Share Your Fan Videos for a Chance to Meet Yadier Molina!!!

CARDINALS ANNOUNCE MOLINA #MADE4THEBEST FAN VIDEO CONTEST
Fans Encouraged to Share Videos for Chance to Meet Yadi on Field or Win One of a Dozen Molina Autographed Baseballs

ST. LOUIS, Mo., July 19, 2016 – The St. Louis Cardinals announced that they have launched the Yadier Molina #Made4TheBest Fan Video promotion to encourage fans to submit videos celebrating Molina or creatively communicating one or more of the values or themes underling Molina’s M4 apparel brand, which is available exclusively at the Official Cardinals Team Store at Busch Stadium.

“The Molina #Made4TheBest Fan Video Contest is one of the most exciting and rewarding #CardsFanFlix fan-engagement promotions we have launched,” said Ron Watermon, Vice-President of Communications for the St. Louis Cardinals. “In addition to providing a dozen valuable prizes that any fan who participates can win, this contest is a wonderful opportunity for all of our loyal fans to engage with and celebrate one of our most beloved and admired players, Yadier Molina.”

The fan that creates the best video will win the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet Molina on the field at Busch Stadium on Saturday, October 1st, as well as enjoy the game as a VIP with three friends in the President’s Box. What is more, a dozen fans who participate in the video contest will receive a Yadier Molina #Made4TheBest autographed baseball as part of Molina’s #Made4TheBest Mondays, a random drawing from the pool of video contest participants which will take place each Monday from July 25 – October 3.

To participate in the contest, fans are asked to post a video, in English or Spanish, that is two minutes in length or less that creatively celebrates Yadier Molina, demonstrates that they are the ultimate Yadi fan, or conveys one or more of the values and themes behind M4 - #Made4TheBest (being legendary in your own way, giving back, having fun, making a difference, being bold, being unique, living your passion, embracing life, being strong, showing courage and having discipline). Each Monday, one lucky fan who submitted a video, will win a baseball autographed by Yadi, with “#Made4TheBest” also inscribed on the ball by Molina. The contest runs through Monday, September 26. Fans can find out more about the contest, the M4 apparel line, view videos submitted by other fans and submit their entry at www.cardinals.com/yadi. Fans can also pick up a number of exclusive M4 apparel items at the Official Cardinals Team Store at Busch Stadium. 

The Molina #Made4TheBest Video Contest is one of several #CardsFanFlix fan engagement initiatives the St. Louis Cardinals have undertaken to encourage fans to create videos that celebrate the team. Over the last two seasons, hundreds of fans have collectively participated in the various #CardsFanFlix video engagement promotions which included two Ultimate Fan Video Contests, the High School Video Challenge, Take Me Out to the Ballgame Music Video contest, the 2015 All-Star Video the Vote promotion, the Ultimate Fan Broadcaster Contest, Greatest Postseason Moments Contest, #12inStL Fan Video Rally, and the team's 2015 season-long celebration of Red Schoendienst's incredible 70+ years in major league baseball, #LoveRed2.

The Cardinals are also currently sponsoring #STLisLou, a season-long celebration of Lou Brock and the St. Louis community that is also raising money to help children with diabetes, as well as the ongoing promotion #PlayBallLikeACardinal, a youth-focused video engagement initiative that is inspired by Commissioner Rob Manfred’s directive to encourage MLB teams to work to get more kids to play baseball.

Through the #CardsFanFlix fan engagement initiative, the St. Louis Cardinals hope to tap into the increasing trend of user-generated video content made possible by advances with mobile technology and social media. In light of the growing importance that digital content, online video, social media and mobile based entertainment play in growing the St. Louis Cardinals’ digital community, the team routinely recognizes fans for their extraordinary achievement in digitally promoting the team by awarding the Cardinals’ For Really Entertaining Digital Award (#CardsFREDaward). Fans can check out FRED award winners and nominate themselves or others at www.cardinals.com/FREDawards, and they can learn more about #CardsFanFlix and view fan created videos at www.cardinals.com/fanflix. Fans can join the conversation with #CardsFanFlix and #Made4TheBest. For more information about the Molina #Made4TheBest Video Contest, visit cardinals.com/yadi.

