WYRK Staff
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Are Your Christmas Ornaments 100% American Made? [SPONSORED POST]
November 29, 2011 The traditional Christmas colors are Red and Green. But on most Christmas trees’ the colors appear to be red and yellow, as in the colors of the Chinese flag. That’s because most ornaments purchased in the U.S. have that ubiquitous label on them – made in China. These generic looking balls, stars and snowflakes are sold at every big box store and drug store in the country and they cost the American economy jobs.
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Stores We Wish Were Still In Buffalo
November 28, 2011 In today’s fragile economy it is quite difficult for small business owners and mega corporations alike to turn a profit. Having long term success in an area that needs to be thrifty just to pay the bills is no easy task. Business comes and goes like hitchhiking hobos through our town, but some of them have left a hole that is tough to mend. These are 5 establishments that I miss:
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National Weather Service: Pair Of EF-2 Tornados Hit Chautauqua County [VIDEO]
November 15, 2011 The National Weather Service has investigated the damage in the Fredonia and Westfield and has said it appears that two F2 tornadoes hit the area yesterday afternoon as a strong front moved through the area.
WGRZ is reporting that there is damage in both are
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Hard to Find a 100% American Made CD These Days [SPONSORED POST]
November 15, 2011 Some people just talk a good game. Some people do something about it. When country artist Ricky Lee was putting together his latest CD, Ordinary Man, he knew it needed to reflect his pride in the U.S.A. and what better way to show that pride than to produce a 100% American made CD. The packaging, the disc itself and the dynamic modern country sound are purely American. Ricky took several years developing "Ordinary Man" to deliver an album that hits hard and leaves you wanting more. Songs like "Crazy Bout You" and "You Won't Be Lonely Long" pave the way for Ricky's place alongside today's country stars.
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Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw Will Tour Together in 2012
November 14, 2011 Word has been circulating for some time now that Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw will be touring this coming summer. Well those rumors have been confirmed as the two Country Music superstars will hit the road this summer on a 24 city tour beginning in Tampa Bay, Florida and ending in Foxboro, Ma.
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Penn State Coach Joe Paterno Fired
November 9, 2011 The Penn State Board of Trustees announced Thursday it is firing longtime football coach Joe Paterno, as well as university president Graham Spanier. Both officials are accused of not reporting to police knowledge of sexual abuses against children by a member of their staff.
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Buffalo’s Christmas Tree Lights Go On Dec. 3rd
November 9, 2011 The official Downtown Buffalo Tree lighting ceremony will be held on December 3rd at Fountain Plaza (Main and Chippewa). The event will have distinguished speakers who will lead the countdown to th
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Who’s Hotter, Carrie Underwood or Faith Hill? [VOTE]
November 9, 2011 Getty ImagesEach of these Country Music ladies are are stunning in their own right. Carrie is like that hot girl livingnext door that every boy dreams of. Faith is that beautiful mature woman that exudes class
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Artists Interviews at CMA Week In Nashville [VIDEO]
November 9, 2011 We're counting down to country music's BIGGEST night, the CMA Awards on ABC Channel 7. Clay Moden is giving you a backstage pass to the see the superstars in Nashville.
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Shouldn’t All American Flags Be 100% American Made [SPONSORED POST]
November 7, 2011 With Veterans Day coming up, we were thinking of purchasing a new American flag. I happened to be at a national chain store which will remain nameless and noticed they had some flags. I picked one up and it was clearly labeled "Made in China." I wish I could say I was surprised.
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Area Trick or Treat Hours
October 31, 2011 Here are the Trick or Treat Times for most of the major communities in Erie and Niagara County. If your community is not listed, there may not be a specified time or Trick or Treating.
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You’re Going To Do Zumba???
October 31, 2011 Yes, as a larger guy I wasn’t surprised to get that reaction. Most athletic things I try to do are met with that reaction, but it’s still good to talk to my family regardless.
Zumba Fitness is a movement sweeping the nation and it’s hard to avoid hearing about it. Through infomercials, posters at the gym or word-of-mouth most people are at least aware of this work out trend. Zumba is a Latin dance class that works your cardio, core and even helps with mental alertness. I know a lot of people are afraid to try it because they can’t dance. Trust me, you don’t need to have any dancing skills. If I can do it, you can do it.