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Imagine a rock star finding inspiration in country music. Brent Smith from Shinedown just discovered Ella Langley, and his enthusiasm is contagious.

A new study reveals the most dangerous days and times to be driving in Missouri.

A luxury hot tub in Quincy, Illinois will be available at its lowest price ever on Monday, March 9 at 8am.

A Minnesota CDL driver was stopped after driving the wrong way on Highway 61 in Missouri, failing an English proficiency test and triggering federal investigation.

Ella would definitely approve of this one!

Who's going to go see Jason Aldean live in 2026?

Country music and horses go hand in hand.

Actor Brecken Merrill is nearly 18 and he definitely has his own style.

Big changes are on the horizon for a pizza giant, with hundreds of locations set to close due to disappointing sales figures.

Belles’ new song “Son of Jolene” continues Dolly Parton’s iconic story — and the country music icon has something to say about it.

A mystery winner walked out of a Springfield, Illinois convenience store with a $3 million dollar winning ticket this week.

The #1 hotspot for copperhead snakes in Missouri used to be a very volcanic region.

He's got a new album coming and a huge tour about to launch!

Fans thought something was up and now Farmer Wants a Wife star Sydney Errara has confirmed it.

Papa Johns has announced they will be closing 300 locations, but the exact number in Missouri is unknown.

A flirty look and a few flirty quips has fans of Yellowstone fans wondering about Marshals.

Nutria sightings in southern Illinois raise concerns about invasive species, wetland damage, crop loss, and wildlife impact across multiple counties.

JD Graham, an Oklahoma-born singer beloved in the Red Dirt and Americana scenes, sustained extensive injuries, and his dog died in the crash.

She might not look like or sound like what you think about when you think of outlaw country, but Mickey Guyton is undoubtedly an outlaw artist.

Looking for Missouri’s best public golf course? Payne’s Valley at Big Cedar Lodge delivers elite design, challenge, and scenic Ozarks play.

If you don't see Koe Wetzel on the road in 2026 it's because you're not trying.

Dolly Parton is giving back to her community in a major way.

"When something like that happens, it changes everything."

With grocery prices on the rise, many are turning to unexpected places for savings—who knew Walmart wouldn’t be the top pick this time?

After he puts a record out, Rucker says he doesn't listen to it anymore.

The main causes for weather-related crashes in Missouri aren't surprisingly not snow or rain.

Illinois just ranked among the most deceitful states, but it's partially Florida's fault.

A man has been sentenced after pleading guilty in the 2023 crash that killed the former Dixie Chicks lead singer.

Computer models show there is a great potential for winter storm impacts for Missouri starting Sunday night.

Of the 17 country singers in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, 14 made country music's version.

Applebee's has announced they will close multiple restaurants and that includes Missouri.

Here are memories of the Palm Sunday blizzard that buried much of Missouri in 2013.

Bids for Bargains goes fully online March 9 with Buy It Now deals, 40–60% savings, and Tri-State restaurant, hotel, and service discounts.