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Did You Know the Most Popular Brand of Peanut Butter is Made in Kentucky?
One of the most popular advertising taglines of all-time has to be this one- Choosy moms choose JIF! But did you know that JIF wasn't always named that? And, did you know that JIF- as we know it today- is made right here in Kentucky?. The brand dates all the...
President Joe Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19
This is a developing story. President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, the White House announced in a press release on Wednesday. Biden experienced respiratory symptoms that included a runny nose, a cough and fatigue, according to the statement. He was tested in Las Vegas following his first scheduled event for the day.
20 Copycat Snacks Being Investigated by Feds for Containing THC; Misleading Consumers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Federal Trade Commission are cracking down on companies that are creating copycat versions of popular snacks and infusing them with delta-8 THC. In a joint press release, the two organizations said it has issued warning letters to five different companies across the U.S....
Epic Hocus Pocus Cast Reunion in Nashville Under a Full Moon Weekend
It was a summer day in July of 1993 when one of our spookiest cult classic movies debuted in the theatres. The Hocus Pocus movie is not just a Disney movie that we watch every Halloween season. Hocus Pocus is a fandom all on its own. There are TikTok videos and channels dedicated to party themes and cosplay.
Pizza Chain Opening New In-Store Locations at Walmart
A popular pizza brand will make its way into select Walmart stores by the end of 2024, offering shoppers a new spot to enjoy pizza, wings, salads, and sandwiches. As a kid, I can vividly remember shopping at Walmart in Vincennes, Indiana, with my parents. In the early 2000s, there was a McDonald's location in the back of the store, which meant I was treated to a Happy Meal at the end of our shopping excursion. It's been several years since that area of the store was replaced with a Walmart Deli, which I even worked at briefly during my first semester or two of college. However, a remnant of the McDonald's era still remains, as the company's logo is enshrined on one of the electrical panel boxes in the back of the store.
Produce Sold at Some Indiana Walmart Stores Recalled
A recall has been issued for produce sold at some Walmart stores in Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio, after it was discovered that the products may have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Symptoms of Listeria Infection. Symptoms can include diarrhea and vomiting, as well as fever, muscle aches, fatigue, headache, dizziness,...
27 of the Nation’s 35 Largest High School Gyms Are in Indiana
May my tongue turn into a carrot stick if what I'm about to write, in any way, leads you to believe that I am besmirching Kentucky's long and storied basketball tradition. Okay? Okay. End of disclaimer. (I'm a Kentuckian, by the way.) Honestly, though, KENTUCKY'S hoops tradition is mostly about...
The Annual First Responders BBQ is This Week in Owensboro, KY
The Wendell Foster Center in Owensboro says, "It's officially BBQ Week!" If you have ties to a local police officer, firefighter or EMT, you likely know exactly what that means. Wendell Foster is teaming up with the Chamber Young Professionals for a special event that pays tribute to our local heroes. They've once again joined forces for the annual First Responders BBQ and it's coming up later this week.
Fastest-Growing Illinois Place Has Italian Food, Bowling & Bocce?
This will not be surprising to you even a little bit, but I've never been considered trendy. That means there's something I do not have in common with an Illinois place that is one of the fastest-growing in America as they combine Italian food, bowling and bocce ball into one experience.
Popular Pizza Chain to Open Restaurants in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, & Kentucky Walmarts
Remember back in the day when you could treat yourself halfway through your Walmart shopping with some chicken nuggets at the in-store McDonald's? Or grabbing an I-cee at the K-Mart? I definitely take advantage of the Starbuck's at Target and the Ben's Pretzel's at Meijer on occasion. If you love...
Tennessee Cemetery Has a Creepy Mountain Dew Headstone
While Mountain Dew has not met its untimely death, it has still being immortalized on a headstone located in a Tennessee cemetery. It's even got a working bottle opener attached to it, too. Why Is There A Mountain Dew Headstone?. No, it isn't there to mark the grave of the...
Indiana DNR Accepting Applications for Shooting Range Grants
The DNR Shooting Range Grant Program is accepting applications for the development of rifle, handgun, shotgun firing, and archery opportunities for public use. While growing up in southern Indiana, I always looked forward to trips to the shooting range. I started out at just seven years old with a simple single shot .22 rifle, before making my way up to a 12-gauge shotgun around the age of 11. Eventually, I was given the opportunity to fire a few different handguns. The hobby has stuck with me through the years, and I've since become fascinated with old military surplus rifles. I still make regular trips to the shooting range today.
Did You Know the World’s Largest Hand-Blown Stained Glass Window is in Kentucky?
The world's largest hand-blown stained glass window measures 24 feet by 67 feet and contains an astounding 117 different figures. One would naturally assume a stained glass window of that magnitude would be located in Rome or somewhere similar. Oddly, but magnificently, it happens to be right here in Kentucky- at St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption in Covington.
National Pizza Chain Saved From Bankruptcy After Quietly Closing 44 Locations
While some cities now have one less pizza option, others can celebrate one of their favorites that will be sticking around for a little longer. It's been a struggle for several recognizable chain restaurants in 2024. And the list keeps growing. So far, the year has brought us reports of...
Southern Indiana Family Offering 1K Reward for Missing Goldendoodle
The Fletcher family of Evansville, Indiana is missing their precious dog, and they are asking for any and all information to bring Colson home safely. Colson Gun Fletcher is the beautiful 70-pound Goldendoodle who has been separated from his family since July 4, 2024. The poor little guy ran from scary fireworks. But he was nowhere near his home, as the family were visiting friends in Newburgh.
Has There Ever Been a Shark Attack in Illinois?
There is a rare species of shark that can survive in salt and fresh water but did one attack a boy in Lake Michigan near Chicago?. I'm not going to lie, I was watching Shark Week stuff on TV and wondered if there had ever been a shark attack in any bodies of water in Illinois. I know just mentioning it sounds ridiculous, but I have Googled stranger things.
Help In the Fight Against Alzheimer’s With Southwestern Indiana’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s
We've partnered with the Walk to End Alzheimer's to help find a cure for this devastating disease. According to the Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia and accounts for 60-80% of dementia cases. Alzheimer's is also a progressive disease where people gradually lose more and more memory and cognitive function.
Anheuser-Busch Donates Drinking Water to Indiana Fire Department
An effort to get more cans of emergency drinking water to local fire departments is underway, thanks to Anheuser-Busch and the National Volunteer Fire Council. Emergency preparedness is something we hear a lot about, particularly around September during National Preparedness Month. The public service announcements and alerts used to roll right over my head, but now, as a married man with a house and several animals, it's something I keep in mind a little more these days. Disasters can happen at any time, as was clearly seen earlier this week when multiple weather hazards hit the area. If you ask me, preparing for disaster is not only an individual responsibility but also a community responsibility.
Pow! Zap! Boom! It’s Time for Kids Comic Con at the Children’s Museum of Evansville
Calling all superheroes, princesses, and dino enthusiasts! The Koch Family Children's Museum of Evansville (cMoe) invites you to come celebrate all things kids' pop culture at its annual Kids Comic Con this Saturday!. This exciting event gives children the opportunity to explore diverse forms of storytelling, art, and culture through...
Indiana Ranks Among the Cheapest States to Live in the Nation
Recently, Forbes took a deep dive into the cost of living in each state to determine which ones in the nation are the cheapest to live in. Just How Much Does the Average American Spend a Month to Live?. In the study, Forbes reveals data from the U.S. Bureau of...
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