–STL– 

10 Reasons You Should Watch Netflix's Stranger Things

The new Netflix original series Stranger Things has probably come up on your queue once or twice, but if you're like me, you always skip past it to get to your go-to Netflix shows or movies. Even when I considered watching it, the description was so vague, that it didn't really spark my interest. Over the past few days though, it seems that I have been getting my social media feed bombarded with praises for this show. So, I took the plunge yesterday, and didn't return to the surface until I had binged watched the entire season within the same day.

Stranger Things  could be Netflix's best bit of original programming ever, and here are 10 reasons why you should dive in, and join the rest of us who have already taken the plunge.

10: The 80's

A lot of times films or shows set in the 80's only tread into the shallow end of references to the era. It's typically used to strike the nostalgia bone of audience members, but that's as far as it typically goes. While Stranger Things points to and references pop culture from the era, the fashion, music, film, and technology play a huge part in setting the tone, and also become major plot devices.

9: The References

I know. I just used shallow references to films from the era as a knock against other era films or shows, so how does Stranger Things use them differently. Often times the references to a particular film, book, or song reveal a lot of the underlying story or overarching theme of that particular episode or scene. The cheesy pop hits become quite funny and oddly appropriate when used in the context of being hunted by a monster.

8: The Music

Speaking of cheesy pop hits, all of the music is actually quite brilliant. The synth-heavy score helps add tension and dread, but at the same time feels really cool. If you're a fan of the soundtracks for Drive and The Guest, you will be in for a treat.

7: The Tropes

There's always a bad-boy looking to steal the innocence of the smart girl. There's always well intentioned, but completely oblivious parents. There's always a bully. There's always someone for the bully to bully. There's always the "fat" kid.

Yeah, Stranger Things has all of these classic 80's movie tropes, and doesn't shy away from them. At the same time, it does manage to dig a little deeper to prevent these characters from being one dimensional. Well, at least for your primary characters. The show really succeeds at making you unsure of how you are supposed to feel about certain characters. The particular standouts are the bad-boy boyfriend, and the loose cannon policeman. 

6: It feels like a modern E.T. / The Goonies

The coolest thing about Stranger Things and movies like Super 8 and The Guest, is that these were all created by people who grew up loving Steven Spielberg and John Carpenter. The inspirations are clear, and while some would call these stolen elements derivative, I'm sort of happy that they exist. In a world that is constantly trying to follow the current Marvel model and establishing franchises, it's nice to see some artists creating pieces that honor what got them interested in film and television in the first place. What does that mean for us, the audience? With Stranger Things, we are getting genre bending entertainment that could really be a genre of its own. The Goonies and E.T. did an excellent job of blending horror, drama, comedy, and coming of age tales together. In Stranger Things, we get all of that, but the horror and drama can go even darker. I really enjoyed Super 8 back in 2011, but Stranger Things might be an even more successful love letter to a particular era of film.

5: The Science Fiction

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It's a great time to be a nerd. You have your high fantasy fix in Game of Thrones. You can get your zombie fix with The Walking Dead. Star Wars and Star Trek are back in a big way, and superheroes rule the box office and television ratings. With all of these science-fiction elements infused with all of our favorite films and television shows, you think that we would be all sci-fi'd out by now. While Stranger Things might not do anything completely original, it does those things extremely well. It doesn't share a lot in common with Doctor Who in terms of content, but Stranger Things does share a tone of playfulness in the face of dire circumstances. It should also appeal to you conspiracy theorists and fans of Lost.

4: The Mystery

I started watching Stranger Things yesterday at 12:00 p.m. and had finished the entire season before 10 p.m. the same day. I needed to know what was going to happen next. The show rolls out information at a very satisfying pace. While some of the twists and turns can be a bit predictable or unoriginal, the way in which the shows achieve those reveals kept me hooked. The season doesn't quite have cliffhangers at the end, but it leaves a lot open for the future. With that being said, the season's mysteries all payoff pretty well, and have some sort of way to close this chapter of the story effectively. I desperately want season 2, but would also be satisfied if this was a standalone story.

