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Scott Porter Met His Wife Kelsey Filming 'Friday Night Lights' in Texas
Scott Porter is best known for rising to fame playing high school quarterback Jason Street on Friday Night Lights. Also recognizable for starring as the lawyer George Tucker opposite Rachel Bilson on the CW's Hart of Dixie, Porter has had a successful TV career since 2006. He's even starring in the upcoming Netflix drama, Ginny & Georgia. Since his first big series, he's had his longtime love, Kelsey Mayfield, by his side as his leading lady.
How Willie Nelson's Talented Children are Carrying On Their Dad's Country Music Legacy
Willie Nelson is one of the greatest names in country music, but did you know that he has some incredibly talented children? Get to know Willie's kids and read on for some things you might have not known about the Nelson clan. Lana Nelson View this post on Instagram Hope all you dads had a Happy Father's Day yesterday! Amy, Lana and Micah helped their dad celebrate in Simsbury CT.
Dollywood's Calming Room is a Dream for Children with Autism
There's lots to see and do at Dollywood, one of the most popular theme parks and tourist destinations in the U.S. But some visitors can find themselves overwhelmed with the sensory overload of large crowds and loud sounds that permeate the Pigeon Forge, Tenn. theme park. In 2016, Dollywood opened a calming room on the front side of the DreamSong Theater for children with autism and their families. The room, which provides a quiet, relaxing environment, is the first of its kind within a theme park.
Casselton business owners enjoying the fruits of their labor
CASSELTON, ND (KCND) - One of the owners of the Maple River Winery in Casselton credits the state’s Pride of Dakota program with helping him grow the business. Greg and Susan Kemple own the winery and distillery. Maple River Winery began in 2002 as a hobby. Kemple says things have changed quite a bit since then. He says the original goal was to produce 1,000 bottles of wine annually. This year, it appears over 30,000 bottles of wine and 15,000 bottles of spirits will be sold.
Family of the Dutch Destroyer special guest of Nov. 11 Bison home game
FARGO - North Dakota State Univerisity says the family of Lukas Kusters, the "Dutch Destroyer will be special guests at the next Bison home game, November 11th between NDSU and the University of South Dakota. The Kusters have ties with Carson Wentz. Lukas met Carson as a wish granted by the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Lukas was a young football star was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.
Arthur's Barn owners hope to rebuild, start dances again by next fall
Arthur, N.D. (KFGO) - A week ago Thursday, the historic dance barn near Arthur, North Dakota went up in flames. But despite loosing the barn and its contents, Arthur's Barn owner Delon Cahoon says this won't be the end. "Yes we plan on rebuilding," Cahoon said. "We've had so much support and so man people call, you know, they want the barn rebuilt.
Otter Tail seeks rate hike for North Dakota customers
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (KFGO) - Otter Tail Power Company wants to increase electric rates in North Dakota. The company has filed a formal request with the North Dakota Public Utilities Commission. Otter Tail says part of the request is due to required environmental technology improvements at its coal-fired Big Stone plant in northeast South Dakota. If approved, Otter Tail says a typical monthly residential bill would rise about $11.50.
Officer in shooting invokes Marsy's Law to withhold name
BISMARCK, N.D. - Police in Bismarck aren't releasing the name of an officer involved in a shooting _ in part because the officer is invoking a new law that expands the rights of crime victims. The officer was attacked after responding to a call at a Bismarck motel on Oct. 15. Police say he was punched in the head and had his eyes gouged before he shot and wounded his attacker. Chief Dan Donlin tells The Associated Press the officer invoked Marsy's Law, approved by voters just last year.
North Dakota tax head regrets lying about alcohol amount
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) - North Dakota Tax Commissioner Ryan Rauschenberger says he regrets lying to a Highway Patrol trooper about the amount of alcohol he had consumed prior to being arrested for drunken driving. In a video released Tuesday by the patrol, Rauschenberger told Trooper Tarek Chase that he had "like one drink .... like three hours ago." The 34-year-old Republican was arrested in Mandan on Sept. 30.
