Well... Rod Stewart just paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne - and let's just say, it went off the rails and into the uncanny valley. As part of a live show, Rod debuted an AI-generated video of Ozzy... in heaven... taking selfies with dead rock (and even rap) legends like Freddie Mercury, John Lennon and even Tupac. Yes, re...

Fort McMurray, it's that time again! The CommunityVotes are on, and our very own John and Marina are in the running for Best Local DJs! Why vote for them? Because they make your mornings better than coffee, your commutes slightly less ragey, and and they've got more chemistry than your high school science lab. So do yo...

Justin Timberlake has revealed he's been diagnosed with Lyme disease. The pop star says he started feeling unwell during his recent tour and thought it was just exhaustion, but doctors later confirmed it was Lyme. He's now getting treatment and says he's focused on getting better. Timberlake told fans, "I'm not go...

Ford's quality issues continue, with 76 recalls this year-more than Mercedes, GM, Honda, Toyota, VW, and Stellantis combined. Added to the list is 4 new recalls: #1. Super Duty Brake Recall: Don't Drive Until Checked Some 2025 F-Series Super Duty trucks could lose braking ability. Ford is recalling 2,345 Super Duty tru...

Starting on June 30th, Executive Costco Members will gain early access to their warehouses before everyone else - including Gold Members. Costco shoppers who may be struggling with the high cost of groceries are getting a bit of relief in the form of a monthly credit as well. Costco and Instacart are giving "execu...

Ford is facing another major recall-this time affecting over one million vehicles due to a faulty rear camera system. The issue? The camera might freeze, lag, or not turn on at all when you're backing up. This problem affects vehicles with the SYNC 4 system made between 2021 and 2025. Since this fails to meet safety st...

Big congratulations to Haleema Malik from Westwood Community High School! She's one of only 20 students across Canada to receive the TD Scholarship for Community Leadership!!! Haleema has been making a real difference in her community. She started the first Muslim Student Association in Fort McMurray to help students f...

play mornings with Marina & John are up for nominations in the Community Votes Fort McMurray 2025 for Local DJ's under the "services" category!! It would mean the world to us if you hit that "nominate" button HERE (You can do it once a day too) And then come back in July to cast your votes

4 of Fort McMurray's Youth Dart League players have been invited by the National Dart Federation (after winning placement), to the Worlds Dart Festival in Budapest Hungary in October! BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Mason Clifford, Halle Camp, Cassidy Rice and Maya Horton! Fort McMurray will be cheering for you!!

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has pulled Campbell's Verve brand and Campbell's brand frozen soup from the shelves after finding pieces of wood. Here is the list of affected products: The CFIA says the soups were sold nationally to hotels, restaurants and retail stores. The Agency also says "Do not use, sell,...

Whether you're hiking, picnicking, camping, biking, trail running, or paddling, it's wise to carry bear spray. It can help lower your risk of injury if you encounter an aggressive bear or other wildlife. Bear spray should only be used as a last resort - your first priority should always be to avoid an encounter altoget...

If you're looking to make some extra money, Elections Canada is looking to hire around 50 people to work on election day here in Fort Mac. The available positions involve tasks such as setting up and operating the polls, welcoming and guiding voters, managing the registration desk, and overseeing poll operations. Compe...

As we head into the long weekend, there are some adjustments to transit services and curbside collection, as well as landfill and municipal office hours. Transit Specific transit routes will NOT run on Friday. Sunday schedules will run for the following routes: Route 11 (Airport) Route 12 (Thickwood/Timberlea) Route 1...

Canadian Jersey Shore - where "fist-pumping" is just waving hello to your neighbor and GTL stands for Gravy, Timmies, and Lifting (your snow shovel) If you're between the ages of 19-26, single, and 'unapologetically wild', you could be on the next spinoff of "Jersey Shore" called "Canada Shore&...

Fyre Fest 2.0: Expecting luxury, getting lessons in how not to throw a party! Well here we are again...with another update about the second round of the failed "Fyre Festival" If you're just reading about this for the first time, here's a quick rundown of events. A luxury music festival was set to take place ...

