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Man Tells ‘Passive Aggressive’ Step-Daughter That Her Dead Dad Can Pay for Her Wedding
A man on Reddit thinks he may have gone "too far" by telling his step-daughter to ask her dead biological dad to pay for her wedding. "My now-wife divorced her ex when her three kids were young. He was an addict. She met me a few years later, and we dated for two years before she introduced me to her kids. Two kids really hit it off and Kelly did not like me," the man wrote.
Jelly Roll Bringing 2024 ‘Beautifully Broken’ Tour to Evansville, IN
Huge news for country music fans today. Specifically, it's huge news for Jelly Roll fans in southern Indiana and western Kentucky. The country music superstar is bringing his 2024 Beautifully Broken Tour to the Ford Center in Evansville later this year!. That same tour rolls into the KFC Yum! Center...
Ten Delicious Finds Other Than Brisket to Try at the New Kentucky Buc-ee’s
I looooooove me some Buc-ee's. It's a wonderland of anything and everything you may need or want on a road trip and beyond. With the brand spanking new store in Smith's Grove, Kentucky, lots of folks will get to visit for the very first time. It's the smallest town with...
Inside an Illinois Women’s Prison Vacant for 12 Years Now Gone
I cannot imagine how much sadness and depression this one Illinois place contained when it was active. Urban explorers shared one last look inside a former women's prison in Illinois that sat vacant for 12 years and has now been destroyed forever. When it opened in 1991, it was Illinois...
Spot a Colored Porch Light in Tennessee? Here’s What It Means
If you have ever been driving through your neighborhood and noticed a home with a porch light in a color other than the standard yellow/white light, you may have wondered what in the world it could mean. It turns out, that your neighbor might be using a light bulb to make a statement.
USA Today Says 2 of the Top 10 Candy Stores in the US in Illinois
If you have a sweet tooth, you could do worse than spending a lot of time in a certain Illinois place as USA Today readers have voted 2 of their locations among the top 10 candy stores in America. One of my favorite movies as a kid was the Gene...
Is it Legal to Release Balloons and Lanterns in Kentucky or Indiana?
With the 4th of July approaching, you'll see lighted floating lanterns at almost every fireworks shop. They're beautiful, but they can certainly cause harm. Some cities and states have even banned them. Here's what you need to know before you plan your personal independence day celebration. I have seen multiple...
Kentucky Girl Has Epic Buc-ee’s Themed 8th Birthday Party
It's been a big week for Buc-ee's fans here in western Kentucky. On Monday, the brand new Buc-ee's location opened in Smith's Grove, which is now officially the smallest town to be home to a Buc-ee's Travel Center. That's exceptional news for Caroline Embry. The Hartford, Kentucky 8-year-old is obsessed...
Illinois’ Favorite Drinker: Here’s How Much Harry Really Drank
Harry Caray has been gone since February of 1998, and in those 26 years he's not been forgotten at all. If anything, his legend has grown over the years, and not just for the things he did and said in the booth at the ballpark. If you stopped 50 people...
Suddenly, No Swimming Allowed at 6 Illinois Lakes Due to Bacteria
If you were planning on swimming at an Illinois lake this weekend, you might want to check the status first as suddenly there are urgent orders at a half dozen Illinois water places to avoid swimming at all costs. I learned this surprising development just doing a cursory look at...
Hidden Gem Illinois Beach Ranked Among Best in the U.S.
Of all the most beautiful beaches across America, a hidden gem 35 miles North of Chicago, is among them. Sunrise Beach is the Illinois summer paradise you never knew existed. You're in search of summertime joy on a lake somewhere in Illinois and you just found a little bit of paradise. Your destination is the biggest lake in Illinois.
Driving Through Georgia This Year? Check Out These Unusual Museums
I'm always glad that my parents introduced us to museums early on. They fascinated me then; they fascinate me now. I love learning the history of any given location I'm visiting. Some locales are obvious. Last summer we were in Gettysburg PA. As you can imagine, one of the most...
Indiana State Museum to Host Adult Only Summer Camp
The Indiana State Museum's new adult summer camp will allow folks to enjoy delicious food, cocktails, camp activities, and more. There are many times in my adult life that I miss being a kid. For one, the 90-degree summer heat didn't feel near as warm as it does now. I cannot even fathom how I used to run around in it with my friends and siblings. Along with that, I also miss all the fun activities and the carefree atmosphere. If you do as well, the Indiana State Museum is launching a new summer camp just for adults, and it looks like it's going to be a really fun time.
Enjoy Fireworks at These Indiana State Parks This Independence Day
No Fourth of July holiday celebration is complete without family, hot dogs, and of course fireworks! If you plan to camp at any of these Indiana State Parks that weekend, you're in for a treat. Fireworks Are An American Tradition. Fireworks are an American tradition when it comes to celebrating...
Ick! Taylor Swift Coughs After Swallowing Bug Live on Stage: WATCH
Taylor Swift has had her fair share of onstage mishaps, from costume malfunctions to technical issues, but this latest hiccup is perhaps the most unfortunate one yet. In a fan-taken video posted to Twitter/X by @tswifterastour, Swift was seen coughing aggressively after she swallowed a bug during one of her London concerts at Wembley Stadium.
Free Movie Night In The Park: A Fun Family Event With Evansville First Responders
Grab the family and get ready for Movie Night in the Park presented by the Evansville Police Department. What's better than a movie night with the family? How about a free movie night with the family! All you need to do is bring a chair, and maybe some refreshments. Evansville...
Never Approach a Dog With a Yellow or Red Bandana or Ribbon Without Asking
You're out walking, see a dog, and you just want to go up, pet it, say hi in that whole doggie-baby talk way all while reaping the rewards of that wagging tail, big smile, and excited eyes. Maybe you're even walking your dog who can't wait to say hi to...
Someone Is Holding a $10 Million Kentucky Powerball Ticket
It looks like it's time to, once again, play "What Would You Do If You Won the Lottery?" You and I both know it's almost a reflex action after someone scores the big bucks in a drawing. And yes, someone out there is sitting on a boatload of money thanks...
A Brand New “Sesame Street Live!” Production is Coming to Evansville
It is home to some of the most iconic and recognizable characters in the world. It's a place where you can sweep the clouds away and the air is always sweet. I am, of course, talking about Sesame Street, and this Fall, you and your family have the chance to see some of your favorite furry friends live on stage in Evansville.
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