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Family Drama Explodes After Woman Wants A ‘Break’ From Hosting Thanksgiving This Year
Nobody really knows how it happens here in America, but it just does for all families that celebrate it. The fact that someone in a family usually is the forever host of all Thanksgiving dinners for the whole family. Usually, you go back to your parents house, with your own...
Carrie Underwood Will Return to ‘Sunday Night Football’ in 2024
For the 12th straight year, Carrie Underwood will sing the opening theme song for Sunday Night Football on NBC. The country veteran has performed "Waiting All Day for Sunday Night" each year since 2013 when she received the torch from fellow country artist Faith Hill. "It’s a road show like...
Possible Second Cold Front Could Bring New York’s First Frost By Labor Day
The leaves are already changing colors across Central New York, meaning the first frost is right around the corner. The Old Farmer's Almanac's prediction of the first frost of 2024 may already be outdated not even a week after issuing it. Why? Another cold front could be heading our way.
14 Country Stars Who’ve Quit Touring + 3 That Tried But Couldn’t Stay Away!
A few of the singers on this list of country stars who've quit touring made a big announcement or launched a farewell tour. A few others just slipped away quietly, with little fanfare or applause. Dolly Parton falls into the latter category. Nobody knew the 2016 Pure and Simple Tour...
Utica City School District Announces Devastating Death of Elementary School Principal
Members of The Utica City School District Community are mourning the devastating loss of one of their own. Newly hired Utica City School District Superintendent Dr. Christopher Spence sent a letter to the Utica School community Tuesday ahead of the back to school season. In the letter, he announced the tragic news of the passing of Ms. Elizabeth Gerling. Gerling was the principal at Columbus Elementary School on Armory Drive in East Utica.
‘1000-Lb. Sisters’ Tammy Slaton Shows Off Shocking 500-Pound Weight Loss
Whether you're a fan of the popular TV show 1000-Lb. Sisters or not, hearing that someone has lost a quarter of ton of extra weight that they have been carrying around is for sure shocking. 1000-Lb Sisters Tammy Slaton Shows Off Incredible Weight Loss. 1000-Lb. Sisters has been on-air for...
Flying Out of ALB? Know Before You Go For Best Airport Departure
It's summer vacation travel season and the Albany International Airport is bustling with travelers and construction. Here are a few important tips to ensure your departure is as seamless as possible. Arrive In Plenty of Time. If you're planning to fly out of Albany, giving yourself extra time is essential....
$778 Checks Still Coming to Homeowners in New York State
You have a FREE check coming from New York State if you are a homeowner and have not received one yet. However, you HAVE TO make sure you sign up by the end of 2024. The average check statewide in 2023 was $778 for the Basic STAR rebate and $1,407 for Enhanced STAR. The State has started sending out basic STAR and Enhanced STAR checks and if you HAVE NOT gotten one, and are eligible, don't worry, you didn't miss out.
Brett Favre Salutes Friend Toby Keith in Emotional Message
It's already been six months since we lost country music legend Toby Keith. Keith was more than a country music superstar; he was a father, a husband, a grandfather and a great friend to many, including Brett Favre. Brett Favre Salutes Friend Toby Keith in Emotional Message. Favre was one...
Walker Montgomery Shares Dad John Michael Montgomery’s Retirement Plans
John Michael Montgomery’s son, Walker Montgomery, is following in his father’s footsteps when it comes to a musical career. With his country legend father stepping away from touring come 2025, Walker talked to Taste of Country ahead of Country Radio Seminar in February about his father’s plans on retirement.
Miranda Lambert Says She Hit Career ‘Burnout’ Last Year
Miranda Lambert is opening up about a patch of career "burnout" that hit her last summer — and the lasting changes she's making to keep a better work-life balance. During her recent appearance on Bunnie Xo's Dumb Blonde podcast, the singer says she got to a point where she'd lost some of her passion for pursuing music. At that point — in the summer of 2023 — she'd been in country music's mainstream for over 20 years.
Luke Bryan Is a Great-Uncle Again! Niece Jordan Welcomes Baby No. 2 [Photos]
Luke Bryan's family gained a sweet new addition earlier this week. His niece Jordan Eudy and her husband Clint welcomed their second child, a baby boy named John Collier. Jordan announced the baby's birth on social media, along with several photos of his first days in the hospital and at home.
Chilly August in New York? Whiteface Feels Like Winter’s Already Here!
You think it's cool for August in New York? It feels like winter has already started at the peak of Whiteface Mountain. As the temperatures drop for a few days, making it feel more like fall in New York, the weather at Whiteface is an entirely different story. Many of...
Best Fall Foliage in America Names 3 Locations in Upstate New York
Hard to believe the leaves are already starting to change color in New York. It'll only be a matter of time before the Mohawk Valley turns vibrant shades of red, yellow, and orange. However, it's still being determined when we will see peak foliage due to a slightly different weather pattern this year.
Feds Seize Popular Sports Streaming Site Used by New Yorkers
A major streaming site that boasted over 15 million monthly visitors had its domain abruptly seized by Homeland Security. If you're a sports fan, chances are you've heard of the name Streameast. The website let fans watch live games for free, allowing them to bypass monthly subscription fees or paywalls.
New York State Fair’s Tasty Tuesday: A Foodie’s Paradise
It's fair time! The New York State Fair is officially open. You can't go to any state fair, especially one of the biggest in the country, and not eat all that delicious food. There are over 100 vendors offering up all types of cuisine. For one day only you can enjoy it for less.
2 Cities With Rudest People Are in New York
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic people have gotten ruder and just plain mean. You'd think the quarantine would've brought more people together but you'd be wrong. Where are the rudest people? Apparently in New York, the rudest state in a new survey on the Best & Worst Places to Live. Pretentious too, losing only to California for that snobby nod.
If You Think Summer Has Surrendered to Colder Weather, Look Again…
There's no doubt. This is cold and abnormal weather for August. But, if you think summer is over and it's time for cool fall weather, think again. While Wednesday is expected to be cool and in the lower 60s once again, warmer summer-like weather is just around the corner. Wednesday's...
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