Survivor Series 2023 is Saturday! 

The WWE after keeping straps on champions for way too long like Roman Reigns, Gunther and The USO's.... are now spinning the gang mentality of the 90's NWO, DX and others to see what sticks against the wall.   I hope it ends with Survivor Series but not counting on it.  

The Judgement Day, Bloodline, LWO, Damage CTRL are all ganged up.

This could TURN out to hold a bunch of different TURNING Storylines...

Like how about Drew McIntyre does an about face on the Judgement Day...  Jey Uso is also a turn character but seems too close to his last one.

Randy Orton's Return will be great but "The Viper" sometimes doesn't play well with others.   Rumors of CM Punk returning to the WWE are interesting but hope it doesn't happen.

As one of the big Premium Events... Survivor Series has a lot of fun possibilities!

Matches Scheduled:

Men's War Games:  Cody Rhodes, Sami Zayn, Jey Uso, Seth Rollins and supposedly Randy Orton vs. The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Dominik Mysterio, JD McDonagh, Drew McIntyre and Damian Priest)

This could be the match of the night.  Cage matches can drag out but there will be some craziness.  With Rhea Ripley occupied with Zoey Stark there maybe some other interesting alignments that are set into place.  Like Jimmy Uso or ???  I think the team of Rhodes, Zayn, Uso, Rollins and Orton will pull it out... 

Women's War Games:  Charlotte Flair, Bianca Belair, Shotzi, and Becky Lynch vs. Damage CTRL (Bayley, Kairi Sane, Asuka, and Iyo Sky) 

This one should go to Flair, Belair, Shotzi and Lynch but I am guessing that Damage CTRL will work out a way to get the Win.  While setting the other team at eachother's throats till the next big event....

Women's World Championship Match: Zoey Stark vs. Rhea Ripley

Don't think Rhea is losing the belt this night or any other night till one of her old rivals steps up.

Intercontinental Championship:  The Miz vs. Gunther

Gunther is not my favorite but he does sit in the good graces of the WWE higher ups.  I would love to see The Miz shock the world but for some reason Gunther is shooting for a record with the IC Championship.  To me he is no Honky Tonk Man.

Carlito vs. Santos Escobar

This one is going to be weird.  To put Escobar over as a Heel I would say he needs to start beating people.   Carlito spits in the face of people who don't want to be cool.  So at least he can spit in Escobar's Face.   Just not sure he is walking out winner.   I will say Carlito wins.

Remember these are just my personal thoughts.  Bet with your wallets and not with your hearts.  Enjoy the Survivor Series Saturday Night.  

I put these out the Wednesday before WWE Premium Events.  May all your favorite Superstars Win...  

As the Browns and Cleveland Sports Teams have been battling weather for what seems like forever during football, baseball and any other season.   
The answer has always been a dome.  Well DOME This! 

Why aren't sports arenas, stadiums and even homes like this???

Those sunny and wintery days wouldn't really matter anymore...   
GAME ON!!!!

No matter if the Roof is on or off....

The roof folds into the scoreboard ?

?: #INDvsNE — Sunday 9:30am ET on NFL Network
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— NFL (@NFL) November 12, 2023

With Thanksgiving fast approaching, you may have the problem that I have with guests.

They feel bad for your dogs when they give the guest "that face".  Or in my families case... "any face". 

I love when guests come to visit for the holidays.  Thanksgiving is one of my favorites.  Lot of cooking, great food and plenty of clean-up.

The thing is with pets... The guests leave and the clean-up could be a lot longer and disgusting with the pets.

They do not process human food like humans do.  So when they give you those eyes give them a petting or a toy...  It will pay off in the end.

One holiday someone brought donut holes to decorate a dessert.  There were 24 total.  5 made it onto the dessert plate and my dog ate the rest of the bag.  19 donut holes for a little dog????

Dog Friendly Thanksgiving Items:  Carrots, Celery, Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans, Apples, and Pumpkin (the pack pumpkin... not pumpkin pie mix).  And remember these items should be given unseasoned and maybe even uncooked depending on the dog...

Undog Friendly Thanksgiving Items: (Some of these are toxic to dogs and other pets.) Onions, Leeks, Ham, Turkey Bones, Casseroles, Garlic, Grapes, Stuffing, Turkey Skin, Corn on the Cob.  

