107.9 The River

You Have the Power To Control How You Feel

Doc Shutts — Sat, 25 May 2013 04:19:01 +0000

There’s times when the simple stuff of everyday can get me down. What I have to realize is that I’m the one who controls how I feel that morning, that afternoon, even that evening. Always remember attitude is everything! You have the power to control how you feel. According to Rev. Charles Swindoll, the longer [...]

'American Idol' Adds Jennifer Hudson as a Judge With More Superstar Alums on the Way?

Nick Romano — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:02:46 +0000

It was recently revealed that the folks behind 'American Idol' were planning to wipe their entire judges table clean and start anew admist plummeting ratings. But with the series at a personal all-time low, could a past 'Idol' standout reinvigorate it? It's been revealed that former contestant and Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson has signed on as judge for the next season.

'Fast and Furious 6′ Review

Mike Sampson — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:31:56 +0000

'Fast Five' attempted - and quite successfully I might add - a reboot of sorts for the entire 'Fast and Furious' franchise, turning a series of movies about car racing into one exciting heist film. It was big and brash and sweaty and a complete success. So where do you go from there? 'Fast and Furious 6' attempts to answer that question by adding an -er suffix to all those adjectives above. Bigger, brasher, sweatier.

'Fast and Furious 6' is like 'Fast Five' on nitrous - director Justin Lin hits that proverbial turbo boost to go bigger, faster, stronger - and at times, that is a great thing. But when the NOS runs out, the drag race just turns into a drag.

I-5 Bridge Collapses in Washington's Skagit River, Sending Cars and Drivers Into the Water [PHOTOS, VIDEOS]

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:43:26 +0000

A bridge collapse in Mount Vernon, Washington on Thursday miraculously resulted in no fatalities. The Interstate-5 Bridge went tumbling in the Skagit River below, causing three people to spill into the water and go to the hospital. Dan Sligh was in his car with his wife when the bridge came tumbling down. He explained what [...]

10 BBQ Fails to Avoid on Memorial Day

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 24 May 2013 18:14:52 +0000

Got any Memorial Day plans? Maybe you’re heading to a parade and dressing up in those American flag shorts (guilty). Or perhaps heading to the public pool to kick off swimming season is more your style. Whatever you do, there’s one Memorial Day staple that all Americans must experience on Monday— the BBQ. While barbecuing [...]

David Lee Roth Flexes Action-Hero Muscles in New Short Film

Jeff Giles — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:51:29 +0000

This is one of the cool things about being David Lee Roth: If you feel like starring in a five-minute movie about an anonymous hitman who drinks milk and kicks butt, you don't need to wait for someone else to offer you the part.

25 Years Ago: Van Halen's 'OU812′ Album Released

Jeff Giles — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:02:00 +0000

Changing lead singers midstream tends to have an adverse effect on most rock bands, but after original vocalist David Lee Roth left Van Halen in 1985, the group topped the charts with their next album, 1986's '5150.' Two years later, they released their eighth LP, 'OU812' -- and the hits kept right on coming.

Paul McCartney Writes Letter of Support for Jailed Russian Punk Rocker

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:18:28 +0000

Paul McCartney has written an open letter of support for one of the jailed members of the Russian punk group Pussy Riot. The former Beatle sent handwritten letters to officials in charge of the woman’s case. After her request to attend her own parole hearing was turned down by Russian officials, Maria Alyokhina announced she would [...]

Bruce Springsteen Fan Documentary Opens in July

Jeff Giles — Fri, 24 May 2013 15:33:47 +0000

After all these years, a person could be forgiven for thinking there isn’t a new angle from which to approach a book or film about Bruce Springsteen‘s music and career. But they’d be wrong, as the new documentary ‘Springsteen & I’ proves. Produced by filmmaker Ridley Scott, whose directorial efforts include ‘Alien’ and ‘Blade Runner,’ [...]

Billy Joel Clears Up DUI, Bankruptcy Rumors

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 24 May 2013 14:49:17 +0000

Billy Joel opens up about a lot of things in a new interview with The New York Times Magazine, including dating, not writing any new pop songs and Elton John's "mom hair." But he also addresses two subjects the tabloids have mostly focused on since Joel stopped making pop records two decades ago: his drinking and the state of his finances.

