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Pray For Oklahoma Pictures To Share- #PrayForOklahoma

Davey Jones — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:58:53 +0000

Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone in Oklahoma tonight. The 2-mile wide tornado destroyed Oklahoma City, but most heartbreaking, the storm leveled Plaza Towers Elementary School and Briarwood Elementary School. Here’s some photos to share in support of #PrayForOklahoma for Facebook, Twitter, and as a Facebook Cover Photo. [button href="http://961wodz.com/oklahoma-tornado-may-20-2103/" title="Click Here For Full Storm Coverage" [...]

McDonald's Reportedly Considering Dropping Menu Items

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:19:38 +0000

The menu at your local McDonald's has grown considerably over the years. Now the world's most successful fast food restaurant is thinking about dropping some items in an effort to improve service and ease stress among its serving staff. What items may go?

Wealthy Moms Hire Disabled Tour Guides To Get On Disney World Rides Fast

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:15:00 +0000

They say that "where there's a will, there's a way" and apparently some wealthy New York City area moms are pretty strong willed. They have found a way around the long lines at Florida's Disney World by hiring disabled tour guides to accompany them and their kids to special entrances to some of the most popular rides and attractions.

Restaurant Server Gets 7000% Tip

Matt Herkimer — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:07:26 +0000

Restaurant servers have to endure their fair share of grouchy customer complaints but every once in a while a diner will show some extra appreciation. Such was the case at a Steak and Shake restaurant in Indianapolis, Indiana recently when server CeCe Bruce was shocked to receive a 7000% tip from a generous customer.

Ohioans Cuss the Most, Washingtonians the Least, Survey Says

Matt Herkimer — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:58:28 +0000

When I was a kid if my mom or dad heard me swear it was big trouble. No TV, no dessert, washing my mouth out with soap, you get the picture. A new survey by the Marchex Institute finds that when it comes to cussing the folks in Ohio have every right to shout "We're number one, we're number one". On the other hand people in the state of Washington are most likely to watch their language. There were some other interesting findings.

Pop Tarts Going "Nutty"

Matt Herkimer — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:09:17 +0000

It's been a long, long time since Pop-Tart eaters have been able to enjoy the taste of peanut butter, 1986 to be exact. That's the year Pop-Tart maker Nabisco discontinued the Peanut Butter and Jelly Pop-Tart. Rejoice Pop-Tart and peanut butter fans! The company has introduced 2 new "nutty" flavors.

Evangelist Pat Robertson Tells Woman To Excuse Cheating Hubby Because "It's What Men Do" [AUDIO]

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:12:01 +0000

Evangelist Pat Robertson has been known to make some pretty controversial comments and his latest probably won't endear him to a lot of women. Yesterday on his "700 Club" show a woman called complaining about her cheating husband. Robertson advised her to look beyond the infidelity because "It's what men do". He didn't stop there.

Most Popular Baby Names of 2012

Matt Herkimer — Wed, 15 May 2013 09:02:41 +0000

The list of most popular baby names of 2012 has been released by the Social Security Administration and, most noticeably, there is virtually no difference between this list and last years list. The number one girls name is once again Sophia while the most popular for boys is--for the 14th consecutive year--Jacob. Here are the top 10 for each.

10 Things American's Agree On

Matt Herkimer — Tue, 14 May 2013 11:20:18 +0000

After another divisive election season it's hard to imagine that we American's can agree on anything. This country has always been a rather fractious, rambunctious and divided place, the result of our enduring freedoms. There are, however a number of things that we American's DO agree on. What on earth could they be?

33 High School Students Suspended For Posting "Twerking" Video Online

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 13 May 2013 08:49:28 +0000

If you don't know what "twerking" is, join the crowd. You could always ask your teenagers. Apparently "twerking' is a highly suggestive dance move that has swept through high school dances and parties across the country. Now a group of San Diego, California students have been suspended for producing and posting a video of themselves "twerking" with abandon. Even worse, suspension is just the first of the punishments they are receiving.

