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Microsoft Windows 8 Is A Week Away [VIDEO]
Microsoft has really changed the way our operating systems will look like with Windows 8. Windows 8 is the biggest revision of Microsoft since Windows 95, 17 years ago! It look's cool but will it be easy to use? Colin Gillis, an analyst at BGC Financial, is optimistic about Windows 8, pointing out that it's snappy and runs well on PCs with limited processing power, making it suited for compact, tablet-style machines.I guess time will tell if Windows 8 is a success or not?
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Honey Boo Boo Is Getting a Makeover!
Surely by now you have seen an episode or have at least heard of "Honey Boo Boo." For those who haven't: it is a reality television program on TLC that features beauty pageant participant Alana Thompson (Honey Boo Boo), along with her mother June Shannon, father Mike Thompson and her three older sisters. Actually it's not "Honey Boo Boo" that's getting the makeover, it's a
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Classic News 25 Voiced By Joe Lowe [VIDEO]
Monday, radio legend Joe Lowe passed away from esophageal cancer. Over the years Joe has voiced concert commercials, on-hold messages, TV/radio commercials - you name it - Joe has probably voiced or you have heard his voice somewhere. Keep reading for funeral arrangements and how you can sign Joe Lowe's guestbook. RIP Joe!
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Apple Fest This Weekend at Reid’s Orchard!
It's that wonderful time of the year: the 26th Annual Reid's Orchard Apple Festival this weekend on Highway 144 in Owensboro. Temperatures are expected to be in the 60's Saturday & 70's Sunday! Enjoy crafts, great food, carnival rides, vendors, activities, apple treats of every kind and new this year a play land for children and a gemstone mine! Hours are Saturday 10am til 6pm and Sunday Noon to 6pm. A great time for the whole family!
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Are Glasses a Trademark Look for Country Singers? [VIDEO]
Country singers like John Conlee who wore rose-colored glasses on stage made him a household name. Hank Williams Jr. pretty much has to wear glasses after his terrible mountain fall back in the 70's, but it made a trademark look for him with his cowboy hat, beard & dark sunglasses. And today Eric Church wears sunglasses on stage as well. So I guess it works to portray the image these singers want and sometimes it works out pretty well for them!
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“Senior Scam Jam” October 18th in Owensboro
This is a great event that GRADD is putting on with several state and federal agencies to present a free workshop educating seniors on how to protect themselves from fraud and invest their money wisely
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“Little Tikes” Making Kids Happy Since 1970
I had no idea that the "Little Tikes" company has been around since 1970, making plastic and durable riding toys, kids furniture, inflatable bounce houses, outdoor play & learning toys. And "Little Tikes" has a great slogan that urges kids to play outdoors "Get up and Grow!" I think all of my kids had the tiny coupe and they have played with them until the tires fell off - they are without a doubt very durable!
Have you ever wondered what a real life "Little Tikes" car would look like? READ MORE to check it out!
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Has Concussion [VIDEO]
Well, my man Dale Earnhardt Jr. gave it his all this 2012 race season: he had 1 win and numerous top 10 finishes and was locked in for the Chase for the Sprint Cup. After this past Sunday's Talladega race and a big crash on the last lap, it turns out Dale Jr. has a concussion, according to Hendrick Motorsports. Earnhardt will sit out Charlotte and Kansas, and Regan Smith will replace him in the No. 88 Chevrolet. Earnhardt was diagnosed Wednesday in Charlotte, the team said.
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Can You Guess The Mystery Couple? [VIDEO]
I couldn't believe this picture when I saw it! It's a couple that is on a hit TV show. Then, there wasn't much facial hair. Now, there is a bunch of it. Do you know which show I'm talking about? READ MORE to find out who the couple is!
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A Benefit for Radio Personality Joe Lowe October 20th
Our good friend and work colleague Joe Lowe was recently diagnosed with stage-4 cancer and has undergone chemotherapy and other treatments. The bills are piling up and we want to do our part to help out our friend as he has helped us and many others throughout his broadcast career. The "Show Jolo" event is Saturday, October 20th at the American Legion 118 West Veterans Blvd. - across from the new beautiful Smothers Park. The event will have live music, corn hole tournaments, a benefit poker run, inflatables for the kids and so much more! KEEP READING FOR EVENT TIMES!
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‘Duck Dynasty’ The Beards Are Back Wednesday! [VIDEO]
There are some reality shows out there where you can tell they are acting, but when you find a show where people earn a living doing what they love and are having fun at the same time, then you need to check out "Duck Dynasty" Season 2 on A&E this Wednesday night 10/9 central. It's now firmly established as one of the quirkiest, most enjoyable reality shows on television! I love it and hope you do too!
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The Johnny Cash Museum Opening Soon
The legacy of "The Man In Black" is coming soon to Nashville, TN. I've been a fan of Johnny Cash since I was a kid and I'm looking forward to this museum opening up and showing us what Johnny Cash was really like. You'll see memorabilia from friends, colleagues and family members.
At this time still don't know an exact opening date, but we will be sure to let you know when we find out!