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How Buying A Taste Of Country T-Shirt Can Help Oklahoma Tornado Victims

Clay Moden — Fri, 24 May 2013 10:10:50 +0000

The show is just a few weeks away! The WYRK Taste Of Country is June 14. And because country fans are so giving and so loyal and so patriotic, we have decided to give back to our fellow Americans that need our support. When you purchase your official limited-edition Taste Of Country t-shirt at this [...]

Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert Bring 'Over You' to 'The Voice' in Tribute to Oklahoma

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:00:27 +0000

Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert brought their much-decorated ballad 'Over You,' which they penned together about the death of Shelton's brother, to 'The Voice' on Tuesday, performing the intimate and deeply personal song with a different purpose.

Help Our Friends In Oklahoma

Angela Stefano — Thu, 23 May 2013 13:25:12 +0000

Those who have had a loved one pass away are often looking for small signs that the person is still with them and watching over them — like pennies found in odd places or at important moments.

The next few days, weeks and months are going to be important moments for those in Moore, Okla

Blake Shelton To Organize TV Benefit For Victims Of Oklahoma Tornado

Brett Alan — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:36:08 +0000

Blake Shelton was born in Ada, Okla. He has also become one of the biggest names in country music. Now that tragedy has struck close to home for him, he is organizing a benefit for the victims. There has never been a question about how much Blake loves his home state, and the other night [...]

Oklahoma's Country Stars Send Messages to Those Hit by Moore Tornado

Billy Dukes — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:36:11 +0000

Monday's (May 20) devastating tornado in Moore, Okla. touched the hearts of country music's biggest stars, and more than a few were left worrying about friends and family they knew in the area. The state is home to some of the biggest names in country music -- Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks, Toby Keith, Vince Gill and Blake Shelton are just a few who have roots there, with one superstar having grown up in Moore.

Death Toll in Oklahoma Lowered to 24; Search for Survivors Continues

Chris Chaberski — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:34:52 +0000

Officials in Oklahoma have lowered the number of deaths suffered to 24 in the massive tornado that swept through the town of Moore Monday night. Originally, the figure had been as high as 51, probably a result of double-counting.

WYRK's Pennies From Heaven Collection — Helping Oklahoma Tornado Victims

Angela Stefano — Wed, 22 May 2013 04:01:02 +0000

Those who have had a loved one pass away are often looking for small signs that the person is still with them and watching over them -- like pennies found in odd places or at important moments.

The next few days, weeks and months are going to be important moments for those in Moore, Okla. devastated by Monday's deadly tornado, filled with recovery, rebuilding and healing. And we want our listeners to be the ones sending those small signs of hope.

Toby Keith Reacts to 'Devastating' Tornado in Hometown of Moore, Oklahoma

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:05:02 +0000

Country superstar Toby Keith called in to Anderson Cooper’s talk show on CNN Monday night (May 20) to talk about the deadly tornado that struck his hometown of Moore, Okla. earlier in the day. The storm tore through the community and wreaked havoc, striking two elementary schools and leaving behind a death toll of at [...]

Woman's Dog Found After Oklahoma Tornado On Live TV [VIDEO]

Clay Moden — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:51:21 +0000

One of the most amazing videos to come out after the Moore, Okla. tragedy! Watch as this woman finds her dog on live TV! Our prayers are with all of those affected and the brave first responders and volunteers! [button href="http://wyrk.com/how-you-can-help-victims-of-the-tornado-in-oklahoma/" title="How To Help Oklahoma Tornado Victims" align="center"]

Clay + Dale Speak With Tornado Chaser Matt Coker [AUDIO]

Clay Moden — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:48:54 +0000

It certainly has been a difficult week so far in many parts of the United States. Even if you were not directly affected by the tornadoes these past couple of days, it is hard not to get emotional about the loss of life and the destruction. Storm prediction is never an exact science because Mother Nature is so random.

Watch News Anchors Take Shelter From Oklahoma Tornado On Live TV [VIDEO]

Clay Moden — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:22:55 +0000

This is just scary! It’s almost as if news anchors have to be like captains of a ship and go down with it. These anchors were covering a tornado headed directly for their studio when they decided on LIVE TV to seek shelter. Pretty intense. Our prayers are with everyone affected by this incredibly sad [...]

Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado in Photos

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:52:54 +0000

A massive tornado touched down just south of Oklahoma City on Monday, killing dozens.

At least seven of those killed were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. The twister, which measured 2 miles at one point, has been given a preliminary classification of an EF-4 tornado (winds of 166 to 200 mph), according to weather officials.

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

Clay Moden Shares His Thoughts On Oklahoma Tornado [VIDEO]

Clay Moden — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:38:24 +0000

My thoughts on a tragic day for Moore, Okla. Very sad. [button href="http://wyrk.com/how-you-can-help-victims-of-the-tornado-in-oklahoma/" title="How To Help Oklahoma Tornado Victims" align="center"]

Very Unusual Tornado Record For Iowa

Dale Mussen — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:00:42 +0000

Up until the outbreak of tornadoes that tore through five Midwestern states on Sunday and Monday morning, Iowa hadn’t recorded a single tornado in almost a year, and that’s very unusual for a state that averages about 35 a year. Before last week’s tornadoes in north Texas that killed six people, this country had recorded [...]

Little Big Town Cancel Concerts Following Death in the Family

Jessica Nicholson — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 10:31:35 +0000

Little Big Town announced on Monday (Nov. 26) that they have been forced to reschedule two upcoming concerts in Riverside, Calif. and Los Angeles after a sudden death in their immediate family. The group broke the news to fans via their official Facebook page.

Noon Tunes Hot Pick Of The Week: Tornado By Little Big Town

John La Mond — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:00:15 +0000

It took Little Big Town 13 years to achieve their first number one hit on the Billboard Singles chart with “Pontoon”. The band’s future looks to be incredibly bright right now. Their new release. “Tornado” is this week’s Noon Tunes Hot Pick Of The Week. I have been getting lots of texts, tweets and calls [...]

Hear Little Big Town's Next Single…"Tornado" [AUDIO/POLL]

Josh — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 09:34:51 +0000

Little Big Town is having quite the 2012 and if you ask me, the success is long overdue. It's hard to hold back a group with such great vocal harmony....eventually they will shine as they are doing now. It's all about finding the hit single, which the group did with "Pontoon." Little Big Town's next single ( coming to radio soon) is the title track to their latest album...."Tornado." Take a listen and

Little Big Town Bring the 'Pontoon' Boat to 'Ellen'

Megan Pacella — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 10:00:25 +0000

To promote their upcoming album, ‘Tornado,’ Little Big Town hit the small screen bright and early on Thursday for a performance on ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show.’ The award-winning foursome was all smiles as they took the stage to perform ‘Pontoon’ for a crowd. Despite playing live for a national audience, the popular country group looked [...]

Little Big Town Releasing New Album 'Tornado' on September 11

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 09:40:25 +0000

Grammy-nominated country group Little Big Town will release their fifth studio album on September 11. Recorded in Nashville with producer Jay Joyce (whose credits include Eric Church), ‘Tornado’ features the band’s current hit single, ‘Pontoon.’