Powerball Jackpot Up to $270 Million Tonight

Matt Herkimer — Sat, 11 May 2013 18:00:57 +0000

Here we go again. Lottery fever will be in full swing this weekend as the multi-state Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $270 million, enough for even the casual lottery player to shell out a few bucks for a chance at a fortune. What are the odds?

Tom Hanks The Most Trusted Person In America, Sandra Bullock Second

Matt Herkimer — Sat, 11 May 2013 15:53:10 +0000

Someone once said, "Everything is trust, all the rest is dust". I don't know exactly what that means but if its true there is no reason to dust in the Tom Hanks household. The actor has been found to be the most trusted person in America according to a recent Reader's Digest poll. Actress Sandra Bullock finished second. Here are the the rest of the top 10 most trusted.

"Muscle Car" Comeback In Full Swing

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:05:15 +0000

It’s been a few years now since American manufacturers decided to bring back the idea of a re-designed “muscle car” which reached a peak of popularity during the 1960′s. Ford has the Mustang, Chevrolet the Camaro and now the more recently reintroduced Dodge Challenger is moving up. WallstCheatSheet.com. reports on the encouraging sales figures. The [...]

Driving With Your Pets Increases Accident Risk

Matt Herkimer — Tue, 07 May 2013 09:04:23 +0000

There are many causes for driver distraction. We know that texting while driving and talking on your cell phone can result in an accident but now Fido and Mr. Whiskers are also in the crosshairs of distracted driving dangers. There is a new report that shows that driving with a pet in the car increases your chances for getting into an accident.

Jason Aldean To Perform At "Boston Strong" Benefit

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 06 May 2013 11:41:14 +0000

Country music artists are renowned for their generosity and willingness to give back and Jason Aldean is no exception. Jason will be joining a multitude of other artists including Jimmy Buffett, James Taylor, Aerosmith and Carole King at "Boston Strong:An Evening of Support and Celebration" May 30th at Boston Garden.

America's Most Visited Stores

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 06 May 2013 09:25:52 +0000

There are a few stores we all seem to frequent fairly regularly. We have our favorite retail outlets and fast food restaurants that we find ourselves drawn to on a weekly--if not daily--basis. A new survey tells us which ones receive the most customer traffic.

A 5-Year-Old Shot and Killed his 2-Year-Old Sister

Phil Nye — Fri, 03 May 2013 15:59:21 +0000

Earlier this week (April 30th), a 5-year-old boy in Cumberland County, Kentucky was playing with a .22-caliber rifle and accidentally shot and killed his 2-year-old sister. The rifle was a gift the boy received last year. The Cumberland County Coroner said: “It’s a Crickett. It’s a little rifle for a kid.” Many reacting to the [...]

UPDATE: Three More Suspects Arrested In Marathon Bombings

Jim Rondenelli — Wed, 01 May 2013 15:41:50 +0000

The Boston Police Department reports three additional suspects have been arrested in connection with the marathon bombings. The Boston Globe identifies them as college students, but gives no more details. Three additional suspects taken into custody in Marathon bombing case. Details to follow. â€” Boston Police Dept. (@Boston_Police) May 1, 2013 Boston police followed that [...]

Strange High School Prom Bans

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:19:11 +0000

The junior and senior proms are two of the social highlights in any high school students life but, as times change, so do some of the rules. For example, what if your school banned limos on prom night? One Connecticut school did just that. Find out why and check out some other strange high school prom bans.

Boston's Special Sneaks

Kristine Bellino — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:47:02 +0000

What’s behind the cover of Boston Magazine this month? Â Take a look and see. The editors of Boston Magazine say they “have been humbled by the reception” their May cover has received. Â In one writer’s opinion it is praise well-deserved. Design director Brian Struble and deputy design director, Liz Noftle, are behind the photo. Â And [...]