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The List for Thursday, February 23rd 2023

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Well, it happened again…if you’re a Game of Thrones fan you might remember that scene back in 2019, where you could clearly see someone’s takeout coffee cup?  Well,

On the most recent episode of “The Last of Us”, there’s a scene where two characters are crossing a bridge.  And during a wide overhead shot, you can clearly see a film crew off to the side. Someone posted video on TikTok.

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Brad Paisley has just scored a new record deal with Universal Nashville.  The terms weren’t released, but it’ll kick off with his next album, which is expected to come out later this year.  The first single, “Same Here”, will be out tomorrow.

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Country music legend Reba McEntire is joining The Voice Season 23. She will serve as the “mega mentor” of the season, helping out the new contestants. It is McEntire’s first time on the show since Season 1, back in 2011. NBC also announced new tweaks to the show’s format ahead of the Monday, March 6 premiere.

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Kelsea Ballerini’s ex-husband Morgan Evans has openly slammed his former spouse’s public statements about their divorce. In a post on Instagram, saying amongst other things….I’m not the type of guy to speak on those things publicly.”…while he speaks publicly about it..  Kelsea Ballerini is using her art to express herself, Whiskey Riff  was first to point out that the song lyrics from Ballerini’s new EP, Rolling Up the Welcome Mat, seem to be directly about her and Evans’ marriage falling apart.

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TMZ says the Academy Awards has created a crisis team in order to deal with any distractions or brawls like last year’s fight between Will Smith and Chris Rock. The Academy says “We’ve run many scenarios. It’s our hope that we’ll be prepared for anything that we may not anticipate right now but that we’re planning for just in case it does happen.”…I can just see 6 oompa Loompa running out saying “are you ok?  are you ok?”

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Fox News says ‘Starsky And Hutch’, which aired from 1975-1979, will soon be rebooted on Fox. The showrunners say that many of the male leads from the original show will now be played by women. The show will follow Sasha Starsky and Nicole Hutchinson as they solve crimes in Desert City…You know…it was really all about the car anyway…

You can catch The List, weekdays at 2:20 and 4:20 on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1

 

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The List for Wednesday, December 31st 2025

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Former Beverly Hills, 90210 star Ian Ziering is being sued over a wild 2023 New Year’s Eve incident on Hollywood Boulevard involving motorcycle riders. A plaintiff claims Ziering got out of his car and shoved him, sparking a larger fight and injuries. Ziering says he was checking damage after being approached aggressively and insists it was self-defense. Now the whole thing is headed to court. Hollywood never disappoints.

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Taylor Swift just made Christmas a whole lot better for Kansas City Chiefs employees. During a holiday game at Arrowhead Stadium, Taylor surprised staff with cash gifts. One worker shared that Taylor handed her $600 personally, leaving her emotional and overwhelmed. Santa wears red, apparently with lipstick.

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Jimmy Kimmel is allegedly planning to end his ABC late-night run in May 2027, and insiders say he wants Donald Trump as his final guest. The thinking is one last headline, one last laugh, and the ultimate mic drop. With audiences shifting to streaming and ratings changing, sources say internally this is being called Jimmy’s “goodbye year.”

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Riley Green told CMT he thinks old-school politeness still matters and too many people have forgotten that. He says simple things go a long way, and he’s not wrong. In a world of comment sections and hot takes, Riley just wants people to act right. Country manners never go out of style.

You can catch The List, weekday afternoons at 4:20 with Jonathan Knight. Only on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1

 
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December Pack the Backpack Winner: Morgan Hurst

The December Minuteman Printing & Graphics Pack the Backpack winner, is Morgan Hurst – 7th Grade ELA Teacher @ Miller Middle School in Marshalltown. She was nominated by Bub Hurst, and here is what they wrote to Kix 101.1.

Morgan is constantly reinvesting in her classroom, whether it comes from her allotted budget or her own personal funds. She has built a strong reputation across the district as both an outstanding teacher and a supportive coworker. Morgan consistently goes above and beyond her duties, and Miller Middle School is fortunate to have her.

 

 

 

On the last Wednesday of the month during the school year, we award $101 to a Kix Country classroom to help out with supplies. Nominate a Kix Country teacher today at Kixweb.com.

 
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The List for Tuesday, December 30th 2025

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Kim Kardashian just answered the age-old question: what do you buy for someone who has everything? A $125,000 bike from Pee-wee’s Big Adventure. Kim gifted Kourtney the iconic red bike, which came from a private collection and went for way more than expected at auction. Kourtney called it the “coolest Christmas present.” Meanwhile the rest of us are out here comparing air fryer prices.

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Thomas Rhett told People magazine that he loves jumping into whatever hobbies his kids are into. He says that’s what his dad did for him, and now it’s his turn. One week it’s something new, this week they’re riding horses. He says every kid needs one-on-one time. Which is sweet… and also explains why that man is always exhausted.

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If you listened to country music at all in 2025, congrats, you basically listened to Jelly Roll and Morgan Wallen. Year-end streaming and radio numbers show both guys dominating the most-played tracks of the year. Post Malone, Shaboozey, and Jordan Davis also landed big. Classic voices mixed with newer hits defined the year. And yes, Post Malone is still country’s weird cousin who keeps getting invited back.

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It’s official. Stranger Things just dropped the trailer for its series finale, and it’s pushing every nostalgia button known to man. Hopper gives Eleven a pep talk, Vecna’s still mad, red skies everywhere, and emotions are running high. The finale hits New Year’s Eve on Netflix and will also screen in theaters. One last trip to the Upside Down. Prepare your feelings.

You can catch The List, weekday afternoons at 4:20 with Jonathan Knight. Only on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1

 
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