Monday 23rd February 2026

The List for Thursday, October 12th 2023

Welcome to The List,

We start with Jada Pinkett, we talked about it a little yesterday.  Today we find out that Chris Rock took that Oscar slap for NOTHING . . . because Will Smith and Jada Pinkett weren’t even together when it happened. The first thing Jada said to Will once they were alone was, quote, “Are you okay?” Jada says that right after the slap, during a commercial break, Chris came to the end of the stage and tried to apologize to her.  But she told him, quote, “I can’t talk about this now, Chris.  This is some old stuff.” As for the joke that prompted the slap, Jada won’t say it offended her.  Quote, “I mean, that’s what comedians do.  Sounds like there’s a lot of manipulation going on here….

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If you’re a coffee lover you share something in common with Kelsea Ballerini she tells Billboard magazine that her morning cup of coffee sets the tone for her day. She says she’s had coffee that ruins her day because it’s not good enough and she’s had coffee that starts her day off well and she feels like Wonder Woman. It just really matters.”

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Tomorrow is Friday the 13th, and Spirit Halloween has found a pretty cool way to celebrate.  They’re taking over the Blairstown Diner in New Jersey . . . which was featured in the ORIGINAL “Friday the 13th”, back in 1980. They’re hosting events throughout the day, including ax throwing, free horror caricatures, horror face painting, and a bloody pie eating contest.

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US Weekly says Britney Spears talks about Justin Timberlake in her upcoming book, ‘’The Woman In Me’’. The memoir is set to be released on October 24th. Britney is both excited and nervous. A source tells the magazine, “Justin’s not going to be happy.

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Have you ever tried to act cool, and ended up embarrassing yourself instead?  Jelly Roll can relate. He posted a video making fun of himself after he beefed it while getting off a private jet the other day. It was a pretty hard tumble but it sounds like he’ll be okay.  We have the video HERE.

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Dolly Parton revealed Wednesday the creation of What Would Dolly Do? Radio, a four-part radio series airing on Apple Music’s global live-streaming radio station Apple Music 1.  The show will air weekly leading up to the release of Parton’s highly-anticipated rock album “Rockstar” on Nov. 17. Dolly shares her beloved and often hysterical stories, sharp wit and wisdom on the show.

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 Friday, February 20th 2026

Welcome to The List,

Eric Dane, best known as McSteamy on Grey’s Anatomy, has passed away at 53 after battling ALS. He first revealed his diagnosis last April, but symptoms began earlier in 2024. His family says he spent his final days surrounded by his wife, daughters, and close friends, and he used his fight to raise awareness for ALS research.

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William Shatner is officially going metal…because apparently retirement is for people without a spaceship. The 94 year old icon is releasing a heavy metal album featuring covers of Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, and Judas Priest, plus original songs with 35 metal legends. He says metal is where imagination gets loud, which explains a lot about Captain Kirk. There’s nothing more metal than a man eligible for social security since Nixon.

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Jelly Roll is officially becoming a member of the Grand Ole Opry on March 10th, and Lainey Wilson will be there to welcome him in. He first found out back in December when Craig Morgan surprised him with the invitation, and now Craig will perform at the induction too. It’s one of country music’s highest honors, and proof that redemption stories hit harder than any guitar solo.

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Kane Brown is the latest country star to plant his flag on Broadway in Nashville with his own entertainment venue. Kane Brown’s on Broadway will feature a full restaurant, bar, and live music, which basically guarantees fans will spend money while singing his songs badly. Every country star gets a bar eventually, it’s practically a rite of passage. At this point, Nashville Broadway is less a street and more a country music theme park.

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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At The Movies

At the Movies for Thursday, February 19th 2026

Join us Thursday during the Drive at Five for ‘At The Movies” brought to you by North Grand Cinema in Ames..

In theaters this weekend – “Crime 101”

Weaving a tale of an elusive thief whose high-stakes heists unfolding along the iconic 101 freeway have mystified police. When he eyes the score of a lifetime with hopes of this being his final job, his path collides with a disillusioned insurance broker who is facing her own crossroads, forcing the two to collaborate.

https://youtu.be/KeEHsuZ4Ja4?si=vL-r0f4KTu-pvbjV

“Crime 101” is rated: R

Stars: Chris Hemsworth, Halle Berry and Mark Ruffalo

 AT THE MOVIES...Thursday’s at 5:40, brought to you by North Grand Cinema in Ames and IBC KIX 101.1….

 
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