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Dylan Scott Gives His Younger Self Some Harsh Advice [Interview]
Dylan Scott was just 23 when he dropped his first radio single, and he's learning he did very 23-year-old type things. "Makin' This Boy Go Crazy" was a hit at satellite radio, but the reception from terrestrial radio was a bit cool. It'd be a few years before "My Girl" became his first No. 1 single. Two more would follow on the Billboard Country Airplay chart and a couple others stalled at No. 2.
This Is the First Song Alabama Ever Performed Together
Alabama's Randy Owen and Jeff Cook told a great Merle Haggard story ahead of CMT Giants: Alabama. In a sense, they told two of them. The pair — along with the late Jeff Cook — started a group called Young Country in 1969 and played throughout the southeast until they were signed to RCA in the late 1970s. "Tennessee River" would become their first No. 1 hit in 1980, and dozens more would follow.
Dangerous Criminal Wanted for 20 Years Found Working as Police Officer
It's a bizarre world out there, folks. Not only do you have to worry about people committing crimes that might hurt of affect you, now you have to take a second look at the police officers who show up to respond. Dangerous Criminal Wanted for 20 Years Found Working as...
Watch Jelly Roll’s Teeth Transformation — As Seen by His Dentist!
This spring, Jelly Roll underwent a total dental reconstruction and came out with a fresh set of pearly whites. Jelly's teeth transformation addressed both health and cosmetic issues. When he first went to the dentist, he said he was replacing the veneers he's had for the past two decades, as well as "getting some implants and getting some cavities and wisdom teeth pulled out."
Is It the Absolute Fewest Number of These In Linn County IA?
As of the 2020 census Cedar Rapids, the county seat, is rolling along with 137, 710, people give or take a few. I’d believe the number. Have you ever tried to evade a census taker? They mean business and won’t be thwarted. How many people live there?. As...
You’ll Never Guess Which Morgan Wallen Duet Made Pres. Obama’s Playlist
On Monday (Aug.12), former U.S. president Barack Obama revealed his 2024 Summer Playlist, his annual batch of hot new songs and old favorites across all genres. It's no surprise that Morgan Wallen is featured on the list — he's a massively popular star with cross-genre appeal, after all — but the song Obama chose to feature is, at least to country fans, kind of a deep cut.
Macy’s Closing 150 Locations & You Won’t Believe What The Empty Stores Will Turn Into
One day, we might be able to tell our kids and grandkids that we used to go to a place called a shopping mall to purchase things in person. Most of us are familiar with the mall setups: you have your anchor stores such as Macy's, JCPenny, Sears and others, then you have the stores that make up the inner-workings of the mall as well.
There’s a Picture of Riley Green Going Around, and He’s Doing What?!
When you think Riley Green, you think country singin', duck huntin', and maybe, underwear wearin'. But a picture of Green that's floating around the internet shows him in a position you've never seen: Sitting in a pedicure chair!. During a recent installment of CMT's Hot 20 Countdown, Green was surprised...
Are These Iowa Unemployment Numbers Right With All the Layoffs Lately?
I saw this report on the news and wondered how it could be. The report was about Iowa's unemployment numbers and how they've stayed roughly the same 2.8% and this is while the rest of the country's numbers went up. It would also be helpful if you knew jargon like seasonal adjustment because that's a factor in figuring all this unemployment out. With all the layoffs lately, how could the numbers stay almost unchanged?
Walker Hayes Bonds With Young Fan Over His Late Daughter [Watch]
Walker Hayes recently made a young fan's day with a personal meeting, but the singer says that he got even more out of the special moment. It all started when Marty, a young boy in a wheelchair, met Hayes and asked about the singer's footprint tattoo. Hayes explained that he got it for his daughter Oakleigh, who died during childbirth in June 2018.
Lainey Wilson’s Back as Hannah Montana – And She Met Miley Cyrus!
Lainey Wilson had a full-circle moment during the 2024 Disney Legends Ceremony Sunday night (Aug. 11). Miley Cyrus made history as the youngest person to ever be named a Disney Legend. To honor her, Lainey Wilson took the stage to perform the actress’ hit number “Best of Both Worlds," a song Cyrus would perform on her hit show Hannah Montana.
Hey Iowa, What Are Your Chances of Becoming the Bachelorette?
The 21st season of The Bachelorette began on July 8th of 2024 and the lead woman of the season is Jenn Tran. At the beginning of the season, 25 men battle it out for Jenn's love and affection, and the winner will be selected (most likely) in September. According to ABC.
Why McDonald’s Collector’s Cups Are Way Different (and Better) in Canada
McDonald's in Canada just hits different. Not only do they have tastier McFlurry flavors and a wider selection of McNugget sauces, but they also now have better collector's cups. What Are McDonald's Collector's Cups?. At one time, collectable cups were a staple of McDonald's promotions. Dating as far back as...
Lunch Lady Gets 9 Years in Prison for Stealing Chicken Wings
A Chicago-area school cafeteria director will spend nearly a decade in jail for stealing chicken wings. It happened during the COVID-19 pandemic and was only discovered when a routine audit found that the school was $300,000 over budget halfway through the following year. She'd stolen $1.5 million worth of chicken...
Exhausted Teachers Show Before and After First Day of School Looks in Viral Videos
It's a lot of work to get kids ready for the first day of school. First, you have to secure all of their required supplies and maybe even some new clothes for the year. Then, you have to deal with a different schedule while getting them out the door at a reasonable time.
Things Aren’t Looking Good for Applebee’s Restaurants Across America
According to the numbers, fewer and fewer people are spending their hard-earned money on going out to eat. Even fast-food establishments have taken a hit and had to increase prices just to stay up. Applebee's recently had their Q2 earnings call, and it had some positivity, but was riddled with...
‘The Matrix’ Is Returning to Theaters For its 25th Anniversary
The Matrix is 25 years old. As a great man once said... whoa. Celebrating this momentous occasion, the film will be returning to theaters for two nights in September, via Fathom Events. The program will include an exclusive featurette “looking back on the monumental impact of The Matrix.” Hosted by...
Sheryl Crow Explains Why She Missed Zach Bryan Show: ‘I’m So Sorry’
It seems that a miscommunication led to some disappointed fans at Zach Bryan's Atlanta shows over the weekend. The singer's 2024 Quittin' Time Tour landed at the city's Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Aug. 10 and 11. The bill advertised Sheryl Crow and Levi Turner as opening acts, but Crow never took the stage.
[PHOTOS] First Look as Caitlin Clark Joins the Action in NBA 2K25
Everything Caitlin Clark touches turns into gold. The West Des Moines native made the Hawkeye State proud when she helped lead the team to their second NCAA championship in two years. After finishing up her senior season at Iowa, Clark was selected first overall in the WNBA draft, going to...
Why Did Faith Hill Deactivate Her Social Media?
Faith Hill disappeared without warning from social media this week, deactivating her Instagram, Twitter and Facebook pages. Fans began noticing her absence early this week, and they've got some theories. Specifically, some fans wondered if the social media wipe might mean new music around the corner. That would be a...
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