THE MOVIE "HUNGER GAMES" SETS A RECORD AT $152 MILLION!

It now ranks up there with the Harry Potter, Twilight Saga, and the Black Knight movies! It's a genuine blockbuster! (though what block it broke I'll never understand)

Needless to say, the pre -opening hype proved accurate. The sci-fi, fantasy film is likely to be the first of three as it follows the book series it's based on. Here are the details...

THE STEVE MILLER BAND TOUR! (In La Crosse for Freedom Fest)

They call it their "World Tour," and they will earn that title as Steve and the band will eventually perform in Scotland, Belgium, Germany and France. However, the most important date is in La Crosse for Freedom Fest on June 16th. Foreigner is also on the bill for the La Crosse date. You can find out a lot more about Freedom Fest on the Eagle Events Calendar. You can get the Steve Miller Band tour dates by clicking here...

TALK ABOUT TAKING A DIVE!!

James Cameron (yes, the Jame Cameron who directed the movie Titanic) set a new mark for a solo dive to the depths of the ocean. (sounds like a movie trailer to me..."To the depths of the ocean and back...(echo here.) And, here is the rest of the record breaking story...

LOOK FOR THE RETURN OF THE BEATLES "YELLOW SUBMARINE!"

This May will see the reissue of the Beatles animated film, "Yellow Submarine," as well as the soundtrack to it. There will be plenty of extras, of course, as with any modern reissue of a classic now 45 years old. Get the complete details here...

SURVEY SAYS...(latest Harris Poll)

91% of people polled support a ban on texting while driving.

70% support banning use of cellphones while driving.

80% support banning smoking in restaurants and public places.

And there is more from the folks at Harris. See the results here...

INDUCTEES AND PRESENTERS NAMED FOR THE 2012 ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME!

As usual, many well known performers are delighted to induct artists who had an influence on them. Coming up in April, the 2012 Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland will see these presenters:

John Mellencamp will induct Donovan
Stevie Van Zant ( of the E Street Band) will induct The Faces.
Carole King will induct music publisher Don Kirschner
Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill of ZZ Top will induct Freddie King

And that's just part of the list. Here is the rest...

THE EASTWOOD FAMILY REALITY SHOW? (well, sort of, though mostly without Clint)

It's really titled "Mrs.Eastwood & Company," so the company might occasionally include Clint.
It's a new reality show featuring Clint's wife, Dina, and his daughters Francesca and Morgan. Find out more here...

LOVE THOSE CATS (AND MAYBE UNDERSTAND THEM!)

A new survey through Meow Mix reveals cat owners feel very close to their animals even if they don't understand them the way they'd like to. Yes, he or she may prefer their cat to their spouse after a long day at work. (if you can find your cat, of course.) Here is the survey story...

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN IS BACK ON TOP OF THE CHARTS!

The boss' new album becomes his tenth to reach No.1. He had a tough assignment as Adele as has been at number one with her album 23 weeks (not consecutively.) Here is a review of the new Springsteen & The E Street Band album...

MOST INFLUENTIAL TV SHOWS OF ALL TIME?

The panel says, "Hill Street Blues," and "I Love Lucy." (and the Sopranos thrown in for contrast)

See the complete list and just who the panel was that decided this by clicking here...

NEW MOVIES THIS WEEK!

There isn't a blockbuster in sight but there is

"John Carter," a new Disney film with Mars as the destination. Rated PG-13.

"A Thousand Words," with fast talking Eddie Murphy in a comedy rated PG-13.

"Friends With Kids," a new comedy rated R.

"Salmon Fishing in Yemen." Rated PG-13 and they are in Yemen, with Ewan McGregor.

Just click here for details and the trailers.

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME RETURNS THIS WEEKEND!!

It's time to set your clock ahead one hour with the return of Daylight Saving Time on Sunday morning at 2am. Most U.S. residents will follow your example, but in Arizona, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands time will remain the same. (the last two are U.S. territories.)

For more on the history of Daylight Saving time, click here....

DANCING WITH THE STARS RETURNS TO ABC ON MARCH 19TH

And, once again, you ask. Can these people dance? Here is a partial list of the contestants:

Actress Melissa Gilbert (Of Little House fame)
Singing legend Gladys Knight ( without the Pips)
Actor & Singer Jack Wagner (and golfer)
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova
Singer Gavin DeGraw
And, last but hardly least, the Packers Donald Driver (great hands but great feet?)

Here is the complete list and details...

DAVEY JONES OF THE MONKEES DIES AT AGE 66!

The death of Davey Jones came as a surprise as his health had been good and he was planning to tour this year. He is survived by his wife Jessica and four daughters. Monkee fans remember Davey as the British member of the group with a determined teen fan following. Many a girl had a Davey Jones picture on the wall of her room. Here is the complete story...