Remember good rule of thumb is just keep your pets on their regular food and diet...  some things will fall on the floor, some pets take things off the table... Keep an eye on family members dropping and feeding dogs and pets toxic and lethal foods.  If they are not a pet owner they may not know... or they just might be trying to win over their favorite 4-leggeds.  And it may save you a lot of clean-up and a huge vet bill or worse...  Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving.   Here is a More Indepth List - Click Here.

CMA Awards Drinking Game should be played for fun...and responsibly.

Hardy and Lainey Wilson have already won 2 CMA's for Musical Event of the Year and Music Video Of The Year for Wait In The Truck.

It's a work and school night but with Peyton Manning and Luke Bryan hosting the 57th Annual Award Show.  Get a Beer in Your Hand... or another of your favorite beverages.

CMA Awards Drinking Game Rules:

1. Artist wearing a Hat...  1 swig for a Cowboy Hat, 2 swigs for a ball or trucker hat.

2. Everytime Luke Bryan or Peyton Manning make a joke... 1 swig.

3. Host costume changes... 1 swig.

4. Luke makes a football joke about Peyton... 2 swigs.

5.  Your Pick for Entertainer of The Year wins finish your drink...

Luke Combs, Chris Stapleton, Carrie Underwood, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson 

6. Camera makes a cut to someone not laughing... 1 swig.

7. When a pop artist makes an appearance on stage... 3 swigs.

8. Artist sneaking liquor... take a shot with them.

9. Legend walks on stage... 2 swigs.

10. Artist you were rooting to win, Wins... Drink the rest of your drink!

11. Someone announces new music coming soon... take a swig.

12.  Go to shot city if Zach Bryan is there for New Artist Award.

13.  Not familiar with a presenter... take a swig.

14.  Jimmy Buffet Tribute...  take 3 swigs.

Cheers to a great CMA Award Show.  Remember drink responsibly and hopefully all of your favorites win their respective categories (below) tonight on ABC!

Entertainer of the Year

• Luke Combs
• Chris Stapleton
• Carrie Underwood
• Morgan Wallen
• Lainey Wilson

Female Vocalist of the Year

• Kelsea Ballerini
• Miranda Lambert
• Ashley McBryde
• Carly Pearce
• Lainey Wilson

Male Vocalist of the Year

• Luke Combs
• Jelly Roll
• Cody Johnson
• Chris Stapleton
• Morgan Wallen

​​​​​​Vocal Group of the Year

• Lady A
• Little Big Town
• Midland
• Old Dominion
• Zac Brown Band

Vocal Duo of the Year

• Brooks and Dunn
• Brothers Osborne
• Dan and Shay
• Maddie and Tae
• The War and Treaty

Album of the Year

• Ashley McBryde - Ashley McBryde: Welcome to Lindeville
• Lainey Wilson - Bell Bottom Country
• Luke Combs - Gettin' Old
• Morgan Wallen - One Thing at a Time
• Kelsea Ballerini - Rollin' Up the Welcome Mat

Single of the Year

• Luke Combs - "Fast Car
• Lainey Wilson - "Heart Like a Truck"
• Jelly Roll - "Need a Favor"
• Jordan Davis - "Next Thing You Know"
• Hardy (featuring Lainey Wilson) - "Wait in the Truck"

Song of the Year

• Luke Combs - "Fast Car"
• Lainey Wilson - "Heart Like a Truck"
• Jordan Davis - "Next Thing You Know"
• Megan Moroney - "Tennessee Orange"
• Hardy (featuring Lainey Wilson) - "Wait in the Truck"

Musical Event of the Year

• Jelly Roll (with Lainey Wilson) - "Save Me"
• Cole Swindell and JoDee Messina - "She Had Me at Heads Carolina (Remix)" 
• Kane Brown (featuring Katelyn Brown) - "Thank God"
• Hardy (featuring Lainey Wilson) - "Wait in the Truck"
• Carly Pearce (featuring Chris Stapleton) - "We Don't Fight Anymore"

Music Video of the Year

• Ashley McBryde - "Light On in the Kitchen"
• Old Dominion - "Memory Lane"
• Jelly Roll - "Need a Favor"
• Jordan Davis - "Next Thing You Know"
• Hardy (featuring Lainey Wilson) - "Wait in the Truck"

New Artist of the Year

• Zach Bryan
• Jelly Roll
• Parker McCollum
• Megan Moroney
• Hailey Whitters

This Saturday is going to be an interesting one...  As the WWE takes Crown Jewel to Saudi Arabia for a 1pm start.  

