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Atlantic City Rodeo Returns To Boardwalk Hall

Marc D — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:12:26 +0000

Today at 11am, The Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) wrangled up a crowd at Boardwalk Hall to announce its third-annual Atlantic City Rodeo on October 5 and 6. Â The PRCA greeted the media and locals with cowboys, horses and a stagecoach carrying our very own Miss New Jersey, Lindsey Petrosh & Mayor Langford. Tickets go [...]

Hammer it Home Classic Raises Over $10K For Special Olympics New Jersey

Ryan Messick — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:13:32 +0000

Sometimes with all of the discussion over multi-million dollar contracts, hirings, firings and off-field issues, we forget about what is truly great and important about sports. Itâ€™s nice when we can experience how powerful sports can be in the community to bring people together for a good time and a good cause. This weekend the [...]

This Weekend's SoJO Dream Home Features Outdoor Luxury-Living in Margate

Kyle McCann — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:30:09 +0000

When the weather starts getting nice there is no better place to be than outside sitting by the water. If you agree, then you’re in luck. At $2.5 million this home features an incredibly interior, but it’s what’s outside that will leave you speechless. This weekend’s SoJO Dream Home features enough outdoor amenities to keep [...]

Battle of the Bands: Vote for SoJO's House Band

Heather DeLuca — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:48:26 +0000

SoJO 104.9 is looking a house band to entertain the crowd at our Beach House Blowout on May 24th — the official start of the Summer of SoJO. Thanks to all of the local acts who submitted their music.Trust me, we all enjoyed listening to and watching all the clips you sent in. Unfortunately, we [...]

SoJO 104.9 Wants to Make Your Band Famous!

Heather DeLuca — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:28:04 +0000

Does your band have what it takes to play the SoJO 104.9 Beach House Blowout? Friday, May 24th we’re kicking off the 2013 Summer of SoJO with a huge party on the boardwalk at Revel in Atlantic City! Oh, and we want YOU to entertain the crowd! If you’re in a local tribute or cover [...]

Save the Date for the 9th Annual SoJO 104.9 Beach House Blowout! [VIDEO]

Heather DeLuca — Tue, 07 May 2013 17:06:38 +0000

It's the party you've waited all year for! The 9th Annual Beach House Blowout (powered by Terry Ivory Jewelry on the Ocean City Boardwalk and 96th St. Stone Harbor)! And this Memorial Day weekend we'll be kicking off the Summer of SoJO 2013 on the boardwalk at Revel in Atlantic City!

LPGA Golfer Stacy Lewis Gives Back to South Jersey

Tom Morgan — Tue, 07 May 2013 09:54:41 +0000

The 2013 ShopRite LPGA Classic presented by Acer returns to the Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club on May 27-June 2! One of the best golfers in the world has already circled those dates….. Like most athletes, Stacy began practicing her sport at a very early age. She started playing golf at the age [...]

Animal Welfare Association Hosting Day of Doggy Fun in Hopes of Donations

Heather DeLuca — Sun, 05 May 2013 20:36:14 +0000

Get your best friend out of the house on Saturday, May 18th! The Animal Welfare Association of New Jersey has a day of family-friendly/dog-friendly planned as AWA celebrates its 65th birthday, and strives to raise donations to care for homeless pets. Does your dog like to chase bubbles or bob for hot dogs? AWA’s Paws [...]

Local Teen Walks for MS in Honor of Family Friend [AUDIO]

Heather DeLuca — Fri, 03 May 2013 23:59:58 +0000

17-year old Austin Decker has been walking to support those stricken with multiple sclerosis since he was 10. Sunday, his team Miss Betty's Angels will step towards a cure at an event taking place in Washington Township.

Beachfront Living in Sea Isle Featured in This Weekend's SoJO Dream Home

Kyle McCann — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:20:03 +0000

I’ll be honest, I’m a big fan of Sea Isle City. It’s a great place for kids, teens, 20-somethings, and adults. There is literally something for everyone on this island. So, if you have $3.3 million to spend on a home, then this weekend’s SoJO Dream Home is the one I would recommend. I also [...]