3: The Feels

I cried a lot during my watching of Stranger Things. Though, pretty much everything makes me cry. There are some incredibly moving moments in the show. While I didn't have a crying fit at any point in the season, there were multiple moments where the show unloads tear jerking line or event, and then builds off of that for an extended teary-eyed experience. Some of the conflict feels out of place or forced, but for the most part the cast does an excellent job of forcing you to empathize for the characters. There are even a few times that you will be crying from a sad moment, but before you even get to dry your tears, a moment so uplifting will happen that may cause tears of joy. 

2: Winona Ryder's Tears

Speaking of feels, we have to give a lot of credit to Winona Ryder. Her charters "descent into madness" is portrayed wonderfully. As an audience, we probably know that she isn't completely crazy, but we understand why other characters might think so. I doubt that there is an episode in this first season where Winona Ryder isn't crying through the majority of it. Her stellar performance will surely surprise everyone; from the generation that knows her as the sweetheart from the 80's, to those who know her from Mr. Deeds, to those who know her from her shoplifting incident, and those who have never heard of her or seen her before. I'm not sure if the performance is Emmy worthy, but she should at least be part of the conversation.

1: The Kids

I don't take this lightly, and for those who know me, this is a big deal: Stranger Things has the best ensemble of kids on a television show since the kids from season 4 of The Wire. While their stories may not be as dark or as deep, we find ourselves falling in love with these kids and just hope for the best for them. They're an excellent reminder that there isn't an age minimum for being courageous and loyal. It's not hard to see yourself as one of these kids, and the ultimate sense of nostalgia isn't remembering pop culture from the 80's, but remembering that innocence and sense of wonder. Each kid plays their roll incredibly, but Millie Bobby Brown, who plays a character named Eleven, has the potential to be a huge star.

 

Well, there you have it. My 10 reasons for why you should check out Stranger Things. After you check it out, let me know what you think. Comment or tweet me @NicoSaysThings!

2016 Optimist Soccer League Registration Opens

The Poplar Bluff Optimist Soccer League is accepting registrations for youth who will be 4 years old by July 31, 2016 through age 14 as of July 31, 2016. Forms are available at the Poplar Bluff Parks and Recreation Office located at 430 North Second Street. Forms are also available online at pbosl.com or at www.poplarbluff-mo.gov/242/announcements-and-new-information. An open registration will be held on Saturday, August 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Whiteley Park. Early registration fee is $20 if received on or before August 20, 2016. Late registration fee is $25 if received after August 20, 2016. Registrations will not be accepted after August 29, 2016. Completed forms and payment may be mailed to Optimist Soccer League, P.O. Box 1364, Poplar Bluff, MO 63902 or dropped off at the Poplar Bluff Park Department. There are opportunities for coaching and sponsorship. Sponsor fee is $225. The coach's forms are available online also.

for more information, contact Soccer Commissioner Stacy Barker at 718-5289

Looming Threat of Rain Forces Briggs & Stratton to Reschedule Poplar Bluff Independence Day Festivities

With a high percentage chance of rain over the Fourth of July Weekend, Briggs & Stratton has decided to reschedule the Independence Day fireworks display to July 8, at dusk, and the Fourth of July Parade until July 9, with the line-up at 8 a.m. and parade beginning at 9 p.m.

The parade line-up will take place at Hydro Adventures in Poplar Bluff.

We will continue to update this post as news comes in.

[Per Penny McGath]

What You Should Watch While You Wait for the Next Game of Thrones Season

Season 6 of Game of Thrones ended with a bang, and now there you sit, with no idea what to do with the next year. Well luckily for you, we've compiled a list of great TV shows that you can binge watch right now!

Mr. Robot | Amazon Prime

Mr. Robot is launching its second season in July on the USA network, and it is absolutely the best show that no one seems to be talking about. Cerebral, provocative, and amazingly performed, the first season of Mr. Robot is just as compelling as AMC's big hitters and Game of Thrones. It is only a matter of time until the world is talking about how amazing actor Rami Malek truly is. The stellar writing pulls you into the show so much, that in its beginning moments you realize that we, the audience, are actually characters in the show itself. "What? That doesn't make sense." Oh, but it does, and in such a beautiful fashion. For those of you who like to develop theories, look no further. We are also getting a live talk show following each episode of season 2 as well!

