Karen West

WATCH Luke Combs’ Hilarious “Get Ready With Me” Video

Luke Combs posted a hilarious “Get Ready With Me” video this week that had fans cracking up. Known for his consistent concert look, Luke leaned into the joke by holding up two identical black Columbia PFG shirts and saying, “Get ready with me for a show, guys. Lot of big decisions to be made here.…

The Eagle’s Guide to 4th of July Fireworks & Events Across Hampton Roads

4th of July Fireworks & Independence Day Events in Hampton Roads 2025 Ready to celebrate? Here’s your ultimate guide to all the fireworks shows, concerts, parades, and family-friendly events happening across Hampton Roads this 4th of July. From the beach to the bay, find out where to enjoy food, live music, and spectacular fireworks displays.…

Meet Queenie, Norfolk SPCA’s Longest Resident—Waiting Over a Year for a Loving Home

Furry Friday brought to you by Pitbull Tobacco & More and Lucky One Lemonade They don’t call her Queenie for nothing—this regal pup has been holding court at Norfolk SPCA for over a year, patiently waiting for her happily ever after. 👑🐾 I had the chance to spend some time with Queenie this week, and…

Taylor Swift Joins Kane Brown on Stage During Surprise Appearance [WATCH]

Taylor Swift made an unexpected and unforgettable appearance at the Tight Ends & Friends concert on Tuesday night at the Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville with an acoustic rendition of her mega-hit “Shake It Off.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Carolina Heather Avakemian (@theerastourinfo) The surprise performance took place during Tight End…

Need to Cool Off? Here’s Where to Find Relief Across Hampton Roads

With scorching temperatures across Hampton Roads reaching the upper 90s—and heat index values climbing as high as 110 degrees—local cities are opening their doors to help residents stay safe and cool. Cooling centers are now available at various public spaces like libraries and community centers throughout the region. If you’re in need of a break…

Choose Your Own Adventure: Local Shelter Dog Picks Her Perfect Field Trip

I took a staycation last week, but with so much to do in Hampton Roads, I didn’t stay put! #1 on my list of fun adventures for the week was taking a shelter dog on a field trip. First up, I took one of my favorite long-term residents at Norfolk Animal Care Center on a…

Luke Bryan Offers Full Refund to Fans After Vocal Issues During Arkansas Concert

Luke Bryan proved the show must go on during a concert in Arkansas on Thursday night. Halfway through his set, Luke’s voice started to give out—something he told the crowd “happens every time” he plays that venue. But instead of walking offstage, he did the opposite. “I don’t give a damn, I’m gonna refund everybody…

Heat Advisory! Keeping Pets Safe as Temperatures Soar

The dog days of summer are here! Temperatures are expected to reach the upper 90s with heat index values surpassing 110 degrees in Hampton Roads this week. Keep your pets safe by keeping them indoors. Remember it is illegal to tether a dog outside unattended in Virginia when temperatures are above 85 degrees. Dogs must…

Zach Top Announces New Album “Ain’t in It for My Health” and Drops Summer Anthem

Get ready to turn up the volume and roll your windows down—Zach Top just announced his sophomore album, and it’s already got throwback country fans buzzing with excitement. The new record, titled “Ain’t in It for My Health,” is set to drop on August 29th, and promises a fresh wave of honky-tonk goodness with that…

Furry Friday: Double the Love with Teddy & Little Foot

Furry Friday brought to you by Pitbull Tobacco & More and Lucky One Lemonade Stephanie’s Pets of the Week at Norfolk Animal Care Center are double the joy and double the fun—meet Teddy and Little Foot, a bonded pair of 11-month-old brothers who do everything together. From playful zoomies to snuggling up side by side…

Darius Rucker’s Benefit Concert and Golf Tournament Raised Over $815,000 for St. Jude

