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This Is Arguably The Worst Singing Of The National Anthem EVER [VIDEO]

Rob Banks — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:37:49 +0000

I started off feeling super sorry for this girl. I get stage fright sometimes, but this is the definition of stage fright. A Canadian singer, Alexis Normand, forgot the words around 15 seconds in at the Memorial Cup in Saskatoon on Saturday night. Fine — we’ve all see this happen before where someone screws up [...]

Top Cities For Single People — Yes, Buffalo's on the List

Rob Banks — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 05:54:45 +0000

There’s a list for everything, and it always seems like Buffalo is on them — both the good ones and the bad ones. Apparently, there’s enough single people running around this city that we were ranked in the top single cities in America. I’m sitting here trying to think why there are so many single [...]

Hey Everybody, Beyonce Can Actually Sing the National Anthem

Emerald Catron — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 10:22:06 +0000

Beyonce decided that the time to address whether or not she was lip-syncing the national anthem at the presidential inauguration is now. You know, when everybody’s already forgotten about it. Thanks for the reminder. To prove she’s innocent, she called a press conference and then sang the song a cappella for everyone there. Satisfied? Good [...]

"Real Talk" From A U.S. Marine! [VIDEO]

Josh — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:29:11 +0000

I stumbled upon this video while perusing the internet this morning. The video comes from the site Military.com and it features a U.S. Marine talking about why he joined and how war gives you thick skin. Certainly, we know that already, but sometimes we need a reminder of how much some sacrifice so we can live the way we do. Check out

What Are the Best New Jobs in America?

Mike Adams — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 10:30:50 +0000

Pretty much everyone knows how much trouble the economy has had over the last several years creating jobs. But some sectors have been bright spots, with booming growth and solid earning potential, enough to be called the best new jobs in America.

Veterans, Thank You For Your Service

Pete Hausmann — Sun, 11 Nov 2012 16:28:15 +0000

Today and tomorrow we pay tribute to American veterans. The president will lay a wreath at the Tomb Of The Unknown Soldier. Thousands of people will show their support for our service men and women by lining the streets of New York City for the nation’s Veterans Day Parade. Veterans Day was originally known as Decoration [...]

Hank Williams, Jr. Says America Has 'Committed Economic Suicide' in Re-Electing President Obama

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 11:00:55 +0000

It looks like ultra-conservative country music star Hank Williams, Jr. hasn't warmed up much to President Obama in the wake of his victory Tuesday over Republican challenger Mitt Romney. The staunch hunter and gun rights supporter took to Twitter Thursday morning (Nov. 8) to predict financial doom and gloom for America as a result of the president winning a second term.

Rascal Flatts' Joe Don Rooney Talks Leadership of the Country and in His Home

Jessica Nicholson — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 10:00:56 +0000

Though Rascal Flatts member Joe Don Rooney has seen tremendous success as part of Rascal Flatts, proven by fact that the trio recently earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, his priority remains his family. During a recent interview with mlive.com, he touched on two timely subjects: politics and raising children. He discussed leadership of our country and in his home.

Toad Suck, Arkansas Is America's Most Unfortunately Named Town

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 11:35:38 +0000

Residents of Toad Suck, Arkansas have long had to explain their unusual town name. At least now they can add to the explanation that they have been recognized as having the “most unfortunate” town name in America. A Findmypast.com poll of folks in seven English-speaking countries voted Toad Suck to the top spot over other head-scratchers like Climax, [...]

Robin Williams As The American Flag [VIDEO]

John La Mond — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:00:13 +0000

This video was made more than 30 years ago by comedian Robin Williams. I think it is fantastic because it is still as profound today as it was thirty years ago. As Americans, we need to be reminded from time to time of who we are and where we came from. Please take a couple [...]

President Bush's Opening Pitch At Yankee Stadium After 9/11 [VIDEO]

John La Mond — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 17:00:43 +0000

If you only watch one video on our website today, please take four minutes of your time to watch this video. I literally got goosebumps while watching this. Even if you are not a George Bush fan, I truly believe you will enjoy this video. To me, this video is a representation of everything that [...]

Here's A Beautiful Tribute To Our Flag And 9/11 [VIDEO]

John La Mond — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 18:35:01 +0000

Tomorrow is the ten year anniversary of 9/11. I can’t help it but a lot of the feelings I had on that day are coming back to me. I want to thank my dear friend Nancy Bachman of Rochester who sent me this video. Nancy and her husband John are my good friends and very [...]

American Economy Soon Will Be Second to China

John La Mond — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 20:05:18 +0000

I never thought I would see this in my lifetime. For as long as I have been alive, America has always been the number one economic power of the world. Now, all this will soon be changing. Yahoo.com has more abou