Doctor Who | Amazon Prime

We know what you might be thinking, "Doctor Who is too nerdy of a show for me." Sorry to break it to you, but if you've made it this far into Game of Thrones and know who owns what sword and what that sword is made of, and how many kinds of those swords exist in the world, YOU ARE AS NERDY AS IT GETS. Doctor Who is one of the longest running shows, and for good reason. It has all of the twists and turns that you enjoy in Game of Thrones, without taking itself quite as seriously. That's not to say there aren't some extremely emotional moments, but the humor is consistent. We suggest that you start at the "fifth season" with Matt Smith and continue moving closer to recent episodes. Once you have fallen in love with the universe established in the show, it will be easier to overlook the dip in production value in earlier seasons. 

Sherlock | Netflix

Another British show? You bet! We have to admit that this won't take up too much of your time, though. Sherlock would probably fall into the mini-series category instead of your standard television show. Each "season" contains three episodes, but with the third season having an additional Christmas special. Each episode lasts about 90 minutes, and while there is an overarching story, each episode does feel like its own film. If you enjoyed the Sherlock Holmes films staring Robert Downey Jr., you are more than likely going to love this modern telling of the great detective. 

After the Thrones | HBO Now

If you didn't know, Game of Thrones has a talk show following each episode, and it's actually pretty good. With it only having started this past season, there are still some clumsy transitions from segment to segment, but it is a really great place to get your Game of Thrones fix, especially if you don't have a group of friends to discuss the show with. They often mention a few things that you might not realize after an initial watch, and can help you connect the dots pretty nicely. Game of Thrones lore can be overwhelming at times, so it's nice to know that HBO is providing a show that should assist its fans.

The Wire | HBO Now and Amazon Prime

Did you really think we were not going to mention The Wire? It's definitely not a show for everyone, but it is arguably one of the best shows of all time. Much like Game of Thrones, the lingo and characters can be hard to keep up with from time-to-time. The show is a tangled web that may be intimidating to some, and just plain boring to others, but very rewarding to those who power through. For you Game of Thrones fans, Little Finger becomes a very important character to The Wire come season 3, and you'll be glad to hear that he is not a complete creep here. If this wasn't enough to convince you, we had a podcast discussing the show at length.

This is just a short list of shows that you can check out while you wait for Season 7 of Game of Thrones. Let us know in the comments bellow if there are other shows that Game of Thrones fans should watch during this waiting period!

Rascall Flatts Coming to Jonesboro in September

Jonesboro, AR- Country music’s super group Rascal Flatts will be in Jonesboro, Arkansas on September 22 at 7:30 p.m.

 Since their musical debut in 2000, Rascal Flatts has over 22.5 million albums sold and over 28 million digital downloads and delivered 16 #1 singles to the top of the charts.  Rascal Flatts is the most awarded Country group of the past decade, earning over 40 trophies from the ACAs, ACMs, AMAs, CMAs, People’s Choice Awards and more. As one of the hottest-selling acts on tour in any genre, they’ve sold over 7 million concert tickets, and counting.

This year’s summer tour, the Rhythm and Roots Tour, will continue into the fall with new dates.  The Jonesboro show is one of the dates added to the tour and it is a performance the band is having fun with.  “It’s really important to us that each year our shows are fresh and exciting for our fans,” band member Jay DeMarcus said in a statement announcing the tour. “We put a lot of thought into how to do that this year, and mixing it up in Vegas was really fun, so we decided to continue with this new change of pace out on the road this summer. We are so pumped because no one has ever seen Rascal Flatts like this before.”

