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01/24/2025

Last night, Kelsea Ballerini played the United Center in Chicago on her Patterns Tour. That's pretty cool considering one time she did an acoustic show inside of a Texas Roadhouse.

01/24/2025

Billy Strings just got his own line of Martin guitars. They're based on his own Martin, made in 1940.

01/24/2025

90 years ago- In 1935, "Kruger Cream Ale," brewed by Kruger Brewing Company became the first beer sold in a can.

53 years ago- In 1972, farmers in Guam discovered a Japanese soldier who'd Hid in the Jungle for 28 Years and had no idea World War II was over.

41 years ago- In 1984, Steve Jobs unveiled the Macintosh personal computer to a group of Apple shareholders with a dramatic presentation that shocked the crowd when the Mac "spoke" for itself.

36 years ago- In 1989, Ted Bundy fried in the Florida Electric Chair.

01/21/2025

Aerosol cans. They can explode if they get too cold.

Canned food. It can make the food inside expand, and cause tiny cracks where bacteria gets in. The USDA says to toss any canned food that swells from freezing. Even if it doesn't, they suggest tossing it just to be safe.

Eggs. Don't leave them in the car after you get groceries. If they freeze and the shells crack, they're not safe to eat.

Electronics. Things like phones, computers, and tablets don't work well if they get too cold. It can also damage the screen. And condensation can form inside the device when it warms back up, which could cause a short.

Medication. Some meds like insulin become unstable if they get too cold. When in doubt, toss frozen meds or ask a pharmacist.

Loved ones. Kids, pets, and seniors are more vulnerable to cold weather. So even short amounts of time in a freezing car can be dangerous.

01/21/2025

66 years ago- In 1959, Carl Switzer, who played Alfalfa on "The Little Rascals", was shot and killed by a former business partner . . . during an argument over a $50 debt.

31 years ago- In 1994, Lorena Bobbitt was found not guilty by reason of temporary insanity for chopping off her husband's, uh,, you know...

27 years ago- In 1998, Bill Clinton angrily denied reports he'd had "sexual relations with that woman."

Five years ago- In 2020, the first confirmed case of COVID-19 was found in the United States.

01/21/2025

Due to the anticipated inclement weather, many schools across South Georgia will be closed.

Here is a list of schools that have announced closures:

Atkinson County Schools will be closed on Wednesday.

Berrien County Schools will early release on Tuesday at 2 p.m. and closed on Wednesday.

Brooks County Schools will have early release on Tuesday at 2 p.m. and closed on Wednesday.

Clinch County Schools will close on Wednesday.

Coffee County Schools will close on Wednesday.

Colquitt County Schools will have early release on Tuesday and closed on Wednesday.

Cook County Schools will early release on Tuesday at 2 p.m. and closed on Wednesday.

Crisp County Schools will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

Echols County Schools will be closed on Wednesday.

Lanier County Schools will be closed on Wednesday.

Lowndes County Schools will be closed on Wednesday.

Thomas County Schools will be closed on Wednesday.

Thomasville City Schools will be closed on Wednesday.

Tift County Schools will have early dismissal on Tuesday. Release times are as follow:
Elementary - 1:45 p.m.
Middle/High - 2:30 p.m.
Turner County Schools will be closed on Wednesday.

Valdosta City Schools will be opened Tuesday and closed on Wednesday.

Wiregrass College and Career Academy will be closed on Wednesday.

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College will close at 3 p.m. on Tuesday and remain closed on Wednesday.

01/17/2025

Jelly Roll dropped some parenting advice the other day.
He said, "It's important to find time to NOT be parents . . . go to Burning Man and completely lose your mind and forget the kids. A little night out with some wine, or a weekend staycation . . . that's not enough.

01/17/2025

A study found you're more likely to be a psychopath if you enjoy things that are BITTER. Stuff like black coffee, dark chocolate, and gin-and-tonics.
It looked at the food-and-drink preferences of 1,000 Americans, and at personality traits like how narcissistic, aggressive, and sadistic they were.

It found people who like bitter stuff are more likely to have the types of "anti-social" qualities psychopaths have. And they were more likely to take pleasure in seeing other people suffer.

If you're listening to this while enjoying a square of dark chocolate and washing it down with black coffee, don't worry TOO much. Liking that stuff doesn't always mean you're a psycho.

