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Spring Fling Disc Golf Tournament This Saturday – Find Out How to Play [VIDEO]

Ryan O'Bryan — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:52:29 +0000

Before you hit the Woodmere Disc Golf Course on the State Hospital grounds this Saturday for our first ever Spring Fling Disc Golf Tournament with iPhone Todd and the Ace Eagle Disc Golf Club, get a crash course on how to play the game from local pro, Matt Kern. Disc golf is much like the [...]

Drunken Easter Bunny Continues to Party Hard in Indiana

Mike Adams — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:01:26 +0000

It is no secret that once Christmas is officially over, Santa Claus returns to the North Pole for a well-deserved nap. But would you believe that as soon as the Peeps are properly positioned in all the baskets and the last of the colored eggs are hidden, the Easter Bunny celebrates another successful year by doing a little Indiana bar hoping?

Former Kentucky Coach Tubby Smith Cuts A Rug [VIDEO]

egrant — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 15:27:47 +0000

I think all the experts can agree, there hasn’t been a year so nuts in college basketball as 2013. Of course, I’m already thinking about my bracket come March Madness, and that bracket will be an enigma. Upset after upset and former UK coach Tubby Smith and his Minnesota Golden Gophers outlasted no. 20 Wisconsin [...]

Kentuckians Want to Give the State a Kick Ass New Slogan

Mike Adams — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 22:35:30 +0000

Kentucky is the home to a great shade of awesomeness that can be found in everything from literature, sports, buckets of chicken - right down to Derby style mojitos and brown liquor. And while there are so many things about Kentucky that are kick ass –a couple of loyal Kentuckians say that attitude does not apply when it comes to the state’s slogan “Unbridled Spirit

5 of the Ugliest Snowmen You'll Ever See

Ashley Sollars — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 18:04:02 +0000

This morning, southern Indiana, Illinois and Western Kentucky has been hit by up to 12″ of snow! In Wisconsin or Michigan, this wouldn’t be anything to write home about but here in the ‘almost South’ we take our snow very seriously. Because kids are off school and have been patiently dealing with family time, it [...]

A Twisted Prequel to Thanksgiving: 'The Wild-Eyed Turkey and the Peanut Butter Lady' [Short Story]

Mike Adams — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 22:31:23 +0000

For the past week, I’ve noticed a wild turkey lurching in the bushes just outside my home. He looks somewhat confused but sharp as a tack. I know if I take enough steps toward him, he’ll front line me and peck out my eyeballs. It is a rare event for any wild animal to roam [...]

Five Ways to Avoid Your Family on Thanksgiving

Chandelle — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 19:09:08 +0000

Everyone knows that the holidays can be extremely stressful. Between all of the planning, the cooking, and the cramming all of your relatives into one home, it’s a miracle in itself if you can make it through Thanksgiving with all of your hair. But being that I don’t plan, and I certainly don’t cook (for [...]

Tater Salad Rednecks, Contemporary Brides and More Things to Do This Weekend in the Tri-State

Mike Adams — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 14:37:23 +0000

There is a lot going on this weekend here in the tri-state – If you plan to get your weekend started early, nearly every bar in town has karaoke and pool, and if they don’t, they have booze and food – you can’t miss. This weekend’s highlights include Ron White and his Moral Compass Tour [...]

10 Things You Didn't Know About Vampires

Carl Pettit — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 18:54:05 +0000

Everyone knows that vampires suck … your blood!!!! Seriously though, do you know the history behind modern vampire lore? These creatures of the night have been lurking around for a very long time, although the princes and princesses of darkness have taken on different guises and mythologies throughout the ages. Here are some things you [...]