Joining Rascal Flatts in Jonesboro is Chase Bryant. Music defines Chase Bryant.  At every level and in often unexpected ways, his truths are expressed in melody, lyrics, hooks and sounds… but his reality goes even deeper than that.  Bryant’s heritage is defined by music.  His upbringing, his craft, his inspiration and his obsessions are all centered in the same – which is good – because there’s no other way to explain how a 23-year-old Texan could already be a top-flight guitar player, head-turning songwriter, RED BOW recording artist and co-producer of his debut album.

 Tickets for this exciting night of entertainment will go on-sale Friday June 24 at 10:00 a.m.  To purchase tickets in person go to the Convocation Center Central Box Office, order by phone at 870-972-2781 or 800-745-3000, or online at Ticketmaster.com. For more information regarding this show go to AStateConvo.com  

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RASCAL FLATTS

September 22 @ 7:30 PM

Doors: 6:30 PM

Ticket Prices: $73.50, $63.50, $53.50 & $43.50

*Plus Applicable Service Fees*

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, JUNE 24 @ 10 AM

 

With Special Guest Chase Bryant

 

Tickets are available at the Convocation Center Central Box Office,

charge by phone at 870-972-2781 or 800-745-3000, and online at

www.Tickets.AState.edu or www.Ticketmaster.com 

Puxico School Beta Clubs Present Bryan White

Puxico High School will be hosting a concert featuring country recording artist Bryan White on June 6th at 7pm to help the Puxico Beta Club go to nationals.

Puxico Beta Club has two young men running for president of Beta club and Junior Beta Club in New Orleans.

 For more info call Tracy Robison, director of beta club at Puxico schools, at 573-222-3107

or Kyle Dare in the superintendent's office at 573-222-3762.

Relay For Life of Butler County Team Captain Kick-Off & Packet Pick-Up

Thursday, June 2, 2016
Drop-In from 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The Bread Company, Poplar Bluff

Help us kick off 2016 Relay For Life of Butler County, Drop by and learn how to get your team get started!

Relay For Life Teams assist in aiding cancer patient's needs in Butler County and contributing to cancer research to Find a CURE!

WE NEED YOU!

We "Relay" hope you can join us to learn more about how you can get involved in the Fight against cancer. This is an opportunity to pick up everything you need for your team to Paint your World in 2016!

For more information: Please contact Community Manager,
Shanna Hayes @ 573-718-3746 or shanna.hayes@cancer.org

http://relayforlife.org/butlerpoplarbluffmo

Budweiser Clydesdales Coming to Poplar Bluff in June 2016

UPDATE (May 27, 2016): We now have the complete schedule of where to find the Budweiser Clydesdales when they come to our area. 

• Monday –  June 6, 2016 : Arrive in Poplar Bluff, MO. 
No Budweiser Clydesdales activity scheduled on arrival day.

• Tuesday –  June 7, 2016: “Meet the Budweiser Clydesdales Crew” Promotion
Location:   Castello’s Restaurant/Holiday Inn, Hwy 67 N. Poplar Bluff, MO Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm

• Wednesday-June 8, 2016: Budweiser Clydesdales eight-horse hitch authentic beer delivery
Start: Buffalo Wild Wings, Hwy 67 N. Poplar Bluff, MO. Stop: Budweiser Clydesdales will make a special visit to the VA Hospital to honor our VeteransEnd: Poplar Bluff Square-Las Margaritas parking lot . Time: 5:30-7:30pm.

• Thursday - June 9, 2016:  Private Event-No Budweiser Clydesdales activity scheduled.

• Friday –     June 10, 2016: Budweiser Clydesdales eight-horse hitch on parade.
Start:  Veterans Memorial Wall, Black River ColiseumStop: Poplar Bluff Library ”100th Anniversary” and Sacred Heart Church “125th Anniversary” End:  Black River Coliseum Time: 3:00-5:00pm.

• Saturday- June 11, 2016: Budweiser Clydesdales eight-horse hitch on parade Wappapello Lake75th Anniversary
Start: Redman Creek Area Stop: Bill Emerson Memorial Visitor Center Stop: Gate House End: Budweiser Clydesdales parade across Wappapello Lake dam. Time: 12:00-2:00pm.