Darius Rucker returned to the Ryman Auditorium for his 16th Annual Darius and Friends benefit concert in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital—and this year’s event did not disappoint. The show brought out some of Darius’ famous friends, including Luke Bryan, Tyler Braden, and Kashus Culpepper, with a surprise performance by Morgan Wallen, who…

Post Malone Opening New Bar in Nashville This Summer

Post Malone just announced he’s opening a bar right on Lower Broadway, the heart of Music City’s nightlife. Post has shown plenty of love for country music in recent years, even topping the charts with a full country album. Now he’s bringing that vibe to his own multi-level bar — mixing rock, country and hip-hop with…

Megan Maroney Teams with Westin Hotel for the Ultimate Emo Cowgirl Rooftop Experience

If your summer plans involve glitter, heartbreak, and a side of bourbon-fried everything, Megan Moroney’s Emo Cowgirl rooftop takeover is calling your name. From June 6th through August 31st, Megan is turning the 27th floor of the Westin Hotel into the full Emo Cowgirl experience in Nashville. Ride the elevator up to the L27 Rooftop…

Kenny Chesney Leads a Sing-Along After the Sound Goes Out at the Las Vegas Sphere [WATCH]

Kenny Chesney proved the show must go on…even without sound or visuals! During a recent show at the Sphere in Las Vegas, all of the sound and visuals suddenly cut out. Rather than call it quits or wait for the tech crew to fix things, Kenny and his band did what they do best: they…

Meet Athena: A Sweet 12-Year-Old Senior Searching for a Cozy Forever Home at VBSPCA

Meet Athena: Your Loyal, Laid-Back Binge-Watching Buddy At 12 years old, Athena is ready to enjoy her golden years in comfort—and she’s hoping her next chapter will be with you. Athena is this week’s Pet of the Week at the Virginia Beach SPCA, and she’s everything you’d want in a gentle, loving companion. With her…

Support Local: Your Guide to Farmer’s Markets in Hampton Roads

There’s something special about a farmer’s market—the friendly faces, the smell of fresh bread and produce, and the joy of discovering local treasures. Hampton Roads is home to a rich variety of markets that highlight our community’s farmers, artisans, bakers, and makers. Whether you’re looking for your weekly produce, handmade crafts, or a morning out…

Scotty McCreery and Wife Gabi Expecting Baby #2

Congratulations to Scotty McCreery and his wife, Gabi! The couple revealed they are expecting baby #2. They shared the happy news on social media with a family photo featuring their son, Avery, wearing a “Big Brother” T-shirt. The caption read, “A new best friend coming this fall.”

Riley Green is Almost Unrecognizable After Shaving Off His Signature Mustache [PIC]

This is not a drill! Riley Green shaved off his moustache and posted a picture with a clean face, along with the caption “Never let ’em know your next move.” Riley also added the hashtag #shegone. Riley previously stated that Ella Langley was the one who influenced him to keep the stache, so we do…

Jelly Roll Brings Out Eminem in Detroit [WATCH]

Jelly Roll is knocking more items off his bucket list. During Post Malone’s “Big Ass World Tour” stop in Detroit, Jelly Roll started rapping the opening bars of the iconic “Lose Yourself.” And just when fans thought that alone was wild enough, Detroit’s own Eminem walked out from behind the curtain. The energy in the…

Luke Combs Teases New Music and Tour Plans- But Fans Only Notice One Thing

Luke Combs just gave fans a reason to get excited—and maybe even a little curious. In a recent social media update, the country superstar dropped a few juicy tidbits about what’s coming next, including a headlining tour in 2026 and fresh music that’s already in the works. But it wasn’t just the music news that…

Morgan Wallen Celebrates Birthday with Surprise Performance at ERNEST’s Album Release Party

Morgan Wallen rang in his 32nd birthday in true Nashville fashion—with good friends, great music, and a surprise appearance at a local bar. Wallen showed up to support his longtime friend and collaborator ERNEST during his album release party this week, turning the night into a double celebration. Fans were thrilled when the birthday boy…

