Anderson [...]