• Sunday– June 12, 2016: Budweiser Clydesdales eight-horse hitch on parade
Start: Wal-Mart Neighborhood MarketStop: Three Rivers College West entrance “50th Anniversary” End: Harps Grocery Location: Shelby Road, Poplar Bluff, MO Time: 1:00-3:00 pm.

•Schedule dates and times subject to change

 

UPDATE (May 13, 2016): According to Budweiser.com, the Budweiser Clydesdales will be coming to the Poplar Bluff area from June 7 - June 12, instead of the original dates scheduled from June 3 - June 7.

Original Story (April 14, 2016): The world-famous Anheuser-Busch, Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to the Poplar Bluff area on June 3-7, 2016, to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Wappapello Lake. You, your friends, and your family will have an opportunity to see, meet, and take pictures with the iconic "living legends" as well as experience the Clydesdales Mobile Stable.

“Meet the Clydesdales and experience their legacy like never before! Learn their history, discover the tradition, and test your skills at this one-of-a-kind exhibit.

First introduced in 1933 after the repeal of Prohibition, the Clydesdales have served as a living symbol of not just Budweiser, but the unconquerable American spirit as well for over 80 years.
Famous worldwide for their appearances in parades, television broadcasts and even Presidential inaugurations, they’re now set to make their most important appearance yet – the one with you!”
— Budweiser.com

We are still waiting for more details to come in, so be sure to return to foxradionetwork.com to find out more information regarding this event and more.

Source: [Budweiser.com]

Win Tickets to See Boston and Blue Oyster Cult

Boston is celebrating their 40th Anniversary in 2016, and we want to celebrate with you by sending you to the Family Arena in St. Charles, Missouri with two free tickets on Friday, June 3, 2016!!!

All you have to do is visit our Facebook page, share this post, and comment bellow with your favorite Boston song.

We've got more than one pair to giveaway, so you've got a great chance to win! All winners must pick up tickets from our Poplar Bluff office.

Visit familyarena.com for more information about the event!

10 Things All Poplar Bluffians Know

While Poplar Bluff might not be the biggest town in the world, or have any world-famous landmarks; there are a couple of things that everyone who has spent a significant amount of time in Poplar Bluff knows about this cozy little place that we call home.

10. Lunch Traffic

It may not be difficult to get around town in the morning or late at night, but the traffic at lunch time will have you asking, "where did all of these people come from?!?" If you're trying to get from one side of town to the other for a quick lunch meeting, you might as well leave 10 - 30 minutes earlier.

9. Kids Crossing Westwood BLVD

Football season in Poplar Bluff has always been a blast, but also sort of dangerous. Thankfully, the Poplar Bluff Police Department has always done an excellent job of managing traffic and allowing Mules fans to cross back and forth between the First Baptist Church parking lot and the Poplar Bluff Junior High School. With that being said, you will have a few stragglers crossing the busy street during the game, so you Poplar Bluff drivers know to be on the lookout. 

Of course all of this will change with construction of the new high school football stadium well underway.

8. Nobody Drives the Speed Limit on PP Highway and Shelby Road

We do not condone breaking any laws of any sort, but let's be honest, if we had a dollar for every car that drives over 45 miles per hour on PP Highway and Shelby Road, we'd probably be able to payoff the cost of the new Poplar Bluff High School.

7. I know! I know, but His Name is Rocky Raider!!!

Three Rivers College's mascot does not look like any other fictional character. You'd be crazy to think he looks like anything that you have ever seen before. Why are you still watching cartoons anyways?

6. You know what your senior pictures need? Brick roads.

It never fails. Another year, another graduating class, and another flood of pictures taken on Downtown Poplar Bluff's famous brick roads. Don't worry though, you are more than welcome to take your prom pictures and engagement photos here too! 

5. Shorts on Tuesday, Snow on Thursday

The weather in Poplar Bluff, Missouri is so fickle. One day you will be struggling to breathe in 85 degrees with 99.999% humidity, and the next day you'll find yourself wearing shorts being bombarded by freezing rain.

