Sunday 8th June 2025
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The Sun says Carrie Underwood’s future on American Idol is “uncertain.” Basically, She realized L.A. traffic, network execs, and pretending to care about karaoke auditions isn’t worth the Botox. Word is she’s homesick and done with playing Hollywood Barbie. So don’t be shocked if she Carrie-underwhelms us with a dramatic exit.
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The Tennessee Board of Parole wants to pardon Jelly Roll’s past felony. Yep, the guy who sounds like a breakfast menu item might soon be squeaky clean on paper! Jelly told the board, “I want to be an inspiration.” And he is—mainly for anyone who thinks face tattoos will ruin your job prospects. Spoiler: They don’t…
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Morgan Wallen and Post Malone now have their own plush toys. Because nothing says “bad boy energy” like a $29.99 stuffed version of yourself. TikTok’s Country Plushie is selling them—and no one’s sure if Morgan or Posty even approved. But hey, who needs permission when you’ve got polyester and a dream?
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Apparently, Meghan Markle’s podcast is getting the cold shoulder from A-listers. No Beyoncé. No Taylor. Not even a “Who dis?” from Hailey Bieber. A source says the show just isn’t landing. Which is Hollywood-speak for “We’ve all muted her number.” Yikes. Even the phone is like, new number, who Duchess?
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AT THE MOVIES
Welcome to ‘At the Movies’ Brought to You by North Grand Cinema in Ames…
In theaters this weekend: “Ballerina”
Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the film follows Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas) who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.
https://youtu.be/0FSwsrFpkbw?si=UE5TcilnljWpEaSz
Ballerina is rated: R
Stars: Ana De Armas, Keanu Reeves and Ian McShane
At the Movies’, Brought to you by North Grand Cinema, in Ames. Listen Friday during the Morning Kickstart to win a Family Four Pack of tickets to a movie of your choice from North Grand Cinema and Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1.
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The guitar Michael J. Fox absolutely obliterates at the Enchantment Under the Sea dance? In Back to the Future? Yeah, it’s been missing since 1985—poof, gone, like Biff’s dignity. It’s a cherry red Gibson ES-345 and Gibson’s basically playing musical “Wanted” posters to get it back. Even Marty himself is pleading for its return in a video. Bonus fact: the guitar’s from the '60s, even though the scene was set in '55. So not only is it missing—it’s a time-traveling anachronism. Perfect...
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Jason Aldean just torched the whole encore charade. He said, “I’m not gonna leave the stage, make you beg, then stroll back out like it’s a surprise.” No, sir—he plays it all, drops the mic, and that’s it. Respect. None of this “Oh gee, did you really want to hear ‘Dirt Road Anthem?’” Dude, we know it's coming. This ain’t a magic show. It’s country music, not Criss Angel.
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Allegedly, Blake Lively just got booted from Taylor Swift’s inner circle, and she’s forming her own squad—less pop stars, more...whoever’s available. Sources say Taylor’s over the drama, and Blake’s out here auditioning new friends like it’s The Real Housewives of Manhattan. No tears, just a chilled glass of “watch me glow up without you.” The pettiness? Vintage. The revenge arc? Chef’s kiss.
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Headed to CMA Fest? Buckle up, honky-tonk hero. First, it's a clear bag only situation—so unless your purse is see-through like your ex’s promises, leave it at home. Ditch the cowboy boots too unless you’re into blisters and bad decisions. Oh, and plot twist—you don’t have to pay to see music. There’s free music all over the place. It’s like Coachella, but with more denim and less judgment.
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