March for Babies in Ocean City [PHOTOS]

Kyle McCann — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:00:29 +0000

Hundreds showed up in Ocean City on Sunday to walk for the March of Dimes, including SoJO mid-day host Heather DeLuca. The event gave hope to babies born too soon or sick and all the money raises supports programs in South Jersey that help moms have healthy, full-term pregnancies. The money also funds research to [...]

This Weekend's SoJO Dream Home Puts Luxury Living on Display in Brigantine

Kyle McCann — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:27:59 +0000

One of the best parts of sorting through dozens of multimillion dollar homes is seeing things you don’t see in, shall we say, normal homes. Well, if unique is what you’re after, this waterfront home in Brigantine is filled to the brim with unique! This weekend’s SoJO Dream Home comes in at a cool $3,600,000 [...]

When Pinterest Ideas Go Horribly Wrong [PICTURES]

Kyle McCann — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:25:40 +0000

If you haven't gotten into Pinterest yet, we suggest you take a few minutes to check it out. If you're already a pinner, then you know that one of the coolest things about this site is that it allows thousands of people to share really creative, fun ideas -- from home decor to work out tips to delicious meals.

However, many of those ideas are a bit more difficult to actually do than they appear...

SoJO Supports 'Blow Bubbles for Autism'

Heather DeLuca — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:16:30 +0000

Today at 1:15 p.m. SoJO On The Go stood beside students and Faces4Autism.org to blow bubbles in an effort to raise awareness for the cause. Students and organizers welcomed SoJO for the 10th Annual ‘Blow Bubbles for Autism’ event at Ventnor Elementary and Ventnor Middle Schools. A synchronized effort supported by Faces4Autism.org. The goal [...]

Summer Rental Season Going Strong in Atlantic, Cape May Counties

Kyle McCann — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:11:40 +0000

Jersey strong, indeed! Despite the devastation from Hurricane Sandy, real estate experts in Atlantic and Cape May Counties say “shoobies” are still excited about hitting the beaches this summer. While realtors throughout South Jersey say they aren’t seeing the influx of North Jersey renters that they had been expecting, they’re still doing well. Even in [...]

We're on the Beach in Ocean City for This Weekend's SoJO Dream Home [4/19]

Kyle McCann — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:09:09 +0000

Ocean City is known the world around for being a summertime family destination, but, imagine spending every season right there on that famed beach? Well, that can be a reality if you have the bucks to buy this weekend’s SoJO Dream Home. You’ll find this $3,995,000 home on Wesley Avenue, nestled on Ocean City’s Goldcoast. [...]

Offshore Racing Returning to Atlantic City in 2013

Marc D — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 20:00:08 +0000

Speed enthusiasts rejoice! Offshore Powerboat Racing returns to Atlantic City to kick off “Festival of Speed” week!With the support of the Atlantic City Alliance and the Golden Nugget Hotel, Casino & Marina, the fastest boats in the world will return tot he city’s beaches this summer June 21st – 23rd, 2013. The race will take place [...]

New Jersey Gas Stations Answer for Price Gouging

Heather DeLuca — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:00:46 +0000

Two New Jersey gas stations have settled claims that they jacked up fuel prices at the pump following Superstorm Sandy. Though the two stations in Clifton and Piscataway have agreed to pay a combined $46,000 to end the price gouging law suits, neither company admitted to any wrongdoing, according to a report on NBC40.net. The [...]

Enjoy Bayfront Living in Longport With This Weekend's SoJO Dream Home [4/12]

Kyle McCann — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:00:30 +0000

We’re back in Longport this weekend with another bayfront beauty you’ll wish you could move right into. You’ll find this weekend’s SoJO Dream Home on Atlantic Avenue in the borough of Longport. It’s one of the few places down the shore where you can be on the bay and still only a block from the [...]

Bayside Pool Helps This Weekend's SoJO Dream Home Shine [4/5]

Kyle McCann — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 17:41:26 +0000

The one thing you miss if you're living on the bay, versus living on the beach, is the chance to take a quick dip in the ocean on an especially hot summer day.

Good thing this weekend's SoJO Dream Home in Ocean City has a pretty nice pool.