Former Father Merc student and long-time Fort McMurray resident, Lamar Goods (#54), is heading to Sardinia, Italy on April 19th to play for the Canadian Senior Men's National Football Team!! This will be the first international game for the Canadian Team since they fell short in the gold medal game 50-7 to team USA in ...

Have you ever heard of disc rot? It's when the reflective layer on DVDs, CDs, or other media begins to break down, it can cause the data on the disc to be completely lost or corrupted. Disc rot can be triggered by a bunch of different factors, like chemical reactions, exposure to heat, humidity, or light, oxidation, an...

BIG congrats to Mohamed Tarrabin, the Fort McMurray General Manager at Prestige Jewellers for being awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal! This medal is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the country, a province, territory, region or community, or made an outstanding achievement a...

Heads up if you use the city transit Bus fare is increasing on April 1st from $2.00 to $2.25 for a single fare. Monthly passes for adults will rise from $67.50 to $76.00, and students will go up from $51.25 to $57.75 An 18-ride sheet will rise from $32.00 to $36.00 Start saving your quarters!

Guess the number of Mint Girl Guide Cookies arriving at a local volunteer's house for distribution!

Ah, the Fyre Festival. The event that became so legendary for its disastrous failure, even its name is synonymous with "don't trust a fancy Instagram ad." So, if you've ever wondered how to throw the world's worst music festival, then Fyre Festival was the gold standard. The Dream Picture this: a luxurious mu...

Help! I've been locked up with Ace and we need your help to make bail! The Fort McMurray SPCA is doing their Locked In A Kennel fundraiser to raise $60,000!As of Monday March 17th, they're half way to their goal, but we still need YOUR help. The campaign is running until April 1st, so you still have time to make your d...

Do you remember hearing that each cigarette takes away precious minutes of your life? I remember learning it was about 7-10 minutes. Well, that number has gotten worse. Recent research from 2024 shows the time lost has now doubled since the 2000 statistic, which dates back to the 1980s. That means smoking just one pack...

If you've ever bought magic relight candles from Etsy, Amazon or Walmart.ca, THROW THEM OUT NOW! (maybe in a bottle full of water though) Health Canada has warned about relight candles because they could be a fire risk. The warning says these candles are banned in Canada because they might catch fire AFTER being thrown...

Last week John and I spoke about a London, ON man named Mike Jack, who broke a Guinness World Record and ate 25 Carolina Reaper peppers in 4 minutes and 36 seconds. (watch him down the reapers HERE)Every since then, I figured HEY WHY NOT TRY A REAPER! Definitely not 25 of them, but 2 is a start, right?Our news guy Mr. ...

The "Parade of the Planets" is tonight!These will be their positions at 7:00 p.m. tonight (Friday, February 28) With binoculars you should see that Venus actually forms a crescent like our moon because it orbits between the Sun and the Earth. With binoculars, you'll see Jupiter turn into a big "disk"...

Michelle Trachtenberg arrives at The Art Of Elysium Heaven Gala at Hangar 8 on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015 in Santa Monica, CA. (Photo by Omar Vega/Invision/AP) If you were ever a fan of Harriet The Spy, Buffy The vampire Slayer, Gossip Girl or Euro Trip, then you most definitely know who Michelle Trachtenberg is. On Wedne...

Michelle Trachtenberg arrives at The Art Of Elysium Heaven Gala at Hangar 8 on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015 in Santa Monica, CA. (Photo by Omar Vega/Invision/AP) If you were ever a fan of Harriet The Spy, Buffy The vampire Slayer, Gossip Girl or Euro Trip, then you most definitely know who Michelle Trachtenberg is. On Wedne...

Wood Buffalo RCMP Investigate Armed Robbery, Seek Public Assistance Fort McMurray, Alta. - Wood Buffalo RCMP are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Prime Hotel Laundromat in downtown Fort McMurray on Saturday, February 22, 2025. At approximately 2:13 p.m., police responded to a 9-1-1 call reporting the...

I think this needs to be one of those trends that DOESN'T make a comeback. Have you ever seen the "jellyfish haircut"? Because I wish I could unsee it!It basically looks like the hairdresser forgot which hairstyle they were going with, and just did a whole mash up of hairstyles. Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga, Gwen S...

