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UHV Graduates Make More Money in Texas

Adam West — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:02:57 +0000

Everybody know that a college education is more often the road to a good career, and a decent income, but did you know that some of the highest first-year earners graduated from University of Houston-Victoria? According to a new study, out of 37 public universities in the state, grads from UHV had the fourth-highest median [...]

Steak 'N Shake Server Gets a Whopping 7,000% Tip

Emerald Catron — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:50:43 +0000

CeCe Bruce had been working at a Steak n’ Shake in Indiana for two years when she received the tip of a lifetime. After watching Bruce deal with some rude customers, a regular tipped $446 on her $5.96 check — that’s a 7,000 percent tip. The customer, who would rather maintain a low profile, does [...]

Dee Snider to Al Gore: 'Don't Throw Stones'

Michael Gallucci — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:38:19 +0000

Dee Snider recently appeared on Joy Behar's 'Say Anything' TV show, and he had a few choice words for former vice president Al Gore, whose ex-wife Tipper led a crusade against Snider's music back in the '80s. "I was stunned and very happy," the Twisted Sister frontman said of the Gores' 2011 divorce. "They went after me big-time in the '80s, pointing a lot of fingers."

The Museum of Sex in NY — Go Here

Jackie Mancini — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:06:58 +0000

Located on Fifth Avenue in lower Manhattan, the Museum of Sex is uh, pretty much what it sounds like. Believe it or not, New York was not the first place to have a sex museum. Way back in mid-18th century Italy, the Museo Borbonico was built near Naples in order to house (read: hide) sexually [...]

Michigan State Yanks Football Scholarship From Recruit For Being a Potty Mouth Rapper

Wes Glinsmann — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:03:35 +0000

A promising football star has had his scholarship offer revoked, leaving him plenty of time to pursue his true calling as a rapper. Jay Harris, a star receiver from the Philadelphia area, signed a letter of intent in February to play football at Michigan State but the Spartans recently revoked his scholarship offer after his [...]

Neil Young, Furthur + Black Crowes Slated for 2013 Interlocken Festival

Dave Lifton — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:03:08 +0000

The inaugural Interlocken Music Festival will take place Sept. 5-8 at Oak Ridge Farm in Arrington, Va. Between the lineup and the credentials of the organizers, it could possibly be one of the main events of the summer for lovers of jam bands. Although the full lineup has yet to be announced, Neil Young and [...]

Huntress Unleash New Song Co-Written by Motorhead's Lemmy Kilmister

Chad Childers — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:01:53 +0000

Huntress are ready to take things to the next level and helping send them on their way is Motorhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister. The legendary musician recently spent time co-writing a new track with the band called 'I Want to F--- You to Death' that will appear on Huntress' forthcoming album, 'Starbound Beast.'

What the #@$&!? is Wrong With Texas? We Should Be At the Top of this List!

Adam West — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:00:13 +0000

Everything is bigger here in Texas, and we're awfully proud of the ways in which we lead the nation, but according to a new survey, we don't swear enough. Frankly, this survey surprises me, because everyone I know in the Lone Star State curses like a sailor.

It seems that the people in the state of Ohio use more colorful language than the rest of the nation.

NBC's 'The Office' Says Goodbye With Help From Guns N' Roses, Motley Crue + Motorhead

Chad Childers — Sat, 18 May 2013 02:15:27 +0000

After nine seasons, 'The Office' closed up shop last night (May 17), but not without giving the cast of characters a hard-rocking send off. The finale centered around a pair of events -- Dwight and Angela's wedding and the shooting of DVD bonus content for the documentary -- with the office co-workers reuniting a full year after the series penultimate episode. As expected for a series finale, there were a number of poignant moments, and luckily for rock fans they were soundtracked by some harder rocking favorites.

As I Lay Dying Singer Tim Lambesis' Lawyer Says Steroids to Blame in Murder-for-Hire Plot

Chad Childers — Sat, 18 May 2013 01:36:21 +0000

As I Lay Dying frontman Tim Lambesis returned to the Vista Superior Court Friday (May 17) for a bail hearing relating to his alleged-murder-for-hire plot against his estranged wife and more details about the case were revealed in the process.

