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Lainey Wilson’s Back as Hannah Montana – And She Met Miley Cyrus!
Lainey Wilson had a full-circle moment during the 2024 Disney Legends Ceremony Sunday night (Aug. 11). Miley Cyrus made history as the youngest person to ever be named a Disney Legend. To honor her, Lainey Wilson took the stage to perform the actress’ hit number “Best of Both Worlds," a song Cyrus would perform on her hit show Hannah Montana.
Walker Hayes Bonds With Young Fan Over His Late Daughter [Watch]
Walker Hayes recently made a young fan's day with a personal meeting, but the singer says that he got even more out of the special moment. It all started when Marty, a young boy in a wheelchair, met Hayes and asked about the singer's footprint tattoo. Hayes explained that he got it for his daughter Oakleigh, who died during childbirth in June 2018.
There’s a Picture of Riley Green Going Around, and He’s Doing What?!
When you think Riley Green, you think country singin', duck huntin', and maybe, underwear wearin'. But a picture of Green that's floating around the internet shows him in a position you've never seen: Sitting in a pedicure chair!. During a recent installment of CMT's Hot 20 Countdown, Green was surprised...
Macy’s Closing 150 Locations & You Won’t Believe What The Empty Stores Will Turn Into
One day, we might be able to tell our kids and grandkids that we used to go to a place called a shopping mall to purchase things in person. Most of us are familiar with the mall setups: you have your anchor stores such as Macy's, JCPenny, Sears and others, then you have the stores that make up the inner-workings of the mall as well.
One Year After ‘Rich Men North of Richmond,’ Oliver Anthony Says, ‘I Never Have to Work Again’
It's hard to believe that it's been a year since the viral sensation of a song, "Rich Men North of Richmond," took over the country. Then a no-name singer, Oliver Anthony became an internet celebrity seemingly overnight. The song takes shots at the shot-callers in America, and it resonates with many blue collar folks.
Here Are the Lyrics to Ella Langley and Riley Green, ‘You Look Like You Love Me’
Ella Langley and Riley Green's "You Look Like You Love Me" sounds like a country throwback, but the lyrics recall a different era of songwriting, as well. The boozy, piano-led, love (for a night) song showcases the warmth of Langley's vocals at the chorus and relies heavy on their supernatural chemistry. What will make this song a hit, however, is the hook.
You’ll Never Guess Which Morgan Wallen Duet Made Pres. Obama’s Playlist
On Monday (Aug.12), former U.S. president Barack Obama revealed his 2024 Summer Playlist, his annual batch of hot new songs and old favorites across all genres. It's no surprise that Morgan Wallen is featured on the list — he's a massively popular star with cross-genre appeal, after all — but the song Obama chose to feature is, at least to country fans, kind of a deep cut.
Watch Jelly Roll’s Teeth Transformation — As Seen by His Dentist!
This spring, Jelly Roll underwent a total dental reconstruction and came out with a fresh set of pearly whites. Jelly's teeth transformation addressed both health and cosmetic issues. When he first went to the dentist, he said he was replacing the veneers he's had for the past two decades, as well as "getting some implants and getting some cavities and wisdom teeth pulled out."
VIDEO – Missouri Family Finds Deer Fawns Have Taken Over Yard
This is one of those "aw" moments that is always possible when you live in certain parts of Missouri. A Lake of the Ozarks family woke up one morning to realize their yard was now wild kingdom as several deer fawns had taken it over and made it their own.
Missouri Man Chased by Creature – It Screamed & Threw Logs at Him
I've had some bad fishing trips in my life, but nothing like what just happened to a fisherman in Missouri. He claims that he was chased by a creature while it screamed and threw logs at him. This terrifying tale was just shared as a short on YouTube by Sasquatch...
Illinois Museum To Host Evel Knievel Tribute Tour
Way before there were extreme sports and Jackass, there was Evel Knievel the greatest stunt performer of all time. The Evel Knievel Tribute Tour Is Making A Special Stop In Illinois. When I was growing up there weren't all sports television channels like ESPN. There were only three major networks...
Snopes Fact-Checked Missouri Cheese Caves So I Fact-Checked Them
When someone decides they're going to fact-check you, how do you know if they themselves have their facts straight? I asked the same question today as I learned Snopes just fact-checked Missouri's infamous underground cheese caves, so I've decided to return the favor and fact-check them. Touché. This was...
Opening Dates for 3 of Northern Illinois’ Most Popular Pumpkin Patches
Ready to experience fall fun in Northern Illinois? Here's when 3 of the area's most popular pumpkin patches will be opening for the 2024 season. As a born and bred Northern Illinois resident, to me, there’s nothing quite like the magic of fall. I love the smells, the tastes, the activities, the hoodies, basically I love just about everything the fall season brings, (except raking leaves!)
Many are Trapped in Trams in Missouri’s Gateway Arch in St. Louis
As a person who's afraid of heights, I can't imagine the terror that some are experiencing right now inside the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri right now. Rescuers are reporting that many are trapped inside in trams right now. This update from the St. Louis, Missouri Fire Department was...
This Bear Tried to Break into Scott Air Force Base in Illinois
I had no idea that black bears had military aspirations, but that's apparently the case for one of these creatures currently touring Illinois as he reportedly tried to break into Scott Air Force Base. It's no secret that bears have suddenly become a common sight in southern Illinois as there...
Carrie Underwood Leads Worship at a Local Church, Sounds Flawless [Watch]
Carrie Underwood has never shied away from her faith in God, and she put her passion on full display while leading worship at a local Tennessee church on Sunday morning (Aug. 11). The country singer took the stage with the worship team at Rolling Hills Community Church in Franklin, Tenn....
Illinois Named Best In America For Retirement ─ Here’s Where We Rank
If retirement is in your near future, it might be a great idea to look at new places to reside. Need a change of pace or scenery? Here's why Illinois might be the best state to settle in. We all dream about retiring someday. I'd pick up and move somewhere...
Illinois Small Town Restaurant Inducted into Vienna Beef Hot Dog Hall of Fame
If you're looking for the best hot dog in Illinois, you might want to hit up the latest restaurant inducted into the Vienne Beef Hot Dog Hall of Fame. We all know someone who loves to tell us where we should go to find the 'best' food or drinks around, but if we're talking about grabbing the best hot dog out there, we should definitely consider checking out the Vienna Beef Hall of Fame.
Jase and Missy Robertson Are Grandparents Again!
Duck Dynasty stars Jase and Missy Robertson have three grown children (Reed is 28, Cole 26 and Mia is 21), and they've been blessed as grandparents to a lot of little people. Reed married Brighton Thompson in October 2016, and they went on to have a little boy and a little girl. In May 2024, they announced that a third baby was on the way.
See this Ground Hole in Missouri? Do NOT Put Your Hand Down There
I like to think that I'm brave, but I'm also sometimes stupid. (Somewhere I imagine my wife is saying "Amen!") That's why I have to remind myself not to put my hand down mysterious holes in the ground in Missouri and that's especially true this time of year. I'll explain.
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