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Report Claims Missouri ‘a Sacrifice State’ During a Nuclear War
I think there's an argument to be made that there would be no good place to be if a nuclear war were to happen. That being said, there's a recent report that claims Missouri might be an especially unpleasant place to exist during an end of days conflict as the plan was for it to be a 'sacrifice state'.
Newsweek Says These 10 Hospitals are the Best in Missouri
If I were you, I wouldn't take my advice about what Missouri hospital you should trust. Fortunately, you don't have to. Experts that are much smarter than myself have crowned 10 hospitals in Missouri as the best in the state. The publication I'm referring to is Newsweek. They released their...
Why are There Mothman Sightings in Missouri? Is Tragedy Imminent?
Some claim it looks like a giant bird. Many will describe eerie red eyes that seem to stare right through them. Nearly all that have witnessed this creature believe it is a harbinger of doom. That begs the question why there are now Mothman sightings being reported in Missouri? Is tragedy imminent?
Stunning Post Malone Facts: 11 Things Country Fans Need to Know
Post Malone may not be the man you think he is. These 11 facts about the "I Had Some Help" singer shed light on his childhood, beliefs and mistakes. Plus, you'll learn the real reason he has so many face tattoos. Everyone knows Post Malone (Austin Richard Post) was born...
Morgan Wallen Postpones a Handful of Shows Due to Illness
Morgan Wallen is rescheduling a few shows on the 2024 leg of his One Night at a Time tour due to an undisclosed illness. The country singer says he "powered through being sick" during his first night in Tampa, Fla. on July 11, but would be unable to perform the second night on July 12.
What is Illinois’ Favorite TV Game Show?
Does the Land of Lincoln love Jeopardy!? What about Wheel of Fortune, or Family Feud? What's your favorite TV game show. I am a game show lover. Just last night I watched the entire episode of Celebrity Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? on ABC and wished there was still a regular person version I could apply for.
Video of Meteor Exploding Over Illinois Near Space Station in Sky
Some that went outside late Friday night in Illinois to observe the passing of the International Space Station got a big surprise as a meteor exploded in the sky near the ISS. There are already dozens of reports of this fireball from the American Meteor Society that was seen over Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Michigan and Wisconsin. The timestamp on the reports say this was visible at approximately 11:03pm Friday night, July 11, 2024.
Patrick Mahomes + Wife Brittany Are Expecting Another Baby: ‘Round Three’
Super Bowl champion Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany are on the way to becoming a family of five after announcing they are expecting they're pregnant with their third child. Brittany made the news public as she shared a behind-the-scenes video of a family photo shoot that included a reel of sonogram photos.
Why You Shouldn’t Wear a T-shirt in Swimming Pools This Summer
More and more public pools (and even some private pools) are banning their guests from wearing T-shirts when swimming. But it's not just about keeping a strict dress code or swimmer safety. Why Pools Ban Some Shirts In Pools. It doesn't matter why you'd want to wear a T-shirt while...
Illinois Drivers Have Most Fatal Crashes in These 3 Brands
According to this new study, the odds you'll die in an automobile crash are significantly higher if you are behind the wheel of this brand of vehicle. Using over 10 years of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), GlassDoctor.com used crash information to determine which brand of vehicle was involved in the most crashes that involved a fatality.
Cracker Barrel Customers Outraged Over New Modern Design
Cracker Barrel is making news for a modern revamp of their old country style interior. Just recently, the famous biscuit restaurant tried to update the old horse and buggy aesthetic to a more "Chip and Joanna Gaines" style. Check out some of the updates below that enraged some loyal fans.
Yelp claims Illinois has one of the Top 10 Tattoo Shops in the US
IF (and that is a big if) you are going to get a tattoo, why not have one of the best of the best in the US do the tattoo for you? Here is the place Yelp claims is not only the best tattoo shop in Illinois, but one of the ten best in the entire US...
The Oldest Motorcycle Club in the World was Founded in Illinois
One of my favorite shows was Sons of Anarchy. It opened my eyes to motorcycles, and even more, motorcycle clubs. Illinois has a big history with motorcycle clubs, it's home to one of the oldest clubs in the world. Founded in the mid-30s The Outlaws were founded by Electro-Motice Company...
Heat Dome Could Ignite Storms and Derechos Over Illinois Soon
It looks like the weather pattern over Illinois is about to get excitable again. A new forecast says the incoming heat dome which will cause temperatures to spike into the 90's is expected to ignite a storm pattern that could even include derechos in parts of the Land of Lincoln.
Megan Moroney Requires Some Interesting Things Backstage at Every Show [Exclusive]
When an artist or a band roll into town, they have a contract signed to play a venue for a certain amount of money. Part of that contract is supplying everything the artist needs to feel most comfortable before and after their performance. Megan Moroney Requires Some Interesting Things Backstage...
Shania Twain Named 2024 People’s Choice Country Awards Host
The People's Choice Country Awards is returning for its second year in 2024 with a country veteran at the helm — Shania Twain. Country music's newest award show also announced it will be airing live on NBC on Thursday, Sept. 26 with streaming available on Peacock. "Consider this your...
Missouri Field Hides a 10,000 Square Foot Luxury Doomsday Bunker
This proves the validity of the don't just a book by its cover saying. What appears to be a somewhat normal Missouri field actually hides a 10,000 square foot luxury doomsday bunker underneath. It's one of the most elaborate "end of days" living quarters you'll ever see. I saw this...
Lainey Wilson Reveals She Has Two Celebrity Crushes: Who Are They?
Lainey Wilson is constantly flying up the charts with her music. She is also lighting up social media with her fun, cheeky and loving relationship with her man, Devlin Duck Hodges. But, that doesn't mean the country superstar doesn't still have celebrity crushes, and in a recent interview she revealed...
Illinois Among the Happiest States in America for 2024
We all want to be happy and live our lives, and where we live can help with that dream. Well, a new ranking proves that people living in Illinois are among the happiest in America. The American Dream. Owning a home, getting that dream job, and raising a family is...
Beware of Passport Renewal Scams for Illinois Travelers
Stay vigilant against passport renewal scams that could compromise your personal information and travel plans this year. I remember when I got my first passport. It was such a process; I had to send in my Social Security Card for verification and they'd send it back in them mail weeks later. I was incredibly nervous someone was going to steal my identity.
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