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‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Star John Schneider Claims Someone Stole His Late Wife’s Ashes
The Dukes of Hazzard star John Schneider turned to social media to make an unusual claim about an alleged recent theft at his home. The actor and singer claims that someone stole the ashes of his late wife, as well as his wedding ring. Schneider posted on July 14, sharing...
Kane Brown Donates Music Studio to Boys & Girls Club in Texas [Pictures]
Kane Brown is giving musical opportunities to kids in Fort Worth, Texas. The country star just donated a brand new studio to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant Country. Brown teamed up with Major League Baseball's Together All-Star Legacy initiative to renovate the club's facilities, which includes a new multi-purpose gym, too.
Zach Bryan + Briana Chickenfry Celebrate One Year Together With Gushy Posts
Zach Bryan recently celebrated his first anniversary with Barstool podcast girlfriend, Brianna LaPaglia, AKA Chickenfry. The “Heading South” singer shared a surprisingly gushy post about the famous podcast host celebrating their 1-year anniversary. The “I Remember Everything” singer captioned: “People are annoying with stuff like this and now...
‘Pioneer Woman’ Ree Drummond Reveals Brilliant Home Hack
Ree Drummond shared video of her messy closet and all fans want to talk about is the brilliant home hack she plopped off to the side. Drummond is the star of The Pioneer Woman on the Food Network. Season 35 of the long-running cooking and lifestyle show just wrapped in...
Illinois Officials Investigate Disease Outbreak Among Wildlife Rehab Visitors
An investigation is underway to figure out why volunteers at a Quad Cities wildlife rehab facility got sick. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, there has been an outbreak of cryptosporidiosis, which is a gastrointestinal disease, in the last few weeks. At least 12 people have been confirmed...
Small Iowa Town Named One Of America’s Most Difficult To Pronounce
Some towns just have to get fancy with their town names. For a lot of states in America, there are weird town names. Maybe they're ones that are hard to pronounce because they came from a different language or a Native American term. Maybe they're just super random (looking at you What Cheer).
A Very Vintage Market Returns To Downtown Burlington Saturday
If you like to collect antiques, search for cool repurposed items, and discover incredibly handmade items, there is an event for you this Saturday in downtown Burlington, IA. A Very Vintage Market returns to downtown Burlington and it is expected to continue to be the town's major summer event. Downtown...
Country Stars Who Have Suffered Heart Attacks
Country stars often sing about broken hearts, but for some, those lyrics might hit a little bit close to home. Read on to see which country singers have suffered heart attacks — and how they're doing today. Not surprisingly, some of the stars of country music's golden era suffered...
Two Arby’s Employees Arrested + Charged With Felonies for the Craziest Reason
Arby's is known across America for having fresh roast beef sandwiches, always hot and on deck ready to go. Their slogan is, "We have the meats," and two employees of Arby's challenged that theory of who, exactly, does have the meats. Two Arby's Employees Arrested and Charged With Felonies for...
Can You Legally Install a Dixie Horn in Your Car in Iowa?
Anyone familiar with the Dukes of Hazzard TV show knows exactly what the "dixie horn" sounds like. You've potentially seen or heard this horn from Dukes of Hazzard or if you've ever been near a clown car in a parade. If you haven't heard this horn before, it sounds like this.
Iowa Dinosaur Discoveries and Other Prehistoric Finds
When you think of Iowa, you probably imagine vast fields of corn and soybeans, rolling hills, and charming small towns. However, Iowa’s prehistoric past is a completely different story—one where much of the state was underwater, and the landscape was populated by extraordinary creatures. Let's embark on a time-traveling adventure to explore the prehistoric animals that once called Iowa home, and uncover some surprising dino-mite facts along the way!
Iowa’s Latest Billionaire Made Their Fortune on the Farm
If you've ever wondered who the richest person was in Iowa, we have an answer! If you assumed that Iowa's richest person had something to do with farming or agriculture, you would have assumed correctly. Who is the Richest Person in Iowa in 2024?. The latest Iowa billionaire is Harry...
Country Thunder Wisconsin: Everything To Know Before You Go
It's almost time again for the party in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin with 4-days of music and fun at Country Thunder. Tickets are still available to experience dozens of performances from Country Music's best, including Eric Church, Lainey Wilson, Bailey Zimmerman, Koe Wetzel, and Rock Star's Nickelback will join the Country Thunder Wisconsin lineup this year.
Iowans Share Their Most Delicious S’mores Upgrades
S'mores are a summertime staple. Graham crackers, roasted marshmallows, and chocolate just go so perfectly together! But, what if there were other things you could add to make your s'mores even better?. This week, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources made a post on Facebook, writing:. "Drop your top way...
Cody Johnson Effortlessly Delivers National Anthem at MLB All-Star Game [Watch]
Cody Johnson was on hand to sing the National Anthem at the Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas on Tuesday (July 16). He kept his version simple, but it was executed flawlessly in his on-brand Southern style. In a video shared on social media, Johnson is introduced in...
These Are The Most Redneck Towns In Virginia
"Redneck" is a term often describes rural, working-class people in the southern United States. Being called a “redneck” has become a point of pride for a good amount of folks in the south. It has started to be embraced by many as a badge of cultural pride, reflecting a lifestyle centered around good ole southern values like; community, traditional living, and outdoor activities.
Cody Johnson to Perform National Anthem at MLB All-Star Game
Major League Baseball is keeping it country this week. Singer Cody Johnson is set to perform the National Anthem ahead of the All-Star Game on Tuesday night (June 16) in Arlington, Texas. The "Dirt Cheap" singer's performance comes one day after Ingrid Andress' heavily criticized National Anthem ahead of the...
These 8 North Carolina Restaurants Could Be Closing Very Soon
Times have been tough for everyone, especially businesses - not just the small mom-and-pop shop on your corner but even the big box stores and restaurants. While we're seeing retail chains closing stores left and right, the same thing has been happening for restaurants. Those days of exploding franchises popping up all over the country are coming to a close, especially with these 9 franchises that are in North Carolina that could soon be closing locations.
Jon Pardi + Wife Summer’s Second Baby Girl Is Here — See Pictures!
Jon Pardi and his wife Summer are now officially members of the "two under two" club after the arrival of their daughter Sienna Grace Pardi. The happy couple shared the exciting news on social media, noting that the new addition arrived on Tuesday, July 16, at 11:47AM. She weighed in at 6 lbs. and 12 oz.
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