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The 10 Best Indy 500 Finishes of All-Time

Joe Student — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:00:40 +0000

The Indianapolis 500 is the world's largest single-day sporting event. Approximately 400,000 fans will crowd the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend to watch "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" at the 2.5-mile oval track. While drivers average speeds well in excess of 150 miles per hour, sometimes the race comes down to the final lap. Here are the 10 best Indy 500 finishes of all-time:

Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado in Photos

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:53:54 +0000

A massive tornado touched down just south of Oklahoma City on Monday, killing dozens.

At least seven of those killed were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. The twister, which measured 2 miles at one point, has been given a preliminary classification of an EF-4 tornado (winds of 166 to 200 mph), according to weather officials.

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

Massive Tornado Destroys Area Near Oklahoma City; At Least 24 Killed [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:17:01 +0000

An enormous tornado with a debris cloud two miles wide tore through the metropolitan area just south of Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon.

UPDATE 9:28 p.m. EST: At least 24 people were killed in the storm, including seven children from Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, according to KFOR in Oklahoma City. The news station reported that 75 student and staff were inside the school when the storm struck. Officials said Monday night that the search of the rubble remaining of the school had turned to a recovery mission.

'Live In The Lobby' With Republic Nashville's Cassadee Pope! [VIDEO]

Terryn Wirtz — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:00:03 +0000

Join us 'Live in the Lobby' for Republic Nashville recording artist and 'The Voice' season 3 winner Cassadee Pope!

Dr. Joyce Brothers Dies at Age 85

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:05:43 +0000

Dr. Joyce Brothers, the psychologist whose career included a syndicated column, books, stints on television and in film, has died. She was 85. Brothers passed away Monday in New York City, although no cause of death has been revealed. Brothers first rose to fame by winning the top prize in 1955 while a contestant on [...]

Animal Shelter Ordered To Return $189,000 Donation — And You Won't Believe Why

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:22:34 +0000

What’s in a name? Oh, about a couple hundred thousand dollars. The Friends of Collinsville Animal Shelter in Collinsville, Oklahoma, has to return a donation of nearly $189,000 after learning it was meant for the Friends of Collinsville Animal Shelter in Collinsville, Illinois. That’s right – two animal shelters, some 400 miles apart and they [...]

Carrie Underwood Upstages Faith Hill – It's Not The First Time [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 08 May 2013 08:57:00 +0000

I like Faith Hill, we actually have a history together that goes back our roots in Mississippi. Carrie Underwood I just know from American Idol and her shows at the Cajundome. What's really odd is the star crossed connection that these two lovely ladies of song have had through the years.

Wet Dog Voted Worst Car Smell in Most Important Poll Ever

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 04 May 2013 12:45:41 +0000

According to a new British survey, drivers say a wet dog is the worst smell you can have in a car - uh, ok.

Cinco De Mayo Country Style – 5 Songs About Tequila

Bruce Mikells — Sat, 04 May 2013 11:53:02 +0000

Country Music has always found a place for tequila in its songs. Here are 5 you might know. Just remember to enjoy these songs responsibly because tequila will contribute to you making some really bad choices while under its influence.

10 Things No One Should EVER Give Mom on Mother's Day

Stephanie McMaster — Fri, 03 May 2013 21:34:24 +0000

Shopping for Mom can be stressful. She’s the woman who brought you into the world, who cleaned your face with her own spit when you were little, who asked you on a daily basis if you were raised in a barn (and did so lovingly). There’s no gift that can thank her for all that [...]

Your Top 5 Favorite Songs By The Possum Himself, George Jones [VIDEO]

Terryn Wirtz — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 23:00:30 +0000

George Jones may have left us, but his memory will live on forever through his music. Here are your top 5 favorite songs from this legend.

Boston Marathon Bombers: One Suspect Captured; One Dead [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 22:20:23 +0000

The second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing has been captured. Dzokhar Tsarnaev was taken into police custody Friday night -- five days after the bombing that left three dead and left more than 100 injured, police said. The 19-year-old was apprehended after a manhunt that began Thursday night with the fatal shooting of an MIT officer and extended into the evening hours on Friday.

Boston Marathon Explosions: How You Can Help

Townsquare Media — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 02:38:09 +0000

Three people were killed and more than 100 injured on Monday afternoon when two explosions went off near the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Rescue organizations have gathered to help and at the the tragic scene, but how can you help?

The Huffington Post has put together a helpful list of ways:

Twin Explosions at Boston Marathon Finish Line [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 01:00:08 +0000

9 p.m. (EST): The final press conference of the day with Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick, Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis and various other officials just concluded. The FBI is now leading investigations of the events. Davis confirmed that three people were killed in today's blasts.

CNN is reporting that one of the victims killed was an 8-year-old boy. The Wall Street Journal had reported that as many as five other unexploded devices were found around Boston, but investigators now doubt that they were actually bombs.

This Day In Country Music With George Jones [Video]

Terryn Wirtz — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 23:00:17 +0000

What was good ole George Jones up to on this day in country music history?!

The Masters' Musical Connection To Nashville

Ian Auzenne — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 18:25:00 +0000

Golf fans will have their eyes glued to their TVs this weekend as the final two rounds of the Masters take place. One of the signature features of the CBS broadcast of the tournament is the calm, beautiful piano-and-guitar music that permeates every break in the action and serves as background music for Jim Nantz and the other announcers

Win Tickets to the 2013 Taste of Country Music Festival

Townsquare Media — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 10:01:01 +0000

We want to fly you to the hottest music festival of 2013. Enter below for your chance to see Willie Nelson, Lady Antebellum, Hunter Hayes, Trace Adkins, and more at the Taste of Country Music Festival in Hunter Mountain, NY. One winner and a guest will get air fare to Albany, NY, two tickets to [...]

Add a Great Outdoor Fire Pit to Your Backyard or Garden

Carl Pettit — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 14:52:21 +0000

Nothing adds character to your garden—at least in a caveman-like, primordial sense—than an outdoor fire pit. A backyard fire pit is a great spot to huddle around when the sun goes down and the temperature drops, or when you’re having a killer outdoor party and grilling up a bunch of meat and vegetables for your [...]

Sheryl Crow 'Live In The Lobby' with 97.3 The Dawg!

Terryn Wirtz — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 22:35:40 +0000

97.3 The Dawg welcomes Seagale/Warner Brothers recording artist Sheryl Crow to'Live in the Lobby'!