95.9 The River

09/10/2026

It’s been 25 years since the attacks of September 11, 2001, but we will never forget. Communities across the suburbs are gathering to remember the lives lost, honor the heroes and mark this solemn anniversary. Click the picture below to find a 9/11 remembrance happening in your community.

It’s been 25 years since the terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, but that doesn’t mean we forget. Here’s how communities across the suburbs will observe this solemn anniversary. Wednesday, Sep...

09/10/2026

One of our 5 Random Facts of the Day..."The national flag with the most colors in it is Belize, with 19."

09/10/2026

It’s National TV Dinner Day! The original TV Dinner had turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes and peas. How much did the whole dinner cost in 1953? (Take and educated guess...leave Google alone.)

09/09/2026

It’s National Teddy Bear Day... 37% of parents admit they’ve done THIS involving their child’s favorite stuffed animal. What is it? Get the cuddly answer at 715am at 959theriver.com/shows/mackay-morning/

09/09/2026

It’s National Teddy Bear Day... 37% of parents admit they’ve done THIS involving their child’s favorite stuffed animal. What is it? Check out the cuddly answer at 715am at 959theriver.com/shows/mackay-morning/

09/08/2026

Actually, 27% of people say THIS is the first thing they’d want to know about aliens. wHAT IS IT? The answer can be found daily at 715am at 959theriver.com/shows/mackay-morning

09/04/2026

20 Ribeyes from Kansas for only $40. The Midwest Meat Men are here in the parking lot of Menards and Mackay is there until 6pm. You could win tickets to Staind and Seether. Just come and scan our QR code to score.

09/04/2026

Join Scott Mackay this evening from 4-6pm at the Menards parking lot in Sycamore for the big Meat Truck Sale!

09/04/2026

It's Eat an Extra Dessert Day... 21% of people admit they’ve eaten dessert before dinner for THIS reason. What is it? The delicious answer can be found at 715 daily at 959theriver.com/shows/mackay-morning/