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Lost, Blind Dog Finds Way Back To Family In Time For Christmas

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 20:45:40 +0000

When Abby, an eight-year-old mixed breed dog that belonged to the Grapengeter family of Fairbanks, Alaska went missing on December 13th there wasn’t much hope for a happy reunion. Not only was Abby on her own in negative 40 degree weather, but she was blind. The family, which includes three children under the age of ten had, [...]

Katy Perry Tweets Picture of John Mayer in Santa Costume

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 17:08:57 +0000

Ho ho ho! John Mayer is so much more than a cad with a big mouth when it comes to relationships. The singer-songwriter and guitarist is also a great role player.

His GF Katy Perry tweeted a picture of him in a Santa Claus costume -- giving off a sly grin in place of the furry white beard -- on Christmas.

Kelly Clarkson Visits Sick Kids for Christmas

Megan Pacella — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 17:00:17 +0000

Always one to use her singing talents for the greater good, Kelly Clarkson stopped by Monroe Carrell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt on Dec. 21 to spread some holiday cheer. Clarkson sang a few songs and celebrated the season with patients and staff at the hospital in her hometown of Nashville.

Skateboarding Santa Dog Is Here to Save Christmas

Emerald Catron — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 18:15:24 +0000

Does it seem like no matter how much cognac you put in your eggnog, you just can’t seem to get into the Christmas spirit? Maybe you should try watching this video. It’s significantly more cute, with and causes zero hangover. We just want to thank the random stranger in Japan who decided to dress their [...]

30 Gifs to Get You in the Christmas Spirit

Emerald Catron — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 15:30:06 +0000

Here. Have these Christmas gifs. Consider it a gift. Or forget we made that terrible joke. Your choice. Happy Holidays!

Taylor Swift's 'Never Grow Up' Featured in Heartwarming Walmart Christmas Commercial

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 18:00:42 +0000

Taylor Swift's contemplative ballad 'Never Grow Up' provides the soundtrack for one of the cutest and most heartwarming commercials of the Christmas season. The spot, a promo for Walmart, captures the euphoria of Christmas morning for children, along with the innate joy of opening presents and spending time with family.

Blake Shelton Designs Special Christmas Gift for Miranda Lambert

Megan Pacella — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 13:00:01 +0000

Blake Shelton isn't the kind of guy who goes to the mall to buy his wife a few sweaters for Christmas. Instead, the popular country crooner tuned in to his creative energies to design a piece of jewelry that will appeal to Miranda Lambert's animal-loving side.

10 Unusual Historical Events That Happened During Christmas

Carl Pettit — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 22:08:18 +0000

Everyone knows Christmas Day is all about tearing open presents, spending time with loved ones, gorging on lots of good food and celebrating the holiday spirit in general. Even though most of us have got the holiday thing down by now, some folks out there might not be aware of some of the unusual and history-making events marking Christmas Day and Christmas Eve in the past.

Taylor Swift Will Be Tan for Christmas

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 22:00:45 +0000

Taylor Swift's nonstop promotional schedule for her best-selling 'Red' album will continue right up until Christmas. The 'I Knew You Were Trouble' singer has been in Australia to promote the album, but she will make it back to the States in the nick of time to celebrate Christmas Day at home. But since Christmas falls during the Aussie summer, Swift was able to soak up some rays -- albeit accidentally.

Robert & Erin's Rules for Regifting

Robert and Erin — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 15:00:36 +0000

You don't want to be seen as the loser at Christmas giving presents that other people gave you! Check out our tips.

Our Pets Get in the Christmas Spirit [PHOTOS]

Robert and Erin — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 14:24:53 +0000

Brussells Griffon pups spray painted green look just like the Grinch...this has to be the cutest Christmas doggie photo ever!!

Holiday Food Recipe: Coconut Flan

Steve King — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 21:31:00 +0000

My grandmother, God rest her soul, loved flan. While I never was lucky enough to experience her making flan, I have always enjoyed it as I have lived in the Western part of the USA, so it was always part of the holidays for me. FLAN INGREDIENTS 2 can(s) 13.5 ounces (each one) coconut milk [...]

What's It Like to Make 9,000 People in Bossier City Cry? Ask Trans-Siberian Orchestra's Chloe Lowery

Justin Massoud — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 19:43:56 +0000

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra brought its festive melange of Christmas music to Bossier's CenturyLink Center last night. Al Pitrelli and company sufficiently rocked the audience, but singer Chloe Lowery made them cry.

A List of Shreveport and Bossier Churches Holding Christmas Masses

Amanda Currier — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 17:20:43 +0000

The holiday spirit is fully upon us in Shreveport and Bossier City. Thankfully, there are plenty of churches in the area where you can celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.

Christmas Present Fantasy Versus Reality

Emily V. Gordon — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 15:37:59 +0000

Every year, hours are spent scouring the Internet and local stores for the perfect present that will change somebody's life, be the material representation of true friendship, and bring joy to humanity. Every year, that never happens. Every year, the unwrapping of gifts is an occasion met with dread. Every year, it's gift cards for everyone, and here's why.

Holiday Food Recipe: Chocolate Cherry Drops

Steve King — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 21:00:07 +0000

One thing that I have been remiss in mentioning this Christmas has been anything with Cherries. How dare me! One of the fun foods to have are the Chocolate Cherry Drops. A lot of ingredients (yes, the majority is chocolate) and the taste is amazing. Ingredients: 1 cup chocoalte graham cracker crumbs 1 cup mini [...]

See the Cast of 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' Then and Now

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 19:18:50 +0000

The origins of ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ were in a poem Tim Burton wrote in 1982. Disney became interested in the tale about a skeleton from a place called Halloween Town who tries to take over Christmas, but worried that the plot was “too dark and scary” for little kids. But as Burton’s success grew, Disney decided they [...]

Al Pitrelli & Trans-Siberian Orchestra Rock the KVKI Studio Live

Robert and Erin — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 17:18:07 +0000

"Imagine when he gets a big room to sing in!" That's how Trans-Siberian Orchestra founder and guitarist Al Pitrelli summed up a stunning live studio performance by Englishman Nathan James this morning on 96.5 KVKI.

Pitrelli and James were joined by vocalists Chloe Lowery and Andrew Ross, each knocking out shortened versions of their featured songs in Trans-Siberian Orchestra's "Lost Christmas Eve," which hits the CenturyLink Center in Bossier City tonight at 7:30.

Florida 'Grinch' Issues Speeding Tickets

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:57:47 +0000

When he’s not hating on Christmas, apparently The Grinch plays traffic cop. That’s what’s been happening in the Florida Keys, where Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Bureau Chief Lou Caputo has been dressing up as the Dr. Seuss character as he operates a speed trap. It’s a Christmas-time tradition that Caputo started in 2000 after watching the Jim Carrey film [...]

'A Christmas Story' Considered Historically Significant, Will Be Preserved in the Library of Congress

Eric Walkuski — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:29:54 +0000

It’s a major award! Looks like the Library of Congress is in a very Christmas-y mood, as Bob Clark’s classic ‘A Christmas Story’ is one of 25 new films selected for preservation into the National Film Registry. Oh fudge, indeed! Jump after the break to find out the other 24 titles! ‘A Christmas Story’ will [...]