Brandon Lewis
March 20, 2026
Friday 20th March 2026
Welcome to The List,
Kim Kardashian went big for Christmas …four Pomeranian puppies, one for each kid. all got their own living, breathing furball. PETA is not thrilled, saying puppies aren’t plush toys, and Khloé also caught heat for buying from a breeder. And because this is a Kardashian headline, daughter North also got a 106-carat diamond skull necklace, a nose piercing, grills, and turquoise hair. Kanye is NOT happy about it…So yeah… normal kid stuff.
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Evangeline Lilly shared a difficult update to kick off 2026. She says she suffered brain damage after fainting and falling onto a boulder during a beach trip in Hawaii last year. Scans show parts of her brain are functioning at a decreased capacity, and recovery will be a challenge. Lilly says the injury has slowed her down, but she’s grateful for the support as she focuses on healing.
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Luke Combs has fans spiraling thanks to a countdown clock on his website that hits zero tomorrow. Most people think it’s a new album announcement because who launches a dramatic timer for one single? Luke said earlier this year the new music might be the best record he’s ever made. He also teased a new song called “Sleepless in a Hotel Room.” Album season feels extremely likely.
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Ella Langley just reached a major milestone. Her song “Choosin’ Texas” cracked the Top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking her first-ever Top 10 hit. From breakout to chart force in a hurry. If it feels like you’re hearing her everywhere that’s because you are.
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AT THE MOVIES -
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: “Project Hail Mary”
A Science teacher wakes up on a spaceship light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission: solve the riddle of the mysterious substance causing the sun to die out.
https://youtu.be/P0XN3-n-2Lo?si=wp9wWap0NZIXLshm
“Project Hail Mary” is rated: PG-13
Stars: Ryan Gosling and Sandra Huller
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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Hollywood’s biggest fear is officially here. Dead actors… still booking roles. A new movie is using A.I. to bring Val Kilmer back. Yeah. From the grave… straight to the premiere. The director says Val wanted this. His family signed off too. Which is great… until your Netflix suggestions start haunting you. Somewhere an Oscar just felt uncomfortable.
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Tom Brady says he wears a disguise to his kids’ games. Not kidding. Hoodie. Hat. Full undercover quarterback mode. Apparently the kids don’t want attention on them because… you know… their dad is TOM BRADY. Imagine trying to sneak into a gym when you’re built like a superhero statue. Sir… we still know it’s you.
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Rumor is Keith Urban might be going through a midlife crisis after the split. Sources say he wants to live the single life again. Totally different person now. Which honestly just sounds like every guy who suddenly discovers energy drinks and fitted jeans. Next step is obvious. Corvette. New Balance. Bluetooth headset.
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Kenny Chesney just launched his own record label. Big move. Real boss energy. It’s named after his boat… because of course it is. And the first artist he signed…drumroll… Kenny Chesney. Man skipped the middleman and hired himself. HR meeting must be real smooth.
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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