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What it Means if You See a McDonald’s With Dull Red Arches Instead of Yellow
Well, that's certainly something you don't see when cruising past a McDonald's. One of the fast food chain's franchisees is using red arches instead of the traditional "golden" or yellow ones that are on just about every other of location across the world. Does McDonald's Always Have Golden Arches?. Think...
‘Uncle Si’ Robertson’s New Patriotic Roof Makes the News [Photos]
"Uncle Si" invests in a home upgrade that is so Duck Commander. The reality TV star's unique new patriotic roof even made the local news!. Most people when updating their home, they go for granite countertops, modernizing the interior, maybe opening up the living room. But Si Robertson, "Uncle Si" from the hit show Duck Dynasty is going for a very unique patriotic upgrade for his home.
Which Country Artists Have Performed at the MTV Video Music Awards?
Historically, country has been represented less than genres like pop, rock and hip-hop at the MTV Video Music Awards. That's beginning to change: Jelly Roll, Morgan Wallen, Shaboozey and Tyler Childers are all nominated at the 2024 awards show. Taylor Swift and Post Malone — two artists with country connections — are the two most nominated artists at this year's show, and Beyoncé's country single "Texas Hold 'Em" is nominated for Song of the Year.
BE ALERT: Freezing Weather Is Coming Texas Soon Temperature In Low 30’s-20’s
The Texas heat has truly been challenging this summer. The smoldering heat in the Great State reached numbers so high, that records were broken, and the heat index in Texas was just miserable. Like most Texans were over the heat and summer days, and according to KXAN, that request might be coming quicker than Texas could imagine.
Sam Hunt’s Next Music Video Gives a Rare Peek Into Family Life [Watch]
Sam Hunt typically keeps his family life away from the spotlight. However, fans will get a rare peek into his day-to-day with his wife Hannah Lee Fowler and their two young children in his new music video for his song "Country House," due out on Friday (Sept. 13). The singer...
Major Company Will Track Workers’ Locations in Return-to-Office Crackdown
Ever since the pandemic hit, the shift in power from employer to employee has been taking place. As people were forced to work from home, employers took a leap of faith in letting them, in the sense that if the work can't be physically supervised, it's just kind of work at your own pace.
What It Was Like To Be A Police Officer On September 11 In Lake Charles
It is hard to believe that it has been 23 years since the day America changed forever. Of course, I am talking about the anniversary of September 11th, 2001 when America was under attack. Between the two twin towers in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington DC to the...
Reflecting on 9/11: Where Was Scotty When the World Changed
I graduated from Sulphur High School, Class of 2001—Go Tors! After graduation, I started working at Fletcher's Feed Store in Sulphur, LA. It was a simple job, but I was just starting out, trying to figure out life after high school. Then came September 11th, 2001, a day none of us will ever forget.
List Of Closures in Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana Due To The Weather
Earlier this week, it looked like Francine had her eyes focused directly on Southwest Louisiana prompting officials to make decisions on whether to close things down or leave them open. On the side of caution, local parish and city officials, the school board, and even businesses pulled the trigger and decided to shut things down.
7PM Update: Where And When Hurricane Francine Will Make Landfall In Louisiana
LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA: Hurricane Francine is expected to make impact with the Louisiana coastline on Wednesday afternoon. We have all the details. Hurricane Francine has now reached category one strength; however, meteorologists are saying that you should always prepare for a category higher than forecasted to be on the safe side of your hurricane preparation plans.
The 2024 Louisiana Food & Wine Festival: Lake Charles Events, Tickets And Schedule
If you love to eat Louisiana cusine and consider yourself a connoisseur of the vine, set your sights on Louisiana’s best week of food and wine. Set your calendar to remind you every September from here on out. Come to an event that brings culinary superstars, spirits, and beverage experts from near and far to Lake Charles, LA. for one delicious event.
‘Yellowstone’ Star Jen Landon Shares Emotional Farewell as She Wraps Her Last Day [Picture]
Yellowstone is nearing the end of shooting for the second half of Season 5, and Jen Landon is among the actors who are saying farewell to the show. She turned to social media on Tuesday (Sept. 10) to share her final moments on the set, reflecting on her run on the smash hit program.
4PM Update: Where And When TS Francine Will Make Landfall In Louisiana
LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA: Tropical Strom Francine is expected to turn into a hurricane before making impact with the Louisiana coastline on Wednesday afternoon. We have all the details. TS Francine is currently expected to strengthen to a category one hurricane however, meteorologists are saying that you should always prepare for...
Jim Cantore Stops by Louisiana Shop for Cantore-Inspired Cupcakes
When people see Jim Cantore in their town, it usually means one thing—bad weather is on the way. As a meteorologist known for being on the front lines of severe storms, no one wants to spot him nearby, especially during hurricane season. Unfortunately for Louisiana, Tropical Storm Francine is barreling towards the coastline. After a major shift, it appears to be headed straight for Southeast Louisiana.
Jelly Roll Reveals the Pre-Show Ritual That Keeps Him Healthy [Watch]
Jelly Roll has frequently said that he's "never taken anything more serious" than he's currently taking his 2024 Beautifully Broken Tour. That means taking care of himself, physically and mentally. Now that he's about 10 stops into the tour, Jelly hopped on social media to share his pre-show regimen, and...
‘Yellowstone’ Season 5, Part 2 Preview [Dutton Rules]
Yellowstone Season 5 resumes in two months — is anyone else having a hard time remembering where we left off?. This week's return of the Dutton Rules podcast focuses on the bridge between Season 5, Part 1 and Season 5, Part 2. Sadly, Kevin Costner fell off that bridge,...
2024 People’s Choice Country Awards Performers Announced
Seven country stars are set to perform at the 2024 People's Choice Country Awards this month. Miranda Lambert and Keith Urban lead a group of veterans and newcomers scheduled to play versions of their greatest hits. On Tuesday (Sept. 10), the PCCAs also announced four new presenters. The 2024 People's...
A Big Shift In The Track Of TS Francine: 1PM Louisiana Update
LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA: Tropical Strom Francine is expected to turn into a hurricane before making impact with the Louisiana coastline on Wednesday night. We have all the details. TS Francine is currently expected to strengthen to a category two hurricane however, meteorologists are saying that you should always prepare for...
Luke Combs Roasts Post Malone’s ‘Bootleg’ Merchandise
Luke Combs just put Post Malone on blast for wearing counterfeit "Combs" merchandise during one of his performances. Of course, the country singer was feigning being upset when he shared a photo of Malone to his Instagram Stories. In fact, it sounds like he's more excited that his fellow collaborator would represent him at one of his own shows.
Brantley Gilbert Finds a Buyer for Stunning Log Mansion — See Inside! [Pictures]
Brantley Gilbert has found a buyer for his jaw-dropping log mansion in Georgia, and pictures show a stunning property that lives up to its listing as a "dream country estate." The "Over When We're Sober" singer listed his 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom, 6,484-square-foot log home in Maysville, Ga., on April 8, asking $3.5 million. According to online property sites, Gilbert received an offer, and a deal went into pending on Aug. 28.
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