Ella Langley and Lauren Alaina Get Real About Struggles in Country Music

The ACM Awards may shine with sequins, stars, and standing ovations—but behind the scenes, some of country music’s brightest voices are opening up about the emotional weight that can come with success. Ella Langley, fresh off a big night at the ACMs, took to social media to admit that despite the wins, she was struggling…

Award Season Drama? Fans Speculate on Riley Green, Ella Langley, and Megan Moroney

Awards season might be all about glitz and glamour, but this year, it’s also fueling a healthy dose of gossip—thanks to Riley Green, Ella Langley, and Megan Moroney. Riley and Ella both scored big wins at the ACM Awards, but instead of just celebrating their achievements, fans are focused on something else entirely: the status…

Morgan Wallen Explains Viral ‘SNL’ Moment

Morgan Wallen is finally breaking his silence about that viral Saturday Night Live exit. In a new episode of Sundae Conversations with former Barstool Sports personality Caleb Pressley, Morgan was asked about his sudden departure from the SNL stage and the now-infamous Instagram story that read, “Get me to God’s country.” Pressley didn’t hold back,…

Dierks Bentley Nails Music Video in One Take—and It’s Epic

Dierks Bentley just proved that sometimes, one take is all it takes. Bentley revealed that his latest video was filmed in a single, uninterrupted shot. That’s right—no cuts, no do-overs, just pure performance magic. To make it even more difficult, the producers were timing the video to match the sunrise! One little mistake and they…

Norfolk Animal Care Center at Capacity, Dog Fosters Needed

Norfolk Animal Care Center is at capacity and dog fosters are urgently needed. By fostering a dog from NACC, you help create space in the shelter to accommodate emergencies that come into the shelter. Foster dogs also provide great companionship and purpose – your act of kindness is repaid in rewards that are beyond words!…

2025 ACM Awards Recap: Lainey Wilson and Ella Langley Win Big

Talk about starting off with a bang. The 60th annual ACM Awards, hosted by Reba McEntire, kicked off with a 12-minute “Songs of the Decades” medley featuring tunes from both classic and contemporary artists. First-time nominee and most nominated artist of the night, Ella Langley earned five wins from her eight nominations, including Single, Music Event, and Visual Media for…

Megan Moroney Releases Her New Song “You had to Be There” with Kenny Chesney

Seven years ago, Megan Moroney was just another fan in the crowd, watching Kenny Chesney light up the stage at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Fast forward to now, and she’s not just watching — she’s singing alongside him. Megan released her new duet with Kenny called “You Had to Be There” on Friday. Megan shared on Instagram, “As y’all know, I write…

Cody Johnson and Wife Brandi Expecting Baby #3

Big news from Cody Johnson — his family’s about to get a little bigger! The country star and his wife, Brandi, are expecting baby number-three. They kept it hush-hush until making the surprise announcement with a red carpet reveal at the 2025 ACM Awards. Cody and Brandi are already proud parents to two daughters, Clara Mae and Cori, born in 2015 and…

Blake Shelton Meets His Biggest Fans: “Love on the Spectrum” Couple Tyler and Madison

Blake Shelton recently carved out time to meet two of his most devoted fans—Tyler and Madison, the adorable couple from the hit Netflix series Love on the Spectrum. If you’ve watched Love on the Spectrum, you’ll remember Tyler for his uncanny ability to name the key of any country song, and Madison for her sweet,…

Luke Combs Scales Back Touring to Spend Time With His Kids

This year, Luke Combs is scaling back his shows to spend more time with his kids, saying he wants them to know they matter more than the job. Luke shared a heartfelt message to fans on social media, writing:“I want to take a moment to remind y’all that I truly believe you are the best…

