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07/05/2025

Spicer Fireworks tonight (7/4) will start at 9:45pm to hopefully beat any weather moving in. Please help us get the word out that we will be starting a little early at 9:45pm. Thank you!

07/04/2025

Wishing you a rockin’ and safe 4th of July from all of us at 106.5 The Train!

07/02/2025

Monson Lake Opry Country Music Festival is happening on September 5th & 6th, outside of Sunburg, MN! See Kentucky Thunder, The Bellamy Brothers, Little Texas, Joshua Hedley, Ben Haggard, & Pam Tillis!

If this sounds like an event you would enjoy, shop the Big Deals Willmar Store and SAVE BIG on tickets to this fun event! - willmar.bigdealsmedia.net/category/3955/entertainment

Monson Lake Opry Country Music Festival is happening on September 5th & 6th, AND WE HAVE WEEKEND TICKETS IN THE BIG DEALS STORE! Beyond the great music, enjoy exciting activities like axe throwing, chainsaw carving, and a shooting gallery.

Grab your tickets TODAY - willmar.bigdealsmedia.net/item/70252/weekend-two-day-tickets

06/30/2025

Storms rolled through our area on Saturday night, and our Lakeland Media Weather Team was busy bringing you the latest updates.

Whether you’re in the car, at home, streaming online, or listening on the Lakeland Media App—we’ve got you covered with weather updates all summer long!

If you don't have the Lakeland Media app yet, download it for free here: www.willmarradio.com/mobile_app/

06/30/2025

Congrats to our Willmar Stingers Bat Kid Winner — Noah from Willmar! ⚾

Noah had a blast at the game, helping the team on the field and making unforgettable memories with the Willmar Stingers!

Want your child to be the next Bat Kid? There are more chances coming in the next few weeks — stay tuned!

06/27/2025

The Big Deals Summer Auction ends at NOON TODAY! There are so many awesome items in this auction that you do not want to miss!

Check it out: willmar.bigdealsmedia.net/category/4271/auction

Our Big Deals Auction ends TODAY at Noon!
This is your last chance to walk away with incredible deals on local items and services.

Have you seen these great items?
- $1,000 Certificate to C&D Granite
- Tickets to Monson Lake Opry
- Mission Pool Kit from Paradise Pools & Spas
- 6-Month VIP Wash from Walt’s
- Multiple Certificates to Referred Restoration

Time’s running out. Make your final bids count! - willmar.bigdealsmedia.net/category/4271/auction

Good luck—and thank you for supporting local!

06/26/2025

The Big Deals Willmar Summer auction is LIVE! Go check out these items. Bidding ends tomorrow (Friday) at noon!

Start bidding: willmar.bigdealsmedia.net/category/4271/auction

It’s here! The Big Deals Auction is now LIVE and full of massive savings. But hurry—bidding ends at Noon on Thursday, June 27.

Here’s a peek at just a few of the incredible items up for grabs:
- $1,500 Certificate to Redline Contracting
- Weber Genesis II S-310 Grill from Mac Supply & Hardware
- ERO 385 Reverse Osmosis System from EcoWater Systems
- Multiple Tool Items from Electric Motor Company

Don’t miss your chance to save big - willmar.bigdealsmedia.net/category/4271/auction

06/24/2025

PRICE CUT!!! We have Vicki's Camp N' County Jam tickets in the Big Deals Willmar Store! There are only a few left, so shop quickly! $275 tickets for only $99!

Find this great deal: willmar.bigdealsmedia.net/item/68185/super-star-weekend-tickets

PRICE CUT!

Have plans July 10th - 12th? Well, we have Vicki's Camp N' County Jam tickets in the Big Deals Store! There are only a few left, so shop quickly! $275 tickets for only $99! WHAT A DEAL!

Shop here: willmar.bigdealsmedia.net/item/68185/super-star-weekend-tickets

06/24/2025

Your child could be the Bat Kid for a Willmar Stingers game!

Lakeland Media is giving one lucky kid (ages 9–12) the chance to be a Willmar Stingers Bat Kid during the June 29th game!

Click here to enter: bit.ly/BatKid2025

Enter before June 26th at 4PM for your chance to win!

06/23/2025

Join us in wishing our Sports Director, Todd, a very happy birthday! 🎉 We’re grateful for all the energy, laughs, and sports knowledge he brings to Lakeland Media every day. Happy Birthday, Todd!!

06/21/2025

The Beach Party is still on for tonight - heat and all ☀️

We will be located by the cool lake 🌊

We will also have mist machines, outdoor games, music, and fireworks 🧨

**Please be extra careful if you are sensitive to the heat**

Drink plenty of water and be aware of what YOU may need 🤗

06/21/2025

Saturday afternoon, the 2026 Willmar Fests Ambassadors were crowned at the Willmar Education and Arts Center. See the article for more details.

(Willmar, MN) Saturday afternoon, the 2026 Willmar Fests Ambassadors were crowned at the Willmar Education and Arts Center.