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Sara Evans Shares Sweet Mother's Day Picture

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:05:44 +0000

Country star Sara Evans sure looks like she's having a happy Mother's Day in this sweet picture. The 'A Little Bit Stronger' singer shared the photo via Twitter and Instagram on Sunday morning (May 12).

Country Stars and Their Moms

Billy Dukes — Sun, 12 May 2013 17:07:42 +0000

There are dozens (if not hundreds) of country songs about moms, and many country singers are even mothers themselves. For this reason, the Mother's Day holiday is sure to be one that is surely not going to be overlooked on any humble artist's calendar. Take a look at the women who helped shape the ladies and gents of country music -- the ones that give us so much wonderful music year after year -- in this list of Country Stars and Their Moms.

14 Awesome Easter Eggs You Should Definitely Make

Emerald Catron — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 23:03:16 +0000

Easter is coming! Usually we aren't very excited about this holiday, because ham is an everyday part of life the way we roll. However, these hand-painted eggs have us excited for the holiday we haven't celebrated since 2009.

If you're tired of dunking some eggs in vinegar-scented food coloring water, check these out for some inspiration. Or, you know, just because they're awesome.

The 10 Weirdest Bunnies in Pop Culture

Donald Deane — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 22:33:12 +0000

You may not be aware, but the Easter Bunny has been around for a long time. Easily one of the most recognizable symbols of the holiday, the loveable critter was first mentioned in an essay by German physician and botanist Georg Franck von Frankenau all the way back in 1682. Funny, we always figured he was just a Hallmark creation.

Who Won an Easter Basket?

Melissa — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 21:40:14 +0000

Easter is almost here! We teamed up with We Buy and Sell Real Estate to give you a chance at winning an Easter Basket. Drum roll please Alexandra Rivera,Judy Pedraza, Kristina Kruse,Luis Rivera, Patty Amezcua, Nicole Cano, Cristella Amejorado, Mary Janssen,Jannett Alex, Carolyn Asher, Michelle Riemenschneider, Frances Gutierrez, Amanda Reid, Nora Vargas, and Sarah Rodriguez all won an Easter Basket

Bunny Breakfast at the Texas Zoo Saturday

Joe Bob — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 21:31:09 +0000

Saturday, March 16, 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Texas Zoo it’s time for an Easter celebration with the Easter Bunny himself! McDonald’s will be providing a hot breakfast for those who attend. There will also be games, crafts, and photo opportunities with Bunny so don’t forget to bring your camera! Preregistration for this event [...]

Skeeter at Beef O' Brady's Friday

Joe Bob — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:03:38 +0000

Saint Patrick’s Day is almost here. KIXS 108 will be at Beef O Brady’s Friday from 4-6 to have a pre-St Patty’s Day party. Come see Skeeter and tell him Joe Bob sent you by. Then return Sunday to celebrate your Irish pride or just be Irish for the day, to celebrate St Patty’s [...]

5 Fun, Different and Surprising Valentine's Day Dates

Kathy Landin — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:11:38 +0000

It comes around every year, and yet every year you wonder what kind of date you should take your sweetheart on for Valentine’s Day. There’s always dinner and a movie, but that’s been done. You could see a show and have late-night dessert. If it’s cold, you can freeze your tushes off ice-skating. Or you [...]

The Worst Valentine's Day Gifts on the Web

Emerald Catron — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 16:47:38 +0000

If you’re feeling a little pressure to impress this Valentine’s Day, let us lend you a hand. Here are some things you DEFINITELY SHOULD NOT BUY. So just cross those right off your list of gift ideas. This is just a smattering of examples from a very thorough list compiled by our friends at Huffington [...]

Who's More Stressed on Valentine's Day — Singles or Couples?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 21:03:39 +0000

For a holiday all about the heart, Valentine’s Day sure wreaks a lot of havoc on it. According to a new survey, 56% of people believe singe people are more stressed out on Valentine’s Day. The other 44% say people in a couple are more stressed on this most romantic of days. A total of [...]

10 Valentine's Day Facts You Need to Know [INFOGRAPHIC]

Christine Gritmon — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 16:13:28 +0000

It's almost time for everyone's (least) favorite holiday -- Valentine's Day! But before you resign yourself to watching 'Marley & Me' and eating soup straight out of the can, learn these facts! At least that way you can feel like you're not completely worthless because you're still capable of learning. That should help. That, and ice cream.

Win $1,500 in Prizes!

Melissa — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:29:47 +0000

Every year, consumers face the question of what to do for their special friends, dates and mates for Valentine’s Day. With all this spending at stake, what are you doing to win more than your fair share? We are inviting you to submit a short story about your Valentine, or what you did, or what you’re willing to do to get out of the doghouse, and what we can do to help you this Valentine’s Day

Keith Urban Wishes Us All a Happy New Year From Australia

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 14:03:26 +0000

It's already 2013 in Australia, which is nearly a day ahead of U.S. local time zones. Country superstar and Season 12 'American Idol' judge Keith Urban is already welcoming in the new year while in Oz. He shared a New Year's Eve photo from Sydney, complete with fireworks going off in the background.

Luke Bryan Recalls His Best New Year's Eve

Megan Pacella — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 17:04:53 +0000

It's that time of year again! Christmas is over and most of us are scrambling to make plans for New Year's Eve. Even though there can be pressure to do something really special in honor of the new year, Luke Bryan recently revealed that his best New Year's Eve was spent with good friends.

It's the Last Day to Qualify to Win an Apple iPad2 During the Townsquare Media Holiday Blood Drive

Adam West — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 16:02:57 +0000

The holidays are all about giving. Seeing the smiles on the faces of family and friends when they open their gifts, spreading love and joy, and helping others we may not even know. That’s why we’re asking you to give the most important gift of all, the gift of life during the Townsquare Media Blood [...]

Taylor Swift's Best Christmas Gift Ever Was From Her Dad

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 13:11:12 +0000

Forget that singing telegram she received this holiday season from her boyfriend, One Direction's Harry Styles. Taylor Swift has revealed that her best Christmas gift -- like, ever -- was from dear ol' dad.

Josh Kelley Shares Sweet Photo of His Daughters With Grandpa on Christmas

Megan Pacella — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 13:34:30 +0000

It’s obvious that Josh Kelley and his family had a holly jolly Christmas. The ‘Georgia Clay’ singer shared a sweet photo of his daughters enjoying some holiday cheer with their grandfather, Kelley’s father-in-law. Kelley and his wife, actress Katherine Heigl, have adopted two daughters since they married in 2007. In 2009, the young couple welcomed [...]

Give the Gift of Life During the Townsquare Media Holiday Blood Drive

Adam West — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 18:29:06 +0000

Kelly Clarkson Visits Sick Kids for Christmas

Megan Pacella — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 17:00:17 +0000

Always one to use her singing talents for the greater good, Kelly Clarkson stopped by Monroe Carrell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt on Dec. 21 to spread some holiday cheer. Clarkson sang a few songs and celebrated the season with patients and staff at the hospital in her hometown of Nashville.

Lady Antebellum Perform 'Have a Holly Jolly Christmas' at Disney Parks Christmas Parade

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 13:13:03 +0000

Lady Antebellum celebrated Christmas this morning (Dec. 25) with all of their fans, courtesy of a pre-taped performance of ‘Have a Holly Jolly Christmas’ from their holiday record ‘On This Winter’s Night,’ which aired on the annual Disney Parks Christmas parade on ABC. Charles Kelley, Dave Haywood and Hillary Scott performed outside in the broad [...]