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Here’s the First Lyric of Shaboozey’s ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’ Explained
It's one thing to get a Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 song after you have put a few out that didn't quite get there. But, if you're country newcomer, Shaboozey, getting to that top spot on your first major song released must be an incredible feeling. Now that the song...
Mark Chesnutt Shares a Health Update After Emergency Heart Surgery
Mark Chesnutt is on the mend after undergoing emergency quadruple bypass surgery last month. The singer checked in on social media over the weekend, giving fans a brief health update and admitting he's itching to get back out on the road. Chesnutt posted a clip filmed at one of his shows, which shows the crowd roaring in excitement during his set.
‘Aggressive” Bear Destroys Home In Upstate New York, Returns
A very "aggressive" bear destroyed parts of an Upstate New York home and returned to the home for more. Officials issued tips so this doesn't happen at your home. The New York State DEC confirmed forest rangers rushed to a home for a "nuisance bear." "Nuisance" Bear Destroys Kitchen In...
COVID Hospitalizations Increase By Over 100% In New York State
Here we go again. COVID hospitalizations have skyrocketed in New York State. These are the symptoms you need to watch for. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul provided a rare COVID-19 update for New Yorkers. Hochul continues to update New Yorkers about COVID, but her updates aren't as often. COVID Spreading...
Carly Pearce Has Not One, But Two New Loves in Her Life [Exclusive]
Carly Pearce's career seems to be on a one-way rocket ship to outer space. She has had mass success in the past few years, and has made many new fans and some money along the way. Carly Pearce Has Not One, but Two New Loves in Her Life. Pearce was...
Devin Dawson + Leah Sykes Welcome Their First Child — See Pics!
The country singer-songwriter and his wife Leah Sykes welcomed their first child, a daughter named Iris Everlaine Durrett, in Nashville last Thursday (July 4.) Little Iris was born on Independence Day, and in his social media announcement, Dawson says his daughter made her grand arrival at 9:13 PM, "as the fireworks lit up the Nashville sky."
From Bullets to Bravery: Upstate New York WWII Hero Remembers
Imagine being faced with unimaginable danger, at an altitude of 20 thousand feet, with a plane falling apart around you. Most of us can only dream of the courage it would take to face such a harrowing situation. But for Mr. Richard Scott of Broome County, this was a reality during his time as a bombardier and navigator in World War II.
Hurricane Beryl’s Remnants Expected To Bear Down on Upstate New York
As Hurricane Beryl makes its way across the United States, the remnants of the storm are expected to reach Upstate New York on Wednesday, potentially delivering heavy and flooding rains. National Weather Service Alerts and Potential Impacts. The National Weather Service is already issuing alerts about possible flash flooding, especially...
Travel Advisory: Road Closure on Route 17 Eastbound in Broome and Tioga Counties
The New York State Department of Transportation has issued a travel advisory for motorists who plan to travel State Route 17 eastbound from the Town of Owego in Tioga County to the Village of Endicott in Broome County. A temporary overnight closure on Route 17 eastbound is scheduled to take...
Unveiling Toilet Row: A New Era Of Ballpark Luxury
Every fan hates to miss any action on the field when they have to run to the bathroom, but this may be taking it a bit too far. The Lake County Captains, the High-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians, have installed a "Roto-Rooter Row" at their home park right behind home plate. The eight "high-end toilet seats" are obviously not your normal seats.
Luke Bryan Now Has His Own Hospital Wing
Luke Bryan and his family are the proud financial backers of a new hospital wing at Williamson Medical Center in Franklin, Tenn. While that doesn't mean the country singer will be the doctor at your next visit, it does mean more medical care options are now available for those in the area.
Vince Gill Fan Drains Her Savings After Falling For Online Scam
A Vince Gill fan in Massachusetts has fallen prey to an online scam so devastating that it drained her retirement and savings accounts and fractured her relationship with friends and family. In a recent episode of the podcast Scammer Stories, a woman who identifies herself only as Jackie shares her...
Toby Keith’s Daughter Shares a Birthday Message For Her Late Dad [Photo]
Toby Keith would have turned 63 on Monday (July 8), and his friends and family are celebrating his birthday for the first time since he died on Feb. 5, 2024. The country star's daughter Krystal Keith — who is a country performer in her own right — shared a brief remembrance of him on social media. "Happy Birthday to our Popster," she wrote, alongside a photo of her dad grinning on a baseball field and holding up a card that reads, "Keep Smiling."
What Do the Red Squares on Buildings in New York Mean?
Recently, my parents and I went out to dinner altogether. As we were driving to the restaurant, we passed an abandoned restaurant. Mom took a look at the building as we were going by, and asked, "Do you guys know what the red square on a vacant building means?" Neither my dad or I knew. I would've sworn Dad would've known since he does real estate appraising, but he wasn't sure.
Southern Tier New York News Recap In Case You Missed It
Every week, we recap some essential local news we reported on 1290 AM/92.1 FM WNBF, our Townsquare Media Binghamton sister radio stations on-air, our websites, and social media platforms. Catch up on local and regional news items in a short recap we reported on for the week of July 1,...
Morgan Wallen Made Country Music History in the U.K.
Morgan Wallen just made country music history during his July 4 show at BST Hyde Park in London. The singer performed in front of a sold-out crowd of 50,000 people making it the largest country concert ever held in the United Kingdom. Morgan Wallen's Historic Show at BST Hyde Park.
Heat Advisory in Effect for Otsego County, New York
The National Weather Service has issued the following advisory:. ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY... *WHAT...Heat index values up to 100 in New York and 103 in Pennsylvania expected. *WHERE...Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania, especially in the valleys. * WHEN...From noon to...
Here Are the Lyrics to Carly Pearce’s ‘Truck on Fire’ [Listen]
Carly Pearce is no stranger to cheatin' songs, but in her new single, "Truck on Fire," she breaks out the pyrotechnics. Fans have seen Pearce sing about heartbreak, loss, betrayal and moving on with hits like "What He Didn't Do" and "Never Wanted to Be That Girl," but this time around, she's showing a more vengeful streak. This song could be right up there with the most searing woman-scorned anthems from Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood.
Full Line-Up of Performers at the New York State Fair 2024
The New York State Fair has been continuously ranked in the Top 5 Best US State Fairs. This historic fair dates back to 1841 and is also known as the Great New York State Fair. Food lovers make sure to stop by the Taste NY Food Truck Competition, where 40 different trucks will compete for the most "New York" items. This has become the largest annual event in the entire state as well as the oldest state fair in the country.
New York Emergency Rooms in Need of Lifesaving Donations, Offering Reward
The American Red Cross recently made a public call for "critical" and "lifesaving" donations needed by emergency rooms across New York State. At the beginning of June, the New York Blood Center declared a critical blood emergency for New York State. With more people on the go during the summer...
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