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A Funeral Home Is Offering Ghostbusters Themed Burials For Fans
There’s being a fan, and then there’s being a fan for all of eternity. One funeral home in Arkansas has introduced a Ghostbusters urn — which looks like the group’s famous Ecto-1 vehicle — which can hold a true fan’s ashes in perpetuity. If you’re dead-set on a Ghostbusters-inspired funeral, this could be the way to go.
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.
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."
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.
A Maine Tradition: Village Has Been Lighting the Night for Over 35 Summers
We all know and love Old Orchard Beach, Maine, for several reasons. Fireworks displays every week during the summer. Live music along the Pier. Palace Playland. Pier fries. Lisa's Pizza. The 'Swick. The Pier itself in general. But tucked into that popular Maine town whose tradition is to be generally...
Popular Portland, Maine, Thai Restaurant Introduces Late-Night Happy Hour
The summer is in full swing, and Portland, Maine, once again feels alive. A powerful wave of tourism fills the streets, with people from sunrise to the late night hours looking for things to do, sights to see, and places to eat. As most locals and tourists can tell you,...
Live Theatre: Southern Maine’s Summer Stage Lineup
Summer is here in Maine. A few shorts months of the beach, camping, hiking, grilling... all the good outdoor stuff that we anxiously await every year. So far, Mother Nature has been kinder to us than last year, but we are still going to have rainy days. There are plenty...
Fairytale Cottage Alert: Can You Believe This Adorable Strawbale House is in Maine?
Would you look at the cuteness at 470 Auburn Pownal Road, Durham, Maine?. Are those solar panels? Yes, yes they are. Wait. Solar panels and a wood stove? Could it be completely off-the-grid?. Yes, this adorable house is completely independent and off-the-grid. Not only does it have solar panels and...
Maine May Now See Some of that Nasty Weather from Hurricane Beryl
Do you remember your first Maine hurricane weather?. Typically, hurricanes just aren't something we have to worry about in Maine. We can get some strong winds and a bunch of rain, but we've never really had to deal with anything resembling what happens in other parts of the country, like Florida or the Carolinas, or the Gulf Coast. the worst we see usually keeps us indoors for an afternoon.
Major Central Maine Bridge Partially Closed to Traffic Until Early August
In addition to being tourist season, summer in Maine is also road construction season. Considering much of Maine becomes a frozen tundra for a third of the year, it makes sense that most of the state’s road construction would be done during the warmer months. Yes, we know that construction crews work all year long, but the majority happens during the summer.
Walgreens Plans on Closing Stores, but Will Any Be in Maine?
The largest pharmacy chain in America is headed for some tough times. Walgreens announced last week that they would be spending the rest of 2024 "resetting" their business strategy in hopes of being more profitable in the next few years. According to CNN, part of that resetting includes closing more...
Maine Rightfully Named One of the Most Peaceful States in America
I was talking to a friend the other day who lives off the beltway in Northern Virginia. He lives just a few miles from his office, yet is still in his car for over two hours a day. Could you imagine having that existence? Stuck in gridlock, day in and...
Target Making Yet Another Huge Change to Checkout Lanes
Be prepared for yet another update made to the checkout process if you're headed to Target in the coming days. It's been a period of change for customers and employees when it comes to the checkout lane at Target. Shoppers initially saw Target join other retail stores in relying more...
The Secret to Finding Parking in One of Maine’s Busiest Tourist Towns
There is a reason why Maine is nicknamed ‘Vacationland’. For centuries, people have been spending their leisure time in our quiet corner of New England. Back in the 1800s, the wealthy citizens of Boston and New York would often spend their entire summers at our resorts. Some of them even constructed elaborate vacation homes in Maine.
Swimmers Warned About Fecal Bacteria in Maine Beaches
Yes, this is true. It's hard to believe for me as well, but apparently, this is a thing. There is poop on Maine beaches, and officials are sending out warnings as we speak. According to WGME, it's not just sunscreen you need to worry about this summer. For all Maine beachgoers, officials are urging swimmers to check bacteria levels before dipping your toes into the inviting waters.
Two Maine Teen Brothers Found Dead in River on Sunday
Two 17-year-old boys, and brothers, were found dead on Sunday according to an article from WGME 13. The news station is reporting Monday morning that officials received a call at about 11pm on Sunday night about a report of two missing juveniles. Reports indicate that the two brothers, 17, had...
Here’s the Full List of Events at This Year’s Maine Union Fair
This year's Union Fair is set to be a blast. Since 1869, this fair has given New England families memories to last a lifetime!. The Union Fair is widely-known, and offers tons of fun. For those who have never been, this fair is also known as Maine's Wild Blueberry Festival.
Maine Officials Indefinitely Close Portion of Popular ATV Trails
In Maine there are plenty of ways to get outside and enjoy the beautiful natural wonders that surround us. For locals and tourists alike, there is always a way to get outside and enjoy the beauty of the Pine Tree State. From kayaking along Maine's beautiful waterways to hiking some of the most gorgeous peaks this side of the Mississippi, there are 1,001 ways to take it all in.
20 Best Campgrounds in Maine
Camping is as much a Maine tradition as lobster is. Maine is a big state with so much wilderness to choose from. Whether you are into hiking, water sports, lakes, or oceans, it's why we are called "Vacationland". Because we have it all. Part of having it all is packing it all up and living in nature at a campground. Most Mainers have the most amazing memories of growing up and going camping.
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