This is not a real image of the asteroid. This is an AI generated image If you haven't heard yet, there's a "city killer-sized" asteroid heading our way which MIGHT (but probably not) hit earth on December 22nd, 2032.NASA says Asteroid 2024 YR4, which was first detected on December 27, 2024, has estimated dia...

Image via RoyalChris - Reddit 18 people have been injured, with 3 critically injured (including a child), after a Delta Air Lines flight from Minneapolis to Toronto crashed and flipped over at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Monday, just before 3pm local time. The Bombardier CRJ900 had 76 passengers and 4 crew...

A 30-year-old woman, Danielle MacPherson, who grew up in Fort McMurray but is now living in Calgary, has quickly gained internet fame after a group of porch pirates tried to steal her Hello Fresh meal kit order, which had been left on her doorstep. Danielle MacPherson was enjoying her coffee on a Sunday morning when th...

Health Canada has announced a recall for a shampoo sold at Sephora and salons nationwide because of a "microbial hazard," indicating the product may be contaminated with bacteria that could potentially pose a health risk. Health Canada states that the recalled shampoo may contain Plurabacter gergoviae, a type...

If this doesn't warm your heart, then I don't know what will.An 85 year old man in Pennsylvania is going viral after his neighbor posted a video of him dropping off a hand written and hand delivered "Winter Party" invitation for his upcoming epic shindig on Saturday February 15th. The invitation says..."...

A number of widely used Toyota models have been recalled because of an airbag problem that may present a safety hazard. The recall applies to the 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Highlander and Tacoma.A notice to drivers reads, "On certain vehicles, the steering wheel spiral cable assembly could disconnect. If this ha...

Whether you're a basketball fan or not you've probably heard about the 25 year old superstar that was traded to the Lakers out of NOWHERE; and if you haven't well then you're probably my parents. Now I'm not going to sit here and tell you if it was a good trade, if it makes sense, blah blah blah, it was neither of thos...

Hey it's John. I thought it would be funny to cook a steak, because, comedy, y'know? Anyways the video below is how it went! Enjoy... unlike I did with my steak.

It's been ONE WEEK since I fostered Ace and he's doing AMAZING!(Not me trying to sing that sentence like "One Week" by Barenaked Ladies LOL) I was really nervous because I didn't know how he would react to the cats, and vise versa. The first couple of days, Ace seemed to be more scared of the cats than they d...

Came across what many are calling Anna Paul's Turkish Pasta online, and it seems to be a hit. Last night I made it, and it was fantastic! Here's your grocery list: Bow-Tie Pasta, Ground beef, Seasonings (paprika, turmeric, hot curry, salt and pepper, chili flakes), Tomato paste (some recipes didn't call for tomato past...

MULTIPLE artists are coming together to help Los Angeles with a FireAid Benefit Concert! The relief concert will take place simultaneously at 2 venues, the Intuit Dome and the Kia Forum (which are just blocks apart) in Inglewood CA.Most of the artists on the lineup have personal ties to Southern California, where the P...

Heads up if you're heading to Europe. Starting in May 2025, all Canadians heading to 30 European countries will be required to fill out an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) before entry.ETIAS is an electronic visa waiver that will pre-screen non-EU citizens who do not need a visa for short tr...

Image Via rmwb.ca RMWB Transit is adding a new route ONLY for the winter season.Perfect for those who want to hit the slopes but don't have a ride there. Transit will get you AND your gear to Vista Ridge, and back! For the winter of 2025, Transit Services will operate a pilot route to Vista Ridge. A transit bus will ru...

Image via LiquidDeath.com Have you ever gone to a concert, drank too much and had to use the bathroom during your favorite artists set?Well urine luck.A beverage company Liquid Death teamed up with Depend Brand to make concert diapers (called Pit Diaper), for those who don't want to miss a minute of the concert. It's a...

Hello, I'm John! Welcome to my Diary as I describe what is going through my mind as Marina and I go head to head with Christmas songs! Day 1: Marina-Christmas Eve Sarajevo (Trans Siberian Orchestra) VS John-All I want for Christmas is you (Mariah Carey)Marina won today with a 4 minute long song that doesn't have any ly...

