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Aug 18, 2026
Dog Sings Along To Michael Jackson
Teddy the dog may have just won the internet with a one-second guest spot during Michael Jackson’s “Human Nature.” In a YouTube Short, Teddy is sitting in his mom’s arms, wearing an oversized black bow tie, because apparently he has a stylist, while she sings along to the song. Then comes that famous “why, whyyyy” … Continue reading Dog Sings Along To Michael Jackson
Jul 24, 2026
Oliver Opens at PCT Tonight
Pittsburg Community Theatre is raising the curtain on a classic this weekend, and from the sound of it, this is one production you won’t want to miss. Director Tony Sanchez stopped by to talk about PCT’s latest show, Oliver!, opening tonight at Memorial Auditorium. The beloved musical, based on Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist, brings a … Continue reading Oliver Opens at PCT Tonight
Jul 21, 2026
Balloons and Big Fun in Joplin
So Joplin’s about to get a little… floaty. The Route 66 Centennial Balloon Festival lands August 28th through the 30th at Missouri Southern, and it’s basically three days of looking up and going, “okay yeah, that’s pretty cool.” We’re talking more than a dozen hot air balloons, plus tethered rides if committing to the full … Continue reading Balloons and Big Fun in Joplin
Jul 3, 2026
City of Joplin July 4 Celebration
So here’s the deal for the 4th in Joplin… things kick off at 5:30 at Fred G. Hughes Stadium over at MSSU. It’s the big one this year—the country’s turning 250, so they’re going a little extra. Think food trucks, bounce houses, and that “we stayed for the fireworks” level of commitment. Live music starts … Continue reading City of Joplin July 4 Celebration
Jun 17, 2026
Route 66 Centennial Caravan Stops In Joplin Friday
Friday Brings Big Steaks, Street Art, Food Trucks, Classic Cars, And Zero Boredom If you’re still “thinking about” Father’s Day weekend plans, good news: Joplin already covered Friday night for you. Consider this your cheat sheet to a Route 66 weekend that pretty much plans itself. The Friday Night Route 66 Centennial Caravan Party ALLO … Continue reading Route 66 Centennial Caravan Stops In Joplin Friday
Jun 10, 2026
Bourbon Bandits Boost $500K in Bottles
So this feels less like a crime and more like an incredible heist movie that somehow forgot the dramatic music. Middle of the day. Philadelphia. Totally normal Friday. And somehow… 10,800 bottles of bourbon just casually walk out of a warehouse. We’re talking about 1,800 cases of Noble Oak—roughly half a million bucks—loaded up between … Continue reading Bourbon Bandits Boost $500K in Bottles
Jun 9, 2026
Easy Father’s Day Ideas He’ll Actually Enjoy
Father’s Day is June 21st, which means it’s time for the annual game of “what does Dad actually want to do?” Because if your dad is anything like mine, asking gets you a shrug… maybe a grunt… possibly a “whatever you want.” Cool, super helpful. Mother’s Day? Easy. Brunch, flowers, done. Dads? Absolute mystery. So … Continue reading Easy Father’s Day Ideas He’ll Actually Enjoy
Jun 9, 2026
Road Rage Incident Turns Musical
In Fremont, California, where two drivers were already having a very normal bad day—tailgating, honking, the usual “I will absolutely ruin both our afternoons” energy. They pull over, get out, and start throwing punches like it’s a deleted scene from a low-budget action movie. And then—plot twist—one guy reaches into his car… and grabs a … Continue reading Road Rage Incident Turns Musical
Jun 3, 2026
Experience History In Carthage This Weekend
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, Carthage, Missouri is basically time-traveling… but with food, drinks, and live music. It’s called “Experience History,” and they went ahead and stacked three big events into weekend. Friday night kicks off with a block party at Boots Court from 5:30 to 8:30. Think classic cars, live … Continue reading Experience History In Carthage This Weekend
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 6, 2026
Greatest Guitar Solos of All Time
Who doesn’t love an epic guitar solo ? You know the feeling… that moment when a song just lifts off and suddenly you’re gripping an imaginary Strat like your life depends on it. Rolling Stone just dropped its list of the 100 greatest guitar solos, and it’s a full-on time warp. We’re talking everything from … Continue reading Greatest Guitar Solos of All Time
Apr 29, 2026
Greatest Living American Songwriters
The New York Times just dropped an unranked list of the 30 greatest living American songwriters… which is basically a polite way of saying, “Don’t yell at us, we didn’t put them in order.” They pulled in over 250 music insiders and a handful of critics to figure out who defines the “new American songbook”… … Continue reading Greatest Living American Songwriters