
Thomas Rhett Called In Before His Show On Saturday Night! {Listen}
Thomas Rhett called in before his big show on Saturday, June 25th. It’s been a minute since he’s rolled through Virginia Beach so we had a lot to get caught up on. Thomas gave Cash some advice when it comes to getting his children to eat food, spending time with his extended family in Tennessee,…

Florida Man Beats Up Alligator Trying to Attack Him With Skillet, Flawless Victory! {Watch}
This is the greatest video I’ve ever seen. Round 1, fight! Anyone else get the whole Mortal Kombat vibe while watching this? What is happening here? Was the guy out for a smoke and this gator with an attitude thought he would be quick lunch? I guess the gator had a change of heart after…

Scotty McCreery and His Wife Gabi Are Expecting Their First Child!
Scotty McCreery is going to be a Dad! The singer revealed he is expecting his first child with his wife Gabi. The adorable pregnancy announcement included photos of the parents-to-be along with their dog, Moose. Scotty revealed the baby’s gender as well saying, “Baby boy McCreery coming soon!” View this post on Instagram A post…

Longtime Friend of Blake Shelton Shares Personal Stories About the Country Superstar in New Book
A new book about Blake Shelton has hit the shelves. Blake Shelton: Happy Anwywhere was written by a longtime friend of the country superstar named Carol Cash Large. Large helped move the award-winning musician to Nashville just two weeks after he graduated high school and has been with him every step of the way since.…

Luke Bryan Extends Las Vegas Residency Through 2022
Luke Bryan fans will have a few more chances to see the country superstar in Las Vegas. He announced a second extension of his residency with new dates occurring November 30 and December 2, 3, 7, 9 and 10. Luke’s “Raised Up Right” tour concludes October 28th with a stop in Virginia Beach on July…

Brett Eldredge on His Strict Limits on Social Media: “I’m Not Gonna Let It Run My life.”
Brett Eldredge felt like he was spending too much time promoting his brand on social media. So now he severely limits his phone usage, and his time spent on all platforms. Brett took a social media break, only using a flip phone for a full year in 2019. “I recommend it to everybody,” he told PEOPLE…

LISTEN: Luke Combs is ‘Growin’ Up’ with His New Song, “The Kind of Love We Make”
Luke Combs is following up 13 consecutive #1 singles with his new song, “The Kind of Love We Make.” The new single is featured on his upcoming album, Growin Up, which shows a new side of the “Beer Never Broke My Heart” singer. Luke tells “The New York Times“ that there are no beer songs on…

Adorably Sweet Kittens, “Cookie Dough” and “Mint Chocolate Chip,” Up For Adoption at Chesapeake Animal Services
It’s kitten season! Chesapeake Animal Services stopped by the Eagle studio with two kittens up for adoption, a brother and sister duo named Mint Chocolate Chip and Cookie Dough. The sweetly named kittens are 3-months old and would love to be adopted together. They love to play with each other and when nap time comes,…

You Could Win Upgraded Tickets to Thomas Rhett With a Boys & Girls Club Backpack Donation
Thomas Rhett fans! Bring a new backpack donation to the show on June 25th at Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater for your chance to win upgraded tickets. Everyone who donates a backpack during the show is eligible for an upgrade to two gold circle seats and VIP club passes. Backpacks may be brought to the…

Lainey Wilson Shares Details About Filming “Yellowstone” Season 5
Last week Lainey Wilson announced that she is joining season 5 of Yellowstone and the country singer is already on set! In a new interview with Entertainment Tonight, Lainey revealed that she started filming her new role as a musician named Abby. Lainey explained how she landed the role and it turns out it was…

Kenny Chesney Brings His “Here and Now” Tour to Virginia Beach; See All the Pics
Kenny Chesney and Carly Pearce rolled into Virginia Beach on Wednesday. The country superstar’s “Here and Now” tour came to Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater in Virginia Beach to a hyped-up crowd. Check out pictures from the show below and tag @973theeagle in yours! photos courtesy of Hollie Noel Fuller. @973theeagle #kennychesney…

See Who Won the 2022 St. Jude Dream Home!
Congratulations! The winner of the 2022 Hampton Roads St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway® house, built by Taylor Construction, is Roberta Smith of Carrollton, VA! The drawing took place on June 15th with more winners below- including the 97.3 The Eagle Bonus Prize, a baseball suite package, which went to Bruce Moegenberg of Suffolk, VA. Get a…

