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Win 4 packs of tickets all summer! Knights Action Park Right Here!
Win 4 packs of tickets all summer! Knights Action Park! Check in every week at 973RiverCountry.com for the keyword to text to 309-673-0973 Win regular admission water park daily passes each week every week. Scroll down to see this weeks the keyword! TEXT THIS KEYWORD TO 309-673-0973 (KNIGHTS) The ultimate destination f...
Jun 29, 2026
Last Chance More Free Tickets! Luke Bryan Moline July 10
Luke Bryan, who recently ranked in the Top 20 of Pollstar's Artists of the Millennium List based on ticket sales, will bring the "Word On The Street Tour" to Vibrant Arena in Moline, IL, on July 10, 2026. Luke was one of only two country artists to make Pollstar's Top 20, having sold more than 20 million conc...
Jun 29, 2026
We Found Our Winner From Central Illinois For Another Vacation Getaway!
We did it again! 973 River Country is ready for a long vacation! Cancun ? Or Punta Cana for 7 nights with a best friend And we'll take care of everything along with travel impressions and direct travel! Someone from Peoria & Central Illinois will win! It's your chance to listen, text & win! This contest ha...
Jun 29, 2026
Summer Rides Every Thursday With YOU, Harley Davidson, Budweiser & Us!
Another chance to win tickets for River & Rails & more! Someone from Peoria/ Central Illinois will win a 2026 Bud Hog Roadglide, so don't miss the biggest riding event of the season! The Harley-Davidson Summer Rides to benefit St. Jude Childrens Hospital rolls into another city every Thursday all summer! Here's...
Jun 28, 2026
Get On Our Bus! Chicago Cubs Versus St. Louis Cards At Busch Stadium With Us!
The Chicago Cubs & St. Louis Cardinals are bringing the BIGGEST Midwest rivalry heat to Busch Stadium on Thursday, July 30th, and 973 River Country is rolling out the red carpet for the rowdiest road trip of Summer. Picture this: You're kicking back in a comfy Midwest Bus Trips charter bus, zero traffic headaches, ...
Jun 24, 2026
Win Carrie Underwood Tickets This Friday At Rack On The Rocks
This Friday night at Racks On The Rocks on Farmington road, , it's your chance to win tickets to see Carrie Underwood will perform in concert in Moline at John Deere Classic Golf Tournament! People will win pairs of tickets This Friday At Rack On The Rocks while we broadcast LIVE 7 til 9 with Brian On The Radio! Join u...
Jun 22, 2026
Were You At Tailgate N Tallboys 2026?!
Check the pics right here! Tailgate N' Tallboys is where the spirit of country music comes to life, bringing fans together for unforgettable weekends filled with great music, cold drinks, and good times. From the tailgate to the stage, we deliver the best in live entertainment, featuring today's hottest country artists...
Jun 21, 2026
River Country Summer Swag Pop-Up Shop Is Open ~ For a Limited Time!
Grab your exclusive 97.3 River Country Summer merch from our friends at Limelite Graphics for a limited time right HERE! Were talking merch, no one else has, and it's availble for a limited time only! Stand out, Get a lil bit Country with us! The locally & family owned Limelight Graphics specializes in custom appa...
Jun 19, 2026
Entertainment News
Billy Strings Sets New Album So Much for Goodbyes for August Release
Billy Strings has announced a new album, So Much for Goodbyes, due August 28 through Reprise Records. The project carries a deeply personal meaning fo...
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Ella Langley Extends Historic Hot 100 Run With Choosin' Texas
Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" has returned to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, giving the country singer her 11th nonconsecutive week at the top of t...
Jul 01, 2026
Taylor Swift Honors Alan Jackson With Heartfelt Video Tribute at Nashville Farewell Concert
Alan Jackson's farewell concert at Nissan Stadium in Nashville featured a recorded video message from Taylor Swift honoring the country music legend. ...
Jun 30, 2026
Aaron Lewis Breaks Silence on Bizarre Taylor Swift Merchandise Packaging Mix-Up
Aaron Lewis has addressed an unusual mix-up involving his upcoming album and Taylor Swift merchandise. In a statement shared after fans discussed the ...
Jun 30, 2026
Josh Ross Scores His First Country Radio No. 1
Josh Ross has earned his first No. 1 on the Country Airplay chart, Billboard announced, as Hate How You Look reached the top of the latest ranking. Th...
Jun 29, 2026
Alan Jackson's Farewell Concert Reflects a Career Built on Staying True to Himself
Alan Jackson closed out his touring career with a final concert in Nashville, marking the end of a run that has made him one of country music's most r...
Jun 29, 2026
Traditional Country First: Alan Jackson's Legacy Ahead of Farewell Show
As Alan Jackson prepares to take the stage for his final concert in Nashville, music industry leaders are reflecting on the values that shaped his rem...
Jun 28, 2026
Jelly Roll Shares Uplifting New Anthem Hands Up
Jelly Roll has released a new song called Hands Up, adding another emotionally driven track to his growing catalog. The new release arrives with a mes...
Jun 27, 2026
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