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Parents’ ‘Surprise’ Anniversary Dance Cut From Wedding Video
A bride on Reddit was fuming after her parents, who didn't "contribute financially or help plan any aspect" of her wedding, performed a surprise anniversary dance at her destination wedding. "Unbeknownst to us, my parents went to our wedding planner and requested a special dance to celebrate their 40th wedding...
New Kids on the Block Had Fun on the Road With These Iconic Artists (EXCLUSIVE)
New Kids on the Block are currently on their Magic Summer 2024 Tour, a nostalgic reference to their 1990 stadium tour of the same name. Over the decades, Danny Wood, Donnie Wahlberg, Joey McIntyre and brothers Jonathan and Jordan Knight have traveled the world entertaining millions of fans. Along the way, they've toured with the likes of Lady Gaga, who opened for NKOTB on their 2009 Full Service Tour, as well as Jesse McCartney and '80s pop icon Tiffany.
North Dakota’s Carson Wentz Training Camp Blooper
North Dakota's Carson Wentz is now a member of the Kansas City Chiefs. Training camp has begun for the Chiefs and Carson Wentz is expected to back up Patrick Mahomes at quarterback this season in Kansas City. That's if he doesn't hurt himself first. More on that in a moment.
North Dakota Fishing Adventures: Tips, Tricks, And The 2024 Fishing Challenge
Fishing in North Dakota is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors! With its countless lakes, rivers, and reservoirs, there’s no shortage of prime fishing spots. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, North Dakota offers a variety of fishing experiences year-round. From the excitement of...
Can You Identify These Objects From the 1980s?
The vibrant '80s were a technicolor dream, defined by an era of excess and neon-lit nights. However, some argue that this extravagant image was largely a Hollywood portrayal, and in reality, many of us were financially stretched, surrounded more by faux wood wall paneling than by bright greens and yellows. But let's keep that between us—Barbie might not appreciate the truth.
Billy Ray Cyrus Seemingly Slams Miley Cyrus and More in Shocking Leaked Audio
Billy Ray Cyrus is under fire for seemingly bashing his daughter Miley Cyrus in leaked audio clips circulating on social media, according to Page Six. In one clip, Billy Ray slammed his ex-wife Tish for having two children from previous relationships before she married him in 1993. "The other two...
Look For ‘Chucker’s Sports Bar’ In Mandan, North Dakota
Chucker's Sports Bar is something new you will soon see in Mandan. There's an event coming up next month that you might want to check out: the unveiling of "Chucker's Sports Bar." Technically, this bar has been in Mandan for a while, but soon, it will have a whole new...
How Actors Keep From Getting Aroused in Those Steamy Sex Scenes
While some sex scenes in movies are comical, there are others that last just a minute with barely enough time to care about yet forward the plot line that two people did the deed. There's also those where the camera pans away leaving everything to our imagination while solidifying that...
Sisqo’s Iconic ‘Thong Song’ Was Inspired by a True Story (Yes, Seriously!)
Everybody knows Sisqo's iconic "Thong Song," but did you know it was actually inspired by a true story?. "This is really what happened. I s--t you not!" Sisqo shared in a recent interview posted to TikTok. He explained that he was in the studio working on a new song with...
Watch Gerry the Giraffe Get a Neck Adjustment From a Chiropractor
Have you ever been to a chiropractor? While they're clearly used to our human bodies, adjusting our backs, hips, and of course, necks, imagine having to work on the largest neck in the world. A rancher in Oklahoma noticed that his giraffe, Gerry, was having trouble moving his jaw to...
Infamous Extreme Haunted House Owner Russ McKamey Accused of Attempted Murder
The owner of a viral, extreme haunted house, Russ McKamey, has been accused of attempted murder. Content warning: sexual violence. McKamey has been charged with repeatedly assaulting, raping and attempting to murder his girlfriend over a period of three days, according to court documents obtained by HuffPost. The haunted house...
Are ND Construction Zone Speed Limits Enforced With No Workers?
You see it all over Bismarck-Mandan: Dun dun dun... construction. It's definitely taken some getting used to; roads are closed, detours are set up, there are cones everywhere—it's a lot. I better not complain, I know construction crews are working incredibly hard to fix our roads; my hat's off...
Man’s ‘Spoiled’ Adult Son Scoffs at $7,000 Offer Toward Wedding
A man on Reddit believes his son is "spoiled" for not being happy with the money he offered him for his "extravagant" wedding. "My son, 23, is engaged to Peggy, 22. They have been engaged for five months or so. Our culture dictates that Peggy’s father and I share the costs for their wedding. Her father said we should provide $10,000 each, a total $20,000 budget," the dad wrote on Reddit, according to HuffPost.
Exploring The 15 Tallest Buildings In North Dakota
Okay, it's no secret. There are not a lot of skyscrapers in the Rough Rider State. However, we have a few buildings that might make your loins quiver if you are afraid of heights like me. Heck, I get scared on a six-foot ladder. With that being said, I have...
LOL: Did Trump Steal This Speech From ‘Legally Blonde’?
Did Donald Trump really steal this speech from Elle Woods?!. Social media users are LOLing after a side-by-side video was posted on Twitter/X and TikTok recently. The hilarious, ironic clip sees Trump seemingly copying Reese Witherspoon's iconic character Elle Woods' Harvard graduation speech from Legally Blonde nearly word for word.
Whoa! Dramatic Video of Whale Capsizing a Boat as It Leaps Out of the Water
First of all the boaters are just fine, and I'm sure the 40-ton humpback whale is, too. Now, let's head to the seacoast of New Hampshire in the beach town of Rye, an hour north of Boston. According to the Boston Globe Media website, a whale breaching the Atlantic Ocean...
Parents Arrested After Racking up $60,000 Debt in Daughter’s Name
A woman on Reddit reported her parents to the police after she found out they racked up $60,000 of debt in her name by taking out "credit cards and loans." "I don't have a key to the mailbox so I never saw the bills or anything. I just finished my third year of university and I was going to move out. That would require me to get a credit check and stuff," the woman wrote.
Unveiling The Oldest Tree Ever Recorded In North Dakota
I live on a piece of property where growing trees is a challenge. That might be an understatement. The sandy soil south of Lincoln is more conducive to growing sandburs rather than evergreens. Still, every spring I find myself looking for the best deals on new trees that might grow in the giant sandbox of a yard that I live in.
Exploring Affordable Living in the U.S.: North Dakota Ranks 4th
I caught this over the weekend on CNBC, and it rang my bell because I am single. Living expenses can significantly impact one’s quality of life, and understanding where it's most affordable to live is essential. According to a recent SmartAsset analysis, as a single individual, you need an annual income of $40,000 to cover basic expenses in the cheapest U.S. states. This analysis highlights the most cost-effective states, with North Dakota ranking 4th.
In Bismarck – Another Chance To See The Greatest Show On Earth?
Hey look - even if it's a SLIGHT chance to see the "Greatest Show On Earth" I promise you there will be heads looking towards the skies TONIGHT. "This is a prediction of the intensity and location of the aurora borealis tonight and tomorrow night over North America. It also shows a 'viewline' that represents the southern-most locations from which you may see the aurora on the northern horizon.This product is based on the OVATION model and uses the maximum forecast geomagnetic activity (Kp) between 6pm and 6am US Central Time.
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