Former Cowboys Step Up to Help Renovations to UW's AA

KOWB Staff — Fri, 24 May 2013 14:40:24 +0000

The renovation of the University of Wyoming’s Arena-Auditorium has received a great deal of support from a special group of individuals over the past several weeks. That special group is made up of former Cowboy basketball players who have offered their financial support through generous donations.

The 18th Annual Kids Fishing Day Event Is Set For June 1 In Casper

Associated Press — Fri, 24 May 2013 12:09:59 +0000

CASPER, Wyo. (AP) — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department and the Community Recreation Foundation are hosting the event. It will be held from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Harry Yesness Pond at 4100 SW Wyoming Boulevard. The event is free and is for children ages 14 and under. It coincides with Free Fishing [...]

Watch These People Using the Grill Wrong — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:09 +0000

[onescreen item="5076456"] Memorial Day weekend is a big weekend for grilling, so it’s time for a refresher on what exactly not to do with your grill. It seems unnecessary to remind people that grills are dangerous. They contain fire, which, as everyone should know, can burn you. Be very careful with lighter fluid. Don’t try [...]

1.5m For Space Flight With Leonardo DiCaprio

Doc Shutts — Fri, 24 May 2013 03:44:43 +0000

So if I have a lot of disposable income what would I spend it on? Not a space flight with Leonardo DiCaprio. But according to News Republic some one wants to go into space with him. A trip into space with Leonardo DiCaprio has sold for $1.5 million. A seat beside the ‘Great Gatsby’ actor [...]

Sisters Mourning Mother's Death Kicked Out of Mall for Wearing Anti-Cancer Hats

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 24 May 2013 01:55:08 +0000

It may sound crazy, but showing just how much they despise cancer got three sisters booted from a mall. Zakia Clark and Tasha Clark were at the King of Prussia Mall in Pennsylvania last weekend with their other sister, shopping for dresses to wear to their mother’s funeral after she passed away from breast cancer. [...]

Sting's Daughter Earns Rave Reviews in New Movie

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 24 May 2013 00:45:33 +0000

Mickey Sumner, Sting's daughter, has been racking up some great reviews for her role in the new indie movie 'Frances Ha.' The 29-year-old Sumner -- whose mom is Sting's longtime wife, movie producer and actress Trudie Styler -- gets second billing in the film behind star Greta Gerwig, indie movies' latest It Girl.

45 Years Ago: Small Faces' 'Ogdens' Nut Gone Flake' Album Released

Dave Swanson — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:51:30 +0000

In May of 1968, the Small Faces released their final LP, ‘Ogdens’ Nut Gone Flake’ — putting an exclamation point at the end of their short, but stimulating sentence of a career. Though the Small Faces’ legend has grown over the years, the truth is that between 1965 and 1969, the band’s recorded output was [...]

The NBA's Top 5 Plays of the Day: May 22th

DJ Nyke — Thu, 23 May 2013 22:58:07 +0000

One game of NBA Playoff action, Indiana Pacers vs. Miami Heat, and here are the top 5 plays of the evening.

At #5, Chris "Birdman" Andersen's put back baby dunk on a LeBron James miss.

#4, the Pacers' Paul George goes up, over and around a few different Heat players to get his slamma jamma in there

Ann Wilson and Joe Walsh Top Guest List on New Album by Microsoft Co-Founder

Michael Gallucci — Thu, 23 May 2013 22:55:05 +0000

Ann Wilson and Joe Walsh are among the classic rock stars who’ve been tapped to play on the debut album by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen and his group the Underthinkers. The album, ‘Everywhere at Once,’ will be released on Aug. 6. The record will also include contributions from Wilson’s Heart bandmate and sister Ann, Chrissie Hynde, Derek Trucks, Roger [...]

Wyoming Workforce Warns of Possible Job Search Scam

Erin — Thu, 23 May 2013 22:46:03 +0000

If you or someone you know is in the market for a new job, be aware of potential employers asking for money, checking account info or requirements of purchases! You should never have to pay or purchase items to become employed. [button href="http://www.wyomingworkforce.org/news/Pages/Warning---Possible-Job-Search-Scam.aspx" title="Click HERE to see warning" align="center"]