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Remembering the Oklahoma City Bombing

Twenty-two years ago, a truck bomb went off outside the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, killing 168 people and injuring hundreds. It was the deadliest terrorist attack on American soil until September 11, 2001.

 

After the bombing, the nation came together to heal and help the survivors recover and build their futures without loved ones.

Five years after the terrorist act, the Oklahoma City Bombing Memorial was dedicated. The memorial is on the grounds where the Murrah building once stood.

 

By:  Dianah Gibson

Mo’s Entertainment Update 4-18-17

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CARRIE UNDERWOOD

Carrie Underwood Photo by Frederick Breedon Getty Images

Carrie Underwood Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images

Last night in Nashville, Carrie Underwood made a surprise performance.

The public address announcer at Bridgestone Arena told the sold-out crowd (quote) “Please rise and welcome seven-time Grammy winner and longtime Nashville Predators fan Carrie Underwood!”

She took to the ice at the Predators’ playoff game to sing the National Anthem.

Naturally, she killed it. This stirring rendition stands against any of the all-time memorable anthems.

Nobody was more proud than her husband, Mike Fisher, who plays for the Predators. Carrie even wore his #12 jersey with the captain’s “C” on the shoulder. Or “C” for Carrie. (People)

JAKE OWEN

Jake Owen has done some pretty awesome things during his life, but by far his favorite accomplishment is being dad to his daughter Pearl.

Jake Owen talks about his daughter. “I tell people that she was really the first thing I’ve ever… You know, I’ve done some amazing things in life and had some amazing opportunities, but just having a little girl… What a woman is and what they become is truly built upon their foundation as a child and the father figure in their life. I’m not Jake Owen, the country singing star to my little girl. I’m just dad.”

CHRIS YOUNG

Chris Young takes his uncle job seriously. He even admits to having a few hilarious tunes on his phone just to appease his niece. But what’s the most embarrassing song on his iPhone playlist?

Chris Young admits to a song that he hates to admit that’s on his phone. “The first thing that actually pops in my head is actually because of my niece. So, I do have ‘I Want A Hippopotamus for Christmas’ on my phone. I don’t know if that’s one you’re supposed to be embarrassed of because I have an excuse. But that’s probably the most random one. Yeah, that’s one of her favorites.”

I’m Obsessed With This Salad….

Life Transformation 360 has taught me how to make healthy choices and in doing so I have discovered the most amazing salad!!!! It’s so simple and that’s the best part but you have to love spinach!!!! Spinach, Strawberries, Mushrooms, Feta, Walnuts! Top it off with a Strawberry or Raspberry Vinaigrette and fall in love.

 

Tax Day Deals!

It’s tax day!  Many local businesses want to help you celebrate.

Here are some of the deals you can take advantage of today.

Bob Evans:  Go to their website and get a 30% off your purchase for today.

Boston Market:  Today guests who dine in can purchase a $10.40 Tax Day Meal Special.

Firehouse Subs:  Firehouse is inviting guests to stop by to receive a Firehouse Subs 2017 Tax Day offer which is a free medium sub with the purchase of a medium or large sub, chips and a drink. To redeem, guests may print or show the offer on their smartphone.

California Tortilla:  With any purchase Tuesday, get free chips and queso when you say the password “tax crunch.”

Hooters: Kids 12 and younger eat free with an adult purchase of $10 or more for each free kids meal.

Sonic:  Get half-price cheeseburgers on Tax Day. Limit five per customer at participating locations.

Many other businesses have Tax Day deals.  Check out their websites to find out what they are offering!

-Dianah Gibson

13 Reasons Why – Have You Seen It?

A new series is on Netflix and teens and adults are binge watching it.  The show is called ’13 Reasons Why’.

13 Reasons Why follows teenager Clay Jensen, in his quest to uncover the story behind his classmate and crush, Hannah, and her decision to end her life.

I have been watching this with my teenage children, and we have gone through so many emotions. This series shows the dark side of bullying in high school and it’s tragic effects.

Thirteen Reasons Why is a 2007 novel written by Jay Asher.  The book hit #1 on the New York Times best-seller list in July 2011.

By:  Dianah Gibson

Entertainment Update – 04/17/17

Fun stories from the world of country music

THOMAS RHETT: Terrified About Having a Girl

When it comes to having a baby girl, Thomas Rhett couldn\’t be more excited. There is, however, one thing that he\’s pretty worried about.

He revealed his secret in a recent interview with People magazine, saying, \”When she turns 13, 14, 15 and starts dating, that terrifies me pretty hard, but we’ll cross that bridge when we get there.\” (People)

BRETT YOUNG: Misses the Diamond

Growing up, Brett Young always thought baseball would be his career, but a major injury derailed that dream. So, would he trade his life in the country music spotlight for a life on the diamond?

Brett Young: \”I miss baseball all the time, especially when I watch baseball. It’s really hard to have made it to the level that I did, and then have it like, basically taken away, you know, kind of halted. But that said, I don’t have any regrets, because I had already found music at that point. I’ve never for one second, since I started music, have I wondered if I was supposed to do this.”

BRANTLEY GILBERT: Embarrassing Tour Moments

Every artist has suffered an embarrassing onstage blunder, and Brantley Gilbert is no exception. Unfortunately for us, his wasn\’t documented.

Brantley Gilbert: “We played a show in Cancun one time, and the stage was right up against the water. When the tide came in, nobody really took into account that there was going to be a lot of water on the stage. So when I came bouncing out of the back, I tripped and I fell. And I stood up and I said, ‘I’ll tell you what, if nobody puts that on YouTube, I’m gonna be angry.’ And nobody put it on YouTube.”

MIRANDA LAMBERT: Sharing a Precious Moment

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