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Easter Candy Vs. .50 Caliber Gun [VIDEO]

Brett Alan — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:09:19 +0000

Watching things in slow motion is pretty cool. If you’re a redneck, watching things get shot in slow motion is heaven. And what better target is there around Easter time than a long row of Peeps marshmallow candy? Obviously, anytime you use firearms you should use every safety precaution. However, there’s nothing unsafe about watching [...]

For Easter, Watch People Smash Eggs on Their Foreheads — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 08:00:47 +0000

[onescreen item="5045137"] Seems like a waste of perfectly good eggs, doesn’t it? This whole forehead-egg-smashing thing comes in numerous forms. Some people just do it to themselves, others use a partner, and some of them are trying to set the world record for eggs smashed with your forehead. Everyone’s gotta have a dream, we guess. [...]

The 9 Cutest Easter Baby Bunnies

Cameron Simcik — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:39:55 +0000

Easter's right around the corner, so it's time to get into the holiday spirit. Create some awesome eggs, stuff yourself with Peeps--whatever floats your Easter boat. If none of this prep works for you though, we say take a cue from these Easter bunny babies.

12 Creepy Easter Bunnies Who Will Haunt Your Nightmares

Cameron Simcik — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 20:55:27 +0000

In case you haven’t noticed, costumed characters can be super creepy. Remember those scary Santas? It’s the stuff of nightmares. Unfortunately, the Easter Bunny is no exception. Think about it– there’s nothing charming or adorable about a giant walking rabbit. It’s not normal, and it can be plain old terrifying. Don’t believe us? Then check [...]

How Is the Date of Easter Chosen?

Chris Chaberski — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 20:22:29 +0000

Ever wonder why some years Easter is in early April, sometimes late April, and sometimes—like this year—it’s in March? Why isn’t it a fixed date, like most other holidays? Well, it’s a bit complicated. First off, the simple answer: Easter falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon that occurs on or after [...]

9 Tasty Peeps Cocktails That'll Help You Forget Easter

Emerald Catron — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 20:20:19 +0000

It's Easter weekend, and we all know what that means -- time to eat some ham and get your crunk on. We've always said if you aren't risking an insulin coma, you aren't really drinking, so here are some Peeps-themed cocktails to prove you love Easter but hate your body. Enjoy (to a point, then feel really sick a

Joanna Smith's Easter Song [VIDEO]

Rob Banks — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 19:37:15 +0000

Joanna Smith and her sexy southern voice have an Easter song for us as she relaxes in the spring weather with just her guitar on her front porch. Have a safe and Easter from everyone here at WYRK! Joanna’s latest single “We Can’t Be Friends“ peaked at 55 on the Country Billboard charts.

Any Interest in a $1K Easter Egg? You're in Luck — Go Here

Chris Illuminati — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 14:58:55 +0000

Ever frequent a restaurant just for the deserts? I’m talking about places more decadent than Friendly’s and their Fribble. Sugar and Plumm is that kind of joint. Sure, the food is great too, but the deserts are like an outtake from Willy Wonka’s wet dreams. This Easter, S&P is offering a $1,000 Easter egg for [...]

Easter Fodder! Here Are 3 Fun Easter Candy Facts

Josh — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 10:40:06 +0000

Easter is this Sunday, and many people will be attending church services, painting eggs, going on egg hunts, eating chocolate and spending time with family. Here are a few tidbits about some of the foods we consume on the holiday. Did you know that Americans, as a whole, fork over nearly 1.9 billion dollars on [...]

14 Awesome Easter Eggs You Should Definitely Make

Emerald Catron — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 06:32:16 +0000

Easter is coming! Usually we aren't very excited about this holiday, because ham is an everyday part of life the way we roll. However, these hand-painted eggs have us excited for the holiday we haven't celebrated since 2009.

If you're tired of dunking some eggs in vinegar-scented food coloring water, check these out for some inspiration. Or, you know, just because they're awesome.

