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Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado in Photos

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:53:54 +0000

A massive tornado touched down just south of Oklahoma City on Monday, killing dozens.

At least seven of those killed were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. The twister, which measured 2 miles at one point, has been given a preliminary classification of an EF-4 tornado (winds of 166 to 200 mph), according to weather officials.

Donations for Oklahoma Tornado Victims Will Be Taken at Different Tuscaloosa Area Locations

Ben George — Tue, 21 May 2013 00:43:31 +0000

A devastating tornado with a reported two-mile wide debris cloud tore through Moore, Oklahoma, on Monday. All of the Townsquare Media stations (95.3 the Bear, B101.7FM, 92.9 WTUG, 99.1 WDGM, and 790 WTSK) in Tuscaloosa will be partnering with many area locations as well as Toomer's for Tuscaloosa to take donations for the people of Oklahoma.

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Townsquare Media — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

The Americanarama Festival of Music in Tuscaloosa

Greg Thomas — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:01:27 +0000

>. Just announced on bobdylan.com, the AmericanaramA Festival of Music will feature performances by Bob Dylan and His Band, Wilco and My Morning Jacket, as well as the Richard Thompson Electric Trio. The AmericanaramA Festival of Music will begin June 26 at Cruzan Amphitheatre in West Palm Beach, FL and will cross the country with [...]

Massive Tornado Destroys Area Near Oklahoma City; At Least 51 Killed [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:17:01 +0000

An enormous tornado with a debris cloud two miles wide tore through the metropolitan area just south of Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon.

UPDATE 9:28 p.m. EST: At least 51 people were killed in the storm, including seven children from Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, according to KFOR in Oklahoma City. The news station reported that 75 student and staff were inside the school when the storm struck. Officials said Monday night that the search of the rubble remaining of the school had turned to a recovery mission.

Darius Rucker Shoots Down Racist Tweet With a Few Words of His Own

Christina Vinson — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:00:27 +0000

Darius Rucker has been open about the inspiration that transpired when he heard the classic 'Wagon Wheel' at his daughter's high school talent show. However, he probably didn't expect to be slammed with a racist tweet following some criticism over the song.

Kindly Customer Leaves $1,000 Tip So Waitress Can Visit Italy

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:58:50 +0000

Some days, you make more in tips than others. A woman on Tumblr shared a story about how her waitress mother recently got a $1,000 tip from a customer on a $60 bill. The rather large gratuity came after the woman told the customer how her family is from Italy and she has studied art [...]

I've Taken The Apple Plunge But Will Not Go Back To Candy Crush Saga

Monk — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:03:09 +0000

It seems like this weekend was a weekend to buy phones. When I first opened up our website this morning, I was greeted with news that Scott Shepherd had gotten a new one. As he enjoys his Samsung Galaxy S4, I joined the majority of the planet and took the plunge into to the wild [...]

Tornadoes, Huge Hail Batter Midwest, Plains States; More to Come

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:49:57 +0000

On Sunday, at least 25 tornadoes pummeled states across the Midwest and Great Plains. At least two people died in the storms. Even more harsh weather, and not just tornadoes, is set to hit much of the rest of the country on Monday. Five states—Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas—have been placed on “tornado watch” [...]

World's Biggest Baseball Will Make You Want to Take Someone Out to the Ballgame

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:42:56 +0000

Baseball is big in little Muscotah, Kansas. Bigger than you might think possible. The teeny tiny of 200 is building the world’s biggest baseball. The idea was the brainchild of one of the town’s residents, who wanted to do something with an old water tower, which measures about 20 feet in diameter. Muscotah has roots [...]

Chely Wright and Wife Welcome Identical Twin Boys

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:34:54 +0000

Chely Wright has added identical twins to her family! The ‘Single White Female’ hitmaker and her wife, music executive Lauren Blitzer-Wright, welcomed two boys, George Samuel and Everett Joseph, on Saturday (May 18) in New York City. Though the babies were not due until July, they are “thriving,” according to a statement her rep gave [...]

George Strait Is 60 for 60, Fellow Country Artists Celebrate in Fun Video

Megan Pacella — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:00:39 +0000

Every day is a good day to be George Strait, but now the superstar has more cause to celebrate his illustrious career than usual. Strait ignited 60 for 60 campaign, pushing to clinch his 60th No. 1 hit before his 61st birthday, which he celebrated over the weekend. The iconic country star hit his goal -- and his fellow country artists couldn't be happier for him.

Taylor Swift Reacts to Justin Bieber/Selena Gomez Kiss at Billboard Music Awards

Billy Dukes — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:00:40 +0000

Was Taylor Swift grossed out by watching good friend Selena Gomez being pulled in for a kiss hello from Justin Bieber, or was she just being a bestie? There's a lot going on in a new viral video that shows the pop stars smooching, with Swift sticking her tongue out in apparent disgust.

