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Why You Absolutely Shouldn’t Dump Salt Down Your Drains
A trend has emerged that has people pouring large amounts of salt down the drains in their home. It's not about cutting salt out of their diets. Salt is becoming a go-to solution as a way to make a cheap drain cleaner. But salt alone can't get the job down.
Top 2025 South Dakota Football Prospect Commits to Nebraska
Shawn Hammerbeck certainly had a lot of interest and options for where he could possibly play his college football. The top prospect across the state of South Dakota in the Class of 2025 made his destination official on Wednesday, announcing that he has committed to play for Coach Matt Rhule and the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
Blake Shelton + Gwen Stefani Swap Love Notes on Their Third Anniversary
Wednesday (July 3) marks another year of marriage in the books for Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani. Now three years into wedded bliss, Shelton and Stefani celebrated their special day by posting some of their favorite photos together. Shelton opted for a recent shot, sharing a photo that looks like it was likely taken at the ACM Awards this May.
How to Mow Breathtaking Patterns Into Your Lawn
Your house can be the showstopper on the block with the right equipment and a few hours of work on your lawn. Eye-catching patterns mowed into lawns have become popular thanks to a series of recent tutorials shared on social media. Some of these patterns were only thought to be...
Here’s How to Celebrate the Fourth of July with Lee Greenwood
The year was 1984. A rather unfamiliar country artist named Lee Greenwood released a song that he wrote and recorded, called "God Bless the U.S.A." It's now been 40 years since the song's release, and each year on the Fourth of July, the song gets resurrected all across America, and played at picnics, fireworks displays and get togethers all across this great land.
Taste of Country Fans Pick Who Should Replace Katy Perry on ‘American Idol’
The next season of American Idol is going to look different. It's already been confirmed that Katy Perry will not be returning to the judges' table alongside Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. Whether or not Bryan and Richie return has not yet been confirmed, but for now it looks like they will be staying in their current positions. Host Ryan Seacrest is expected to return as well.
World’s Best Burgers: Two Sold in South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota
There's a pretty good chance that sometime this summer you are going to find yourself on the business end of a thick, juicy, delicious cheeseburger. But as good as your favorite burger might be, are you missing out on some of the best creations the planet has to offer?. The...
Toby Keith’s Best Fourth of July Songs, Ranked
While there are many patriotic songs in country music, there are few artists whose names are synonymous with all things red, white and blue. Toby Keith is easily one of the biggest fans of the United States and those who defend her each and every day. Toby Keith's Love for...
Who is the ‘Hawk Tuah’ Girl?
The internet's latest viral sensation comes with long blonde hair, a strong Southern twang and an undeniably NSFW sense of humor. Haliey Welch — aka The "Hawk Tuah" girl — shot to overnight superstardom last month after she stole the show in a man-on-the-street interview with Tim & Dee TV.
South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa Hot Dog Perfection
US Foods recently did a survey about all things "hot dogs" and came up with some really interesting and fun information. Hot dogs are an all-American July 4th tradition, but regardless of when Americans eat them, they are beloved, by almost everyone. 93% of Americans eat hot dogs and 91% admit to loving them. We don't know what the deal is with hot dog haters, so for the purposes of this article, we'll just ignore them!
Kane Brown’s Daughters Meet New Baby Brother for the First Time [Watch]
Kane and Katelyn Brown just welcomed a new baby boy, and it seems that everyone in the fam is equally excited. Check out the happy big sisters — Kingsley, 4, and Kodi, 2 —meeting their new baby brother, Krewe, for the first time. "How has it already been...
The 20 Best Corny Pickup Lines in Country Music Lyrics
From cheesy to sweet, country music has produced some truly unforgettable pick up lines. In this genre, most pick up lines err towards the redneck side of things — so you're more likely to find artists who are trying to woo their sweethearts with trucks, farm vehicles and jars of moonshine. In fact, the top song on this list centers around one downright unsexy insect.
Fireworks and PTSD: Tips For A Veteran-Friendly Fourth Of July
As we celebrate our nation's independence, remember to respect the men and women who have spent parts of their lives serving the nation. The explosion of fireworks can seem like summer fun to many, but they can trigger serious PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) symptoms in combat veterans. Dr. Jeffrey...
Chocolates Sold in Iowa Part of Massive Recall
Chocolates sold in Iowa and eight other states are part of a massive recall due to a risk of Salmonella poisoning. Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drugs Administration initiated a recall on more than four million pounds of chocolate and confectionary products from Clasen Quality Chocolate in Madison, Wisconsin.
Jason Aldean Reveals the Most Expensive Automobile He Owns [Exclusive]
If you check the garages and driveways of some of country music's biggest superstars, you most likely will find a few really expensive items: Trucks, off-road vehicles, boats, hunting equipment and more. Jason Aldean Reveals the Most Expensive Automobile He Owns. I recently had the "Let Your Boys Be Country"...
Myth? Are Fireworks Punks Really Made Of Camel Poop?
July 4th in South Dakota comes around and someone invariably spouts off, hey did you know that the punk you use to light fireworks are made out of camel poop?. Since we're coming up on the biggest weekend of summer I thought I'd check. When in doubt, surf the internet right?
Gunfire Breaks Out at Sioux Falls C-Store Early Wednesday Morning
A flurry of activity in central Sioux Falls early Wednesday morning, as police officers were involved in a shooting incident with a suspect inside a convenience store on South Minnesota Avenue. Dakota News Now reports that the incident took place around 3:00 AM on Wednesday, (July 3) at a Get-n-Go...
Watch Two South Dakota Eateries on ‘America’s Best Restaurants’
Two Sioux Falls restaurants are receiving national attention and will be highlighted in upcoming episodes of America's Best Restaurants. South Dakota is known for having top-notch local eateries. But Carnaval Brazilian Grill in Sioux Falls and Squealer’s Smoke Shack in Tea will soon be known as some of the best restaurants in the entire nation.
Miranda Lambert Names Five Songs Fans Can Fight To At Her Shows [Watch]
Miranda Lambert's fine with fights breaking out at her shows — as long as fans choose their timing carefully. The singer recently broke up a fight during a performance of "Tin Man," her award-winning heartbreak ballad. She shut the situation down quickly, even calling the police over to remove the rowdy fans from the crowd. But after the fact, Lambert clarified that it wasn't the fight itself that bothered her: It was the fact that it disrupted one of her most powerful sad songs.
Here’s Where You Can Watch Your Favorite Country Artists Perform This Fourth of July
As the nation gets ready to celebrate its 248th birthday, a handful of country artists are preparing to perform on some pretty big stages. In honor of Fourth of July, several country hitmakers are scheduled to open for the day's biggest event — the fireworks. Macy's 4th of July...
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