The 10 Weirdest Bunnies in Pop Culture

Donald Deane — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 22:33:12 +0000

You may not be aware, but the Easter Bunny has been around for a long time. Easily one of the most recognizable symbols of the holiday, the loveable critter was first mentioned in an essay by German physician and botanist Georg Franck von Frankenau all the way back in 1682. Funny, we always figured he was just a Hallmark creation.

Why Is It Called "Good Friday"? [VIDEO]

Craig Matthews — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:54:51 +0000

As you know, this Sunday is Easter. For Christians, that is the day we say that Jesus was raised from the dead. If we believe that, then we have to believe that this day was not a “good” day for Christ. Indeed, this is the day when He was beaten and nailed to a cross. [...]

Blake Shelton Cluckin' On Late Night TV [VIDEOS]

Josh — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 08:56:30 +0000

Blake Shelton was a guest on ‘Late Night With Jimmy Fallon’ to promote his new album ‘Based On A True Story’, perform “Sure Be Cool If You Did” and take part in a weird little Easter skit/song. The Chickeneers (and, yes, Blake is a member of this new band) debuted last night and clucked out a [...]

Kids Freak Out at Easter Bunny [VIDEO]

Rob Banks — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 03:49:11 +0000

This surely backfired on the parents. I probably would have had the same reaction as these kids. They clearly are loving coloring their Easter eggs…until the Easter Bunny tries coming in the house an unusually way. Check out the video!

Easter Brunch Locations in Buffalo

Buffalo Staff — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 17:40:37 +0000

Now that St. Patrick’s Day weekend is behind us, Easter is approaching faster than Peter Cottontail on a spring day. For many people, Easter Brunch is a very popular way to celebrate with their families, so we have put together a list of restaurants that are offering a nice family meal for the holiday. Acqua [...]

What's a Butter Lamb? Learn About Buffalo's Easter Tradition

Buffalo Staff — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:15:47 +0000

Buffalo isn't exactly short on dishes and delicacies that make out-of-towners scratch their heads. I'm pretty sure I've never gotten through a conversation with a friend living in some other corner of the country without hearing "Beef on what?" or "What's a loganberry?" So if you're a Buffalonian, there's about a 600 percent chance you've had to explain a butter lamb before.

That's right. Butter. Lamb.

Easter Egg Hunts + Other Easter Fun in Buffalo!

Buffalo Staff — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:57:32 +0000

Easter is great because it’s the first sign of spring, and it’s another excuse to eat chocolate. Plus, who doesn’t love decorating eggs? There’s also a ton of cheap (and free) Easter events happening in Buffalo within the next few weeks — we even found an adult Easter Egg Hunt at a winery. Yes, please! Here’s [...]

Hippity, Hoppity — The Easter Bunny's on His Way! Here's Where You Can Find Him in Buffalo

Buffalo Staff — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 17:55:22 +0000

The Buffalo snow is starting to melt, temperatures are warming up, and spring is almost here — which means Easter is almost here! To celebrate, the Easter bunny will be coming to town. Here’s where you can find him. Boulevard Mall 730 Alberta Dr., Amherst Located in the Food Court 716-834-8600 Dates: March 9-March 31 [...]

Brett Alan's Visit To Vidler's [VIDEO]

Brett Alan — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 14:46:49 +0000

As we were getting ready for Easter, we decided to take a trip to a Western New York landmark. You've heard Clay and Dale talk about it and yesterday my family and I stopped off at Vidler's 5 & 10 in East Aurora for some Easter treats. This video is just a TINY window into what there is to see at Vidler's.

Hippity Hoppity Easters' On Its Way! The Legend Of The Easter Bunny!

Pete Hausmann — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 02:58:27 +0000

The Easter bunny originated in early fertility lore. the rabbit and its not too distant cousin, the hare were known as the most fertile animals, so they were chosen to symbolize new life during the season of spring. The furry creature itself as an Easter symbol appears to have been born in Germany, where it [...]