Parents Frustrated as CUPE Changes Tactics in Rotating School Strikes FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta - Frustration is mounting among parents as CUPE Local 2559 and 2545, representing support staff in Fort McMurray Public and Catholic schools, enter the second week of their rotating strikes. The union has announced a shift in t...

The Coachella 2025 Full Lineup has been announced with Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone all headlining! The rest of the artists are as follows: Above & BeyondA. G. CookAlokAmaaraeAmelie LensAméméAmyl and the SniffersAnittaArcaArtemasAustin MillzBasement JaxxBeabadoobeeThe BeachesBeltranBen Böhme...

Outpouring of Grief and Support for Young Woman Killed in Fort McMurray Restaurant Collision FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta - Condolences and tributes are pouring in from across the region for Emily Verge, a 24-year-old woman who tragically lost her life on Saturday. Originally from Clarenville, Newfoundland, Verge had lived i...

Calgary Man Charged After Fatal Collision at Downtown Fort McMurray Restaurant FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta- A tragic accident at a downtown Boston Pizza restaurant has left a young woman dead and a Calgary man facing serious charges. Wood Buffalo RCMP and Regional Emergency Services were called to the scene at 11:36 a.m. on...

Photo via Parks Canada Did you know the Worlds LARGEST beaver dam is located around 3 hours North of Fort McMurray?Yup! Wood Buffalo National Park is home to a 2,000 meter beaver damn which has had GENERATIONS of beavers contributing to the build. It's around 1 meter deep and holds around 70,000 cubic meters of water, ...

27 different frozen waffle products have been RECALLED across the country. Issue The affected products are being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Affected products BrandProductSizeUPCCodesComplimentsOriginal Waffles - 8280 g55742500547All codesComplimentsCinnamon Waffl...

We're back with Trick or Eat with help from Acden Environment! On Halloween, we're going door-to-door in Wood Buffalo to collect donations for the Wood Buffalo Food Bank Association! We will be getting dressed up to go door-to-door in Wood Buffalo from 4pm - 7pm filling our vehicles with donations from the YMM communit...

The Fort McMurray SPCA brought the CUTEST puppy for us!! Alicent is the sweetest little puppy you'll ever meet and she's only 14 weeks old!! Head on down to the SPCA today to see everyone they have for you to bring into your life!!

As the back-to-school season approaches, it's a time filled with excitement and, let's be honest, a few challenges. Whether your child is about to start kindergarten or is gearing up for high school, the transition can be smoother with a bit of preparation. From a dad's perspective, here's my number one piece of advice...

John shows how far he's willing to go for the morning show!

A video titled "The Blake Lively interview that made me want to quit my job." is going VIRAL! The video shows interviewer Kjersti Flaa struggles while trying to interview Blake Lively and Parker Posey for their 2016 "hit film" Cafe Society. Never heard of it? Well that's probably because you don't l...

With recent big events happening here at play103 I took it upon myself to be the one in the spotlight and I did it in style. I John Kalil ate a Carolina Reaper, AKA The Second Hottest Pepper in the WORLD!!! Now I know what you're thinking, "wow you're so brave" yes, yes I am. However braveness doesn't mask th...

In a recent stunt that took "radio personality" to a whole new level, our own John Kalil, co-host of play mornings, bravely (or perhaps recklessly) took on the infamous Carolina Reaper pepper. For those not in the know, the Carolina Reaper is known for its intense heat, often hitting over 2.2 million Scoville...

Have you looked at what's on offer for the Yum and Then Some Auction!? There are gift cards for The D Spot Dessert Cafe in it! (imagine how excited I'd be if I had a gift card to pair with that waffle!) Not only that, if you need a new roof - East Coast Roofing and Siding has you covered with a 5,000 gift card going fo...

Steph & John took the 5k in a Day winner Pam Garbin on a shopping spree to the 5 different sponsor locations! CulliganPeter Pond MallKal TireFort Mac Bargain ShackHarris Appliance & Furniture View this post on Instagram A post shared by play103radio (@play103radio)

Mamma May is looking for her forever home! She's a five year old sweetie who loves her people. Go meet her at the Fort McMurray SPCA!

