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The D-Day Landing Beaches in Normandy, France — Go Here

Phil Richardson — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:28 +0000

The date was June 6, 1944. The invasion of France by the Allies had begun, and it was the beginning of the end for Hitler’s Third Reich, and its occupation of mainland Europe. Seeing the D-Day beaches evokes such strong emotions and memories, I strongly recommend you take the time to see them. For veterans [...]

The Grand Canyon Skywalk — Go Here

Jackie Mancini — Tue, 07 May 2013 12:00:28 +0000

Grand Canyon West is privately owned by the Hualapai tribe, and it was they who conceived of and now operate the Grand Canyon Skywalk -- A transparent, horseshoe-shaped cantilever bridge in Arizona that allows you to get a feel for just how gigantic the Grand Canyon truly is, by scaring the life out of you.

I Want to Win This Contest – Will You Help?

Jeff Easterling — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:29:36 +0000

I can’t hardly believe it… I AM A FINALIST! The best contests are usually on radio, and radio people cannot win. So, when I got word that I was a finalist in this Facebook contest for Beaches Resorts I danced a little jig. Now, I need your vote! When I played little league baseball, I [...]

Airline Now Charging People by Weight [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:45:28 +0000

Wow, I know this idea was on the table and talked about, but now it’s happened. Samoa Air will be the first airline to charge by weight. The airline calculates the cost of the ticket based on both the weight of a passenger and their luggage. customers pay a fixed price per kg, which varies [...]

Pluto's Gate to Hell – Go Here

Mike Adams — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 18:00:25 +0000

In the ancient Phrygian city of Hierapolis, a group of archaeologists recently discovered what they believe to be Pluto’s Gate, a celebrated and infamous portal into the underworld of Greco-Roman mythology that was once believed to be, quite literally, one of the gates into the depths of hell. The find was uncovered in what is [...]

Does This Sketch By a Crazy Memphis Street Artist Look Anything Like Me?

Lisa Lindsey — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:45:46 +0000

Last weekend some friends and co-workers of mine were in Memphis to tour St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. As we were walking down Beale Street, we were stopped by a so-called ‘street artist’ who just started drawing away. “No ma’am, don’t walk away yet, no charge,” the man said, as everyone around us kept shouting [...]

The 2013 Bridal Fair is THIS Saturday!

Jim Weaver — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:42:12 +0000

We keep telling you, one place, one day, everything you need. We really mean that! Ruth’s Flowers and Townsquare Media once again bring you the best way to plan your 2013 wedding in the Ark-La-Tex, the 2013 Bridal Fair is this Saturday at the Four States Entertainment Center. Be there from 10:00a.m. until 3:00p.m. to [...]

Go Here: Button King Museum in South Carolina

Jackie Mancini — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 18:06:36 +0000

For Dalton Stevens, it all started with a case of insomnia. Dalton — 53-years-old at the time — couldn’t sleep. Back then, watching TV all night wasn’t an option, as programming ended at 2am, and so like any normal human being Dalton decided to busy himself by sewing some buttons on a denim jumpsuit. He [...]

Most Common Arguments When Traveling With Family This Christmas [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 12:53:14 +0000

Ah, the Christmas road trip! Over the hills and through the woods to grandmother’s house we go! Pack your bags and don’t forget the presents! Many of us will be traveling for the holidays, and the arguing in the car begins! A survey in Britain showed that 2 out of 5 Brits admit, yes there [...]

Delorean Taxis Send New York Back To The Future

Aaron on Air — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 22:03:36 +0000

Roads? Where we’re going we don’t needs roads. We aren’t going anywhere in these New York taxis that look like Deloreans from the Back to the Future movies. Don’t get us wrong, these taxis designed by NY-based ad agency Nooka are pretty awesome but we’re more worried about the safety of an entire city. New [...]

UK Company Offers Riot Training Experiences

Jackie Mancini — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 19:01:33 +0000

If you’ve ever found yourself in the middle of a riot, you know that there is some standard etiquette. If you haven’t yet, it’s best to learn it before screwing it up. Last year we discovered Zombie Boot Camp, an event hosted by Wish.co.uk which promised to prepare you for the Zombie Apocalypse. We were intrigued [...]

Craving the Open Road? Watch This 3 Minute Timelapse of a Cross Country Road Trip

Jackie Mancini — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:47:03 +0000

There’s something about a good old fashioned road trip that just makes us feel alive: good friends, good music, and new places to explore around every bend. See also: townie bars.We’re pretty restless around here anyway, but this video just intensifies our craving for weekend adventure. If you’ve never taken a cross-country journey, this video [...]

Burger King in Japan Now Offers All-You-Can-Eat Burger And Fries

Aaron on Air — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:40:40 +0000

Japan, you confuse us so. First you tell us about Pepsi Special, which actually makes you lose weight. Today we find out that Burger King Japan offers an all-you-can-eat deal. What do you want from us?! Stop with the mixed messages! The promotion, which is in celebration of the fifth anniversary of BK’s return to [...]

Over 43 Million People Expected to Travel This Thanksgiving, Are You Traveling? [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 17:06:16 +0000

I read a report a couple of weeks ago that said more people will be traveling this year for Thanksgiving than last year. In fact the report was says flights will be packed and more expensive this year too. Another report came out today stating: AAA projects 43.6 million Americans will journey 50 miles or [...]

What's The First Thing You do When You Check Into a Hotel Room? [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 14:02:49 +0000

A recent survey by Hotels.com asked people “What is was the first thing you do when you get into your hotel room? You might be surprised by the answers! The survey showed that 57% of men and 54% of women said the first thing they do when they get to their hotel room is look [...]

'Mad Libs' Publisher Larry Sloan Dies in Los Angeles

Jathan Fink — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 17:55:15 +0000

Some people build a career based on a simple idea. Larry Sloan, the publisher of Mad Libs, was one of those men. He died on Sunday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. He was 89.

The last of the founding publishers at Price Stern Sloan Publishing, Larry Sloan started the fi

Airline Announces Kid Free Zone, Good Idea or Bad? [VIDEO] [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:39:19 +0000

Crying babies and screaming kids are a part of life, but if your sitting next to them on a long flight it can get old really quick. That’s why an airline has announced they are banning children from the first seven rows on long flights. Asian airline AirAsia says “The Quite Zone” area will be [...]

Forgetful Hotel Guests Most Likely to Leave Chargers Behind

Aaron on Air — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 03:00:28 +0000

If you can’t find your device charger and recently spent time at a hotel in Europe, you might want to give them a call. A new survey conducted by Choice Hotels Europe finds electronic chargers to be the item most frequently left behind in hotel rooms by guests. Clothing and shoes were the next two [...]

TSA Agent Detains Woman From Flight Because He Was Mad at Her [VIDEO] [POLL]

Lisa Lindsey — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:57:16 +0000

You give people too much power and what happens? They abuse it. A woman missed her flight in Houston because a TSA agent didn’t like her attitude! The woman got it on video! She uploaded it to YouTube and on her description she says: This was inside the terminal at the Houston airport. I was [...]

Hot Fun at the Dallas Zoo

Jim Weaver — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 21:49:19 +0000

My wife, son and I were on our way back from Killeen, TX when suddenly my wife gets the brilliant idea to stop at the Dallas Zoo. It seemed brilliant at the time. Hindsight being 20/20 and all, Dallas in 106 degree summer sun can be quite brutal. We made it through about half the [...]