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Inspiring Man With Cerebral Palsy Works Out Like a Champ

Emerald Catron — Sun, 26 May 2013 00:08:44 +0000

Let this video be your inspiration/motivation for the day (or perhaps the rest of your life). Scott was born with cerebral palsy. Despite doctors telling his mother when he was a baby that he would be a "vegetable," Scott works out at the gym, and can lift bigger weights than we can. He also walks on a treadmill, which is more cardio than we've done in the past three years or so.

Darius Rucker, 'True Believers' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Sat, 25 May 2013 21:12:36 +0000

Darius Rucker sings with more energy than a nuclear power plant, but his new album 'True Believers' is safer than solar power. He captures the spirit of his live show -- one of the best in the business -- on each of the 12 tracks, but one yearns for for something unique and unexpected.

Little Big Town Get Personal in 'Your Side of the Bed' Video

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 25 May 2013 17:41:03 +0000

The new video for Little Big Town‘s current single ‘Your Side of the Bed’ offers fans what you have to hope is a fictional look inside the marriage of two of their principals, singers Karen Fairchild and Jimi Westbrook. The group premiered the new clip during an appearance on ‘Good Morning America’ this week. Directed [...]

Hungry Delivery Man Caught Eating Customer's Pizza

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 25 May 2013 15:13:53 +0000

You may want to think twice the next time you order a pizza. In this clip, a pizza delivery man in Russia is caught on camera helping himself to some of the food he’s about to bring to a presumably hungry customer. And we can all imagine just how mouth-watering pizza in Russia is, so [...]

The 10 Most Redneck Cities in America

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 25 May 2013 00:49:45 +0000

Comedian Jeff Foxworthy has made a cottage industry out of redneck humor with his series of ‘You Might Be a Redneck If … ‘ books, albums and specials. Now, a recent article has narrowed down the 10 most redneck cities in America — and you might (or might not) be a redneck if you live [...]

Miranda Lambert Mourns the Loss of a Beloved Old Horse

Christina Vinson — Sat, 25 May 2013 00:01:01 +0000

There is no one in the country music industry that is more known for their love of animals than Miranda Lambert. It seems that she's always rescuing furry friends from ditches or picking up strays that cross her path. That's why the recent loss of her beloved horse is so sad and has completely broken the singer's heart.

Tim McGraw's 'Highway Don't Care' Enters the ToC Top 10 Video Countdown

Billy Dukes — Fri, 24 May 2013 22:29:58 +0000

Make room for Tim McGraw, Taylor Swift and Keith Urban. The trio of superstars made a big splash on the Taste of Country Top 10 Video Countdown this week, but did they have the support to top Carrie Underwood's 'Two Black Cadillacs' video? Carebears have been relentless voters over the last several months, despite challenges from stars like Blake Shelton and Darius Rucker.

11 Examples of Hilarious Kid Poetry

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:48:16 +0000

It’s no secret kids are smart little nuggets. For starters, they’re chock-full of helpful logic and know how to fool parents with a fib. As we’ve recently discovered, they’re also very talented in the poetry department. See, with all those smartypants thoughts in kids’ heads, poetry is a way for them to express it in [...]

Kelly Clarkson Won't Join 'American Idol' as a Judge, Despite Rumors

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:03:29 +0000

Been there, done that.

Kelly Clarkson, the original 'American Idol,' won't revisit her former stomping grounds, despite rumors. The pop-country diva will not take a seat at the judge's table for Season 13 in 2014, which is expected to be totally revamped and overhauled with a new set of celebrity panelists.

United Blood Services Opening New Center in Casper

Erin — Fri, 24 May 2013 20:37:44 +0000

United Blood Services announced today that it is moving its Casper blood donor center to 2801 E. 2nd St. (corner of 2nd and Country Club, North of Hobby Lobby) this Sunday, May 26th. Hours at the new center location are: Monday and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday [...]

Wyoming Workforce Warns of Possible Job Search Scam

Erin — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:56:03 +0000

If you or someone you know is in the market for a new job, be aware of potential employers asking for money, checking account info or requirements of purchases! You should never have to pay or purchase items to become employed. [button href="http://www.wyomingworkforce.org/news/Pages/Warning---Possible-Job-Search-Scam.aspx" title="Click HERE to see warning" align="center"]

Kenny Chesney Brings Music to Alzheimer's Patients

Christina Vinson — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:02:34 +0000

'Pirate Flag' singer Kenny Chesney is known for his big-hearted kindness, as portrayed by his generosity to Boston and his support of grieving Newton families. Now, he's helping 'spread the love' in another impacting way, teaming up with non-profit organization Music and Memory to help bring music to Alzheimer's disease and dementia patients.

10 BBQ Fails to Avoid on Memorial Day

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:14:52 +0000

Got any Memorial Day plans? Maybe you’re heading to a parade and dressing up in those American flag shorts (guilty). Or perhaps heading to the public pool to kick off swimming season is more your style. Whatever you do, there’s one Memorial Day staple that all Americans must experience on Monday— the BBQ. While barbecuing [...]

Miranda Lambert to Aid Animal Rescue Efforts in Moore, Oklahoma

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:31:26 +0000

Miranda Lambert's soft spot for animals is well known in country music circles. The singer has her own animal rescue organization, and she's agreed to pitch in to help take care of the many animals displaced by the devastating tornado which hit Moore, Oklahoma on Monday (May 20).

Jason Aldean Calls on Fans to Help Decide His Next Single

Christina Vinson — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:43:14 +0000

Jason Aldean has decided to ‘take a little ride’ on the wild side and let his fans help decide the next single from his hit record ‘Night Train.’ With ten No. 1 songs under his belt, he’s hoping those who know best will be able to choose his next hit. “Decisions Decisions!!!! Tryin to decide [...]

Homeless Girl Overcomes Odds to Be Named High School Valedictorian

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:13:03 +0000

Homework was never easy for Chelesa Fearce — mostly because she didn’t have a home to do it in. Chelesa was recently named valedictorian at Charles Drew High School in Clayton County, Georgia, even though she was homeless for most of her high school career and was forced to spend some nights sleeping in her [...]

Former Cowboys Step Up to Help Renovations to UW's AA

KOWB Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 14:40:24 +0000

The renovation of the University of Wyoming’s Arena-Auditorium has received a great deal of support from a special group of individuals over the past several weeks. That special group is made up of former Cowboy basketball players who have offered their financial support through generous donations.

Pistol Annies Draw From Real Life, Marriage for New Album

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 24 May 2013 14:32:58 +0000

Pistol Annies have just released their second album, titled ‘Annie Up,’ and in a new interview, the critically acclaimed country music trio talk about how their real lives helped shape the music they’ve made this time around. “This album is about right now,” Miranda Lambert tells the Tennessean. “When we were doing the first record, [...]

I-5 Bridge Collapses in Washington's Skagit River, Sending Cars and Drivers Into the Water [PHOTOS, VIDEOS]

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 13:43:26 +0000

A bridge collapse in Mount Vernon, Washington on Thursday miraculously resulted in no fatalities. The Interstate-5 Bridge went tumbling in the Skagit River below, causing three people to spill into the water and go to the hospital. Dan Sligh was in his car with his wife when the bridge came tumbling down. He explained what [...]

The 18th Annual Kids Fishing Day Event Is Set For June 1 In Casper

Associated Press — Fri, 24 May 2013 12:09:59 +0000

CASPER, Wyo. (AP) — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department and the Community Recreation Foundation are hosting the event. It will be held from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Harry Yesness Pond at 4100 SW Wyoming Boulevard. The event is free and is for children ages 14 and under. It coincides with Free Fishing [...]