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Jun 17, 2026
City of Joplin Providing FREE Curbside Pickup of Tree Limbs
If your yard lost last weekend’s fight with the high winds, there’s some good news. Joplin is doing free curbside pickup for tree limbs and storm debris. Basically, drag all the branches, leaves, and general leafy chaos to the curb before the morning of Monday, July 6. Not the street, not the sidewalk—curb. If you’re … Continue reading City of Joplin Providing FREE Curbside Pickup of Tree Limbs
Jun 4, 2026
Billy Gibbons Drops New Single
ZZ Top’s Billy F. Gibbons is back at it with a new single called “Brown Paper Bag.” He dropped the news himself like a guy who just wandered into the room with a riff and a grin, casually mentioning it also features Keith Urban… casually shredding. No big deal. The track’s got that crunchy, greasy, … Continue reading Billy Gibbons Drops New Single
May 29, 2026
Careless Driver Creates Concrete Chaos
A driver in Wisconsin saw a big ol’ “road closed” sign… decided it was more of a suggestion, and actually got out, moved the barricade, and kept right on driving at an interchange near Milwaukee. Problem is, the road wasn’t just closed… it was freshly poured concrete. And, you guessed it, the pickup sank right … Continue reading Careless Driver Creates Concrete Chaos
May 25, 2026
Man Arrested for Dancing in the Road, with a Turtle (…and Meth)
In rural Indiana last week, middle of a county road, a guy just vibing. Dancing. No music. No reason. Just living his best life, all while holding a plastic bag and a turtle. Conservation officers show up, and they notice he’s holding not just any turtle, but an Eastern Box Turtle, which, fun fact, you’re … Continue reading Man Arrested for Dancing in the Road, with a Turtle (…and Meth)
May 20, 2026
Meaningful Things To Do For Memorial Day
Memorial Day always feels like this mix of things… burgers on the grill, lawn chairs out, maybe a little sunscreen you forgot to reapply—and underneath it all, a quiet reminder of why the day actually matters. If you’re pulling something together last minute, you don’t need a full-blown production. Fire up a simple backyard BBQ, … Continue reading Meaningful Things To Do For Memorial Day
May 1, 2026
Bee Blitz Brings Beekeeper Bust
A Massachusetts woman really took the phrase “sting operation” a little too literally. Rebecca Woods, beekeeper, clearly not afraid of commitment—showed up to an eviction in Longmeadow with a trailer full of beehives and a plan that can only be described as… bold. Deputies are there to evict a guy from his $1.9 million home, … Continue reading Bee Blitz Brings Beekeeper Bust
Apr 3, 2026
From Jackpot to Jail Cell…AGAIN
You ever wonder what happens when someone wins the lottery and immediately goes off the rails? Let us reintroduce you to James Farthing from Kentucky — the guy who won a jaw-dropping $167 million Powerball jackpot last year and has somehow managed to get arrested four times before he could even adjust his tax bracket. … Continue reading From Jackpot to Jail Cell…AGAIN
Mar 27, 2026
Cassette Comeback
Cassettes are officially cool again! And Maxell’s cashing in on it. They’ve just brought back their classic personal tape player, but this time, it’s got Bluetooth, USB-C charging, and yes… a headphone jack. Imagine that—a jack, in 2026. The battery lasts about 11 hours, which is plenty of time to relive your teenage heartbreak mixtape. … Continue reading Cassette Comeback
Mar 24, 2026
Thom Watts Talks Silver Dollar City With Brandei & Madi
Thom Watts had Brandei and Madi from Silver Dollar City in — basically the queens of the park — and we covered a lot in this visit. Thunderation is taking its final lap after about 30 years, so this whole season is one big retirement party instead of a pity party. They’re even rolling out … Continue reading Thom Watts Talks Silver Dollar City With Brandei & Madi
Mar 17, 2026
Driving Tips to Fight High Gas Prices
Gas prices are doing that thing again — creeping up just enough to make you reconsider every errand. But you can stretch what’s in your tank a little farther with a few smart moves. First, slow down. Cars are most efficient around 65, not when you’re pretending to qualify for NASCAR. Cruise control can help … Continue reading Driving Tips to Fight High Gas Prices
Mar 17, 2026
Man Caught Smuggling Ants Onto Plane
A Chinese guy was stopped at the airport in Nairobi, Kenya with more than two thousand live queen ants in his luggage. (Surprisingly, not in his pants.) Authorities counted about 1,948 ants crammed into little test tubes, and another 300 wrapped up in tissue paper rolls. Because apparently that’s how you pack your insect empire … Continue reading Man Caught Smuggling Ants Onto Plane
Mar 16, 2026
2026 Academy Awards ~ Oscar Recap
The Oscars were last night, with Conan O’Brien back for round two as host—and let’s just say, the man still knows how to roast Hollywood with a wink. The big winner? “One Battle After Another”—swept up six awards, including Best Picture, Director, and Cinematography. Michael B. Jordan snagged his first Oscar for playing both Smoke … Continue reading 2026 Academy Awards ~ Oscar Recap