Walker Hayes Celebrates 18th Anniversary with Wife at Applebee’s {WATCH}
Walker Hayes and his wife celebrated their 18th anniversary recently and they went to Applebee’s to celebrate. The couple stayed on-brand with Walker telling fans in the video, “So it’s no lie. Laney loves Applebee’s. I was like, ‘Where you wanna go to celebrate year 18?’ She was like, ‘Applebee’s.’… She’s low-maintenance.” The country singer…

Dolly Parton Donates $1M to Pediatric Infectious Disease Research: “No Child Should Ever Have to Suffer”
Dolly Parton is giving back again. The country superstar donated $1M to pediatric infectious disease research at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, the organization announced on Wednesday. “No child should ever have to suffer,” Parton said in a news release. “I’m willing to do my part to try and keep as many of them…

Country Music Hall Of Fame Announces New Exhibit, ‘Chris Stapleton: Since 1978’
Chris Stapleton will be the focus of a new exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame. This exhibit, set to open this July, explores the award-winning artist’s musical journey, from his Kentucky roots and success as a Nashville songwriter to his rise to stardom as one of country music’s most powerful and unique voices.…

Kane Brown and Jon Pardi To Headline CMT’s ‘Holiday Salute to the Troops’ Filmed in Norfolk
Kane Brown and Jon Pardi will headline CMT’s July 4th Salute to the Troops. The show will specifically highlight the U.S. Navy this year and was filmed in Norfolk during the Patriotic Festival! “CMT’s signature weekly series comes to fans on location from The Patriotic Festival in Norfolk, VA,” the release reads. “Headliners Kane Brown,…

Miranda Lambert Offers Southern Hospitality with New Home Collection Available at Walmart
Miranda Lambert just released her own home collection line, the “Wanda Jane Home” at Walmart. Named for her mother, Beverly Jane Lambert, and grandmother, Wanda Louise Coker (“Nonny”), Wanda June Home is ‘designed to help create a warm, comfortable, casual gathering place where everyone can feel at home.’ Miranda says, “They both taught me everything…

Watch Justin Timberlake Surprise the Crowd at Chris Stapleton’s L.A. Concert
Chris Stapleton’s “All American Roadshow” made a stop in Los Angeles over the weekend. The singer welcomed a very special guest on stage, Justin Timberlake. During his headlining set, Stapleton invited the singer and actor on stage to join him for a performance of “Tennessee Whiskey.” “Most of you probably know me because of this…

Luke Combs Shares Baby Update: “This is My last Show as a Not-Dad. Confirmed”
Luke Combs is expecting his first child any day now! The country singer appeared at CMA Fest over the weekend and said it would be his last show before the baby arrives. Combs told The Tennessean, “I just figure I’ll be changing my fair share of diapers after tonight, for sure. This is my last…

Toby Keith Cancels 2022 Tour Dates Amid Cancer Battle
Toby Keith is taking a break from touring as he recovers from cancer treatment. Over the weekend, Keith revealed that he was diagnosed with stomach cancer in the fall. In a statement on social media, he shared, “So far, so good. I need time to breathe, recover and relax. I am looking forward to spending…

Darius Rucker’s ‘Darius & Friends’ Event Raises Record-Setting $516K for St. Jude
Darius Rucker’s annual benefit concert for St. Jude raised a record total this year of $516,000! The show, which took place on June 6th, included performances from Sheryl Crow, Sara Evans, Lindsay Ell, Caylee Hammack, and Rachel Wammack. A very special appearance also took place from a St. Jude patient named Addie, who was diagnosed…

Luke Bryan Surprises Fans at Bar in Nashville {WATCH}
Luke Bryan made a surprise appearance at Blake Shelton’s Ole Red bar in Nashville over the weekend. The singer, who has his own bar in downtown Nashville, appeared at a showcase taking place during CMA Fest. Blake took to social to tease Luke about his cameo. In an Instagram story shared on Ole Red’s page…

Mickey Guyton to Host A Capitol Fourth: ‘It’s Absolutely a Real Honor’
Mickey Guyton is set to host A Capitol Fourth, the 42nd annual national Independence Day celebration, broadcast live on PBS from Washington D.C. on July 4. Excited to announce that I will host the 2022 #July4thPBS concert! Join me on Monday, July 4th, 8/7c only on @PBS! pic.twitter.com/LrfQr91MFS — Mickey Guyton (@MickeyGuyton) June 13, 2022…

Lainey Wilson Joins the Cast of Yellowstone for Season 5
Lainey Wilson is joining Yellowstone! The “Things A Man Outta Know” singer will appear on season 5 of the popular Paramount + show. Wilson will play a musician named Abby. According to Deadline, additional new cast members include Kai Caster (American Horror Story), Lainey Wilson, Lilli Kay (Your Honor and Rustin), and Dawn Olivieri (1883, Bright and House of Lies). The…

