Wednesday, April 25, 2012

THE BEATLES YELLOW SUBMARINE SETS SAIL AGAIN!

"Yellow Submarine" returns this summer in a new DVD enhanced copy, new album release and a new book form.  Beatles fans can add to their updated collection soon.  Here's more...
THE BEACH BOYS 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR!

The Beach Boys 50th Anniversary Tour, with Brian Wilson aboard for the first time in decades, includes some midwest dates.  Click here for the complete tour...

Monday, April 23, 2012

PACKER FAN ALERT!  CHAD CLIFTON HAS BEEN RELEASED AFTER 12 YEARS WITH THE PACK!

The Packers wanted him but his body wasn't up to it as he didn't pass the physical!  Here is the complete story...

Wednesday, April 18, 2012



TIME MAGAZINE'S 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE IN THE WORLD!

(And it doesn't include you or me, or me or you)

Some on the list are no surprise: Pres. Obama, Sec. of State Hillary Clinton, even Princess Kate. But then there is Tim Tebow, Rihanna, and Chelsea Handler. Maybe we have a chance after all.
Here is a partial list...

NEW MOVIES THIS WEEK!!

You have choices though none have the potential box office of a "Hunger Games."

The Lucky One...Drama/Romance with Zac Efron and Taylor Schilling. Rated PG13

Think Like a Man...Comedy rated PG-13.

Chimpamzee...Disney nature documentary movie narated by Tim Allen and rated G.

Get lots more infor and see the trailers here...

DICK CLARK DEAD AT 82!!

Dick Clark,legendary host of American Bandstand, his New Year's Eve show on ABC, and Dick Clark's Music Calendar, (heard on many radio stations including the Eagle,) has died at the age of 82.

Clark helped introduce acts from Buddy Holly to Madonna on American Bandstand from 1957 - 1987.

Here is his story, starting in Philadelphia...
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE WILL CONDUCT A TORNADO DRILL IN WISCONSIN AND MINNESOTA, APRIL 19TH AT 1:45PM!!!

Don't be surprised at 1:45pm (on Thursday, April 19th,) by the National Weather Service Tornado drill on the Eagle, and other radio and television stations. You might think an actual Tornado Warning is taking place if you don't listen closely.

AT AGE 49, JAIME MOYER IS THE OLDEST TO EVER WIN A MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL GAME!

He won last night on the mound for the Colorado Rockies as they beat the San Diego Padres 5-3.
And he didn't do it in short relief but as a starter pitching 7 strong innings. You have to go back to 1932 for the previous record holder, Jack Quinn of the old Brooklyn Dodgers. Find out more about Moyer by clicking here...

Friday, April 13, 2012




HERSHEY'S KISSES TOP CHOCOLATE POLL!

And you weren't even surveyed for this!

According to a recent Harris poll, when it comes to Chocolate, kisses are the best! Hershey's Kisses beat out M&M's Plain Chocolate Candy for the title. The survey had another category for premium chocolate brands. Find out more here, you Reese's Peanut Butter Cups fans...

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

NEW MOVIES THIS WEEK!!

"The Three Stooges" are back thanks to the Farrelly Brothers. (and why, you ask?)
Slapstick comedy returns and its rated PG.

"The Cabin In The Woods," Rated R for strong bloody horror and violence. (and not necessarily in that order)

Check out these films and others here...
RESULTS FROM THE SCHICK INTUITION "SIMPLICITY SURVEY!"

From the only razer that lathers & shaves in one easy step. (that's how they had time to do a survey)

Three out of four women say they take on more than they should!

59% of women say yes to everything despite their busy schedule!

See more of the survey by clicking here...

Tuesday, April 10, 2012












CAROLE KING AND CYNDI LAUPER PUBLISH AUTOBIOGRAPHIES! (No, not together)

Carole King has many stories to tell of writing some of the most well known songs in pop music history! Here is a review of her autobiography and how music isn't but part of the story...


Cyndi Lauper's autobiography should be unique! After all, Cyndi's songs and videos were. Here autobiography will appear in bookstores and online this fall. Click here for more...

Monday, April 9, 2012







FREEDOM FEST 2012 FEATURES HEADLINERS THE STEVE MILLER BAND AND FOREIGNER!!

June 16th is the date for Freedom Fest in La Crosse this year with the Steve Mller Band and Foreigner. (also, the Remainders and the 451rst Army Band ) All proceeds go to programs for Veterans including scholarships. The annual motorcycle rally will take place in the morning and the grounds will open at 3pm at the UWL.

This Friday will be the first time tickets are available at area Kwik Trip stores. More details are available by clicking here...




VETERAN NEWSMAN, AND 60 MINUTES INVERVIEWER, MIKE WALLACE HAD DIED!

Mike Wallace, veteran CBS interviewer, known for his many years on "60 Minutes," died this past Saturday at age 93. Here is a look at his career...

Thursday, April 5, 2012


NIKE SAYS WOW AND THE PACKERS SAY NOT NOW!

We're talking about the new uniforms designed for NFL teams by Nike. The Packers management didn't like the redo and opted to stay with their current uniform design and fabric. Here's the story...

Wednesday, April 4, 2012


THE PERFECT HARD BOILED EGG FOR EASTER!

If you are planning to color eggs for Easter, you need to avoid those cracks. (not as in wise cracks over your coloring skills) Here is how to get the "perfect hard boiled egg" for Easter or otherwise.

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

IT WAS THE WARMEST MARCH IN HISTORY!!(for much of the upper midwest and beyond)

Records have been kept for La Crosse since 1872 and they've never recorded record breaking high temps like we saw and felt this year! Put it down in your diary! Get a tattoo! Remember it fondly. It's probably not coming back. One interesting development, March could be warmer than April this year.


WILL THE BEATLES SONS REALLY FORM THEIR OWN BAND (And do you really care?)

It could happen says James McCartney, the 34 year old son of Paul. He likes the name "The Beatles - The Next Generation," for such a group. Who are these sons and are they interested in joining such a group, just click here for the complete story...