Jake Owen Rips His Pants Onstage

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:33:13 +0000

Jake Owen is nothing if not creative and able to think on the fly — and with his fly down. The singer ripped his pants while performing onstage in Charleston, S.C. on May 17. It was quite eventful, since he admitted via Twitter that he had gone commando and therefore had to improvise, using his [...]

Trace Adkins Wins 'All-Star Celebrity Apprentice'

Christina Vinson — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:00:56 +0000

Trace Adkins‘ return to ‘Celebrity Apprentice All-Stars’ paid off in a huge way, as he was “hired” by host/executive producer Donald Trump in Sunday night’s heated competition against fellow finalist, Penn Jillette, winning the show. The singer, who wanted to win ‘Apprentice’ for the Red Cross after theÂ loss of his houseÂ in a devastating fire, certainly [...]

Spend the Weekend with Brad Paisley!

Meg Summers — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:00:01 +0000

95.3 The Bear, Young's Suncoast Vacation Rentals, and Tuscaloosa Chevrolet are giving you a chance to spend the weekend with Brad Paisley! You could win tickets to Brad's show at the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater on June 14, tickets to his show at The Wharf in Orange Beach on June 15, AND a one-night stay in a condo on the Gulf Coast!

Brett Eldredge Wraps Red Tour Dates, Shares What He Learned From Taylor Swift

Amanda Hensel — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:30:19 +0000

For 20 minutes on Thursday night (May 16), Brett Eldredge owned the crowd that was still trickling into Houston's Toyota Center to see perhaps the biggest tour of the year -- Taylor Swift's 2013 Red Tour. It was a short set for the country newcomer, but like he did at each of the other 18 shows he played with the superstar, he maxed out every second, walking onstage armed with ammo given to him by his grandfather and Swift herself.

Scott's New Phone – Welcome to The Furture

Scott Shepherd — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:07:57 +0000

This is a screenshot from the new Samsung Galaxy S4. I made the move from an outdated HTC Inspire to the new Galaxy Friday afternoon. I am still learning ins and outs but as of now, I really like it. It is light and thin. Some of the features that stand out are the “Air [...]

Morning Minute – May 20, 2013

Kimberly Madison — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:30:27 +0000

May 20th, 2013 Free Music Monday! Listen for Darn Near Impossible Trivia at 6:50 and you could win free music! FORECAST: Mostly Sunny. 91F/66F LOCAL: Tuscaloosa home sales best since 2006. STATE: Alabama native killed while serving in Afghanistan. NATIONAL: New York rocked by cold-blooded murder of gay man. TECH: Yahoo to buy Tumblr for [...]

Kacey Musgraves Brings 'Merry Go Round' to the 2013 Billboard Music Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 20 May 2013 04:11:21 +0000

Up-and-coming country singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves performed her recent career-launching hit ‘Merry Go Round’ on the 2013 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night (May 19), delivering a performance so subtly nuanced that it seemed almost out of place in the setting of the elaborate, made-for-TV Vegas production. The 24-year-old musician scored a huge hit right out [...]

The Band Perry Perform 'Better Dig Two' at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 20 May 2013 03:40:22 +0000

Hot country trio the Band Perry performed ‘Better Dig Two’ at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night (May 19), bringing their unique electricity to the stage with one of the coolest, edgiest mainstream country tracks the genre has seen in recent years. Clad in black and illuminated from behind by dark, mysterious mood [...]

Taylor Swift the Big Winner at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards

Billy Dukes — Mon, 20 May 2013 03:09:29 +0000

Taylor Swift won everything short of the Powerball jackpot Sunday night (May 19) at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards. The country superstar collected eight awards, including Top Artist, Top Album and Top Country Artist at the Las Vegas ceremony. Accepting the Top Artist Award from Celine Dion, Swift thanked her family and then her fans. [...]

Country Artists Drop in at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards – Pictures

Amanda Hensel — Mon, 20 May 2013 02:24:08 +0000

The 2013 Billboard Music Awards, which aired live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday night (May 19), brought out the biggest singing stars from all genres — including country. Shania Twain, the Band Perry, Taylor Swift, Florida Georgia Line and more were in attendance to represent the genre by [...]

John Rich, Wynonna Judd + More Team Up for St. Jude Benefit Show

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:30:23 +0000

John Rich, who won his season of 'Celebrity Apprentice' in 2011 while competing to benefit St. Jude, is a consummate and constant do-gooder. The country star will perform alongside Wynonna Judd and his Big & Rich band mate Big Kenny at an upcoming all-star event called St. Jude Presents John Rich & Friends.