Lainey Wilson is hitting the road for her Whirlwind tour this year, and we want to send you to MEET her in Denver!… More
All Things N.E.W
Win a Trip to Odie's Beach Vacation!
Enter for your chance to join Old Dominion for Odies Beach Vacation!… More
Go Topless Day
99.5 PKR sponsors the Third Annual Barricade Go Topless Day at The Mineshaft Oshkosh. This is Jeep show, supporting Mission 22, a national organizaton supporting veterans and their families.… More
Oshkosh Arena
99.5 PKR welcomes CoComelon to The Oshkosh Arena Wednesday, April 30, 2025 TICKETS ON SALE Friday, February 21 WIN with WPKR: February 22 7 23: Listen for texting keywords for your chance to be at this event with a family 4-pack of tickets!… More
Camp Randall Concert
Morgan Wallen is coming to Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, June 28 for the I’m the Problem Tour 2025, with special guests Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley!… More
Harley Davidson Homecoming
The Harley-Davidson Homecoming™ Festival is an annual 4-day celebration of music, moto-culture, and our hometown of Milwaukee. This year we’re bringing together some of the biggest names in music and entertainment at Veterans Park on Friday and Saturday.… More
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Listen Live to 99.5 WPKR We’re making it even easier for you to stay connected to 99.5 WPKR wherever you go. In addition to tuning in on your radio, you can now listen to 99.5 WPKR through any of your favorite streaming devices and audio apps! FM RADIO: If you are in or near the…… More
WFRV Local 5
‘Tombstone,’ ‘Top Gun’ star Val Kilmer dead at 65
(WGHP) — Prolific actor Val Kilmer has died at 65 after battling throat cancer for many years, according to several news outlets. He is most well known for starring in Oliver Stone’s “The Doors” as the iconic frontman Jim Morrison and as Bruce Wayne in 1995’s “Batman Forever,” as well as the iconic Iceman role…… More
2025 Wisconsin Spring General Election Results
(WFRV) – Multiple races and referendums are on the ballot across Wisconsin for the 2025 Wisconsin Spring General Election. Polls are scheduled to open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Local 5 will track results for nearly 200 races. This story will update as results come in.… More
Green Bay City Clerk asks for voter patience
GREEN BAY, WI (WFRV) – A robust turnout at the polls Tuesday, along with a 94% return rate on absentee ballots in Green Bay, has the makings for one of the busiest April elections. “I do ask voters to exhibit patience today,” said Green Bay City Clerk Celestine Jeffreys. “This is a very high turnout…… More
$197.8 million referendum narrowly passes in Oshkosh
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) – The $197.8 million referendum that would begin the second phase of the Oshkosh Area School District’s facilities consolidation plan passed after 50.9% of voters said yes during Tuesday’s Spring General Election. The referendum was approved in January by the District’s Board of Education, which placed it on the ballot for Tuesday’s…… More
Hintz wins election for Winnebago County Executive
(WFRV) – The election for Winnebago County Executive has officially been decided, with challenger Gordon Hintz winning the seat in Tuesday’s Spring General Election. Hintz was declared the winner with 30,832 of the votes, defeating incumbent Jon Doemel, who received 27,374 of the votes. Wisconsin votes to enshrine voter ID requirement in state constitution Hintz’s…… More
Country News
Kelsea Ballerini Reveals Going To Therapy With Boyfriend Chase Stokes Is “Sexiest Thing Ever”
In the new People cover story feature, Kelsea Ballerini opened up about her relationship with her boyfriend, Chase Stokes. The 31-year-old country music star and current Voice coach revealed that she has a strong and supportive partnership with the 32-year-old Outer Banks star, whom she began dating in January 2023. “My version of love that…… More
Carly Pearce Says Her “Debilitating” Symptoms Were Dismissed By Doctors Before Getting Diagnosed With Heart Condition
In a new interview with Fox News, Carly Pearce revealed that the “debilitating” symptoms she was experiencing were initially dismissed by doctors, before she was eventually diagnosed with pericarditis, a swelling and irritation of the tissue around the heart. The 34-year-old country star received the heart condition diagnosis in 2024, after experiencing symptoms such as…… More
Dolly Parton Collaborates With Good American On Limited-Edition Collection ‘Dolly’s Joleans’
Dolly Parton has partnered with Khloé Kardashian and Emma Grede’s Good American brand to create a limited-edition collection called Dolly’s Joleans, inspired by her signature country-glam style. The clothing features denim pieces adorned with rhinestones and country-inspired details, and pays homage to the 79-year-old music icon’s fashion choices throughout her celebrated career. “I think this…… More
Morgan Wallen Shares Teaser For New Song, “Come Back As A Redneck”
Following his controversial early exit from Saturday Night Live this past weekend, Morgan Wallen has shifted his focus back on his music. On Monday (March 31), the country superstar shared a teaser on Instagram for his new song, “Come Back As A Redneck,” which will be included on Wallen’s highly-anticipated new album, I’m The Problem,…… More