Toby Keith Reveals Stomach Cancer Diagnosis: “I Need Time to Breathe, Recover and Relax
Toby Keith opened up about his battle with cancer in a post on social media. The country singer revealed that he was diagnosed with stomach cancer last fall writing, “I’ve spent the last 6 months receiving chemo, radiation, and surgery.” “So far, so good. I need time to breathe, recover and relax,” he continued. “I am…

Chupacabra Sighting In Texas Has The Rest of the World Freaking Out! {Pic}
Oh, a Chupacabra sighting. OK. What am I supposed to do? These things are practically pets in the southwest. As a matter of fact, country music star, Aaron Watson’s son plays for the Chupacabras baseball team. Best baseball team ever? Perhaps. So, this happened outside of the zoo in Amarillo. The zoo is in a…


Watch Luke Bryan and Tim McGraw Show Off Their Workout Routines
Luke Bryan is getting ready for his Raised Up Right tour and he’s preparing by working out during rehearsal. The country singer showed off his push-up and squat routine in between tour rehearsals in a video on Instagram saying, “Touring season is back. Time to get to work.” View this post on Instagram A post…

Portsmouth Humane Society is Dangerously Full and Seeks Foster Families to Help Save Lives
Portsmouth Humane Society is dangerously FULL and needs help from the community NOW. If you can’t adopt, you can still help save lives by fostering! “Angela Lansbury‘ is up for adoption and is currently being cared for in a foster home. “Angie Bear” as they’ve nicknamed her likes snuggles, a good bone, and lots of…

Crazy Calls From the 911-Dispatch! {Listen}
You would think that folks would keep 911 for emergencies only, right? WRONG! The world would be a better place if dumb people got arrested. I’ve been saying that for years. Until they start doing that, have a listen to some of the more bizarre calls to 911 dispatch. Thanks, Nancy! Cash Warren · 911…

Luke Bryan’s Wife Shows Off His Dance Moves in New Video: “Luke Got Naughty”
Luke and Caroline Bryan know how to have a good time. The couple, who love to pull a good prank on each other, also clearly love to dance. Caroline took to Instagram to share a video of the pair dancing on what appears to be a golf course. “They gave us one hour alone with…

Pregnant Lauren Bushnell Lane Diagnosed With Marginal Cord Insertion: “Trying to Stay Optimistic”
Chris Lane and his wife Lauren Bushnell are expecting their second child this October. The couple revealed the news to PEOPLE on Monday (June 7). Following the announcement, Lauren took to Instagram to update her followers on her pregnancy. The former Bachelor star shared that she was recently diagnosed with marginal cord insertion. “The first…

Carrie Underwood’s Sons Spotted ‘Breakdancing’ During Her Grand Ol Opry Appearance {WATCH}
Carrie Underwood performed at the Grand Ol Opry on Tuesday (June 7) and the audience wasn’t the only one having a good time. Carrie’s sons, Isaiah and Jacob, were in attendance and were spotted by audience members dancing backstage as their mom performed. I took a few but this was the best one! 😂😂🤣🤣 @carrieunderwood…

Sam Hunt and Wife Hannah Lee Fowler Welcome First Baby Together
Sam Hunt is a Dad! He and his wife Hannah Lee Fowler recently welcomed a baby girl named Lucy Lu. The “23” singer confirmed the news in concert over the weekend. He told fans, “I recently had a baby girl named Lucy Lu. I think being out here, and in the music business and being…

Katy Perry Leaves Hilarious Comment on Luke Bryan’s Latest Instagram Video
Luke Bryan is enjoying his last bit of time on the water before kicking off his summer tour. The singer shared a video of his most recent fishing trip saying, “Last fishing trip before touring starts.” In the clip, Luke is seen jumping into the water to catch a fish by hand. View this post…

Cash Tries Cookie Dough for The First Time! [VIDEO]
Is there a food that everybody just LOVES but you’ve never tried? When Annaliese learned that Cash has never eaten cookie dough, she set out to remedy that. We picked up some cookie dough tubs and cookie dough scoops from Cinnaholic in Virginia Beach. They are known for their delicious vegan cinnamon rolls, but they…

Walker Hayes Says His #1 Bucket List Item is to Streak at the Super Bowl
Country fans hope every year to see a country music halftime show at the Super Bowl and Walker Hayes wants to deliver…but not as a performer. The “Fancy Like” singer joked (we think) in a new interview that the #1 item on his bucket list is to streak at the Super Bowl. In the US…

