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Why Brantley Gilbert Needed Ashley Cooke for ‘Over When We’re Sober’
One of the reasons Brantley Gilbert wanted Ashley Cooke to join him on his new single "Over When We're Sober" is because he knew his famous co-writer couldn't. Gilbert, Brock Berryhill and Justin Wilson wrote the song with Jelly Roll during a songwriting weekend at Lee Brice's farm. "There were...
Exploring 4 Notorious Criminals From The Lone Star State
Texas has a deep history that stretches back centuries, and with it comes stories of legendary figures - not all are on the right side of the law. From bank robbers to gunslingers, Texas is no stranger to outlaws. According to an article from Chron, there are quite a few....
Why Terri Clark Turned Down $1 Million Playboy Deal
Just imagine turning down $1 million dollars — but keeping it clean comes at a price. Terri Clark is no stranger to country music with '90s hits such as "Poor, Poor Pitiful Me" and "Better Things to Do" under her belt. Just recently, on the Bobby Bones Show, Clark spoke of a time where she had to turn down a life changing amount of cash to keep her "meet and greets" from getting "weird."
Country Artists’ Last Pre-Fame Regular Job
As country music fans, we open our favorite music streaming sites, we download and listen to our favorite songs and pay our hard-earned money to go see our favorite artists play live in front of thousands. But, have you ever stopped to think what these uber-famous, successful and wealthy country...
The Truth About Riley Strain’s Fraternity Brothers
Riley Strain’s family’s personal investigator says the public has been fed a lot of bad information about the 22-year-old's fraternity brothers and their actions the night he went missing. Steve Fischer’s note on X (formerly Twitter) clarifies why it took so long to file a police report and...
National Bring Your Dog to Work Day: Country Edition
These days dogs are not just pets — they're family, constant companions and, in some cases, co-workers. It's not uncommon to find pet friendly places around town where dog owners can bring their pups to enjoy coffee, a meal or just a cocktail. In fact, some people would rather spend their time with their pets than other humans.
Fans Are Upset After Kevin Costner Confirms His ‘Yellowstone’ Fate
Kevin Costner has confirmed that he will not be returning to Yellowstone for its upcoming final episodes, and fans are upset with the news. The Oscar-winning actor and director turned to social media on Thursday (June 20) to reveal that after the very public back-and-forth that he's engaged in with the show's producers over the last year-plus, he will not return for the second half of Yellowstone Season 5, which is set to premiere in November.
Once Beloved Mall Brand About to Make Triumphant Return After 15 Years
It's the 1990s all over again. At least that's what one brand is banking on as it teases a return several years after closing its doors. At one time, seemingly every mall in America was occupied by the same stores selling clothing to tweens and teens. Shoppers came to expect these stores in just about every shopping mall:
7 ‘Carol Burnett Show’ Characters Who Still Make Us Laugh
Comedy can quickly become outdated as styles, mannerisms, and references lose their appeal faster than ever. This rapid evolution often leaves some TV shows seeming outdated in no time at all. That said, when you revisit some of the more popular recurring sketches from The Carol Burnett Show, it becomes...
Texas Is Number One To Many Things, But None More Important Than This
In America, we have over 2 million military personnel, and that number doesn't include the nearly 800,000 civilians. Of that number, just shy of 1.3 million of those members are active. With Texas being such a large state, we are home to a lot of them. Not only do many...
Sriracha is Turning From Red to Brown on Store Shelves; Here’s Why
What was once a fiery red color on grocery store shelves has turned a dull brown without much explanation. Sriracha's distinct shade of red was a precursor to the heat that awaited users after squirting the sauce on top of things like noodles and Asian-inspired dishes. Now, that red seems to have gone away.
Surgeon General Wants to Put a Warning Label on Social Media
So far in our lifetimes, we have seen warning labels placed on a lot of things that we use everyday. From cigarettes to music that we purchase, a warning label exists to let us know of the risks we are taking if using said product. According to AP News, the...
The Top 7 Safety Tips to Survive the Hot Texas Summer Heat!
In Texas, temperatures fluctuate from the mid-80s to just above the century mark. In June of last year, some summer days saw temperatures as high as 110° and higher. So as we prepare for summer outdoor activities the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department says we should follow some simple safety tips.
‘Yellowstone’ Reveals Premiere Date for Final Episodes — See the Teaser!
Yellowstone fans, rejoice! Paramount Network has revealed the much-anticipated premiere date for the second half of Season 5. In a press release Thursday (June 20), the network revealed that Yellowstone will premiere on Paramount on Sunday, Nov. 10, at 8PM ET. The news comes after a long delay between the...
5 Dangerous Street Gangs To Watch Out For In Texas
Throughout Texas, the presence of street gangs isn't just a storyline for movies; it's a real-life thing that affects many communities. You find them everywhere from the busy streets of Houston to the quieter parts of smaller towns. These gangs have carved out their territories, impacting everything from local economies to public safety.
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