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10 Things You Didn't Know About Kenny Chesney

Billy Dukes — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:00:41 +0000

In recent years, Kenny Chesney has began to reveal layers of his personal life through his music. Songs from 'Hemingway's Whiskey,' 'Welcome to the Fishbowl' and 'Life on a Rock' are his most personal and introspective to date, but he's still somewhat of a private person, one who shuns social media in favor of retreats to the islands. There are plenty of things even a superfan of the 'Pirate Flag' singer might not know.

Fun Facts About the Berenstain Bears

Leigh Ann — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:54:41 +0000

In case you haven’t heard, "The Berenstain Bears LIVE!' are coming to Sedalia. We’re all pretty psyched about it and you should be too! To pump you up, here’s some information on the beloved children’s books that you may not have known until now.

5 Surprising Facts About St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 19:00:15 +0000

You may know St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital was founded with the specific goal of curing cancer in children, but there’s probably a whole lot more about it you don’t know. A longtime leader in the field of childhood cancer treatment, St. Jude remains dedicated to its cause and has helped thousands of kids. However, [...]

10 Valentine's Day Facts You Need to Know [INFOGRAPHIC]

Christine Gritmon — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 16:13:28 +0000

It's almost time for everyone's (least) favorite holiday -- Valentine's Day! But before you resign yourself to watching 'Marley & Me' and eating soup straight out of the can, learn these facts! At least that way you can feel like you're not completely worthless because you're still capable of learning. That should help. That, and ice cream.

10 Reasons You Need to Meet Celebrity Guest Marshall R. Teague at the Cabin Fever Sport Show

Derrick Gill — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 15:07:08 +0000

The Cabin Fever Sport Show is this weekend, Feb. 2 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Feb. 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m at the Mathew Exhibition Center on the State Fairgrounds. This year's show will welcome celebrity guest Marshall Teague.

XII Super Bowl Fun Facts in One Handy Infographic

TheFW Staff — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 22:49:03 +0000

If your excitement for Super Bowl XLVII this Sunday stems more from a love of chili than a love of football (which is tooootally fine, by the way), here are some facts for you (in handy infographic form!) about the big game and the Super Sunday game to end all games in general. Learn them and you might even score yourself a few extra wings at the party.

10 Things You Didn't Know About 'Home Alone'

TheFW Staff — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 17:10:16 +0000

If you tried to describe the violent holiday classic ‘Home Alone’ to someone who had never seen it, they might wonder why it’s considered a “must watch” at Christmas time. Watching the precocious, sadistic Kevin McAllister (played by Macaulay Culkin) find new and unique ways to commit assault and battery against two hapless burglars doesn’t sound like something that would teach an impressionable child about why the holidays are important.

10 Things You Probably Didn't Know About the American Pilgrims

Carl Pettit — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 17:12:10 +0000

This week, families will come together from all across the nation for Thanksgiving. They will stuff themselves full of turkey, side dishes and desserts. Some will laugh and joke with relatives, while others renew old feuds and bicker with their cousins and siblings. No matter how your particular Thanksgiving winds up, you can thank the American Pilgrims for starting this long-standing custom.

Food Facts Quiz

Sam Schleicher — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 15:39:36 +0000

Do you know your food facts from fiction? Take our quiz and find out! *Here’s a hint: you’ll find most of the answers right here.