Today we'll get to enjoy the most amount of daylight we'll have in 2024. How will you celebrate the 'longest day of the year'? Each summer solstice I enjoy finding a comfy spot and a great book to read on my deck. When it gets too dark to see the words, I go to bed. The sun will set tonight at 10:22, however it doesn't...

This calm six month old husky cross is searching for his forever home. He's the sweetest little one who loves all living things. Go meet him at the Fort McMurray SPCA.

Drex the shepherd needs a home! This nine month old cutie came to the shelter at just five weeks old. He loves humans and his dog friends but he's ready for a family of his very own. Are you it? Big thanks to PetValu Downtown and Eagle Ridge for sponsoring!

A couple years ago there was a guy walking around his neighbourhood with a canoe on his head. He would stop every couple of houses and wrestle it down onto the ground, then with all his might he'd flip it back over thrusting it onto his shoulders before heading further down the road. When I asked him about it - he said...

Meet Rumble! A pup who came to the Fort McMurray SPCA last week with an extremely injured leg. On his xrays they found two bullets in his back. Poor thing! They were able to amputate his leg last week and now this cuddle monster is ready for his furever home. Is it yours?

The internet has officially crowned the Song of the Summer this year, and it's not what you think it is. Last year, the 'Song of the Summer' was Morgan Wallen's 'Last Night,' so you might assume that this year's could be another big name like Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, or maybe even Morgan Wallen again. Well, you'd be DEA...

There's officially one day left in the Harvard Media Fun in the Sun Auction,and here is my breakdown of what the best things to eye up and get the most bang for your buck. As someone that has a car that let's be real, leaves a lot to be desired, I NEED ME A FIX.This is where the Road Trip Ready Vehicle Service Package ...

John's flying to Calgary for five days and this bag is all he packed... He's nervous about extra fees so figured instead of looking it up - he'd just pack light... Listen to find out what he felt was absolutely essential. (Keep in mind this is a freezer bag)

I'm about 150 pages into a book called Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. It's great so far, however one of the characters is an octopus and I can't believe the things I'm learning about the humans of the sea. Did you know they have beaks?! And the Giant Pacific Octopus can stretch 16 feet?! Me Either!

MiCasa is a 9 week old German Shepherd puppy looking for her forever home. She and her brothers are available at the Fort McMurray SPCA for walks and adoption!

Planning on heading south this spring? Some of the items in our Spring Ag, Trades and Equipment Auction would make it worth the trip!! Head to harvardmediaauctions.com to see what's available! You could get your hands a Mammoth Pro Grow Tent Kit - 4'X4' With CMH Lighting - get those seeds started and ready shoot up lik...

Drex the dog was found in a cardboard box at 6 weeks old. That was last October. Now he's eight months and hoping to move out of the shelter so he can experience life in loving home. Go meet him at the Fort McMurray SPCA - he's the sweetest.

Meet Boris! This calm fella is looking for his forever home. He was rescued last March with 15 other dogs who were tied to a tree and has been living at the shelter ever since. He's handsome, cuddly, and docile. Go meet him at the Fort McMurray SPCA.

Last week my husband and I got to go to Fredericksberg Texas with his parents and brother to watch the Total Solar Eclipse! We spent the morning starring at the sky, wondering if the clouds the radar showed were going to disapate. There were a few breaks and in the four minutes of totality we got just under a minute to...

I have a theory about gas.Last week I accidentally filled my car up with premium. It was cold, I was sleepy. Don't judge me! Now, I have a very beaten up 2004 Oldsmobile Alero, which DOES NOT need premium gas.There's a lot wrong with my car but the main problems stem from the heat not working to being notorious for it'...

Jasper would be the absolute perfect addition to your home. What he lacks in height he makes up for in length~! This 11 month old cutie is available for adoption at the Fort McMurray SPCA. Don't wait or Steph might have to take him home!!

