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Run For The Wall 2013 Rolls Through Concordia [PHOTOS]

Doug — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:21:39 +0000

The 2013 Run For the Wall came through Missouri yesterday (May 20). About 500 bikers made a pit stop in Concordia. The mission of these riders is to promote healing among all veterans and their family and friends and to call for an accounting of all Prisoners of War and those Missing In Action. In addition, the motorcycle ride is to honor the memory of those Killed in Action from all wars and to show support of those currently serving.

The Sign Police: Send Us Your Silly Sign Photos

Ken Dillon — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:44:35 +0000

Driving around the area can be, at times, a mundane and boring task. Unless, that is, you take part in what I’m proposing as a new feature here on our website and Facebook page…let’s call it the “Sign Police.” I see great examples all the time of misspellings (not that I’m any better than anyone [...]

What Bothers You On Road Trips? [SURVEY]

Ken Dillon — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:44:25 +0000

It’s the time of year we often yell out “ROAD TRIP” and pile everyone in the car for some fun…somewhere. It’s designed to be a nice getaway, a stress reliever of sorts, but for some it only creates more problems. What chaps your hide when it comes to road trippin’? According to a new survey, [...]

Severe Thunderstorms and Tornados Possible Over the Weekend

Doug — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:45:41 +0000

The National Weather Service is predicting that severe weather could pick up this weekend, with a higher likelihood that bad weather will strike on Sunday night or Monday morning. Sedalia and Pettis County EMA Director David Clippert reported: Our next chance at severe weather is Sunday into Monday (D5 Sunday and D6 Monday on the [...]

Broadcasting Live from Creative Car Audio's Tent Sale [PHOTOS]

Behka — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:15:40 +0000

Kids, this weekend I definitely had myself a time at Creative Car Audio. They had their huge tent sale, and we were there for a live broadcast! The sale itself was packed and full of great deals. Our wind situation didn’t really deter anyone from coming by. It did send one of my speakers flying [...]

Three Must-See Shows in Branson This Summer

Derrick Gill — Wed, 01 May 2013 15:00:43 +0000

Branson, Mo. is home to beautiful lakes, great theme parks, zip-lining, museums, fine dinning, festivals, hundreds of shows and great places to stay.

We're currently giving away a free trip to Branson! Winners will receive hotel vouchers for two nights at the Plantation Inn, two tour vouchers at Branson Zipline and Canopy Tours, and tickets to two Branson shows.

Here are three of the best you can choose from that Branson has to offer!

Florida Georgia Line's Bus Breaks Down in the Desert

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 17:34:25 +0000

If you are going to break down in the middle of a desert while on tour, the best place to do so is near a casino, right? Well, that's just what happened to Florida Georgia Line, who were, well, cruising on the road when their bus conked out, leaving them stranded.

Hawaii Has the Least Stress in America — What State Has the Most?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:53:45 +0000

The surf may be up in Hawaii, but blood pressure definitely isn’t. The Aloha State is the least stressed state in the country. The findings come from a study based on 350,000 interviews. Only 32% of people in Hawaii claimed they felt stressed the day before. A nice leisurely day at the beach followed by [...]

Intern Leigh Ann Visits the 2013 NAB Show in Las Vegas [PHOTOS]

Leigh Ann — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:31:32 +0000

When you hear that a 22-year-old college senior is going to spend four days in Las Vegas, your first thought is probably, “Oh yeah, PARTY CENTRAL!” Well, I can tell you right now that that’s not always true. See, I spent last week in the wonderful city of Las Vegas for something known as the NAB Show. The NAB (National Association of Broadcasters) Show is held once a year at the Las Vegas Conference Center. I’ve now had the honor of attending this conference the past two years.

First Carpe Diem Festival Held in Downtown Sedalia [PHOTOS]

Doug — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:09:03 +0000

Downtown Sedalia was the happening place to be on Saturday (April 13) with the very first Carpe Diem Festival in Sedalia. The 2012 Mayor’s Junior Civic Leaders Group chose the Carpe Diem Festival as their initiative project. This festival was geared towards good family fun with a pirate ship and princess bounce house, ring toss, [...]