Monday 17th March 2025
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The Zac Brown Band canceled their show in Vancouver, Canada Friday after some crew members were denied entry at the border. It was NOT because of Covid. “We’re a family. We stick together and support each other, and never leave anyone behind. Apparently some of the crew had a record decades ago that was cleared and that kept them from entering the country this time. The weird part is that the band has been performing regularly in Canada, including twice THIS year.
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The NY Post says Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen have allegedly hired divorce attorneys and are now ready to fight. A source tells the newspaper, “Things are very nasty between Tom and Gisele because of the lawyers. Tom and Gisele are not battling over the kids, they both want joint custody. But it will take some time to divide their wealth and property all over the world…Meanwhile the Buccaneers LOST to the Carolina Panthers yesterday 21 to 3…
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There may be several reasons why Blake Shelton decided that next season would be his last on “The Voice”. But according to Radar.com, he did it because Gwen Stefani applied the pressure. “Gwen wants him to spend more time with her, so they can ensure a happy future together.” The insider said his busy schedule has been an issue since the couple got married. They can’t even agree where to live. They split time between Gwen’s home in Encino, California . . . or Blake’s ranch in Oklahoma.
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Kenny Chesney was given an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from his alma mater, East Tennessee State University. He graduated back in 1990 and participated in their bluegrass program and studied advertising. He credits the school’s music program for inspiring him to pursue country music as a career. So, now we introduce him as Doctor Kenny Chesney….
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Some quick movie news…The Rock’s“Black Adam” won the box office with a $67 million opening weekend. There’s a “The Conjuring 4” is in the works. Channing Tatum posted a picture of Salma Hayek in “Magic Mike’s Last Dance”. The season finale of “House of the Dragon” leaked online Friday, ahead of its Sunday premiere on HBO.
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Alec Baldwin marked the first anniversary of “Rust” cinematographer Halyna Hutchins’ death. Poor taste? Maybe…the comments are somewhat mixed…more of what you would probably expect with one poster saying “Man you should turn the comments off this post.”
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Radar Online says Tom Cruise is allegedly eyeing Demi Moore to boost his career and love life. A source reveals, "Demi is the industry darling at the moment, and she could help Tom restore his popularity in Hollywood. Apparently, Tom has a problem with being to head strong and it rubs people the wrong way…
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Wrangler jeans just announced a collaboration with Lainey Wilson and it's full of hippie-inspired cowgirl looks. Wrangler said that it was, quote, "guaranteed to add country flare to any outfit."
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Beyoncé Grammy award winner for Best Country Album, Album of the Year..is reportedly having trouble selling out shows on her Cowboy Carter Tour. Experts blame high ticket prices, the fact that she just toured two years ago, and the unpopularity of the "Cowboy Carter" album. But, she won ALL those awards!!!
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Megan Moroney is unlucky in love. Whiskey Riff quotes her as saying, “I feel like I’ve always had bad taste in men. I had a really sweet boyfriend in fifth grade, and I broke up with him because I wanted to date the eighth-grade bad boy who had failed a bunch of times.”…I think I know why Megan…call me…
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Welcome to ‘At the Movies’ Brought to You by North Grand Cinema in Ames…
In Theaters this weekend: “Black Bag”
A gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agents George Woodhouse and his wife Kathryn. When she is suspected of betraying the nation, George faces the ultimate test – loyalty to his marriage or his country.
https://youtu.be/Du0Xp8WX_7I?si=1ORmrpJN7sTKJVvE
“Black Bag" is Rated: R
Stars: Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett
At the Movies’, Brought to you by North Grand Cinema, in Ames. Listen Friday during the Morning Kickstart to win a Family Four Pack of tickets to a movie of your choice from North Grand Cinema and Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1.
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Imagine paying good money to see Chris Stapleton live… only to take a nap. That’s exactly what an Australian couple did—out cold in the middle of the concert! Their friends, being absolute menaces, surrounded them with empty beer cans. When the couple woke up, they had a full-blown hangover without the fun part.
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Zach Top Says He always wanted to be a cowboy when he was a kid…But…He realized early on the closest he could get to being a cowboy was singing about them.
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Taylor Swift is allegedly hiding and not speaking to friends because of the mess involving Justin Baldoni and her friend Blake Lively. A source says, 'She is still in touch with a select few but currently doesn't want to be dragging anyone else into this mess. She’s going to continue to lay low and is quite content playing house with the man she loves.’’
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Jelly Roll, Chris Stapleton, and Pitbull will headline the 2025 NCAA March Madness Music Festival. It's a three-day event from April 4th to the 6th in San Antonio, Texas.
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