Prom-Bound Seniors Stop Limo to Save Car Crash Victims

Emerald Catron — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:39:15 +0000

A group of teens had a legendary prom night, for a rather unusual reason. They didn’t set a new high school keg stand record — they stopped on the way to the dance to rescue some people who were in a car accident. The group of 20 students, dressed in gowns and tuxedos, were riding [...]

As I Lay Dying Drop Off Killswitch Engage Tour; Darkest Hour + The Word Alive Added to Bill

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:08:22 +0000

Following As I Lay Dying vocalist Tim Lambesis' recent arrest on murder-for-hire charges, the metalcore act has chosen to vacate their support position on Killswitch Engage's North American summer tour. With As I Lay Dying pulling out of the tour, it has just been announced that AILD's spot has been filled by Darkest Hour along with Arizona metalcore act the Word Alive. Previously announced acts on the bill include Miss May I and Affiance.

AC/DC Show Support for Bon Scott Hometown Statue

Billy Dukes — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:00:21 +0000

Supporters of a plan to raise money for a statue of Bon Scott in his hometown of Kirriemuir, Scotland received a big boost recently when AC/DC put their weight into the project with a post on their official website. The campaign is looking to raise over $75,000 (50,000 pounds) before June 5. As of today (May 16), they're one-third of the way there.

Houston Mom in Running for Worst Mom in the World for Putting Three-Year-Old Son Up for Adoption on Craigslist

Adam West — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:04:03 +0000

Craigslist is a great resource for meeting people and buying and selling almost anything. But when it comes to giving away children, there are probably better ways. That didn't stop a Houston, Texas woman from offering her three-year-old for adoption on the service, however.

San Antonio Cranks it Up in NBA Playoffs: Spurs Beat Warriors, 94-82, Advance To Western Conference Finals

Adam West — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:51:34 +0000

The San Antonio Spurs decided they wanted to finish off the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Playoffs, and managed to do just that last night, 94-82. Details below. Tim Duncan scored 19 points and teammate Kawhi Leonard added 16 points and 10 rebounds, as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Golden State Warriors, 94-82, [...]

Deep Purple Steve's Morse Opens Up About 'NOW What?!'

Ken Kelley — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:30:41 +0000

Deep Purple guitarist Steve Morse recently chatted with Something Else with respect to the group’s new album ’NOW What?!’ as well as his place in Deep Purple’s history. ‘NOW What?!’ is the classic rock band’s first studio record since 2005 and is the fifth Deep Purple record on which Morse has performed. Despite the guitarist wanting to stay [...]

What the…? Man Burns Down Neighbor's House Because He Didn't Cut His Lawn

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:25:09 +0000

If you have good neighbors, consider yourself lucky. Police have arrested Phillip Roger Bennett, 58, of Cartersville, Georgia, after he tried to burn down a neighbor’s house as a punishment for not mowing the lawn. Bennett had reportedly been up in arms because his neighbor across the street, Marty Corbitt, had let his front lawn [...]

Waitress Gets Fired for Insulting Police on Facebook

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:20:31 +0000

Looks like someone didn’t get the memo that what you post on Facebook can be seen by lots of people—and some of them may not like it very much. Ashley Warden, formerly a waitress at a Chili’s in Oklahoma, posted to Facebook a picture of three sheriff’s deputies and wrote the following message: “Stupid cops [...]

Metallica Pinball Machine Revealed in New Video

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:10:58 +0000

Holy balls! One of the fabled Metallica pinball machines has finally been revealed in full. In a new video posted by Stern Pinball, the entire machine is explained and showcased, with a ton of Metallica tracks and references ripe for the paddling. Metallica revealed last month that custom pinball machines were in the works. The [...]

This Weekend in Sports: The Preakness Stakes and NASCAR All-Star Race

Joe Student — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:05:13 +0000

The second leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown and NASCAR’s All-Star event highlight the upcoming sports calendar. Here’s what to watch this weekend: Friday, May 17 NHL Playoffs: Game 2 — Ottawa Senators at Pittsburgh Penguins Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh; 7:30 p.m. (ET) on NBC Sports Network Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Brenden Morrow lead [...]