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Casper Native Brings Her "Tainted Love" Screenplay To Life

DJ Nyke — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:33:33 +0000

It is always a treat to see people from our hometown doing big things (see also: Aquile). Such is the case with Rachel Andersen and the emergence of her "Tainted Love" screenplay which is now well on the path of becoming an actual movie.

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Movie About George Jones' Life in the Works

Billy Dukes — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:16:35 +0000

The life story of one of country music's most celebrated singers is going to be told in a feature film. George Jones and his wife Nancy were working with a screenwriter in the years leading up to the legend's death. The biopic has the singer's blessing, and now has a production company to produce it.

Dumb Teens Steal Credit Card, Take Photo Booth Pics With It

Donald Deane — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:28:53 +0000

A group of teens in Maryland accused of credit card theft have been identified thanks to incriminating photo booth pics they took of themselves holding the card. Oh well. No one ever said you had to be smart to commit fraud.

Trace Adkins (Feat. Colbie Caillat), 'Watch the World End' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:42:42 +0000

There’s an intentional darkness that lingers over Trace Adkins‘ new single ‘Watch the World End,’ a duet with pop singer Colbie Caillat. It’s an effective love song that also succeeds in painting a vivid picture of the apocalypse. The ballad is both heartwarming and terrifying. Tempo, arrangement and performance all add to the details Adkins [...]

Blake Shelton Leads 'The Voice' Coaches in Rendition of Beatles Classic

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:57:33 +0000

Blake Shelton and his bromantic partner Adam Levine strapped on guitars and performed the Beatles' classic 'With a Little Help From My Friends' with a little help from their friends, er, co-coaches. The show's four mentors hit the stage together on Monday's (June 17) episode of 'The Voice.'

Disabled Second Grader Kept Apart from Fellow Students in Class Photo

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:09:53 +0000

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Well, this one is worth more because it has a lot of people talking. A photo of a second grade class in Herbert Spencer Elementary School in British Columbia, Canada, has raised eyebrows because of a disabled student noticeably kept apart from his fellow classmates in the [...]

Wyoming Reports Possible Violations in Volleyball Program

KOWB Staff — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:35:58 +0000

Results of an internal University of Wyoming inquiry into allegations that women’s volleyball student-athletes received impermissible benefits have been submitted to the NCAA.

Darius Rucker Hoping to Tour With Sheryl Crow

Billy Dukes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:23:56 +0000

Darius Rucker is one month into his True Believers Tour, but he's already got an eye on his next round of live shows. The singer says a tour with Sheryl Crow is being discussed, but he's not sure if the plan will come together.

Glen Campbell's Family Shares Heartbreaking Update Regarding His Alzheimer's Battle

Christina Vinson — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:36:02 +0000

The iconic Glen Campbell has contributed to country music in lasting ways, and his presence in the industry (since 1958) will never be forgotten. However, the singer is battling Alzheimer's, and now more than ever, his family needs to remember the good memories -- because each day is a struggle.

The Casper DUI Report – June 18, 2013 [PHOTOS]

Rodeo Rick — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:04:02 +0000

Join us in our efforts to try and put an end to Drunk Driving in Natrona County. Each week we'll will post the mug shots of those arrested on suspicion of Driving Under the Influence.

Want to Try the New Watermelon Oreo? [VIDEO]

Rodeo Rick — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:49:39 +0000

Watermelon Oreos are now available for a limited time.

Watch: Dustin Lynch Shows Us How to 'Bicep Chug' at 2013 ToC Fest

Billy Dukes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:49:27 +0000

The “bicep chug” is catching on among Dustin Lynch fans. For the first time ever, the ‘Cowboys and Angels’ singer gave a tutorial on how the move is performed. During an interview before his set at the 2013 ToC Music Festival on Saturday (June 15), Lynch talked about his band’s signature move, the strangest place [...]

Adorable Twin Babies Laughing Uncontrollably at Rubber Bands Is the Greatest Thing You'll See Today

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:05:06 +0000

Sometimes, the simplest toys are the best ones. In this video, twin boys have the time of their lives, laughing at rubber bands. Like, they’re cuckoo for Cocoa Puffs crazy. Go ahead, watch the video and try not to smile. We dare you. Source: Adorable Twin Babies Laughing Uncontrollably at Rubber Bands Is the Greatest [...]

Watch: Justin Moore Talks 'Dad Laws,' New Music at ToC Music Fest 2013

Billy Dukes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:04:39 +0000

Justin Moore open up about his “Dad laws” and dance moves before his set at the 2013 Taste of Country Music Festival on Friday (June 14). The ‘Point at You’ singer also dished on his upcoming ‘Off the Beaten Path’ album, due Sept. 17. Among the highlights from this video interview are how Moore plans [...]

Roommates Pull Epic Makeover Prank on Poor Guy's Bedroom

Emerald Catron — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:18:24 +0000

The one advantage of having super-broke roommates is that they don’t have the extra cash to spring on giving your room a pretty, pretty princess makeover while you’re overseas travelling. This man did not have that advantage. Redditor Twoverend shared these photos, saying this makeover happened while he was overseas for two months. This video [...]

Awesome 5-Year-Old Girl Sells Lemonade for Charity Across the Street From Westboro Baptist Church

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:34:05 +0000

The Westboro Baptist Church may have finally met its match. And that match is only five-years-old. Jayden Sink has set up a lemonade stand in front of the Equality House, a rainbow-colored house that is across the street from Westboro’s headquarters in Kansas. Proceeds go to Planting Peace, an organization dedicated to “spreading peace in [...]

Hunter Greeted By Tree Climbing Black Bear [VIDEO]

Ian Delap — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:25:04 +0000

A quiet day of hunting was briefly interrupted by a visit from a large friend of the forest. How this hunter remained as calm as he did is beyond me. This hunter was in his tree stand when a visitor decided to stop by and say hello. The bear climbed up the tree that this [...]

Paralyzed Artist Paints Incredible Portraits of Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw

Christina Vinson — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:47:03 +0000

There are some painters who inspire through their work, and there are others who inspire through the finished product and the process it took to get there. Richard Masters of Webster, NY is paralyzed, but still paints phenomenal portraits. A country music lover through and through, he recently honored country stars Carrie Underwood and Tim McGraw with their own paintings.

Afterschool Program Gives Kids the Chance to Read to Shelter Animals

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:01:58 +0000

Reading is great for kids. Reading to animals is great for everyone. The Keystone to Discovery After School Program in Hamilton, Montana enables kids to read to animals in a shelter one day a week at the Bitter Root Humane Association. Keystone director Ria Overholt says it’s a win-win: It is relaxing to the dogs [...]

Watch: Joe Nichols Talks About Randy Travis Duet and Raising Daughters Before ToC Music Festival Set

Billy Dukes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:12:38 +0000

Joe Nichols was handpicked by Randy Travis to record the new George Jones tribute 'Tonight I'm Playing Possum.' Before his set at the 2013 Taste of Country Music Festival, the 'Sunny and 75' singer told ToC that the two only recently developed a relationship, and Travis likely picked him because he knew he'd appreciate the opportunity.