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Red Lobster Closing More Than 50 Locations, Auctioning Off Equipment + Furniture
Back in April, we reported that Red Lobster was pretty close to filing for bankruptcy. It seems as if the wheels are starting to turn, and that reality is setting in. Red Lobster is closing more than 50 locations, and the chain is even auctioning off the equipment and furniture from those restaurants.
Harvard Study: Eating Chicken Nuggets Leads to an Early Death
Ladies and gentlemen, we have been hit with yet another blow to our culture. A new Harvard study states that eating chicken nuggets leads to an early death. This study would normally be something that would be mostly overlooked. However, considering the source — Harvard University — and the length of the survey — more than 30 years — it's something we should all pay attention to.
Riley Strain Toxicology Report Is Complete, But …
There have been a pair of developments with regards to Riley Strain, the 22-year-old who died in March after disappearing from Luke's 32 Bridge in Nashville. The first is that the toxicology report is complete. The second is the University of Missouri student's family has hired injury lawyers to help with the next steps. It's not clear if or how those two things are connected.
Country Stars Who’ve Been Shot — No. 6 Changed Everything!
More than half the artists on this list of country artists who were shot were defending friends and family. Another shooting was the result of alcohol, love and aggression. Fortunately, the first two men on our list survived and went on to have multiple hits in the '90s and 2000s. No. 3 has also thrived since being shot in an armed robbery gone wrong. We wish this was how each of these stories ended.
TGI Fridays Shutting Doors Across America
TGI Fridays has been a staple in many Americans' lives since its inception in the 1960s. Calling itself "The World's First Casual Bar and Grill," the nearly 60-year-old chain is in some serious trouble. TGI Fridays Is Closing Doors Across America in 2024. This year, so far, TGI Fridays has...
See Inside the Late Lisa Marie Presley’s Stunning Luxury Homes [Pictures]
Lisa Marie Presley was the closest thing we have to American royalty, and she had the high-end taste in real estate to go along with it. Elvis Presley's daughter lived in several stunning properties in various parts of the U.S., and she lived in high style. Presley was Elvis Presley's...
Country Wives Who Are Crushing It on Their Own
We may know them from their famous country star hubbies, but these country wives have created brands for themselves that have taken on a life of their own. Keep reading to learn more about three women with famous husbands who have created brands and businesses of their own!. Lauren Akins...
Jelly Roll ‘Saves’ Infamous Rock Band With Epic Onstage Collaboration
Nu-metal stars Limp Bizkit's prayers were answered this weekend by an angel — country superstar Jelly Roll. Okay maybe that is taking things a little too far, but Jelly Roll was the savior for the infamous rock band during a festival performance. Limp Bizkit was performing on stage at Welcome to Rockville in Daytona Beach over the weekend when the epic moment occurred.
Jason Aldean’s Son Memphis Has a New Hairstyle + Fans Are Freaking Out [Watch]
Jason Aldean's son, Memphis, has a surprising new hairstyle, and fans are sharing very strong reactions online. Aldean's wife, Brittany, turned to social media to share video and pictures from their two kids' sweet Mother's Day baptisms on Sunday (May 12), showing Memphis' dramatic hair transformation. "A Mother’s Day full...
The Cost of Watching the NFL Is Going Up This Season
If you are an NFL fan, you'd better bring a full wallet this season. Another year, and another streaming option has been picked by the league for a round of games, this time falling on Christmas. With Netflix now getting two NFL games, that means fans will need yet another...
Fan Reaction to Lainey Wilson, ‘Hang Tight Honey’ Is (Almost) Unanimous [Listen]
Lainey Wilson just surprised fans with a country-rock song that's easy to imagine kickstarting shows this summer. Fans overwhelmingly approve of "Hang Tight Honey," a very Lainey kind of love song. "Hang Tight Honey" is Wilson's first radio single from Whirlwind, her new album due Aug. 23. Her Country's Cool...
Woman Sparks Heated Debate With Her ‘Mother’s Day Rules': WATCH
A woman sparked a heated debate on TikTok after declaring that "It is Mother's Day, not Grandmother's Day." Emily Wehner took to the social media platform stating that after her first-ever Mother's Day being "pretty sad" after spending the whole day "coordinating grandparent visits," the annual holiday now is all about her, the mom.
Emmy Russell’s ‘American Idol’ Journey — Relive Her Performances
Emmy Russell certainly stepped out from underneath the shadow of her grandmother Loretta Lynn during her time on American Idol. The nation watched as a shy Russell learned to own her voice and conquer her nerves on stage throughout this season. The Emmy Russell America met months ago in her...
Luke Combs Has Strong Feelings About Who Should Win 2024 ACM Entertainer of the Year [Exclusive]
Luke Combs would be pumped to get another ACM Entertainer of the Year Award, but he might not get his own vote. Luke Combs Shares Who Should Win 2024 ACM Entertainer of the Year. I recently sat down with the "Where the Wild Things Are" singer, who is up for...
Thomas Rhett: ‘My Wife and I Are Having Fun Again’ [Exclusive]
Thomas Rhett is not only a successful country artist, but he is the king of all dads. Rhett and his wife, Lauren, have four kids who are now finally all out of diapers. I recently sat down with the "Beautiful as You" singer, and he detailed where he and his wife are right now in their relationship status.
‘Farmer Wants a Wife’ Season 2: Which Couples Are Still Together?
Farmer Wants a Wife Season 2 wrapped on Thursday (May 9), and with the final couples being revealed, the question now is, which couples are still together?. We won't know for sure until the season's reunion special, but for now let's recap which couples ended up together. This season showcased...
Hall of Fame Country Songwriter Wayland Holyfield Dead at 82
Wayland Holyfield, who made his name in country music as a songwriter with a long string of hit singles, has died. Music Row reports that the celebrated songwriter died on Monday (May 6) at the age of 82. Holyfield was born in Little Rock, Ark. According to ASCAP, where the...
Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Current Leaders Were Almost on Tragic Flight
Lynyrd Skynyrd has continued forward with longtime singer Johnny Van Zant and guitarist Rickey Medlocke, despite the death of co-founding plane crash survivor Gary Rossington. Both of them were almost on the same tragic flight. Medlocke had been a member from 1971-72 and also appeared on "One More Time" from...
Rickey Medlocke Slams Trolls ‘Talking S—’ About Lynyrd Skynyrd
Guitarist Rickey Medlocke has responded to criticism that the current lineup of Lynyrd Skynyrd is a “tribute band.”. The group no longer has any original members following the death of Gary Rossington in 2023. Medlocke joined Lynyrd Skynyrd in 1971 and stayed until ‘72, then returned in 1996 and has been with the group ever since. During an appearance on Real Music With Gary Stuckey, the guitarist noted he’s heard plenty of negative comments.
‘Duck Dynasty’ Stars Jase + Missy Robertson’s Tennessee Home Struck by Deadly Tornado [Pictures]
A horrendous tornado hit Columbia, Tenn., on Wednesday night (May 8). Sadly, it left disaster in its wake, including the destruction of Duck Dynasty stars Missy and Jase Robertson’s farm. "Last night our Tennessee farm took a direct hit from a Cat 3 tornado,” the mom of three writes...
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