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My Mom Read My Introduction–and Now I Have to Explain Something

A.J. — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:32:21 +0000

You like my picture? It was the closest thing that I could find to my old singing days. In my first blog, I said " (I) sang through most of my school days because my mother made me…although I never thought I was very good." Of course right after the blog was posted, my mother had to comment about it on Facebook and now I thought I should briefly clarify.

I Shopped for New Releases Today–Not Much Out There

A.J. — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:30:40 +0000

It's Tuesday once again, but I am not really excited about any of the movies that were released for the week of May 21st. My wife on the other hand, as well as most women I know, are excited about True Blood season 5.

Calling All Gardeners! Help Me Name This? What Is It?

Faith Martin — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:23:56 +0000

I've been looking at plants to plant on my back hill for ground cover so I don't have to mow. I've been considering Lavender, Black Eyed Daisies and some other flowers to plant there as well.. But, in my minds eye, I kept seeing THIS!

And I couldn't find it anywhere or explain to the nurseries what I was looking for until I saw it at BookWalter Last night! I think it's beautiful and appears to grow in quite thick.

You Think You're Having a Bad Day? …He's Losing His Manhood Today!!

Faith Martin — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:36:51 +0000

My beautiful Rhodesian Ridgeback Pup is going under the knife today. I’m a huge advocate of spaying and Neutering pets, as there are just way too many without homes. But, at the same time, I feel a little sad for him. Testosterone, gives him strength, a protective attitude and strong bones and body mass. There [...]

Walla Walla's Dunham Cellars Co-Owner Loses Battle With Cancer

Stacy Lee — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:13:52 +0000

Sad news came across my desk this morning. Mike Dunham, co-owner of Dunham Cellars, passed away at his home, Saturday, May 18th surrounded by his family and close friends, after a courageous 4-year battle with Renal Cell Carcinoma. Viewing & visitation will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2013 from 12:00 pm until 7:00 pm [...]

Thankful to Live in the Northwest

A.J. — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:39:17 +0000

As I was laying next to my daughter trying to get her to go to sleep, I checked the news on my phone and caught more details about the tornadoes in Oklahoma. It was strange to lay there and think how for hundreds of families, tonight was so very different for them then for me. These families were living there worst possible nightmare, many reports of children dying, families being torn apart, and communities being destroyed. Living in the Northwest my whole life, the worst disasters I remember are St. Helens and an occasional ice storm.

Veteran Reporter Has Emotional Breakdown While Covering Oklahoma Tornado

Donald Deane — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:33:56 +0000

Dozens of people including children were killed after a massive tornado tore a swath of destruction through an area outside Oklahoma City yesterday. In fact, it was such a terrible scene that local KFOR reporter Lance West broke down while reporting the news. The Emmy-winning newsman was on the scene reporting on how children were [...]

Watch One of the Craziest Car Crashes You'll Ever See

Big Jim — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:59:24 +0000

Dash-cam footage of a deadly car crash in Russia is making the rounds online. According to one report, it happened on Sunday, but the time-stamp on the video says May 13th. Basically, a minivan lost control, crossed the road, and hit a ditch that ramped it WAY up in the air. The driver reportedly died [...]

Washington Pig Farmer Feeds His Animals Marijuana

Guadalupe Angeles — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:39:29 +0000

A pig farmer and butcher in Seattle is feeding his pigs Marijuana. He receives all of the root bulbs, stems, and leaves from Top Shelf Organic, a medical marijuana dispensary. William von Schneidau said it doesn't really add seasoning and there's no reason to believe people can get a buzz from it, but he claims the meat is more red and savory.

'Bates Motel' Season 2: Will Norman Go Full 'Psycho'?

Kevin Fitzpatrick — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:22:50 +0000

'Bates Motel's first season has come to a close with tonight's finale episode "Midnight," and never has it been more apparent that Norman Bates (Freddie Highmore) has a dark future in front of him. The series won't return until 2014, but what can we expect from Norman's dark turn at the climax of tonight's finale? What major story arcs will dominate season 2? Get the inside scoop on future 'Bates Motel' from showrunner Carlton Cuse himself inside!

Watch These Animals Who Love Playing in Sprinklers — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:00:47 +0000

[onescreen item="5074995"] Anyone who’s seen their dog try to drink all the water shooting out of a sprinkler knows just how mesmerizing some animals find those machines. We don’t blame them. One of the great joys of being a kid in the summertime is running through sprinklers. And there are so many different ways to [...]

Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado in Photos

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:53:54 +0000

A massive tornado touched down just south of Oklahoma City on Monday, killing dozens.

At least seven of those killed were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. The twister, which measured 2 miles at one point, has been given a preliminary classification of an EF-4 tornado (winds of 166 to 200 mph), according to weather officials.

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

Did You Hear About the Hooters Waitress Who Sued Employer Over Yoda Doll? [PHOTO]

Guadalupe Angeles — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:20:29 +0000

Apparently this occurred in 2002, but I saw it on Facebook this week, and just had to share. A Hooters restaurant in Florida promised a “Toyota” to the winner of an employee contest to sell the most beer in a month. Jodee Berry, 26 at the time, won and was blindfolded and brought out to [...]

HELLO 98.3 LISTENERS!

A.J. — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:44:51 +0000

First, let me introduce myself, my name is Aj. I am the new guy on The Key from 10am to 3pm weekdays. Some of you already know me from my old job, but i may be new to a lot of you. For the last 8 years I have lived in Tri Cities and managed a local radio station that you might have heard of

Where Is 'Bates Motel' Filmed?

Stacy Lee — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:02:05 +0000

I interviewed Nestor Carbonell – the actor who plays Sheriff Alex Romero in A&E’s “Bates Motel” — and asked him where they film the show. Even though the story takes place in a fictional town in Oregon, the Alfred Hitchcock set was re-created in a remote area south of Langley, British Columbia. The area, [...]

OMG! I Can't Believe I Ate the Whoe Thing!!

Faith Martin — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:54:12 +0000

Do you ever have a craving, you just can’t shake? For 3 days, I’ve been craving a NUTRAGEOUS bar! And for 3 days I’ve talked myself out of it, reminding myself that it’s fattening, unhealthy, and NOT WORTH IT! Well, today I’m at work, and I just knew..I can’t concentrate until I eat a Nutrageous! [...]

Stacy Lee Becoming an Artist With Help From 'Brushes & Bottle!'

Faith Martin — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:36:35 +0000

I have wanted to do this for so long! But I’m on the air during the week about the time they begin around 5:30pm. They hold these events at different locations around Tri-Cities. Usually at a winery. It’s called “Brushes & Bottle” Stacy has taken two classes already and loves it! She made these two [...]

Play Our Father's Day Game to Win Dinner for 10 at Fujiyama in Kennewick!

Big Jim — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:50:17 +0000

Fill in the blank to be entered to win Father’s Day dinner for 10 at Fujiyamas: Even though my dad made me _____________, I still think he deserves this dinner. Keep it family-friendly and have fun. Feel free to play multiple times but you’ll only be entered once. The game ends 11:59 p.m. June 9. [...]

See the Art I Painted at 'Brushes & a Bottle' [PHOTOS]

Stacy Lee — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:25:50 +0000

“Brushes & a Bottle” is a new local business. For $40 you get an art lesson from Rachel and all the supplies you need to paint while drinking wine! When my girlfriends said wine was involved I said, “I’m in!” Check out my photos. She’s a local woman who was looking to make some more [...]