Hall sentenced to 7 years for baby assault
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) - A 23-year-old man has been sentenced to 7 years in prison for assaulting a baby. Kenneth Hall, of New Town, entered a guilty plea to assault resulting in serious bodily injury and was sentenced in federal court Monday. Hall was also given three years of supervised release. Prosecutors say Hall was under the influence of drugs last December when he picked up and shook an 11-month-old child. The baby suffered head trauma.
4 more guilty pleas in large Jamaican lottery scam in the US
BISMARCK, N.D. - Four more suspects this month either pleaded guilty or agreed to do so in a large-scale Jamaican lottery scam in the U.S. That leaves just five of the 15 defendants still scheduled for trial in January. Prosecutors believe it's the first large-scale Jamaican lottery scam prosecuted in the U.S. Authorities allege it bilked at least 90 Americans out of more than $5.7 million.
2 states warn against big changes in grouse plan
FORT COLLINS, Colo. (AP) - Two Western governors are warning the Trump administration against making big changes in a plan to protect a ground-dwelling bird across the West, saying it would send a message to states not to bother working together to save other imperiled species. Colorado Democratic Gov. John Hickenlooper and Wyoming Republican Gov.
Electrical problem caused fire that destroyed ND dance barn
ARTHUR, N.D. (AP) - Authorities say an electrical malfunction probably caused the fire that destroyed a popular dance barn in eastern North Dakota last week. The Cass County Sheriff's Office says the fire started on the ground level of Arthur's Barn near the electrical junction box. The sheriff's office and the state fire marshal's office on Tuesday identified the probable cause of the fire that destroyed the venue formerly known as Johnson's Barn.
NYC incident being investigated as terrorist attack
NEW YORK - The White House says President Donald Trump has been briefed on the vehicle that drove onto a bike path near the World Trade Center and struck several people.
Railroad sues over millions of rail ties it calls defective
ATLANTA (AP) - One of the nation's largest railroads says it must replace millions of defective wooden railroad ties under its tracks because they're degrading faster than expected. In a federal lawsuit, Norfolk Southern Railway blames an Alabama company of failing to use proper protective coating on more than 4.7 million railroad ties. Norfolk Southern says that instead of using materials that preserve the wood, officials with Boatright Railroad Products Inc.
2 arrested after drug-related drive-by shooting in Fargo
FARGO, N.D. - Fargo police have arrested two people in what they describe as a drug-related drive-by shooting. Authorities say one of the suspects initially tried to rob the victim of drugs at gunpoint Sunday afternoon, but the victim drove away after a struggle over the gun. Police say the suspects then chased the victim and shot at him. The victim wasn't hit, but he was treated at a hospital and released for injuries he suffered during the scuffle over the gun.
Dennis Banks surrounded by family when he died
MINNEAPOLIS - The family of American Indian activist Dennis Banks says he was surrounded by family when he died at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Banks' family says the 80-year-old developed pneumonia after undergoing heart surgery earlier this month and didn't want to be put on life support. He died Sunday night. Daughter Tashina Banks Rama says the family plans to hold wakes in Minneapolis and on the Leech Lake Reservation.
Over 100 pounds of prescription drugs collected in Moorhead
Moorhead, MN (KFGO) - Over 100 pounds of prescription drugs were collected in Moorhead during the statewide Prescription Drug Take Back day on Saturday. The city says since partnering with the DEA and local business seven years ago, 3,000 pounds of prescription medication has voluntarily been turned in to be properly destroyed.
Man arrested for stashing pipebombs in Red Lake County
RED LAKE FALLS, MN (KFGO) - An Oklee man has been arrested on charges that he had hid several pipe bombs on private property that were discovered by the landowner. Eric Reinbold, 41, is facing explosives charges. The pipebombs were in a container in a pile of rubble. Reinbold was arrested by Red Lake and Pennington County deputies and agents with a regional drug task force. Two years ago, Reinbold was arrested after an armed stand-off at his home.
