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Death Toll in Oklahoma Lowered to 24; Search for Survivors Continues

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:10:52 +0000

Officials in Oklahoma have lowered the number of deaths suffered to 24 in the massive tornado that swept through the town of Moore Monday night. Originally, the figure had been as high as 51, probably a result of double-counting.

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.

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — 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. [...]

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.

Dr. Joyce Brothers Dies at Age 85

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:05:43 +0000

Dr. Joyce Brothers, the psychologist whose career included a syndicated column, books, stints on television and in film, has died. She was 85. Brothers passed away Monday in New York City, although no cause of death has been revealed. Brothers first rose to fame by winning the top prize in 1955 while a contestant on [...]

Kicker VIP Winners Ready to Meet Easton Corbin [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Fri, 10 May 2013 16:01:34 +0000

Congratulations to Kicker VIP members Benita McCormick and Leanne Velekei winners of the Easton Corbin prize pack. Benita and Leanne get two tickets to see Easton Corbin with meet and greet passes for Saturday night’s show at Railfest.Remember if you haven’t bought tickets to the show you can get them at the Kicker studios today [...]

Jodi Arias Found Guilty of First-Degree Murder

Chris Chaberski — Wed, 08 May 2013 21:27:14 +0000

A jury in Arizona found Jodi Arias guilty of the first-degree murder of Travis Alexander, meaning she may face the death penalty. The killing occurred in 2008, and the ensuing investigation and trial captivated many legal observers before arriving at today’s verdict. Arias did not deny having killed Alexander, she merely claimed it was done [...]

5 More Ways to Mancave Your Backyard

Carl Pettit — Wed, 08 May 2013 19:08:12 +0000

See Part 1 of this article here.

One of the best ways to mancave your garden is to take the basic principles you would apply to an indoor mancave and simply move those ideas outside.

VIP Winner 'Brian Baumgardner' Wins Trip to Taste of Country Music Festival

Mario Garcia — Wed, 08 May 2013 16:26:36 +0000

Congratulations to VIP winner Brian Baumgardner! Brian and his guest wins an all-expense paid trip to Albany, New York to attend ‘The Taste of Country Music Festival’ June 13-15 at Hunter Mountain. In addition to winning tickets to the Taste of Country Music Festival for all 3 days Brian’s trip includes three night hotel accommodations, [...]

Win Tickets + Backstage Passes to Meet Easton Corbin at Railfest [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:00:16 +0000

Today’s New Country Kicker 102.5 and Metro PCS are proud to present American Country Awards winner Easton Corbin live on stage at Railfest 2013 this Saturday, May 11 at Front Street Plaza in downtown Texarkana . With two number one singles, multiple awards, and nominations Easton Corbin is one of country music’s hottest rising stars [...]

First Woman Ever Makes FBI's 10 Most Wanted Terrorist List

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:16:22 +0000

Joanna Chesimard has made history, but not in a good way. The 65-year-old Chesimard has become the first woman to appear on the FBI’s Most Wanted Terrorist list. Chesimard, who now goes by the name Assata Shakur, is considered a “domstic terrorist” wanted for killing a New Jersey state trooper in 1973. She’s been living [...]

George Jones Funeral to be Nationally Televised From Nashville [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Wed, 01 May 2013 17:26:38 +0000

Details are now coming in for George Jones’ funeral on Thursday, May 2 at The Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee. The funeral is expected to start at 10 am (Central) and will be open to the public. Doors will open at 9 a.m. with the service now being broadcast on national television. CMT, [...]

Emotional Reunion Between Man and His Dying Dog May Leave You in Tears

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:52:43 +0000

There’s nothing like seeing an old friend. In this touching video shot in December, but uploaded this month, Navy Hospital Corpsman Eric Ralston returns home to Colorado from an eight-month tour in Guam to be greeted by the family dog, Kermie. It’s a pretty cool scene, but even more so because a month after Ralston [...]

Country Artists Mourning The Loss of Country Music Legend George Jones [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:45:39 +0000

It is a very sad day for country music fans everywhere the loss of perhaps one of the greatest country music singers of all time and true country music legend has died in Nashville. Jones’ publicist confirmed the legend died on Friday (4/26) at Vanderbilt University Medical Center after being hospitalized with fever and irregular [...]

X-Factor Winner Tate Stevens Releases New Album [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:01:54 +0000

The winner of last season’s X-Factor Tate Stevens is releasing his long awaited debut country album today (4/23). His self-titled debut features songs co-written with Joe Diffie and David Lee Murphy to name a few. Tate reflects on what this album hopes to do for his fans: “I hope this album when people listen to [...]

Boston Marathon Bombers: One Suspect Captured; One Dead [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 22:20:23 +0000

The second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing has been captured. Dzokhar Tsarnaev was taken into police custody Friday night -- five days after the bombing that left three dead and left more than 100 injured, police said. The 19-year-old was apprehended after a manhunt that began Thursday night with the fatal shooting of an MIT officer and extended into the evening hours on Friday.

Twin Explosions at Boston Marathon Finish Line [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 01:00:08 +0000

9 p.m. (EST): The final press conference of the day with Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick, Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis and various other officials just concluded. The FBI is now leading investigations of the events. Davis confirmed that three people were killed in today's blasts.

CNN is reporting that one of the victims killed was an 8-year-old boy. The Wall Street Journal had reported that as many as five other unexploded devices were found around Boston, but investigators now doubt that they were actually bombs.

Kicker 102.5 Presents Easton Corbin Live at Railfest 2013 May 11 [VIDEO]

Mario Garcia — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 20:30:09 +0000

Today’s New Country Kicker 102.5 and Metro PCS are proud to present American Country Awards Winner EASTON CORBIN LIVE on stage at Railfest 2013 Saturday, May 11 at Front Street Plaza in downtown Texarkana . With two Number 1 singles, multiple awards, and nominations EASTON CORBIN LIVE. See one of country music’s hottest rising stars [...]

Win a Trip to the Taste of Country Music Festival at Hunter Mountain June 13-15

Mario Garcia — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 20:02:54 +0000

One of the premier festivals of the year is taking place at Hunter Mountain, New York this summer. It’s the Taste of Country Music Festival between June 13 and 15 and you could be there!One lucky listener and their guest will travel to Hunter Mounrtain, New York to see Trace Adkins, Lady Antebellum, Hunter Hayes, [...]

Man Gives His Dog a Tattoo, Stands By His Decision

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 19:58:47 +0000

Ernesto Rodriguez is in the doghouse in many people’s eyes. The Stokes County, North Carolina man has raised eyebrows for giving his dog a tattoo. Rodriguez put the tat on his four-month-old pit bull, named Duchess. He says that his other dog, Duke, has a tattoo, as well. Rodriguez, who owns a tattoo parlor, placed [...]