They said to take the results with a grain of salt, because it's just one study. That said, experts think 1 in 22 people are technically psychopaths.
So there's a decent chance you . . . or someone you know . . . is a psycho.

01/17/2025

01/16/2025

105 years ago - In 1919, the 18th Amendment was ratified, which banned the manufacturing, sale, or transportation of alcohol in the U.S.

52 years ago - In 1972, David Seville, most famous for his songs as Alvin & The Chipmunks, died at age 52. He also wrote the 1958 novelty smash hit, "Witch Doctor".
David Seville's real name was Ross Bagdasarian. He was Armenian. Meaning that Robert Kardashian wasn't the first Armenian to bring three annoying, fake celebrities into the world.

52 years ago - In 1972, the Dallas Cowboys beat the Miami Dolphins, 24-to-3, to win Super Bowl Six. Dallas quarterback Roger Staubach completed 12 of 19 passes for 119 yards and two touchdowns . . . and was voted the game's MVP.
(Tickets cost just $15.)

44 years ago - In 1980, Paul McCartney was jailed in Tokyo for 10 days for possessing ma*****na.

43 years ago - In 1981, boxer Leon Spinks was mugged. The muggers even took his gold teeth.

01/16/2025

Coca-Cola gifted Donald Trump with the first ever commemorative Diet Coke bottle to mark his upcoming presidential inauguration.

When he heard they were handing out free coke at the inauguration, Hunter Biden asked his dad if he could tag along.

01/15/2025

A pizza place added Hawaiian pizza to their menu, but the owners think pineapple on pizza is a crime . . . so they're charging $120 for it.
Their other pizzas are more like $15.
Once and for all: Does Pineapple Belong On Pizza?
Text The Kix Crew at 229-253-0995.

01/15/2025

58 years ago- In 1967, The Rolling Stones appeared on "The Ed Sullivan Show" . . . but only after agreeing to change the words of "Let's Spend the Night Together" to "Let's Spend Some Time Together". Of course, they went by the rules...

51 years ago- In 1974, "Happy Days "premiered, starring Ron Howard, Henry Winkler and Anson Williams. It lasted 11 seasons, until 1984. It was also famous for the origin of the phrase "Jump the shark" . . . and for establishing Ted McGinley as a RATINGS KILLER.

48 years ago- In 1977, Dan Aykroyd and Jane Curtin debuted The Coneheads on "Saturday Night Live".

39 years ago- In 1986, Jimmy Dean was ordered to pay his brother Don half a million dollars . . . for causing him mental anguish in a Feud Over the Family Sausage Business.

16 years ago- In 2009, U.S. Airways pilot "Sully" Sullenberger went bird hunting with a Bowing 747 and safely landed the disabled jet on the Hudson River.

01/14/2025

People in West Palm Beach, Florida dressed up as dinosaurs on Friday at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium to break a Guinness World Record. The old record was 252 dinosaurs.

01/14/2025

Carrie Underwood will perform at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration at the U.S. Capitol on Monday. She'll sing "America the Beautiful" with the Armed Forces Chorus and the United States Naval Academy Glee Club.

Carrie says, quote, "I love our country and am honored to have been asked to sing at the Inauguration and to be a small part of this historic event.
"I am humbled to answer the call at a time when we must all come together in the spirit of unity and looking to the future."

There will also be performances from Lee Greenwood and opera singer Christopher Macchio.

The Village People will perform at Trump's inaugural balls and a rally the day before. The band says, quote, "We know this won't make some of you happy to hear however we believe that music is to be performed without regard to politics.
"Our song 'Y.M.C.A.' is a global anthem that hopefully helps bring the country together after a tumultuous and divided campaign where our preferred candidate lost. Therefore, we believe it’s now time to bring the country together with music."

Kid Rock will also be playing at a rally on Sunday.

01/14/2025

73 years ago - In 1952, NBC's "Today" show premiered. It was created by Sigourney Weaver's dad.

52 years ago - In 1973, the Miami Dolphins beat the Washington Redskins 14-7 at Super Bowl 7 . . . becoming the first and only team
to end the season with a Perfect Record.

32 years ago - In 1993, David Letterman announced that he was leaving NBC for CBS.

53 years ago - In 1972, "Sanford & Son" premiered on NBC, you big dummy.