AG opinion: Fargo meeting not illegal
BISMARCK (KFGO) - The attorney general's office has concluded that an Aug. 9 meeting attended by two of the three members of the state industrial commission was not a violation of open meeting laws. Gov. Burgum and Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem attended the meeting in Fargo with EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt. KFGO News and other media were not allowed into the meeting.
Sanford Health reports major drop in opioid pills prescribed
FARGO - Sanford Health says the number of opioid pills it prescribes has fallen by almost a quarter. Sanford started analyzing its prescribing last year to direct its response to rising opioid and heroin overdose deaths. Doug Griffin spearheaded the system's data collection as vice president and medical officer for Sanford in Fargo.
Dryer fire at Wahpeton Cargill plant
RICHLAND COUNTY, N.D. (KFGO) - Dwight, North Dakota firefighters spent much of Wednesday on the scene of a dryer system fire at the Cargill corn milling plant north of Wahpeton.? Fire crews worked to keep the flames from spreading into the duct system. The plant remains in operation.? Firefighters were called out to the plant shortly after 8 a.m
Lidgerwood man arrested after setting crucifix on fire, leading police on chase
Lidgerwood, N.D. (KFGO) - A man considered dangerous is back in the State Hospital after his arrest in southeastern, North Dakota. Thirty-nine-year-old Michael Skroch of Lidgerwood was arrested after crashing a motorcycle in a wildlife preserve following a police chase that hit speeds of 85 miles-an-hour. Sargeant County Sheriff Travis Paeper says Skroch, who he believes has mental health issues, threatened a person at a church and started a crucifix on fire.
Man assaulted with pool cue in Moorhead
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KFGO) - What began as a request to turn down the volume on a car stereo led to an assault involving a pool cue in Moorhead. Court documents say Moorhead police were called to a disturbance in Sept. 15 at 915 32nd Ave. South. The victim told police that he asked 39 year-old Hector Flores to turn down the music because his children were sleeping. The complaint says Flores got out of the vehicle with a pool cue and hit the victim across the left shoulder.
A Wynonna & The Big Noise Christmas coming to Fargo
Fargo, N.D. (KFGO) - Wynonna and the Big Noise will be bringing some holiday cheer when they come to Fargo in December. The group will be playing at Scheels Arena on Wednesday, Decemeber 13th at 7:30 p.m. Pre-sale tickets go on sale Thursday, October 26th at 10 a.m. They range in price from $25 to $59. You can find more infomation on tickets here.
Man arrested for burglary and a home invasion at north Fargo homes
FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) - A bizarre string of incidents, including a home invasion, in Fargo's Golden Ridge neighborhood Thursday night ended with one arrest. 30-year old James Dubois is accused of entering a home in the 700 bock of 25th Street North while the owner was in the process of moving and had just left. Dubois fled when the resident returned. Police set up a perimeter and searched the area, along with a k-9. They later learned Dubois managed to gain entry to another house several blocks away.
Most Popular Types Of Halloween Candy In Every State!
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The Buffalo Sauce Latte Has Officially Arrived!
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Cider Roasted Pulled Pork
This month we've been featuring some great recipes with beer in honor of the Northeast Wisconsin Craft Beer Festival coming October 7th. While I typically prefer to smoke pork butts for pulled pork, this is a great recipe for making it in the crock pot. Apple and pork are naturally delicious together, so I decided to roast the pork in an Irish cider. The recipe is simple. Put it in the crock pot before leaving for work and you'll have delicious pork for dinner.
Cider Roasted Pulled Pork
This month we've been featuring some great recipes with beer in honor of the Northeast Wisconsin Craft Beer Festival coming October 7th. While I typically prefer to smoke pork butts for pulled pork, this is a great recipe for making it in the crock pot. Apple and pork are naturally delicious together, so I decided to roast the pork in an Irish cider. The recipe is simple. Put it in the crock pot before leaving for work and you'll have delicious pork for dinner.
Beer Cheese Dip | WNCY Y100
The Northeast Wisconsin Craft Beer Festival presented by Festival Foods is coming to town, October 7th. We've been featuring recipes with Craft beer. You've got to try this beer cheese dip. 1 8oz package cream cheese 1 8oz package shredded cheddar 1 8oz package shredded mozzarella 1 cup beer 1 tsp garlic powder In a large sauce pan, melt the cream cheese over medium heat, then add the cheese, beer and garlic powder. Stir continuously as the rest melts.
