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Gretchen Wilson’s First Time on the Radio Story Is Better Than Anyone Else’s [Exclusive]
Every single country artist that has broken through and gotten one of their songs on the radio has some sort of story of their first time hearing their song on the radio. Gretchen Wilson’s First Time on the Radio Story Is Better Than Anyone Else’s. It's been 20...
Does Wisconsin Rank As One Of The Best School Systems?
It's almost time to send the kids back to school. But when they go back, will they be going to one of the best-run school systems in America?. A recent study shows where Wisconsin ranks in the nation. How The School State Rank Was Determined. The Wallethub study used different...
Massive Vehicle Recall Likely; How to See if Your Car Made the List
One of the largest vehicle recalls could happen in the coming weeks according to multiple outlets who have been following issues related to driver and passenger safety. While there is no recall in place at this time, the Associated Press says one will likely happen following reports from U.S. auto safety regulators regarding air bag inflators.
Megan Moroney Gave Us a Pretty Spicy Scoop, Too [Watch]
Megan Moroney finally admitted this week that she and Morgan Wallen dated, but insisted they were never a full-time couple and refused to say more. This isn't the first time the "I'm Not Pretty" singer has shared secrets during an on-camera interview. In 2023, she revealed something pretty spicy to Taste of Country Nights host Evan Paul.
Davenport Police’s 10 Tips For A Great Mississippi Valley Fair
Your 2024 Mississippi Valley Fair is officially underway. It's been a humid week but a fun week. This weekend, we'll have sunny skies and highs in the mid to upper 80s. Before heading out to the Great One, the Davenport Police Department wants to remind you and your fellow fairgoers about some easy tips to follow to have a great and safe fair. These are all simple reminders that seem obvious but sometimes can be forgotten.
See Inside the Most Famous Homes in Country Music — No. 6 Is Spectacular! [Pictures]
Country music fans have seen inside the biggest, craziest and most expensive country singers' homes, but there are some celebrity homes in country music that are almost as famous as the country stars who own them. Country music's most famous houses highlight residences that have been immortalized in television and...
VIDEO: T-Pain Gets Angry At Crowd During Major Eastern Iowa Fair
I was at the Minnesota vs. Iowa football game last year when Cooper DeJean's game-winning punt return was called back. The crowd that left the T-Pain concert at the Mississippi Valley Fair on Thursday had the same tone as the crowd that left Kinnick Stadium that Saturday afternoon in October. Sad, embarrassed, angry, confused, and every other negative emotion in between.
Brooks & Dunn Make Surprise Appearance Onstage With Morgan Wallen [Watch]
Entrances are a big deal for Morgan Wallen, and he nailed this one. The country star is known for dramatic walkouts at his live shows, meant to pump up an already-excited crowd. At Kansas City's Arrowhead Stadium on Thursday night (Aug. 1), Wallen had an extra big surprise for them: Brooks & Dunn.
‘American Idol': Carrie Underwood Reveals What Kind of Judge She’ll Be
It's been a long time since an American Idol judge said what everyone watching was thinking. That could change when Carrie Underwood joins the show next year. Underwood was officially announced as a new American Idol judge on Thursday (Aug. 1). She'll join Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie for Season...
Chicago Residents Affected By USPS Mailing Service Changes
More prices are being raised in America and that probably doesn't surprise you. The United States Postal Service (USPS) has implemented new pricing for various mailing services, marking another step in their ongoing efforts to achieve financial stability as part of their "Delivering for America" 10-year plan. The changes include a notable 5-cent increase in the price of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp, raising it from 68 cents to 73 cents. This is the sixth increase in the last three years, making the cost of mailing a letter 33% higher than it was in July 2021.
Carrie Underwood Elevates Papa Roach’s ‘Leave a Light On’ Message [Listen]
Carrie Underwood's collaboration with Papa Roach is as much about amplifying the lyrics of "Leave a Light On" as it is about creating a great vocal partnership. Not long after releasing the rock ballad originally, the group partnered with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention for an awareness campaign. They even changed the song title to "Leave a Light On (Talk Away the Dark)" to further merge song and concept.
Green ‘Power Ranger’ Wanted for Assault on Elderly Man [Watch]
We all had our favorite Power Ranger back in the day. Whether you were rooting for the pink, green, red or yellow, you always wanted them to do good things and help those around them. This is certainly not the case for Hector David Jr., an actor best known for...
Here Are The Plans For The New $7 Million Sports Complex In Muscatine
Athletes are going to get a new facility in Muscatine. According to WQAD, the Muscatine City Council approved plans on Thursday night for a new sports facility in the area. There aren't any renderings drawn up yet but it is set to be at the Muscatine West Soccer Site, across from the Muscatine Soccer Complex, according to Voice of Muscatine.
An Open Letter To Anyone Going To The Mississippi Valley Fair This Weekend
We're heading into the weekend of Mississippi Valley Fair 2024 and there's a nugget of knowledge you need. We're having a blast at MVF. The grandstand acts have been awesome, from Thomas Rhett on Tuesday, to Koe Wetzel and Priscilla Block on Wednesday, and T-Pain Thursday night. The weekend lineup looks great too, with Bret Michaels on Friday, Alice Cooper on Saturday, and Scotty McCreery on Sunday.
Denny’s, America’s Diner, Shutting Down More Locations Across America
It has been an interesting year for the restaurant industry. The impacts of inflation and costs of operation have seen revenue plummeting and some major chains struggling. Earlier this year, Denny's shut down 57 locations due to underperformance. Now comes word that even more have bit the dust. Denny's, America's...
Is a Green Tag All Dogs Need For Proof of Rabies Vaccine in Iowa?
Every responsible dog owner knows the trip to the vet to get their puppy caught up on the shots they need to keep them healthy and safe. One of those shots is their rabies vaccination. It's kind of surprising to find out that not all states in the U.S require dogs to get this vaccination. Quite surprisingly, only 39 states currently require rabies vaccines for dogs and 11 states have no statewide legal requirement, according to DMV360. While these states might not require you to get your dog a rabies shot, they are strongly recommended by 999 out of 1,000 vets.
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