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4. Before He was Psycho-T from UNC, He was Tyler from Poplar Bluff

Even for those in Poplar Bluff who don't pay attention to collegiate or professional basketball, we all know the name Tyler Hansbrough. Following his great high school career as a Mule, Tyler Hansbrough went on to being one of the greatest University of North Carolina Tar Heels EVER. It was there that he garnered national attention for what we already knew about his skill-set and hustle. Tyler was later drafted by the Indiana Pacers, played for the Toronto Raptors, and is currently back in North Carolina, playing for the Charolette Hornets. 

3. Don't take good Mexican Food for Granted

For a small town in Missouri, we have a spectacular selection of Mexican restaurants. For students who go away for college, eating at one of our many family owned Mexican restaurants is a must when returning home to visit the family.

Oh and Poplar Bluff really knows how to celebrate Cinco De Mayo.

2. The New Roundabout is the Best/Worst Thing to Ever Happen in PB

The intersection of Township Line and PP Highway has always been one of the most dangerous intersections to cross in the area, but now we have a new roundabout taking its place. You would think that this would make things better, and I have yet to see an accident happen... yet. I can't count how many times I have pulled up to the roundabout to see 1 of 3 things happen. 1: Drivers don't yield and just drive through. 2: Drivers never enter the roundabout. 3: Drivers stop WHILST INSIDE the roundabout to let others in.

1. The Scariest Place On Earth is the Poplar Bluff Square Parking Lot

We've all experienced it: you're going to have a lovely dinner with your friends at places like Colton's, Exotic Grill, or Las Margaritas, then you pull into the parking lot and it looks like a very uneventful demolition derby. In this parking lot, nobody appears to abide by any rules. Everyone might as well close their eyes and scream "GOOD LUCK" as they inch their cars closer and closer to the impending doom awaiting them. Okay, maybe it's not THAT bad, but next time you visit that parking lot, count how many cars you see driving through the parking spaces, cutting through the lot at an angle, or see cars driving on the "wrong side." That parking lot is the last remaining remnants of the wild west.

Written by Nico Cuevas. 
You can listen to Nico's ridiculous ramblings on his podcast Nico Says Things.
You can also follow him on Twitter @NicoSaysThings

Livestock Show Announced for 2016 Delta Fair

We are excited to announce that the Delta Fair Board has approved a Livestock Show for the 2016 Delta Fair! Yes, that's right, a Livestock Show! You can be part of the very first Delta Fair Livestock Show in over five decades! The show will be held on Wednesday, September 28, 2016, and will be open to all 4-H Clubs and FFA Chapters in Dunklin, Stoddard, and Pemiscot Counties. Animals that may be entered this year include swine, goats, lambs, poultry, and rabbits.

Swine, goat, and lamb classes are limited to market classes only. There will be no breeding classes for the 2016 Fair. Depending on participation and interest, breeding classes may be added in future fairs.

Animals must be owned by Exhibitor by June 15, 2016. Animal Nomination Forms must be turned in by July 15, 2016. Animal registration forms must be mailed (post-marked) by August 15, 2016. Any animals not nominated and/or registered by the due date will not be allowed to show or sell. NO EXPECTATIONS.

Poultry and rabbits must be registered by August 15, 2016.

The nominations and registrations are very important to us, in order to provide facilities. Also, please remember that this is our first livestock show in many years, and we are learning. Please be patient with us. We are also planning on having a premium Sale, so if anyone you know would like to be a sale supporter, please let us know the name of the business and a contact person. Exhibitors may also obtain their own premium buyers, individually.

Rules and Regulations for both the show and the sale, and Nomination and Registration Forms will be available on the Delta Fair website. (deltafairfun.com)

We are very excited about this addition to the Delta Fair. We are looking forward to bringing back the tradition from years ago.

Should you have any questions, you may contact any Delta Fair Board Ag Committee Member, or Dale McClelland at 870-240-6437

Sincerely,
Delta Fair Board Ag Committee

The Best Local News Moment of the Year Goes to this Jacksonville Jaguars Fan

The Jacksonville Jaguars are had one of, if not the best drafts compared to the other NFL teams in 2016. After nabbing some of the best players in this year's draft, News4Jax went to the streets of Jacksonville to dig up fan reactions, but what they got instead was pure viral gold.