Bourbon Cherry Smoked Pork Tenderloin
I love smoking pork tenderloin. It's fast cooking, and it takes on other flavors well. Here is a great version with some Door County Cherries. Start with the pork tenderloin. Rinse it with cold water and towel it dry. Then, rub it all over with yellow mustard and sprinkle liberally with your favorite rub. Â Here's mine . Set your smoker up for 230. And make sure your water reservoir is full. Smoke the pork on full smoke for about 2 hours until the internal temperature reaches 145.
Bourbon Cherry Smoked Pork Tenderloin
I love smoking pork tenderloin. It's fast cooking, and it takes on other flavors well. Here is a great version with some Door County Cherries. Start with the pork tenderloin. Rinse it with cold water and towel it dry. Then, rub it all over with yellow mustard and sprinkle liberally with your favorite rub. Â Here's mine . Set your smoker up for 230. And make sure your water reservoir is full. Smoke the pork on full smoke for about 2 hours until the internal temperature reaches 145.
Making Biscuits with Kimberly from Little Big Town
Kimberly Schlapman showing her mom's trick's for working the dough~ Then there's biscuits and gravy eat on the go
Making Biscuits with Kimberly from Little Big Town
Kimberly Schlapman showing her mom's trick's for working the dough~ Then there's biscuits and gravy eat on the go
WATCH: You Can Make Your Very Own "IT" Pennywise The Clown Cake
This person is so talented!
WATCH: You Can Make Your Very Own "IT" Pennywise The Clown Cake
This person is so talented!
Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars
For Bake Someone's Day this week, I made some Apple Cheescake bars. The recipe was from one of those little cookbooks you find in line at the grocery store. It was called Fall Baking. In a large bowl, add the cookie mix and cut in the stick of butter using a pastry knife or two butter knives. Combine until the mixture is like coarse pebbles. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the mixture, and press the rest into a greased 9x13 pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Then let cool for about 20 minutes.
Killer Bees Attack Drone!
Just be glad it was the drone and not you and your friends at the cookout!
Killer Bees Attack Drone!
Just be glad it was the drone and not you and your friends at the cookout!
Bear Cools Off In Kiddie Pool
Bear enjoys a little soak time in the pool, hey it's the best way to cool off on a summer day!
Simone Biles New Routine
Simone left the medals at home for a dentist office visit Could've been a race car driver!  I treated myself to some ice cream  after my wisdom teeth were taken out.  Thanks for sharing the video, fun!Â
Kids Say The Darndest Things
Skip to main content Your Home for Country & Fun Menu Current Song I KNOW SOMEBODY by LOCASH Current Weather (54303) 54° Kids Say The Darndest Things More From Humor
Hair On Fire Compilation
Skip to main content Your Home for Country & Fun Menu Current Song I KNOW SOMEBODY by LOCASH Current Weather (54303) 54° Hair On Fire Compilation More From Humor
Water Slide Fail! When you get stuck on a slide make sure you look behind you!
OUCH! I hope everyone's okay! Never a good thing to be caught in traffic... ON A WATER SLIDE!
Have You Seen The "Manitowoc Minute" on Funny Or Die? Funny Stuff!
Have You Seen The "Manitowoc Minute" on Funny Or Die? Funny Stuff!
A GREAT Prom-posal!
This kid is a mastermind, and he has the law on his side. Check out his very creative way he decided to ask his gal to prom. Funny!
Guy Gets Jurassic Pranked!
Can you imagine running into this on your daily run?! I think most of us would react the same way, freak out! This "dinosaur" looks so real and in the shock and panic we wouldn't even really be looking at it, just trying to get away! VIDEO
This Hissing Parrot Wants To be Like Owner
This parrot does everything his owner does, including hissing!
WATCH: Grandma Plays Magic Water Bottle Prank On Husband
Little Girls Attempt At Flirting Doesn't Go So Well
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