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Weekend Update for September 29-30
Weekend Update for September 29- Oct 1 FRIDAY Dungeons of Doom and Hotel of Terror Haunted House is open at 701 Wall Street! Ticket prices vary Haunted History walking tour at the History Museum on Park Central Square at 5:30- ticket prices vary Wine Walk and Brew Hop at Farmers Park 2144 E. Republic Road – Proceeds benefit the DOC 6-9 pm $35 per person MumkinFest Free admission family fun,…
It's The LAST Super Moon Of 2023!
The last big "Harvest Moon" or "Super Moon" can be seen during the early morning hours today around 5 am! You will be able to see this BIG MOON twice today. The moon will reappear tonight and it will look large and in charge because its near the horizon bringing it a " big moon illusion" We won't see another "super moon" until September of 2024 then again in October and in November! Grab the…
Texas Country's Working Man's Band...Mike & The Moonpies
Playing well over 200 shows a year, Mike and The Moonpies are one of the hardest working bands bands on the planet. Hailing from the "Live Music Capital Of The World" Austin, Texas, Mike and the Moonpies started as a dance hall band. Over the years, and 8 studio albums later, Mike and "The Pies" have established themselves as one of the very best Texas Country bands ever. I got the chance to…
Ole School Red Dirt With The Red Dirt Rangers
Ground zero for Red Dirt Country music can be traced back to the home of the Oklahoma State Cowboys, Stillwater Oklahoma. More specifically, a little two-story, five-bedroom house called "The Farm". The house was out on the edge of town and the home of one Bob Childers, the "Godfather" of Red Dirt. Some of the music founding members became who we know today as the Red Dirt Rangers. The Rangers…
Government Shutdown Looming, Will Mail be Delivered?
A gridlocked Congress may cause a government shutdown for this weekend! Who will be impacted? The military, thousands of federal employees, and some government benefit may be put on hold until Congress can pass an agreed upon bill. The good news? The US Postal service will not be affected because the agency is funded through sales of products and services, not taxpayer dollars. If you collect…
Watch For Deer!
Watch out for deer in and around the Springfield metro! This time of year the deer are quite active, especially at dawn and dusk. It's mating season! The deer are on the run and when you see one, usually more will follow, so be on the lookout especially when traveling on country roads, outer roads and heavily wooded areas.
A Few Minutes With Texas Country Superstar Randy Rodgers
It's hard to not think The Randy Rodgers Band when you think about Texas Country. Hailing from San Marcos, Texas this band is the heart and soul of what's now called "Texas Country" music. From the bands live recording debut "Live at Cheatham Street Warehouse" to their latest, "Homecoming" the heart, soul, and style is unmistakable and that's why they are so loved by their fans.……
Tanner Usrey...His Stardom Just Keeps Growing!
Since we talked at last years at the Born & Raised Festival, Tanner Usrey has ascended to a whole other level. He's come a long way since his days growing up in the small town of Prosper, TX. Inspired by the likes of George Strait, Tom Petty, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and The Rolling Stones plus his favorite, Whiskey Myers, he combined all these influences to create his own style of singing and…
Your Kids Will Love THIS!~
The kids will be so happy! Look for Kraft Mac & Cheese to be bringing back its popular "SpongeBob SquarePants" Mac & Cheese shapes! Starting next month on store shelves, you will be able to find Spongebob, Patrick, and all of his friends in the form of your favorite Kraft Mac and Cheese just waiting for you to take them home! Remember- “F is for friends who do stuff together!” —…
Grab Your Powerball Tickets For Tonight's Drawing!
Without a winner in sight, Powerball Jackpot has soared to OVER $835 Million dollars! The jackpot for Wednesday, September 27 has everyone scrambling for a ticket. If you should win and take the cash options, you will get a check for $390 million, which will look great in your checking account! How would you spend it? It's fun to dream Cost per play is $2.00. Get your ticket before the 9 pm…