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#2,025 Apalachicola Evening. Laurel Mercantile

We packed our bags and headed east this morning after a wonderful breakfast at Another Broken Egg cafe (at which time I decided that my favorite food in all the world is, in fact, breakfast food—since childhood, with Italian a close second—also since childhood). And then we took the slow route, 98E all the way to Apalachicola on what’s known as Florida’s “Forgotten Coast.” Along the way we stopped in Navarre Beach (you know my feelings about this place) for a bathroom break and I couldn’t leave without checking on my old stomping grounds.

Jason Aldean Unveils Plans for 2023 Highway Desperado Tour

Jason Aldean will ride again in 2023: The star just announced his upcoming Highway Desperado Tour, which is set to kick off in mid-July in Bethel, N.Y. The jaunt will extend through October, wrapping in Tampa, Fla. at the end of that month. Joining Aldean on tour are Mitchell Tenpenny, country newcomer Corey Kent and Dee Jay Silver, the latter of whom is a regular guest act on Aldean's headlining tours.

Mel B had to move into her mother's spare room after her divorce: 'I had nothing!' | Lifestyles

Mel B had to move back in with her mother following her divorce from Stephen Belafonte. The Spice Girls star, 48, was married to the producer from 2007 until 2017 in what she has alleged was an abusive relationship – although he has always denied the claims - and two years later she rejoined Geri Halliwell, Melanie C and Emma Bunton for a reunion sellout stadium tour but had to move home because she was left with "

Get To Know Juliana Nalu! Plastic Surgery, Ethnicity, Kanye West

Meet Juliana Nalu, the alleged new girlfriend of Kanye West. But, are the model and the rapper actually dating each other? Here is a little info we’ve gathered regarding their relationship. Keep scrolling down to learn more about Kanye West and Juliana Nalu. This article also covers her age, hometown, and her career. Meet Juliana Nalu, Kanye West’s Alleged New Girlfriend Kanye West was recently spotted leaving a restaurant with a mystery woman now recognized as model Juliana Nalu.

Iowa Arboretums $2 million Treehouse Village is under construction

DES MOINES – The Iowa Arboretum and Gardens has started construction on its $2 million dollar Treehouse Village project. The Treehouse Village will be a playground that is accessible to everyone young and old, including things like a wheelchair swing and ramps. Mark Schneider, the Executive Director of the Iowa Arboretum and Gardens, said that the project has already raised $1.8 million which shows the community’s support. “We’re a small rural public garden and the ability to raise funds for a project like this speaks highly of the project itself and the people who have worked hard to bring in those funds.

Timothy's House of Hope closes its doors once again

Timothy’s House of Hope in Davenport has closed its doors once again. Local Four News received a tip that the long time outreach center of 25 years will no longer be serving the homeless. Local Four News is also the only station to confirm the closing. The long time back and forth battle between Timothy’s House of Hope and the city. The battle stemmed from zoning concerns. Founder Pastor James Swope and Pastor Nicholas Cantwell also filed a 32-page lawsuit against the city, Alderman Ray Ambrose, Alderman Maria Dickmann, and zoning official and senior planning manager Matthew Flynn in August of 2017.

Watch Siblings With Duck Dynasty Ties Compete on American Idol

Season 22 of American Idol got a double dose of young country talent during the third round of auditions on Sunday night (March 3). Max and Laela Dasher, two young performers and siblings hailing from North Carolina, both tried out with back-to-back auditions during the show — and both selected classic country songs for their performances. First up was Max, who sang "Rock Salt and Nails," an old bluegrass and folk tune commonly credited to labor organizer Utah Phillips.

Colbie Caillat and Justin Young End Engagement

After more than a decade in a relationship together, Colbie Caillat, 34, and Justin Kawika Young, 41, have called it quits. The now exes — and current bandmates in the four-piece country group Gone West — broke the news to fans on social media late Thursday (April 2). "This is difficult for us to share, but we want to be honest with you all. After 10 wonderful years, Justin and I have ended our relationship,"

Mary Ann Chandler | Obituaries

Mary Ann Chandler Mrs. Mary Ann (Paige) Chandler entered Heaven on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023 after a brief stay at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel. She was 92. She was born Sept. 8, 1931, in Kemper County and dedicated her life sacrificially to her family and Christian service. The mother of seven children was an active church leader, speaker and teacher, and the wife of a Baptist pastor.

Reba McEntire to LGBT Community: Ive Got Your Back

Reba McEntire made a video appearance at the Nashville Concert for Love and Acceptance concert last week, telling Ty Herndon and all in attendance: "I’ve got your back.” McEntire was the event’s biggest name, but well-known stars like Herndon, Jamie O’Neal, Billy Gilman and Crystal Gayle took the stage. Chely Wright also appeared via video message. Nashville actor Chris Carmack, Meghan Linsey and newcomer Levi Hummon sang at the event.