Do You Know the 5 Ways to Stop a Zombie? Brought to you by Eville Studios

Chris Pearson — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 06:20:10 +0000

Halloween is right around the corner, so what does that mean? ZOMBIES! The walking dead are coming for you whether you like it or not. The real question is are you going to know what to do when they come for you? If your answer is no then don't you worry because we have got you covered! Here are the 5 ways to stop a zombie:

Comfy Carl — Hot Mess of the Day

Jackie Mancini — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 19:00:21 +0000

Name: Comfy Carl Location: That poor woman’s lap. Occupation: The world’s first cold-blooded, colorblind camouflage designer. Hobbies: Chutes n’ Ladders tournaments, mouthbreathing, and taking up a very small amount of space on the subway. 6 Things He Can’t Live Without: Carl reported that he has everything he needs inside of his one-piece crochet jumpsuit. He declined our request for a list [...]

10 WTF Halloween Costumes

Jackie Mancini — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 14:22:48 +0000

It’s October, so we are officially allowed to start talking about our favorite holiday, Halloween. Looking to make a powerful impression this halloween? Here are some tips for choosing the right costume. First, start with a clear concept: is everyone going to know who you’re supposed to be? Add your own personal touch, to make [...]

15 Things You Can Say Guaranteed to Ruin a First Date

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 17:30:18 +0000

Your hair is coiffed. Your breath is a minty collection of Crest, Scope and Ice Breakers gum. Your scent is a dazzling aroma that says “seduction.” In short, you are ready for your first date with the man or woman who may one day become the mother or father of your children. Before you start [...]

10 WTF Ad Campaigns

Jackie Mancini — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 17:00:43 +0000

Welcome to WTF ad school, your 5-minute guide to creating and marketing a successful product. Let’s begin. First, figure out what need you are trying to fill. What product or service is sorely missing from the lives of American consumers? Finding a new way to use existing products is a great way to introduce [...]

Hey, How About We All Stop Using the Term MILF? [OPINION]

Chris Illuminati — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:39:50 +0000

Thankfully, some expressions and turns of phrase fade from the human vernacular over time. Sure, you’ll hear an occasional “For Sure” or “That’s Hot” creep into conversation, but in that off occurrence you’re 100% allowed to call out the person for using such a dated term. Actually, maybe you should just stop hanging out with [...]

Watch this Hilarious Hunger Games Parody PLUS Hot Jennifer Lawrence Pics

Jackie Mancini — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 20:44:18 +0000

Jennifer Lawrence is so hot. Let’s watch a funny video about Hunger Games. Bad Lip Reading is pretty much always hilarious, but this video might be our favorite, so far. Haven’t seen The Hunger Games? Doesn’t matter, it doesn’t make a lick of sense, and has nothing to do with the actual movie. Enjoy. Closing [...]

Whiny, Disgruntled Employee's Scathing Email Goes Viral

Kathy Landin — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 19:28:20 +0000

We’ve all dreamed of doing it. That final “in-your-face” speech to the boss as we walk out the door of a thankless job. The verbal middle finger we spend those late nights and working holidays composing but never get to utter out loud. One man decided his time had come and made his final mass [...]

Five Questions With Kristen Tucker, Publisher and Editor of Evansville Living Magazine

Mike Adams — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 18:08:47 +0000

Kristen Tucker is probably best known for her highly successful role as the publisher and editor of Southern Indiana’s premiere lifestyles magazine – Evansville Living. But what is it that really makes this publishing guru tick? To find out we caught up with Kristen and asked her five completely random and seemingly unimportant questions in [...]

'Overly Attached Girlfriend' Gets Dumped In New Video

Emerald Catron — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 16:02:36 +0000

We thought maybe she was just misunderstood, but it turns out the Overly Attached Girlfriend is just as crazy as we initially thought she was, as this video, in which a guy tries every means reasonably possible to cut things off, proves. Or anyway, as dumped as somebody who refuses to accept they were dumped can get.

The Best Reaction Memes to NFL's Replacement Refs

Emerald Catron — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 15:40:38 +0000

Woah boy. Even if you could not give one fraction of an iota of a care about football, you probably still heard about the game last night (thanks, Facebook!). To deal, we just imagined old-timey Keystone Kops music playing underneath the whole thing. Thankfully other people dealt with the insanity by making funny memes. Here are some of the best.