Everyone's talking about it! The moon will cover up the sun on Monday, should we avert our eyes? Stay indoors? Get our pets special goggles? We asked our Go to Guy for Things in the Sky Jon Tupper what the scoop is for Fort McMurray. What can we expect when it happens, what time should we put our shields up, when's the...

Finally a name for the reason why I have a hard time napping when the weather is nice. I'm in the 4am risers club and when people hear that they often ask if I go to bed early or nap in the afternoon - my answer is always "Not if it's sunny." On an overcast day I know I'll get a nap in - but I feel like I'm m...

Meet Randy! The 11 month old beagle cross! He's full grown, has markings like a cow, the cutest black ears and the softest fur! Go meet him at the Fort McMurray SPCA. He'd be absolutely perfect in your social feeds! Give him all the likes!

The Better Homes, Gardens and Garages Auction is here! And there's only a bit of time left to bid!! If you've been thinking about cleaning up the yard, making sure the grass is lush and bright, or adding that edging along your walkway to really get some definition - why not make this the year you do it! There are tons ...

If you've ever been to Lake Louise than you probably have a photo like mine: one where it's just you and the mountains. Turn the camera around to show what your photographer is standing in however, and it's pure chaos. Another place you'll find some chaos is in the parking lot. I've had the privilege of going each year...

As the weather warms up and stays (at least I hope it does) it means it's time to start gearing up for some outdoor fun. But not so fast! This is real life so along with the good times of course there are not so fun times and that means cleaning up the outdoor mess from winter. But hey, guess what? I've got a little se...

Leave it to golden hour to let you know how clean your house is. With the beautiful Spring sun shining through the kitchen window I discovered it was pretty hazy looking out. I turned to the living room window and saw the same thing - these windows needed washed. Pronto! I said to my husband, "OH MY GOODNESS - the...

Look at DJ Kitty - this three legged cutie is shining a light on all the good the Fort McMurray SPCA does for injured animals. She had surgery to remove her deformed front leg and is now fully recovered and ready for her forever home. You can help other animals like her by donating to the Isabella Paws Fund at fmspca.c...

The Boeing 737 Max planes have been making a name for themselves and not in a good way. After multiple emergency landings, a rolling off the runway incident and losing a door in the air - safety should be everyone's main concern. If you have to book a trip soon - you can give yourself some peace of mind by using a new ...

Meet this calm and cuddly two-year-old shepherd. Damien is extremely smart and knows all his basic commands. He loves humans and is eager to please. Go meet him at the Fort McMurray SPCA. Thanks to Petvalu Downtown and Eagle Ridge for sponsoring Pet of the Week Day.

The Urban Mountains we've been waiting to see all winter have finally arrived! However, their visit may be short lived. The ten day forecast for Environment Canada says we'll be basking in 7' sunshine by Saturday. While I needed to use four-wheel drive to get out of my driveway both yesterday and today - it is tempting...

On Wednesday's the FMSPCA visits us in studio! Meet Tucker! This 1 year old shepherd cross walks great on a leash, knows all his commands and loves puppies! Go say hi at the Fort McMurray SPCA!

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Pink Shirt Day - a day to stand up to bullying - is tomorrow. Wash, iron, dry or buy that pink shirt and put it out tonight so it's easy dressing in the morning! We're recognizing Pink Shirt Day at Harvard Media with a livestreamed panel called "A Pink Shirt Day Discussion' in support of Kids Help Phone Classrooms...

How are your New Year's Resolutions going? If you're finding you've fallen off the bandwagon (statistically most of us will have by February 4th), why not start again on March First? The Better You Auction has some great items to help you get moving, like family or individual memberships to MacDonald Island Park, Passe...

Stapler and Pen are part of the 'Office Litter' at the Fort McMurray SPCA and are looking for their forever home. Unfortunately the SPCA is experiencing a bout of kennel cough and are unable to accept visitors at this time. While you wait to meet them - tide yourself over by watching these cuties on the screen over and...

February 28th is Pink Shirt Day! The Canada wide initiative began in 2007 in Nova Scotia when a grade nine student was bullied for wearing a pink polo shirt. Twelfth graders David Shepherd and Travis Price took action, buying 50 pink tank tops and sending out a message to their classmates that night - encouraging every...