So far so good for the US athletes at the games in Rio. While several athletes like Michael Phelps have cashed in with gold, the IRS is looking to cash in on their success as well. According to an article in Forbes Yes, US athletes have to pay tax, not only on their medals, but also on their bonuses they get for placing first, second or third.
Buck Owens In The Free Country Rewind Spotlight
Buck Owens was born August 12th, 1929 and on Sunday will be the spotlight artist on the Free Country Rewind from 8 until Noon with Don Brake. You will also hear True Classic Country Showcase songs from Roger Miller, Jim Ed Brown, Marty Robbins and Glen Campbell. We will also tip our hats to some of the biggest hits of 1981 and 1998. If you would like to request a song or suggest a future spotlight artist, email Don Brake. Don’t forget about the next Free Country Rewind concert starring Lonestar on November 2nd at the Weinberg Center.
Go to the show…with me!
Tom Hiddleston Lost the Bid for Bond
Did Taylor Swift hurt her boyfriend’s chance at becoming James Bond?
The word from England is that Tom Hiddleston will not be the next James Bond.
Such as shame, because part of the point of romancing Taylor Swift was to raise his public image. Tom campaigned hard for the coveted role.
However, a friend of the Bond producer Barbara Broccoli told The Sunday Mail, (quote) “I got a tip the other day which I’ll share with you. I understand Barbara Broccoli is absolutely no way going to pick Tom Hiddleston. No period, way period.” (Premiere Prep)
Help a good cause!
Members of the Frederick Police Department and Frederick County Sherriffs Office are participating in the Law Enforcement United VA Division Road to Hope 2017 bicycle ride.
The ride takes place May 09-14, 2017.
Each particpant is required to raise a minimum of
$1, 500 to participant in the ride.
Our Mission: To honor the service and sacrifice of all law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty and remember the survivors left behind.
Our Vision:To raise awareness of law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. Provide monetary and awareness support for: The Road to Hope Bicycle Ride, Project Active Armor, Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.), The Officer Down Memorial Page (O.D.M.P.), and Spirit of Blue Foundation. Assist other charitable organizations that share our common goals.
Our Values: Law Enforcement United is founded upon and strives to incorporate our core values within our operations. We are stewards of giving.
We are committed to the organizations we support and our mission.
We believe that we receive by giving; and strive to recruit a strong core membership and donors to facilitate our mission.
We believe in giving our donations to our causes not salaries. We are 100% volunteer driven organization. No board, staff, or member is, stipend or salaried.
Shockley Honda Pet of the Week – 08/09/2016
Gallery: Cirque Italia
Photos from Zach Tignall
Free Ride 08/08/16 “Cowbell”
T-Rex Push-Ups!
Brantley Gilbert Gets the Spotlight Stolen from Him
On a recent stop on his Take It Outside tour in Sacramento, Brantley Gilbert found himself sharing the stage with someone who may even be a bit more entertaining. While closing out his show with his hit single “Bottoms Up,” Brantley pulled a young boy up on stage. The kid was beyond ready to sing, and he ended up stealing the spotlight. (Premiere Prep)
Check out the video below from YouTube…