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2012 Mashup by YouTube Stars [VIDEO]

Debbie Ray — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 13:50:01 +0000

YouTube invited some of its stars to appear in a mashup of the highlights of 2012. Take a look and see if you can spot all the references...

Famed Psychic Medium Blair Robertson's Predictions For 2013

CJ — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 23:52:52 +0000

Psychic Medium Blair Robertson has made his predictions for 2013. Before you go poo pooing the whole idea, let’s look at some of his past predictions that have come true. His past predictions include the Japanese 8.9 earthquake and tsunami, Whitney Houston’s death, sinking of the Costa Concordia, the train fire in India, William and [...]

Two Habits That Will Help You Lose Weight

CJ — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 20:40:20 +0000

Early January is the time of year when you start to see and hear more weight lose products advertised on radio and television, but there are two habits that will help you lose weight and stay healthy. A study found that adopting just two good habits may be all it takes to lose weight and [...]

Best Fireworks Fail Complilation (Note Language) [VIDEO]

CJ — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 23:18:22 +0000

This is a video of the best firework fails of all time. I for one could not stop laughing.As you might imagine, with videos of this nature, there is some profanity. I hope nothing like this happens to you this New Year’s. Pay close attention to the very last firework mishap, you will laugh!

Who Was Lee?

CJ — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 22:51:57 +0000

Who was Lee? Did you know him? I didn’t, but I bet many of you did. Especially if you frequent Shop Rite on Ambassador Caffery near Dulles Dr. in Lafayette.On my way into KTDY this morning, I noticed on the LED display out front of the Louisiana owned convenience store, there was a message somewhere [...]

What Does 'Auld Lang Syne' Mean?

Debbie Ray — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 16:29:24 +0000

Playing Dan Fogelberg’s ‘Same Old Lang Syne’ at the end of the New Year’s Eve edition of the Polyester Power Hour got us talking about the traditional New Year’s song and what it actually means. Do you know? Read on to find out… According to Scotland.org, ‘Auld Lang Syne’ … is one of the many [...]

This Day in History for December 31 — Times Square Celebrates, and More

Chris Chaberski — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 22:50:20 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1879: Thomas Edison demonstrates incandescent lighting to the public for the first time (more info)

1907: The first New Year's Eve celebration is held in Times Square -- then known as Longacre Square -- in New York City (more info)

Best And Worst Viral Videos Of 2012 [VIDEO]

CJ — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 02:06:56 +0000

Here is a compilation of the best and worst viral videos of 2012. 2012 was certainly a banner year for bloopers, election non-sense and the ridiculous. Best and Worst of 2012: Best Viral Videos

2012 Handbook – Rules to Live By

Debbie Ray — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:32:34 +0000

Whether you day is off to a great start or you’re already behind and you haven’t even begun, take a couple of minutes to read these ‘Rules to Live By.’ I guarantee you can use at least one of them today. I don’t know who originally wrote them, but Rebecca sent the list to me, [...]

Hello, 2012! Take Your Coat Off, Sit A Spell

JayCee — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 06:41:37 +0000

Last night I spent time with some very good friends, some very good food, and a relatively quiet evening. No crowds, no headache this morning... it was a nice, quiet evening, until I got home. I pulled into the driveway at a few seconds before midnight, so I was able to capture the 'finale' of the neighbor's fireworks display

Help With Your New Year's Resolutions

CJ — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 23:58:24 +0000

Following through on your New Year’s resolutions is not always easy, especially when you’re trying to change your lifestyle or a long-standing habit. Luckily there are plenty websites to help. The federal government has a wide variety of resources to help you fulfill those New Year’s resolutions, from saving money and losing weight to getting a better education and quitting smoking.

Eagles : Take It Easy

Debbie Ray — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 00:59:39 +0000

I was looking for a clip of Funky New Year by the Eagles and stumbled across this gem. The Eagles on Don Kirschner’s Rock Concert with Jackson Browne and Linda Ronstadt. I’m thinking 1975…? Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!

Debbie Ray — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 16:38:41 +0000

We did an informal survey of KTDY listeners and facebook friends and collected an interesting variety of 2010 Highlights. Mine included my nephew’s safe return from Iraq, the birth of a new great-niece, the announcement of 2 more on the way and, of course, the Saints Super Bowl victory! Here are some of yours: Kimberly opened her home to [...]

New Year's Eve Cam

Debbie Ray — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 05:36:32 +0000

Where will you be when the clock strikes midnight? See what others are up to with EarthCam! Watch live coverage from Times Square on New Year’s Eve. You can also check out live Webcams from across the U.S. and other locations worldwide as well as watch archived footage and images from last New Years in [...]