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Alan Jackson’s Second Grandchild Arrives! [See Pictures]
Alan Jackson is officially a grandfather to two grandsons!. His oldest daughter, Mattie Jackson, welcomed her first child into the world on Thursday June 20. “One week ago my life was forever changed,” the new mom writes. The new mom shared various photos of their little guy, including the...
Michigan BEWARE: Tesla Recalls All Cybertrucks AGAIN!
Last year, Elon Musk and Tesla entered their electric vehicle model into the truck game. For years Tesla had been servicing the sedan and SUV markets with electric vehicles that were known to have long battery life while also reducing the carbon footprint of the drivers. This would grab the attention of many as we are trying to go green and save our world.
John Deere CEO John C. May Selling Spectacular $3.9 Million Barn Mansion — See Inside! [Pictures]
John Deere CEO John C. May is selling his stunning "barndominium" estate in Illinois, and pictures show a one-of-a-kind property that you have to see to believe. May's 2-bedroom, 4-bathroom, 2,864-square-foot home sits on 80 rolling acres in Port Byron, Ill. Built in 2014, the main residence is fashioned like...
WATCH: Dolly Parton Gets ‘Tricked’ Into Promoting Ryan Reynolds’ Docuseries
Ryan Reynolds is the ultimate jokester and recently he and Rob McElhenney tricked Dolly Parton into promoting his new docuseries, Welcome to Wrexham. He shared the video on social media and although she was technically in on the entire thing, it's still a fun back and forth between the country legend and the men behind the project.
Kinky Friedman, Country Singer and Satirist, Dead at 79
Kinky Friedman — a satirical country singer who also wrote detective novels and once ran for governor of Texas — has died, according to a statement posted to his social media. He was 79 years old. "Kinkster endured tremendous pain & unthinkable loss in recent years but he...
Kelsea Ballerini Responds to What Jelly Roll Said About Her [Exclusive Interview]
Recently, Jelly Roll told Taste of Country who he would include in his presidential campaign if he was running. One of his cabinet members would be Kelsea Ballerini. Kelsea Ballerini Responds to What Jelly Roll Said About Her. I recently spoke with Ballerini on Taste of Country Nights With Evan...
5 Myths About The Great Lakes Only Non-Michigan Residents Believe
In addition to local municipalities Michigan state parks use a color-coded flag warning system to advise potential swimmers of current water conditions.The system is meant to keep swimmers safe. Learn their colors, and in some cases, their consequences. 3 Michigan Gems You've Likely Never Been To Before. From historic to...
Why Was There a Tree on the Beam That Connected the Gordie Howe Bridge?
The Gordie Howe Bridge, just north of downtown Detroit has now been connected to Canada, officially. It's been an undertaking years in the making, and still won't open to travel until sometime next year. It's a huge feat, and was met with applause from workers on either side of the...
Popular Retailer With 46 Michigan Stores Contemplates Closures
Once again, another business is on the chopping block as it has been an almost nonstop fallout from the effects of the shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many businesses were forced to shutter their doors after not receiving the same profits they had in the previous years as everyone was restricted to shopping online as they couldn't interact with one another. We have seen large department stores, mom-and-pop shops, and everything in between fall prey to the circumstances.
Carly Pearce Has Something to Say About Post Malone Going Country [Exclusive]
Carly Pearce is a force within country music nowadays, with a Grammy under her belt, and five No. 1 songs on the country music airplay charts. When she speaks about the talents of another artist, people listen. Carly Pearce Has Something to Say About Post Malone Going Country. I recently...
WATCH: Jelly Roll Drops A HUGE Hint About His Next Album
Jelly Roll announced a tour expansion and performed a new song during a stop on ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live! this week, but that wasn't all. The singer also dropped a big hint about when fans can expect his next album. During his couch interview, guest host Martin Short asked Jelly...
Alan Jackson to Receive a Lifetime Achievement Award for Songwriting
This September, Alan Jackson will receive yet another award that lauds his G.O.A.T. status. The Country Hall of Famer will be honored with the Kris Kristofferson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 Nashville Songwriters Awards ceremony. Each year, this award celebrates a songwriter whose work has "made a significant contribution...
Why Kelsea Ballerini Picked Noah Kahan for ‘Cowboys Cry Too’ [Listen]
Kelsea Ballerini recalls the day she wrote her new single "Cowboys Cry Too." She also remembers listening to her duet partner nervously share his lyrics. "He opens his mouth and sings this whole verse and I just was like, 'Oh my gosh,'" Ballerini says of Noah Kahan, an artist she has long admired. Turns out the feelings were mutual.
See Your Favorite Country Stars Rockin’ Their Sunglasses!
What is it about sunglasses that instantly make someone cooler? Is it the mystery of their eyes being concealed? Or maybe it's just another layer of their style expression that makes sunglasses the perfect accessory. Perhaps shielding your eyes from harmful UV rays is what give someone true swagger. National...
Jelly Roll Adds New Dates + Opening Acts to His 2024 Tour
Jelly Roll's 2024 tour hasn't even kicked off yet, but it's already getting even bigger. On Wednesday (June 26), he unfurled another round of dates for the Beautifully Broken Tour, already set to be the singer's biggest headlining arena trek. Ernest, Shaboozey and singer-songwriter Allie Colleen — who also just...
Jason Aldean Remembers How Big & Rich Helped Launch His Career
Next year, Jason Aldean will celebrate 20 years since he debuted with "Hicktown." He may owe Big & Rich a phone call or a thank you gift. The pair were instrumental to helping Aldean — then a struggling songwriter — launch. "Those were my boys back in the day," he says of Big Kenny Alphin and John Rich.
5 Best Companies to Work For in Kalamazoo
Looking for a career change? Here's a list of the best companies in Kalamazoo to work for and why. On average American adults change their careers 2-3 times in their lifetime. Making a big change isn't easy. One tool that may be helpful in a big life decision like a career change is a list of the best companies to work for in the area you live or want to live. Luckily, Zippia.com finds the best companies to work for in Kalamazoo every year,
RECALL: Michiganders, Get Rid of This Ice Cream in Your Freezer Right Now
I've always been a champion of the foods that don't try to kill me. And up until recently, ice cream has been my constant, my rock, and one of the most reliable foods in my fridge and freezer. Something that CAN'T be said about vegetables on a regular basis. However,...
This Destructive Invasive Species Is About To Terrorize Michigan Crops
We are in full gardening gear here in Michigan, being in the heart of summer. They’re going to be a lot of flowers, budding and vegetables starting to make that slow climb to ripeness. But there is an invasive species that originally came from Japan and eastern Russia that can cause, a lot of devastating impacts to lawns and turf grasses.
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