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5 Things You Shouldn’t Do On The Missouri River In North Dakota
It's summer, and we love spending as much time as possible on the Missouri River. We want to soak up as much sun as possible before the long, dark winter rears its ugly head. With that, I thought it might be appropriate to create a list of 5 things you absolutely shouldn't do when you're on the Missouri River.
Farmer’s Almanac First Frost Predication For North Dakota
It's hard to believe we are even talking about this yet...The first frost of the season in North Dakota. After all, we were just dealing with sweltering temperatures well into the 90s last week. However, as you know in North Dakota the weather can switch like a light switch. Sometimes we can even skip a season and go right from winter to summer or summer to winter. It happens.
Why Steve Martin Won’t Play Tim Walz on ‘Saturday Night Live’
Steve Martin seemed like an obvious choice to play Tim Walz on the upcoming season of Saturday Night Live – but it’s not going to happen. Fans immediately rallied around Martin when the Minnesota governor was confirmed as Kamala Harris’ Democratic running mate in the upcoming presidential election. Martin now confirms that SNL producer Lorne Michaels asked the question, but he's decided to pass on the offer.
Tommy Lee Reveals What Ozzy Osbourne Did After Snorting Ants
Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee has revealed what happened after his band’s notorious gross-out battle with Ozzy Osbourne. It's a well-worn story that bears repeating: In 1984 the rockers were out together on tour. During one infamous drug-fueled stop, Osbourne snorted a line of ants in an effort to prove he was the wildest man of them all. Despite some people questioning if it really happened, the act has since been etched in rock history, and was recreated in Motley Crue’s biopic The Dirt.
Every State Where It’s Illegal to Own an Adorable Axolotl as a Pet
They're cute and they could get you into a lot of trouble. Axolotl have been rising in popularity in recent years thanks to the amphibious creature's appearances in popular video games and as a plush character readily available on store shelves. What Is An Axolotl?. Axolotls are a type of...
Michael Sweet Defends Ten Commandments in Public Schools
Stryper frontman Michael Sweet has come to the defense of a controversial new law in Louisiana. House Bill 71, which was signed by the governor in June, requires every public school classroom to display the Ten Commandments, a decision critics argue goes against the separation of church and state. Sweet isn't one of them.
Which North Dakota Airport Is Often Top 20 Busiest In The USA?
One of my favorite hobbies is watching the skies over North Dakota and looking for airplanes. Specifically, commercial airlines. You would be amazed at some of the big jets that fly over North Dakota airspace. How do I know this?. I have an app on my phone called Flightradar24. It's...
Rod Stewart Adds 12 New Concerts for Spring 2025
Rod Stewart may think his "days are numbered," but that's not keeping him off stage. He announced 12 new dates for 2025 just as a lengthy Las Vegas residency was set to end. "Vegas, I'm having too much fun for this to end so we are coming back for an encore!" Stewart said in a social media post.
The Moment When 10cc Finally Met Their Match
At its peak, 10cc was seemingly untouchable. But all good things must often come to an end and eventually, the '70s hitmakers would have their own version of that moment in a very uncomfortable way. As bassist and vocalist Graham Gouldman recalls, it was sobering when a record exec played...
Barstool’s Dave Portnoy Once Reviewed A North Dakota Pizza Place!
Chances are if you're a living human being on this planet, you've heard of Barstool Sports. It's a sports and pop culture media brand that was founded by David Portnoy in 2003. The company is known for its online vlogging and podcasting. It's grown to be wildly successful, so with...
Rock Records With a Cause: 40 Charity Singles
Music is a powerful force. What better way to harness that power than by using it to raise money and awareness for important causes?. This can be an especially influential move when more than one artist becomes involved, not to mention entertaining. Consider perhaps the most famous charity single of all time, 1985's "We Are the World." Where else would you be able to find Dionne Warwick and Willie Nelson sharing a mic? Or Bob Dylan singing within the same minute as Cyndi Lauper?
Rodney Carrington & Men Down Under Shows Coming To North Dakota
Two new North Dakota shows were announced yesterday that will have you laughing and experiencing the heat. The hilarious Rodney Carrington is coming back to North Dakota for a show of gut-busting laughs on Friday, November 22nd. Rodney's stories and humorous songs are legendary in North Dakota. This American stand-up...
Styx Lineup Changes: A Complete Guide
Styx may have started as a simple neighborhood band, but they evolved into something much bigger. With a career spanning more than 50 years, the group has delivered a bevy of hit songs and platinum albums. They may have been the model of consistency in terms of material, but their lineup has regularly been in flux.
The Ultimatum AC/DC Gave Axl Rose
It’s been eight years since Axl Rose memorably joined AC/DC, but stories surrounding his brief tenure continue to emerge. Chris Slade, AC/DC’s drummer at the time, reflected on Rose’s run during a recent appearance on the On the Road to Rock podcast: “Axl, I think, honestly, he did a great job – tremendous job. He’s not Brian [Johnson], and he wasn’t trying to be Brian – and he also was not trying to be Bon. He’s got a lot of respect for Bon Scott. I know he has – and AC/DC.”
Major Retailer Gets Backlash Over Plus-Size Clothing Options
A clothing retailer with 165 stores across the country has come under fire for what some social media users are calling a pullback from their plus-size clothing options. Forever 21, like many stores that once dominated shopping malls, has seen its share of struggles in recent years. The chain filed for bankruptcy in 2019 only to be bought out of bankruptcy in 2020.
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