Cubs Suffer Warren G's Awful Rendition of 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game'

Warren G, who you might remember from 1994's 'Regulate' featuring Nate Dogg, was the Chicago Cubs' special guest on Friday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Warren G's time at Wrigley Field started out strong, but ended in a whimper. Luckily, Chicago Cubs fans are used to that sort of thing!

He threw the first pitch.

That went pretty well.

Then in the seventh inning stretch, he treated the Cubs and their fans to his rendition of 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game.' That didn't go as well... like... at all.

Family Task Force Hosting Victory Rally 2016 at Black River Coliseum

Mission: To provide hope and resources to save lives of individuals and families who are dealing with addictions.

Family Task Force is hosting Victory Rally for our community and the entire Southeast region. There will be 15-20 non-profit recovery organizations represented. Each organization will have a booth with information about their recovery program. At the beginning of the event, people will be encouraged to go around to all the booths to gain knowledge of programs. They will then know that there are resources in their area and also gain knowledge of recovery programs. Individuals that have gone through recovery programs will be sharing how they overcame their addictions.

There will be both addiction recovery programs and local maintenance programs that will be represented through their booths and also, through sharing their stories.

Victory Rally 2016 will take place at the Black River Coliseum in Poplar Bluff, Missouri on May 14, 2016, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Free admission and food.
Live bands
Drama/Dance
Giveaways
Activities
Testimonies
Preaching and teaching God's Word

Here are just a few of the programs that will be represented
John 3:16
Restoration House
Crossroads
Teen Challenge
Shepherd's Fold
John 3:16 Graduate Program
Fellowship of Acceptance
Breaking Bonds
Celebrate Recovery
Butterfly Ranch
Recycling Grace
Agape House
John 3:17

For more information visit facebook.com/victoryrally2016

 

Listen Now: Blink 182's First Single Since Tom Delonge Departure

Many pop-punk fans were shocked when guitarist Tom Delonge announced his leaving of Blink 182. Just as many fans were surprised to see that bassist Mark Hoppus, and drummer Travis Barker, continued to perform under the Blink 182 banner. Joining Blink 182, and replacing founding member Tom Delonge, is Matt Skiba, frontman of Alkaline Trio.

The guys of Blink 182 did not hesitate to announce that they would be working on a new record. Now it appears that we don't have to wait too much longer, with the release of their first single since the departure of Tom Delonge.

'Bored to Death" is the first single off of the upcoming album "California."

Our take on the single: It sounds like Blink 182. That's not a bad thing. It is strange not hearing Tom's voice, whether it be lead vocals or harmonies. It's not a ground breaking single by any means, but Blink 182 was never really known for their musicality outside of Travis Barker's drumming prowess. With that being said, blink 182 is known for their catchy song writing, and "Bored to Death" delivers on that. It has a nice sound that is partially reminiscent of their self-titled record in 2013, as well as some modern pop-punk/powerpop drive that will please fans of more modern acts like Fall Out Boy and the like. With The Starting Line and Blink 182 releasing new music in 2016, everything is right in the world of pop-punk.

'Punisher' Series Officially Ordered by Netflix

Jon Bernthal's portrayal of Frank Castle/The Punisher is inarguably the best part of Netflix and Marvel's Daredevil season 2, and we are going to get more of him!

The Punisher is getting his own Netflix series, and Jon Bernthal will be reprising his role.

While rumors regarding the spin-off have been swarming since last summer, it is now official that Marvel and Netflix will be teaming up yet again.

Writer and executive producer Steve Lightfoot, of the critically acclaimed Hannibal television series, will be The Punisher's showrunner.

“For me, the complexity and unpredictability of Frank Castle make him an incredibly compelling character and I couldn’t be more excited to dive into his world," says Lightfoot in a statement. "After watching Jon’s performance in Marvel’s Daredevil I could not be more excited to be working with him to further develop and progress the story of this anti-hero in a show of his own.”

Marvel and Netflix are expected to make a formal announcement later Friday, April 29, 2016.

Here is the first promotional teaser released for the newly ordered series:

[via EW, IGN]