Give Help Homeless Animals Today! It’s Give Local 757

Support homeless animals at Norfolk Animal Care Center this Tuesday, May 6, during Give Local 757! www.givelocal757.org/organizations/friends-of-norfolk-animal-care-center In 2024 alone, Friends of NACC covered $22,989 in medical care, helped 106 senior pets and senior adopters find homes with reduced adoption fees, provided 4,500 pounds of pet food, assisting 615 families through the Pet Pantry and…

Megan Moroney and Kenny Chesney Team Up on New Song “You Had to Be There”

Seven years ago, Megan Moroney was just another fan in the crowd, watching Kenny Chesney light up the stage at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Fast forward to now, and she’s not just watching — she’s singing alongside him. Megan announced the news, writing, “7 years later got a different point of view…” Kenny commented saying, “As far as I know this is the…

Lainey Wilson Set to Make Her Big-Screen Debut

Lainey Wilson is taking her talents from the stage to the silver screen! The country star is set to make her feature film debut in the upcoming Universal Pictures adaptation of Reminders of Him, based on the best-selling novel by Colleen Hoover. The film, scheduled for release on February 13, 2026, promises to be a…

Hardy Makes Unforgettable Grand Ole Opry Debut

It was a milestone night for HARDY on Tuesday as he finally stepped into the legendary circle for his long-awaited Grand Ole Opry debut. Hardy brought his signature edge to the Opry stage, but the real surprise? Halfway through the night, he brought out Ella Langley for a powerful duet of “Wait in the Truck.”…

Strawberry Picking Guide: Get a List of Strawberry Farms in Hampton Roads

Strawberry season is in full swing! Get your baskets ready and pick some for your family and friends this Spring and Summer. In Pungo, there are 16 pick-your-own farms where you can pick a bushel of berries, wildflowers, and more. Click here for a full list. In Chesapeake, you can visit Brookdale Farms, Hickory Ridge…

Luke Combs Joins Backstreet Boys for Surprise Stagecoach Performance

Luke Combs may have headlined Stagecoach on Sunday night, but he wasn’t quite finished after his set wrapped up. He had one more big surprise in store for fans… After closing out his headlining performance, Luke made his way over to the late-night stage where he joined none other than the Backstreet Boys for an…

ACM Awards: Ella Langley and Zach Top Take Home Early Wins

The 60th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards are still a few days away, but two big winners have already been announced! Ella Langley was named Best New Female Artist, and Zach Top took home the title of Best New Male Artist. Ella found out the exciting news while she was on stage performing —…

Did Riley Green and Ella Langley Just Share a Backstage Kiss? Fans are Divided [WATCH]

Rumors are swirling once again about a possible romance between country stars Riley Green and Ella Langley after fans spotted a potentially telling moment backstage at The American Rodeo in Arlington, Texas. Both artists performed at the event on April 12, and while they’ve previously shut down dating rumors, fans are convinced a recent backstage…

Bailey Zimmerman Teases New Duet “Backup Plan” with Luke Combs

Bailey Zimmerman’s rise in country music has been nothing short of electric—and it’s not just fans who have taken notice. Since bursting onto the scene, Bailey has built strong relationships with some of the genre’s biggest stars, including Morgan Wallen, Hardy, and Ernest. Now, he’s adding another powerhouse name to that list: Luke Combs. In…

Jelly Roll Shares Embarrassing Onstage Moment: “I Was Confident It Was All Air. It Was Not”

Jelly Roll knows how to keep it real—and sometimes, a little too real. He and Luke Bryan stopped by The Jennifer Hudson Show recently, and things took a hilariously awkward turn when Jennifer asked, “What’s the most embarrassing thing that’s ever happened to you while performing?” Before Luke could even open his mouth, Jelly jumped…

Brad Paisley To Headline 2025 NFL Draft Concert Series

Brad Paisley is heading to Green Bay this weekend to help wrap up the 2025 NFL Draft with a bang! The Grammy Award-winning country star will headline the NFL Draft Concert Series after Round 7 ends, according to the NFL. The concert’s time hasn’t been announced. The broadcast schedule for Rounds 4-7 of the draft…

