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Is Country Music The New Rebellion Genre?
While diehard fans have always known that country music is cool, there has been a surge of new fans crossing over into the genre. Much of this has been driven by artists such as Beyonce and Post Malone taking a swing at country-leaning projects, but perhaps there is another reason — rebellion.
Joe Bonsall’s Legacy in the Oak Ridge Boys Is WAY Bigger Than Just Music [Opinion]
When I read the news that Oak Ridge Boys singer Joe Bonsall had died on Thursday (July 9), my first thought was sadness at the loss of someone everyone in country music will remember as one of the genuinely bright lights in the business. My second thought was, 'Wow ......
Michael Ray Caught Kissing a Reality Star — See the Photo!
Michael Ray hard launched a new relationship with reality star, Audrina Patridge. Patridge rose to fame after appearing in the hit reality series The Hills, which blew up in 2006. She also was an actress in some movies of the era, including Honey 2 and Into the Blue 2. The...
Hospitals In Austin, Texas With The Worst Patient Safety Grades
When you or a loved one go for treatment at a hospital you want to have the confidence that they will give great care to their patients. We have all the details on the patient safety grades for every hospital in Austin. Did you know there is a website where...
Area Near HGTV Homes Heavily Damaged By Hurricane Beryl
The effects of Hurricane Beryl making landfall in Texas are being felt in an area once featured on a popular HGTV TV show. Millions were left without power after Hurricane Beryl slammed parts of Texas on Monday. Photos from the area show heavy flooding along the coastline, including Surfside, Texas.
Country Stars Mourn Loss of Oak Ridge Boys Singer Joe Bonsall: ‘Heartbroken’
Longtime Oak Ridge Boys singer Joe Bonsall has died at the age of 76, and a number of his fellow country stars were among those who turned to social media to share their tributes to the late country legend. How Did Joe Bonsall Die?. Bonsall died on Tuesday (July 9)...
Louisiana, Gypsy Rose Just Hit Us With A Surprise Pregnancy Announcement
If Gypsy Rose has your head spinning since she got released from prison, now we have all the details on her latest announcement about being pregnant. If you've been watching her mini-series on the Lifetime Channel, this may come as a shock to viewers. Gypsy was so resistant when talking about having children with her then husband, Lake Charles teacher Ryan Anderson, who she filed for divorce. She would say the timing isn't right with the media circus around them and that they needed to wait until their life leveled out.
Remember When Post Malone Turned His Utah Mansion Into a Doomsday Bunker?
If the world should end during Post Malone's lifetime, he knows exactly where he will be — right at home in Utah. When the rapper purchased a gorgeous home in Cottonwood Heights in 2018, he went to work turning it into doomsday bunker. And while he has yet to reveal specific details about his end-of-the-world amenities, he says the home is "gonna be fun until the world ends, but when the world ends, it's gonna be functional."
This Is The Best All-You-Can-Eat Buffet In Texas
There's so many restaurants in the state of Texas aren't there?. From BBQ to Italian, you have a lot to consider if you're hungry in the Lone Star State. Suffice to say, one will find something to eat eventually. But sometimes, that choice is harder than one might expect. Maybe...
Oak Ridge Boys Singer Joe Bonsall Dead at 76
Joe Bonsall, a tenor singer and longtime member of the Oak Ridge Boys, died on Tuesday (July 9) of complications from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS.) He was 76 years old. His death was announced in a statement from the band's publicity team. Bonsall announced his retirement from touring back in January due to the progression of his illness.
Discount Retail Store Found in Nearly Every State Shuttering Locations
Yet another discount store could be headed for disaster as it begins to close locations. Let's first look back at the first half of 2024 and the growing issues among discount retail stores. Family Dollar, which is owned by Dollar Tree, announced plans to close nearly 1,000 stores throughout 2024....
Changes To Benefits Coming To Texas Sam’s Club Locations
Are you a Sam's Club Member? If you are, it appears they are making changes to some of their membership plans. We've got all of the details from the company on the changes that are coming. Sam's Club is an American network of membership-only warehouse club retail outlets owned and...
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.
Changes To Benefits Coming To Louisiana Sam’s Club Locations
Are you a Sam's Club Member? If you are, it appears they are making changes to some of their membership plans. We've got all of the details from the company on the changes that are coming. Sam's Club is an American network of membership-only warehouse club retail outlets owned and...
I-10 Eastbound Shut Down, Traffic Being Diverted
Per the Louisiana State Police, all lanes of I-10 Eastbound are now open. The Louisiana State Police The Louisiana State Police is reporting that I-10 East at U.S. 165 is shut down for a crash. Traffic is being diverted to 165 South, U.S. 90, across to LA 101 (Lacassine), where they can get back on I-10 East. --LSP.
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."
Lake Charles Featured On The Food Network This Sunday, July 14th
Lake Charles, Louisiana will be featured on a national stage this weekend and food will be the show's highlight. Do you remember when the Food Network came to Lake Charles a few months ago to film? The show has now been edited and is ready to go and the show will air this weekend across the United States on the Food Network.
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