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Jason Aldean Shares Heartfelt Reaction to Carrie Underwood’s House Fire [Exclusive]
Jason Aldean and Carrie Underwood have long been friends, and they have collaborated together with on a monster smash hit, "If I Didn't Love You." In a new interview, he reacts to news reports of the fire that broke out at her Tennessee home, expressing relief that everyone is okay.
Car Insurance Rates in Michigan Are Getting Even Worse
Without a doubt, my least favorite thing about living in Michigan is car insurance. Every six months I can count on my day getting ruined at the thought of contacting my health insurance provider for a password-protected PDF to give to my car insurance provider to save me from getting gouged by them when that auto-pay hits. But even that extra bit of work hardly keeps my car insurance from being nearly as expensive as my car payment itself.
Riley Strain’s Official Autopsy Answers Key Questions
A medical examiner has finally revealed Riley Strain's official cause of death. The 22-year-old University of Missouri student died in Nashville on March 8 after an evening spent bar-hopping along Lower Broadway. The autopsy and toxicology report was made public on Tuesday morning (June 18) and contained specifics and surprises.
Elvis Presley’s Granddaughter, Riley Keough, Sells Historic Home for Above Asking — See Inside! [Pictures]
Elvis Presley's granddaughter, actor and singer Riley Keough, has sold her historic cottage in Los Angeles, and she made out very well on the sale. Keough, 34, listed her 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 1,191-square-foot cottage in the Atwater Village area of L.A. for just under $1.6 million on April 26. The property found a buyer within weeks and went into pending status on May 13, according to online property sites.
Country Couples With the Largest Age Gaps — No. 1 Is Just Outrageous
There have been quite a few country power couples over the decades — and several of them have had a major age gap in the relationship. From current couples like Jason Aldean and Brittany Aldean, to past couples like Glen Campbell and Tanya Tucker, country music's deep-rooted truths can often be found in the relationships that inspire the songs that are recorded.
Michigan Restaurant Named One Of The Best Retro Diners In America
There's something special about dining at a restaurant in Michigan that serves up classic comfort food in a nostalgic atmosphere that keeps customers coming back for more. And we're lucky to get a taste of one of the best retro diners in America here in the Great Lakes State. Michigan...
5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Run Down Sleeping Bear Dunes
Why do people keep running down the very dangerous Sleeping Bear Dunes? Running down Sleeping Bear Dunes could cost you in more ways than one. Here's why. Sleeping Bear Dunes can be found near Traverse City, Michigan near the pinky of the mitten. Sleeping Bear Dunes has been a National Park for over 50 years receiving between 2 - 3 million visitors a year. Some of these visitors think it would be fun to run down the dunes only to find out they've made a terrible decision.
Wait, Can You Actually Encounter Quicksand in Michigan?
Thankfully there wasn't anything like a catastrophe in recent headlines or a movie that sparked my intrigue, this one is chalked up to genuine human curiosity: Can you find quicksand in Michigan?. With plenty of beach time at Lake Michigan in my near future I suddenly found myself wondering this...
Drugstore Chain Shuts Down 27 More Locations, MI And OH Impacted
Many businesses in Michigan and Ohio have faced financial struggles and staff shortages, and more consumers moving to do business online has led to restructuring efforts to save them. And one drugstore chain that has already shut down several locations will continue closing nearly 30 more stores in Ohio and Michigan.
New Scam Targeting Michigan Victims of Recent Splash Pad Shooting
It’s a pretty sad state of affairs when, after a major tragedy like the recent splash pad shooting in Rochester Hills, less than 48 hours after it happens police already have to warn people not to fall for scams involving the victims. This is a subject that’s a little...
Unexpected Heroes: Michigan Buddies Save Choking Raccoon During Bonfire
You hear stories about someone being at the right place at the right time and saving someone whose choking, but I bet you've never heard a story like this. But I bet you've never heard a story like this. A video posted on Instagram starts out with a man kneeling...
Michigan’s Legendary Pirate’s Park Has Sadly Been Torn Down
It’s always tough having to see a part of your childhood being torn down and raised in order to make room for something new. For me in Rochester Hills, it was seeing the closing of the Four Bears Waterpark in the early 2000s that was a true heartbreaker. I...
Michigan’s 3 Ugliest Fish, and Other Strange Lake Monsters
Did you know that The Great Lakes, and some of Michigan's inland lakes have Jellyfish in them? I know, it's weird, but there is an itty bitty species of freshwater jellyfish that can survive in fresh water, and we have them here. And while that might seem strange, the jellyfish are actually kind of cute looking.
Viral Travel Hack Could Actually Get You Banned From Your Next Flight
Let's face it, airline travel is awful most of the time. Unless you're doling out the big bucks for first class, you've probably been tempted to seek out some travel hacks on social media. There's just one problem with that. You, of course, can't trust everyone online. Airport Pillow Hack...
Indiana is About To Lose Access to This Popular Adult Entertainment Site
The internet is what it is, and you can find just about anything on it. Unfortunately, most of it is "adult entertainment." Yes, one of the largest platforms for internet users happens to be "THOSE" websites with videos and photos, and while there are a LOT of options... like... probably too many... one of the most popular video platforms is about to leave Indiana due to a new law that the online company will simply not comply with.
Social Media Sensation, Noah Knigga Commits to Eastern Michigan
Deciding where you will go to college and what you will major in are two of the hardest decisions you have to make in your life. When you choose to pursue an athletic career beyond high school, that decision only gets harder. You have to think about the campus, the distance, the academics, the social life, the team, workouts, schedules, and so much more.
Jelly Roll Thanks Fans for His Latest Career Milestone
Jelly Roll is sitting on what could be the biggest song of his career after dropping "I Am Not Okay" on Wednesday, June 12. The country singer took to social media to thank his fans for their support. "Thank you for making 'I'm not ok' the biggest release of my...
There May Be Hope For This Suffering National Restaurant Chain After All
Remember how we all shed a tear over the uncertain future of cheddar bay biscuits at Red Lobster last month?. There is now hope the seafood chain might not be hit as hard as initially thought by its recent bankruptcy filing. How Red Lobster Ended Up Filing For Bankruptcy. Rumblings...
Should Governor Whitmer Pardon Misdemeanor Marijuana Convictions In Michigan?
A little over 5 years ago, Michigan's lawmakers and Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the recreational use of marijuana into Michigan law. This would mean that adults over the age of 21 would be able to carry and use marijuana under guidelines that are similar to those surrounding alcohol use and carry. This would prove to be a turning tide in the state as many different opinions formed. Since then, there have been far fewer arrests made for marijuana possession than in previous years which should have been expected.
Darius Rucker Reveals Surprising Fact About Hootie and the Blowfish From Back in the Day (Exclusive)
Darius Rucker's band, Hootie and the Blowfish, had a legendary run back in the '90s. Their album, Cracked Rear View, is one of the highest selling albums in the world, to this day. I recently spoke with the "Wagon Wheel" singer, on Taste of Country Nights with Evan Paul On...
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