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Curious Origins of Quotes from Politics, Entertainment and Sports [VIDEO]
One of my favorite cartoons is Fred Basset, created by Alexander S. Graham. In 1953 Graham wrote one of the world's most lasting lines about aliens, "Take me to your leader". That famous quote led to research on other quotes and learned a few interesting facts.
It’s Friday the 13th–Are You Superstitious?
There's an old superstition that if you walk under a ladder, it will bring you bad luck. A unofficial poll we took on the morning show showed most people...at least our listeners... don't profess to being superstitious. But there are some things, like ladders, that we avoid, just in case there is something to this superstition thing.
Lubbock Arts Fest and Robert Earl Keen Highlight Entertainment Venues [VIDEO]
I really don't think the weekend can get any more crowded. We've got the Robert Earl Keen concert at the Rattlesnake Roundup Friday night at the Lonestar Amphitheater on East 19th. Friday just happens to be the first day the public can enjoy all the art, music and activities at the 34th annual Lubbock Arts Festival at the Civic Center. Those two events alone are enough to fill your weekend.
Willie Nelson Reveals Why Patsy Cline Recorded “Crazy” [VIDEO]
One of the most played songs in country music is "Crazy", written and originally sung by Willie Nelson. But it is Patsy Cline's version that most know. In an interview with the Reno Gazette-Journal, Willie says Patsy's husband, Charlie Dick first asked about the song in 1962 in Tootsie's Orchid Lounge.
Son of Lorrie Morgan and Keith Whitley Weds [VIDEO]
Lorrie Morgan and the late Keith Whitley were married from 1986 until his death in 1989. They had one child together--Jesse Keith Whitley and in March that son took a step that will change his life forever.
Cow Shows Intelligence by Escaping Slaughterhouse
Moo-ve over! It happened at a New Jersey slaughterhouse. A cow escaped. The black and white bovine was running through the street of Paterson, N.J. after 8 Tuesday night.
Can Your Kid Do Karaoke? Find Out at the Lubbock Arts Festival
A phone call on the morning show today sparked this blog. The caller said, "Tell me about the children's karaoke contest at the Arts Festival". So, I checked on the details and here goes.
Lubbock Arts Festival Offers a Myriad of Art and Music
For over thirty years the Lubbock Arts Festival has entertained hundreds of thousands of adults and children and this year is no different. It opens officially Thursday with Premiere night from 6-9 p.m.
Following ACM Award Lee Brice Releasing Another Song [VIDEO]
If you go by the Academy of Country Music award presented recently, Lee Brice is one of the best songwriters around. He was co-writer, with Liz Rose, on the winning ACM Song of the Year, "Crazy Girl"( the Eli Young Band).
Top 10 Tips to Save Gas as Prices Continue to Climb
The price of gas has jumped nearly four cents over the past two weeks, according to the Lundberg Survey of fuel prices. The average nationwide price of a gallon of regular gas is at $3.97.
Royalties Go to Navy SEALS from Keith Urban Song,”For You”, Released this Week [VIDEO]
Keith Urban news shows his recent throat surgery was a success and he's back with better than ever vocals, plus he has a new song out. "For You" was released Monday. Written for the movie "Act of Valor" which features real-life members of the Navy SEALS, the song will be a monetary benefit for the SEALS.
Ronnie Dunn Says Being a Cowboy Is Different to Different People [VIDEO]
Basking in the success of his recent single, "Let the Cowboy Rock" Ronnie Dunn says being a "Cowboy" means different things to different people.