Dan & Shay Share Sweet Video of Shay Mooney’s Parents Dancing to Their New Song
Dan + Shay shared a video of a romantic moment that took place over the weekend in Texas. The duo, who are currently on the road with Kenny Chesney, were practicing ahead of their Here and Now Tour stop in Arlington. Shay Mooney’s parents were visiting their son and when he began singing their new…

Chris Lane and Lauren Bushnell Lane Expecting Second Baby: ‘Two Under 2!’
Congratulations are in order for Chris Lane and his wife Lauren Bushnell Lane, the couple is expecting baby #2. The expecting parents told PEOPLE that the news came as a happy surprise. “To be quite honest, I’ve never been more shocked in my entire life, because this was very much an unexpected surprise,” Lauren told…

Jordan Davis Plays Wiffle Ball at Virginia Beach Oceanfront {PICS}
Jordan Davis enjoyed a day at the beach ahead of his performance at the USO Experience Saturday (June 4th) in Virginia Beach. The “Buy Dirt” singer shared a series of photos of himself wearing a Dodgers jersey and playing Wiffle ball in the sand at the oceanfront. View this post on Instagram A post shared…

How To Score Free Donuts at Krispy Kreme All Summer
If you get excited when you see the “Hot Now” sign on at Krispy Kreme, you’re going to really want to look out for it this summer. From now until Labor Day, Krispy Kreme is offering a FREE Original Glazed(R) doughnut at all shops that have a Hot Light any time the Hot Light is on…

Joe Don Rooney Pleads Guilty to DUI, Sentenced to Two Days in Jail
Rascal Flatts’ Joe Don Rooney plead guilty following his arrest last year for a DUI after he crashed into a line of trees in Williamson County, Tennessee. According to a police affidavit obtained by TMZ, Rooney told cops at the time that a deer ran out in front of him, which caused him to swerve into…

Luke Combs and Wife Nicole Celebrate Baby Combs with “Cutie” Baby Shower
Luke and Nicole Combs are getting ready to welcome their first child, a boy, and the couple celebrated with a “cutie” themed baby shower. The fruit-themed party included clementines tucked into the flower arrangements. cookies shaped like tangerine baby rattles, and more sweet treats with the message “A little cutie is on the way” written…

LISTEN: Eric Church Announces New Single “Doing Life With Me”
‘The Chief’ has a new single coming. Erich Church’s new single will be “Doing Life With Me” from his Heart & Soul triple album. Eric spilled the beans a little early and told fans at a Portland, Oregan show in April that “Doing Life With Me” would be his next single. At the time, “Heart on…

Local Shelter Seeks Home For Lonely Senior Cat Surrendered After Owner Fell Sick
Chloe needs your help! This friendly girl was brought to Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center after her owner was hospitalized and could no longer care for her. She is 8-10 years old and has been very stressed at the shelter. She is currently in a back room where she can get some quiet…

Luke Bryan Shares The ‘Moment He’s Waited His Whole Life For’ {WATCH}
Luke Bryan shared a video on Thursday (June 2) of a moment he says he “waited his whole life for.” The avid fisherman reeled in an 11.6 catch while out on the water. He shared the moment on Instagram writing, “I’ve been waiting my whole life for this moment. 11.6 baby.” His wife hilariously chimed…

LISTEN: Luke Combs Teases Unreleased Track “On The Other Line”
Luke Combs is gearing up for the release of his new album “Growin’ Up” on June 24th. The country superstar teased another track off the album titled “On The Other Line” on social media this week. The new song all about fishing features the lyrics, “Yeah, I’ll clean up the kitchen | I’ll do the…

Virginia Zoo Welcomes Two Female Lions: “Our Pride is Complete”
The Virginia Zoo has two new additions to its pride. Asha and Kal, two sisters who were born at Blank Park Zoo on November 14, 2017, were placed at the Virginia Zoo based on a recommendation from the Species Survival Plan, a breeding and population management program designed to ensure the long-term sustainability of animal…

Busch Gardens Announces 2022 Summer Concerts with Maddie & Tae, America’s Got Talent Finalists and More
Get ready to celebrate summer at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. The park announced this year’s Summer Celebration concert line-up will include Ashanti, Maddie & Tae, Air Supply, and finalists from “America’s Got Talent.” Busch Gardens’ Summer Celebration will run daily from June 17 – August 14. All shows are free with park admission. June 18 –…

We Need Your Help Getting Ahold Of Brad Paisley Before Next Saturday’s Show! ~ CASH
On Wednesday morning, the 1st. I was looking at some of the messages on the Eagle Facebook page when I came across Ruth’s message. Ruth asked us if we can help her great-granddaughter Riley get a cowboy hat signed by Brad Paisley at his upcoming show here in Virginia Beach. We usually get messages like…