Thursday, February 24, 2011

THE 83RD ANNUAL ACADEMY AWARDS ARE THIS SUNDAY!!
Will it be "The King's Speech" or "Inception" or another movie that grabs best picture?
Will Jeff Bridges win a Best Actor for "True Grit?" (probably not) Here are the nominees...

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

IT'S CALLED THE "HOLLYWOOD HITS"TOUR!!

Some of the hits are provided by Kenny Loggins as he tours with the Boston Pops Orchestra. The others come from the baseball parks where the tour will stage concerts. Find out more here!
STEVE MARTIN IS A WILD AND CRAZY BANJO PLAYER! (and a Grammy winner at that)
Steve Martin, (yes, that Steve Martin) who won a Grammy for his first bluegrass album is back with another. (He does have a nod to his past with a live version of King Tut on the album) Here is the complete story...

ARE CELL PHONES DRIVING YOU BATTY?

Maybe not, but they're doing something. Click here for the lastest study on the effects of cell phone use on your brain.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011


THE WORLD'S TALLEST STUFF!!


Check out the photos of the world's tallest stuff including the world's tallest building, church, tree, and more....

Monday, February 21, 2011


TOP MOVIES AT THE BOX OFFICE!!

Liam Neeson's "Unknown" led the way at the Box Office this past weekend. "Gnomeo & Juliet," "I Am Number Four,""Just Go With It," and "Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son," rounded out the top five. Here's the story with the rankings.
HERE THEY COME AGAIN!! THE MONKEES TO TOUR THIS SUMMER!!

Three of the four original Monkees will tour together for the first time in two decades. Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz, and Peter Tork plan to tour the UK and the USA. (Michael Nesmith will not) Here's the scoop!

Thursday, February 17, 2011


THE WHITE HOSE WILL HONOR MOTOWN!!!

A star-studded concert is planned in Washington DC this coming February 24th. Motown will be honored as Smokey Robinson, John Legend, Jamie Foxx, Jordan Sparks and others salute the "Motown Sound." Here is the complete story...

COMEDIAN BILL COSBY HONORED!

The U.S. Navy honored Bill Cosby this week! Cosby served in the Navy from 1956-1960.
He was given the honorary rank of Chief Petty Officer. Cosby followed his tour in the Navy by earnig a college degree, masters degree, and PHD in education. Find out more about the studious Bill here...

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

NEW MOVIES!!!
Steven Spielberg is the producter for "I Am Number 4," a new sci-fi thriller.
Also out this weekend is Liam Neeson in "Unknown," and Martin Lawrence as Big Momma once again in "Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son." Watch the trailers...and learn more

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

BUFFALO SPRINGFIELD TO TOUR!!

It's been 43 years since they last toured!! The "For What It's Worth" band known for some famous graduates will likely perform again in 2011. Original band members included Stephen Stills and Neil Young among others. Click here for more info.

PAUL MCCARTNEY WINS ANOTHER GRAMMY!

Paul McCartney says he was surprised that he won a Grammy this past Sunday. He won for "Best Solo Rock Performance" for a live recording of "Helter Skelter." With competition from Neil Young, Robert Plant, and Eric Clapton, it would be a tough call for anyone. The complete story on Paul's Grammy is here...
THE SECRET COKE FORMULA REVEALED!! (sort of )
A very closely guarded trade secret may be a secret no more! Find out more by clicking here ( you can whip up a batch tonight )

Friday, February 11, 2011



NEW COMMEMORATIVE STAMP FEATURING FORMER PRESIDENT REAGAN!!

An upbeat and smiling President Reagan is featured on a new postal service stamp commemorating what would have been his 100th birthday. Click here for the story...
LA CROSSE IS AMONG THE MOST ROMANTIC CITIES IN AMERICA!! (says Redbox)

Redbox, the movie rental service, has declared Greensboro, North Carolina, as the "most romantic" city in America. Coming in a "close" second is none other that La Crosse, Wisconsin!!
The survey is based on the number of rented "romantic comedies." I'm wondering if the "comedy" part is factored in. Here is the story.

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

WHOOPS! SUPERBOWL XLV DID NOT SET A NEW ATTENDENCE RECORD!!

They came close in Dallas with the Packers beating the Steelers, but no cigar. The attendence figures for Superbowl 45 ended up 766 fans short of the all time record. Here's more...

Monday, February 7, 2011


SUPERBOWL XLV'S TOP COMMERCIALS!!

From the Bridgestone Beaver to the Volkswagen Darth Vadar kid, you can watch them again or for the first time by clicking here...

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

NEW MOVIES THIS WEEK!

The new James Cameron film, "Sanctum," a 3D action thriller, tells the story of trapped underwater cave divers. It leads the way among new releases this week. Check out the new shows here...
THE "DAY THE MUSIC STOPPED" ANNIVERSARY FEB. 3RD!

Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper, and Richie Valens died in a plane crash outside Clear Lake, Iowa early on February 3rd, 1959. Fans of their music, especially of Buddy Holly, pay tribute. Here is the story.
WATCH THE BEST SUPERBOWL ADS EVER!! ( or so says Fox Sports)

Including the Coca Cola "Mean Joe Greene" ad, the Xerox "Monks" and more...
AMERICAN IDOL WILL BE GETTING SOME COMPETITION!!
Carson Daly will be hosting a new singing competition on NBC this spring. It will be called "The Voice" and feature famous musicians who will mentor groups of contestants. Here is the complete story...
CHECK OUT THIES TIPS TO AVOID BEING AUDITED! (living on the street isn't one of them)

1. Watch those math mistakes!!

Yes, that is one! Math errors, especially in your favor, can attract attention.
Click here for the rest of the tips from the MSN Money Report.
PUNXSUTAWNEY PHIL DID'NT SEE HIS SHADOW!!

Good news for Ground Hog Day fans, Punxsutawney Phil didn't see his shadow and that means an early spring!! (Jimmy the Groundhog in Sun Prairie wouldn't have seen his shadow either but he was snowed in) Here's the latest on Phil and his prediction...

Tuesday, February 1, 2011


THE OFFICIAL SUPERBOWL SITE!!

See those media day interviews and more from the Packers and Steelers. Just click on this link to access it all.