Luke Combs Previews Two New Songs at His Nashville Bar

Luke Combs recently played two unreleased songs during an impromptu performance at his new bar in Nashville, giving lucky fans an exclusive first listen to what could be on his next album. Before diving into the first song, Luke joked with the crowd, saying, “This might be really bad, man. I was messing with this…

George Strait Surprises Dairy Queen Drive-Thru Worker in Texas

Imagine heading into your shift like any other day, only to look up and see the King of Country Music at your drive-thru window. That’s exactly what happened to Becky Gonzalez, an employee at a Dairy Queen just outside of San Antonio, Texas, when none other than George Strait rolled up to place an order.…

Thomas Rhett Suffers Ankle Injury Mid-Concert, Powers Through Performance

Thomas Rhett just proved he’s got the heart of a performer and an impressive pain tolerance to match. Thomas recently made a surprise appearance at Forrest Frank’s sold-out show at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. The country singer was seated in the audience when the spotlight him and he began to make his way to the…

Shaboozey Announces Deluxe Album Featuring Jelly Roll and Sierra Ferrell

Shaboozey revealed that a deluxe version of his 2024 album Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going is on the way. Titled Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going: The Complete Edition, the updated release will include six new songs and feature some powerhouse collaborations. Among the most talked-about additions are “Amen” with Jelly Roll…

Lainey Wilson Surprises Fans with Rooftop Show at Her Nashville Bar

Lainey Wilson gave fans in downtown Nashville the ultimate surprise over the weekend. The country star popped up for an impromptu rooftop concert at her very own bar, Lainey Wilson’s Bell Bottoms Up, on Sunday afternoon. The performance celebrated the release of her brand new song, “Bell Bottoms Up,” and just so happened to land…

Post Malone Teases New Country Album: “We’ve Already Made 35 Songs”

Post Malone’s country era might just be getting started. After the massive success of his album “F-1 Trillion,” Posty revealed in a new with Billboard that he’s been back to Nashville not once, but twice to work on even more country tracks. “We just have fun. We just sit and talk and make songs,” Post…

Will This Be the Country Song of the Summer?

Zach Top is at the top of his game right now. And he just played an unreleased song at a VIP event that some fans are hoping will be the country song of the summer. It’s called “Good Times and Tan Lines” and has a twangy, Jimmy Buffett vibe. @christianfreakinburge Good times and tan lines, can’t wait for…

Jelly Roll Receives Prestigious Global Literacy Award

Jelly Roll continues to inspire far beyond the music charts—this time with a major honor on the world stage. Over the weekend, he was awarded the Global Literacy Award at the 2025 World Literacy Summit held in Oxford, England. The award recognized Jelly Roll for his “global influence on literacy,” a tribute to his advocacy…

Karen West

With overs 40 years of experience in radio, Karen West lives and breathes the Country Radio lifestyle! As 97.3 The Eagle’s Brand Manager, Music Director and on-air morning personality, Karen’s love and passion for the format are unparalleled.

Obsessed with the new country artists Jackson Dean, Nate Smith, Bailey Zimmerman, Lainey Wilson, Chapel Hart, Priscilla Block, Jelly Roll…as well as those artists that blew the doors open for them…Waylon, Loretta, Garth, Strait.

Karen is an author who has written two books to benefit various charities. Amazing Trace, A Sister’s Journal follows the story of her sister’s battle with breast cancer. Karen’s works are available at most online book retailers.

Her favorite quote of all time is from Maya Angelou: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said; people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

Karen is a Hampton Roads native, born and raised in Newport News and now lives in Norfolk. She has four daughters who are her best friends.

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Heat Advisory! Keeping Pets Safe as Temperatures Soar

Furry Friday: Double the Love with Teddy & Little Foot

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