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My Thoughts On Father's Day – Steve Wiley

Steve Wiley — Sun, 17 Jun 2012 19:23:25 +0000

On Memorial Day, I posted a story about the veteran I was thinking about that day. It was my late father, Harold Wiley. Obviously, there’s much more to tell. Dad was left- handed. Of his 5 children, I’m the only Southpaw. He played golf right- handed & tried to teach me. I gave up in [...]

Eminem Named Most Popular Celeb Dad

Alexandra Capotorto — Sun, 17 Jun 2012 12:00:24 +0000

In a poll that we didn’t even know was being conducted, Eminem was voted the Most Popular Celeb Dad by “social network aggregator Starcount.” Now, had we known this even existed, we probably would have exhausted our efforts to make Eminem No. 1 simply because of the fact we’re still harboring all sorts of crushes on him. It’s that bad boy thing. Whatevs.

Father's Day Menu: Smoked Ribs!

JayCee — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 23:17:07 +0000

I know that Father’s Day isn’t until tomorrow, but I got a head-start on the meal that we are preparing for my dad: smoked ribs! My mom and dad had 8 kids (2 girls, 6 boys), so that makes it easy for dinner at Dad’s house on Sunday: just assign each person a dish (or [...]

Dad Is Not The Old Dude You See Around The House Anymore

CJ — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 20:19:58 +0000

There is a movement in this country to paint dad as not the old dude you see around the house. Being a dad myself, I didn't realize this was happening but as I give some thought, I think it is.

Skip the Ties — All Dad Wants for Father's Day is You

Shauna Wright — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 17:33:37 +0000

If you’re having a tough time finding a gift for Father’s Day, you’re not alone. But here’s the good news: most dads don’t want anything other than to spend a little extra time with you.

It's a 'Dad Life' – Happy Father's Day! [VIDEO]

Debbie Ray — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 09:31:00 +0000

You may remember last year's smash hit Father's Day video 'Dad's Got Moves.' Well, this year we found another one. It's called 'Dad Life.' Enjoy! Happy Father's Day!

The Perfect Father's Day Gift: A Flyboard

JayCee — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 21:12:46 +0000

Some company named 'Zapata' takes your every-day ordinary personal water craft and turns it into a machine that puts you into a league of dolphins!!

(Via Youtube)

Does Father's Day Get The Same Attention As Mother's Day? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 09:30:20 +0000

Retailers and greeting card companies would like you to think Father’s Day is just as important as Mother’s Day. Is that really the case? According to most people, the celebration of fatherhood — which was created to complement Mother’s Day — doesn’t get the same amount of attention as the original. A RetailMeNot.com poll of 1,005 [...]

I Will Miss My Dad On Father's Day

Debbie Ray — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 09:15:45 +0000

I am sure going to miss my Dad on Sunday. He was 84 years old when he died, and had lived the perfect life. At least that was what he would have said if you’d asked him. He and Mom raised two fine boys, and me. He was a retired Captain in the Fire Department, and a retired [...]

10 Great Online Stores Where You Can Buy the Perfect Last Minute Father's Day Gift

Kathy Landin — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:23:07 +0000

Wake up. Sound the alarms. Father’s Day is on Sunday. It seems like we talk about Mother’s Day for a month before it actually happens, but Father’s Day just sneaks up on us every year. If this has happened to you and you aren’t prepared with a gift, it’s not too late. It may be [...]

12 'Super Dads' and Their Kid Sidekicks for Father's Day

Justin Beck — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 09:59:30 +0000

When you’re young, “Dad” is the ultimate superhero. As we get older, this notion may begin to fade sometimes, but every once in a while when your old man throws on a cape, a mask and some unfortunately tight tights, you tend to remember that he’s always been a superhero. Here are some photos of our favorite “super dads.”

Win Your Choice of Prizes Worth $1500 in Our Father's Day Giveaway

Debbie Ray — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 12:35:19 +0000

Enter to win our Father’s Day Giveaway! Our winner can choose one of the following prizes worth $1,500:

10 Awesome TV Remote Controls for Father's Day

Townsquare Staff — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 09:33:06 +0000

Is there any home accessory more fought over than the remote control? TV-loving dads have long had to establish that they are masters of their domain by commandeering the clicker from the kids. But why should fathers settle for a remote that just changes the channels when they can have one that also opens a [...]

Father's Day In Lafayette – 'Dad's Got Moves' [VIDEO]

Debbie Ray — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 13:48:38 +0000

This really made me laugh. These guys are too funny and real! Yeah, Dad’s Got Moves! I’m sure you’ll recognize a few of the locations, as the video was filmed here in Lafayette by Crossroads Creative. Hope all Dads had a great Father’s Day!

US Birth Rate Drops For Third Straight Year

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 16:33:42 +0000

The nuclear family is shrinking. For the third-consecutive year, births in the US have decreased. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released figures showing births dropped three percent to a hair more than four million in 2010. The consistent decline comes after 2007, when the country welcomed a record 4.3 million babies. We’re [...]

How To Keep Cancer Off The BBQ Grill

CJ — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:18:33 +0000

Father's Day is this Sunday and many in the Lafayette area will be grilling. The experts at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center say that small changes to what – and how – you grill can keep cancer off the menu. Sally Scroggs, health education manager at MD Anderson’s Cancer Prevention Center recommends these tips:

How Much Will You Spend On Dad For Father's Day?

shelley — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 14:00:16 +0000

Thinking about what to get Dad for Father's Day? You have one week left to figure it out. Oh, and don't forget the card. Your sentiments inside are of equal or more value than a purchased gift.

Spending for Father’s Day is expected to reach record figures this year. The National Retail Federation says consumers will spend an average of $106.49 on Father’s Day gifts in 2011. That compares with $94.32, the projected amount spent per Dad for Father's Day in 2010.

Win $100 Partner's Gift Cards for Father's Day!

Debbie Ray — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 09:50:43 +0000

Remember to show Dad you love him and thanks for being the first number one man in your life by listening to KTDY on Thursday June 16. KTDY has teamed up with Partner’s on Arnold Blvd to give you $100 gift cards every hour during the No Repeat 9 to 5 Workday. Just listen for [...]

Sears Survey Finds 43% Of Dads Want To Do This For Father's Day

CJ — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 23:07:28 +0000

Being a Dad, I have to say, anything your children get or do for you on Father's Day is special. Heck, just spending time together has always made me happy. But if you are just not sure what to get the man who has everything, Sears has launched the ultimate “Gift Guy’d,” based on a poll of its mySears community and its Facebook followers. The more than 700 responses can help you get a better sense of what Dad REALLY wants.