Wide Open Country

Wide Open Country is a fresh media platform dedicated to country music and the lifestyle that surrounds it. We see country music not just as a genre, but as a way of living. Located in Austin, Texas, Wide Open Country offers a wide range of content that explores everything from mainstream to indie country music. Our coverage also includes topics like country fashion, food and drinks, travel within the country, and various aspects of country culture. Established in 2015, Wide Open Country is a sister site to Wide Open Spaces, which is the leading online resource for hunting, fishing, and shooting sports.

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Woman Has Baby Mid-Flight In Dramatic Scene

1 day ago | wideopencountry.com | Sam Amico

A Ryanair flight took an unexpected detour when a pregnant passenger went into labor and delivered her baby midair. The dramatic scene unfolded May 8 on Flight 4797, turning a routine trip from Belgium to Spain into a high-flying delivery room with a touch of heroics. About an hour into the flight, the woman went into labor, Business Insider reported, citing Flightradar24 data. The crew swiftly diverted the plane to Limoges, France, for an emergency landing.
Man with Multiple Sclerosis Spent $12 K To Be Roadie For Gene Simmons But Has Heartwarming Reason Why

1 day ago | wideopencountry.com | Sam Amico

Dwayne Rosado and his son Zach dropped jaws (and wallets) for a once-in-a-lifetime shot to be Gene Simmons' roadies, as detailed by the New York Times. The retired corrections sergeant, 52, and his 13-year-old son shelled out $12,495 for "The Ultimate Gene Simmons Experience" on May 5 at the Count Basie Center for the Arts. For them, every penny was worth it, cementing a memory in rock 'n' roll history.
Former 'Home Improvement' Star Resurfaces With New Look

1 day ago | wideopencountry.com | Sam Amico

Debbe Dunning, the 1990s star who won fans as Heidi Keppert, the Tool Time Girl on Home Improvement, is back with a fresh look and seemingly some renewed energy. Once known for her bouncy curls and denim shorts opposite Tim Allen, the 58-year-old now sports a sleek bob and stunned in a curve-hugging maxi dress for a recent mirror selfie. One thing's for sure -- her return adds a spark of nostalgia for fans of the hit sitcom.
Someone Stole Taylor Swift's Plaque At A Nashville Park

1 day ago | wideopencountry.com | Sam Amico

A thief armed with a screwdriver struck a blow to Taylor Swift fans in Music City, swiping a commemorative plaque from a Centennial Park bench. The heist, which left Swifties reeling, has sparked a firestorm of online chatter and snark. That said, city officials vow to restore the tribute to the pop icon, leaving fans hopeful but, ya know, still hungry for justice.
Why One Small Town Banned Burger King

1 day ago | wideopencountry.com | Sam Amico

In a small Illinois town, Burger King fans can't have it their way. A decades-old legal showdown keeps the fast-food titan out of Mattoon, where a local eatery, dubbed the Original Burger King, reigns supreme. This quirky David-and-Goliath tale, rooted in trademark law, still captivates locals and legal scholars alike. Gene and Betty Hoots opened the Original Burger King in 1957, two years before the national chain planted its flag in Illinois, as relayed by the Illinois Times.
Jeep Takes Plunge Off Pier, Manages To Stick Landing

1 day ago | wideopencountry.com | Sam Amico

A 17-year-old driver dodged disaster on Mother's Day after crashed her Jeep through a marina bulkhead in Port Jefferson, New York. The startling incident occurred at Brookhaven Town Marina, with video footage capturing the chaos. Miraculously, the young woman walked away with barely a scratch, leaving locals buzzing about her wild ride. Sunday evening took a sharp turn when the teen, piloting a silver 2008 Jeep SUV, floored the gas by mistake.
21 Dead, Multiple Injured After Bus Plummets Into Ravine

2 days ago | wideopencountry.com | Sam Amico

A passenger bus veered off a winding road and plummeted into a ravine near Kotmale, a village in Sri Lanka's mountainous south-central region, killing 21 people and injuring 35 others. The deadly crash, which occurred in the early hours of May 11, has left the nation reeling. Authorities are scrambling to uncover the cause of this devastating accident, one of the worst in recent memory, PEOPLE reported.
Former Cheerleader Arrested For Removing Barrier And Driving Into Cops, Gives Outrageous Excuse

2 days ago | wideopencountry.com | Sam Amico

A 28-year-old woman's brazen actions at Laurel's Main Street Festival on May 10 have landed her behind bars. Kai DeBerry-Bostick, a Bowie State University graduate and former cheerleader, faces assault charges after striking a police officer with her car and plowing through barricades into a crowded street fair. The chaotic scene, captured on bodycam footage, unfolded as she insisted she needed to get to work in Virginia, via the New York Post.
Kelly Osbourne Tackles Topic Of Body Shaming With Raw Honesty

2 days ago | wideopencountry.com | Sam Amico

Kelly Osbourne isn't holding back. At the Inaugural Beacher Vitality Happy & Healthy Summit on May 10 at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, the 40-year-old reality star laid bare the harsh body shaming she's faced for years. With unflinching candor, Osbourne revealed that her weight has drawn more criticism than any other aspect of her life, sparking a powerful conversation about self-acceptance. "We live in a fat-phobic world," Osbourne told the audience, via PEOPLE.
Major 'Yellowstone' Star Officially Signs Up For Spin-off, But Fans Are Confused About One Aspect

2 days ago | wideopencountry.com | Sam Amico

The sun may have set on Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone last year, but the Dutton family saga is far from over. With two bold spinoffs greenlit and prequels on the horizon, fans are saddling up for more Western drama. These new series promise to carry forward the gritty legacy of the Duttons, and anticipation is riding high. For starters, Dutton Ranch hits Paramount+ this fall, continuing the fiery tale of Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler.