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Brantley Gilbert Sometimes Keeps a Gun on Him Onstage [Exclusive]
There are a few dudes in country music who you wouldn't want to be caught on the wrong side of a back alley with. Brantley Gilbert fits that bill. Gilbert stopped by Taste of Country Nights: On Demand recently, and among the music chatter was some gun talk. The country star is known to be an avid gun collector and supporter of the Second Amendment.
‘American Pickers’ Star Frank Fritz Dead at 60
American Pickers star Frank Fritz has died. He was 60. Fritz's longtime co-star and friend Mike Wolfe broke the news to fans, also sharing that he was by Fritz's side when he passed on Monday (Sept. 30). "It’s with a broken heart that I share with all of you that...
Rascal Flatts Are Back! New Life Is a Highway Tour Planned for 2025
Rascal Flatts will break retirement to launch a two-month-long tour in 2025. The group's Life Is a Highway Tour is set to begin in February. It's their first shows together in over a half-decade. Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney began teasing a reunion on social media in...
Kane Brown Teases Extremely Emotional Song About His Kids [Watch]
When Kane Brown was honored with the Country Champion Award at the People's Choice Country Awards recently, he thanked the people in his life who mean the most to him: His wife and their three kids. "I know my babies are at home watching, so I just want to say...
It’s Pawpaw Season in Kentucky, But Have You Ever Had One?
The Food Network series Chopped is, perhaps, my favorite on the network. It's an elimination contest pitting four chefs against one another who are trying to win $10,000. If you're unfamiliar with the show, the contestants are given baskets filled with ingredients that wouldn't otherwise be compatible in ANYONE'S mind. But the players have to make tasty appetizers, entrees, and desserts nonetheless. Sometimes the ingredients are perfectly normal and recognizable foods that just don't seem to go together. And sometimes, the foods are just plain bizarre.
Oscar Winner, TV Lawyer Once Spent Time in Kentucky — Here’s Why
Just for the heck of it, I decided to look in on the new CBS legal drama Matlock the other night. I wanted to see how they would work the "reboot" gimmick. Even though the creator of the original series starring Andy Griffith gets a mention in the opening credits, I'm not sure it's a reboot in the true sense of the word.
Rascal Flatts Bringing 25th Anniversary Tour to Evansville!
Rascal Flatts are celebrating 25 years with a HUGE tour and a stop in Evansville!. The Rascal Flatts formed in 1999 and have churned out hit after hit ever since. In January of 2020, Rascal Flatts shocked the music world when they announced their farewell tour and their disbandment. After the announcement the COVID-19 pandemic ramped up, and eventually, fans saw the entire tour canceled.
Sip into Fall: Illinois Orchard Unveils Delicious New Hard Apple Cider
A dangerous combo we're here for! Ready to get your hands on Edwards Apple Orchard West's new hard apple cider?. There’s something about their delicious goodies—cheesy apple pies, irresistible apple cider donuts, and sampling apples inside the farm market. Now, my apple orchard obsession has elevated to a...
America’s Largest Truckstop Opens In Illinois Next Month
I hate to break it to the state of Iowa, but your days of sitting on top of the mountain by having the world's largest truck stop located in your state are going to be over in a little over one week from today. Walcott, Iowa has been the home...
Big Lots Suddenly Closing 50 More Stores Including 2 in Illinois
It's been a challenging year for Big Lots after they've closed hundreds of stores and it doesn't appear they're done yet. Today, it was revealed that they are shuttering 50 more stores permanently and that includes at least 2 more in Illinois. You can add 50 more stores to the...
Famous Illinois Airport Is Home To Over 1 Million Bees
You'll never what you'll see at an airport in Illinois but this has to be one of the most strangest things in the United States. I've been to airports including the major ones in Illinois, many times in my life. When I'm in Chicago at O'Hare International Airport, it's usually way too busy or I'm in a huge rush so I really don't have a lot of time or energy to mess around and sightsee.
Illinois Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Postpones Inductions Ceremony
The next class of Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Famers will have to wait until 2025 to be inducted because of issues at the venue. Illinois Music Venue Temporarily Shuts Down Postponing Events. In theory, the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame is a cool thing, especially the museum....
If You Thought Your IL Water Bill Was Expensive, That’s Nothing
Illinois residents received an outrageous water bill. Unless you've been living off the grid in a cave or something, then you know how high prices for everything have gotten. I can't believe how expensive all products and services have gotten in Illinois. When I think about it, I get really concerned about how will I be able to afford products later down the road.
KY Fish & Wildlife Announces Big Fall Surplus Auction
I love it when the police department has their big auctions, even I've never purchased anything. That's right. Despite the fact I've come away empty-handed on multiple occasions, they're still a blast. The same can be said--and often has been by anyone who's attended--for the Kentucky Department of Fish &...
KY Transportation Cabinet’s New Tourism Roadmap Is Ready for Download
Some of you may not remember a time when you unfolded a roadmap, spread it across your steering wheel, and attempted to drive while splitting your vision between the highway and the map in front of you. Thankfully--for many reasons--those days are gone. Hey, I am a huge fan of...
Doing This With a Political Sign in Illinois? It’s Illegal
We are just weeks away from in-person voting, and early voting begins tomorrow. The State Board of Elections says all registered voters can cast their ballot 40 days before the election, which means they can start on September 26. That means the next six weeks are prime voting season, and...
Nonstop from Nashville to Iceland? Bring On Those Northern Lights
I get excited when new packages are announced regarding nonstop flights from Owensboro to Orlando. I'm pretty giddy about this new development that require a bit of a longer drive, but who cares?. Among the extraordinary astronomical events we've gotten to experience in 2024 was an astonishing view of the...
These Have Been Named the Top Three Kentucky Road Trips
When you say "Kentucky road trips," you're speaking my language. When you say "top three Kentucky road trips," you're screaming in my ears. I got it. I'm with you. Yes, I'm excited, but lower the volume. This summer, we set out to venture into parts of the Commonwealth we had...
Have a Big Ole ‘Hay Day’ at This Western Kentucky Hay Bale Trail
Is there any place more beautiful than Kentucky in the fall? As summer ends and we start to see leaves change and pile on the ground, we can pull those flannels out of the closet, freshen up scarves and boots, and get ready to enjoy the beautiful weather. Logan County...
Shame on Whoever’s Drumming Up Misleading New Hurricane Rumors
I'm a weather nerd and have been watching Hurricane Helene since it was a tropical depression and began moving into the Caribbean. They were warning at the time that this was one to take very seriously, and they were absolutely right. Helene came roaring ashore last week in the Big...
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