There is a lot of alignment that could play out at this one.

Seth Rollins defends his World Heavyweight Championship vs. Drew McIntyre.  You can be there will be some interference with this one.  Seth Rollin's will return for Monday Night Rollins Title in hand.

Rhea Ripley defends her Women's World Championship in the Fatal 5-Way vs. Nia Jax vs. Raquel Rodriguez vs. Shayna Baszler vs. Zoey Stark.  The truth is all these women could win the title.  I think Rhea retains but only with a little help from DomDom...  Mami is always on top.

Roman Reigns defends his Universal Championship vs. LA Knight.  I would love to see LA put an end to Roman's Title Run but I do not see him losing gold at anything other than Mania, Summerslam or Rumble.  YEAHHHH!!!!

Rey Mysterio defends his US Championship  vs. Logan Paul – This match makes a title Prime of the taking and think old Logan Paul tastes good...

Iyo Sky defends her Women's Title vs. Bianca Belair - Iyo Sky has dropped the belt a few times aleady.  I don't think it will happen again.

John Cena takes on Solo Sikoa -  I think John Cena sees a win over solo.  

Cody Rhodes vs. Damian Priest – I think Cody beats Priest but pays for it with Judgement Day making him pay the price.  And I don't think the loss will stop Senor Money In The Bank from maybe cashing in...

Remember Tree of Lights is coming up quick.  There are plenty of ways to donate and support our military members and their families this time of year.   

Chase Mathew will be play a WQMX Tree Of Lights Charity Concert on November 9th a $25 full band show tickets at DustyA.com.

Oh Annual Tree of Lights is coming the 1st Saturday in December.  There will be plenty of information coming for the fun, festivities and ways to be part of this terrific event and how to donate.  

With Veterans Day November 11th our friends at NEOPAT have dropped a great resource to allow our military members and their families an opportunity to save this season.

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— NEOPAT ?? (@NEOPatriotism) October 30, 2023

Leaves, Leaves, Leaves: Fall Tour! 

Akron's Leave Removal Program is underway.  Signs will be posted in each ward prior to pickup.  Within 2 days of pick up rake leaves within 2 feet of the curb.  Adverse weather conditons may prohibit removal.  Click Here for more Info...

Halloween is Tuesday... But some Trick-Or-Treating Schedules happen this weekend.  (Check your local municipalities for official times!)

Summit County

Akron — 5-7 p.m. Oct. 28.

Barberton — 5-7 p.m. Oct. 28.

Bath Township — 5-7 p.m. Oct. 29.

Boston Heights — 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31.

Boston Township — 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31.

Clinton — 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31.

Copley Township — 5-7 p.m. Oct. 29.

Coventry Township — 5:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 29.

This Saturday is going to be an interesting one...  As the WWE takes Crown Jewel to Saudi Arabia for a 1pm start. (Thank goodness Ohio State plays at Night.)

There is a lot of alignment that could play out at this one.

Seth Rollins defends his World Heavyweight Championship vs. Drew McIntyre.  You can be there will be some interference with this one.  Seth Rollin's will return for Monday Night Rollins Title in hand.

Rhea Ripley defends her Women's World Championship in the Fatal 5-Way vs. Nia Jax vs. Raquel Rodriguez vs. Shayna Baszler vs. Zoey Stark.  The truth is all these women could win the title.  I think Rhea retains but only with a little help from DomDom...  Mami is always on top.

Roman Reigns defends his Universal Championship vs. LA Knight.  I would love to see LA put an end to Roman's Title Run but I do not see him losing gold at anything other than Mania, Summerslam or Rumble.  YEAHHHH!!!!

Rey Mysterio defends his US Championship  vs. Logan Paul – This match makes a title Prime of the taking and think old Logan Paul tastes good...

Cody Rhodes vs. Damian Priest – I think Cody beats Priest but pays for it with Judgement Day making him pay the price.  And I don't think the loss will stop Senor Money In The Bank from maybe cashing in...

Country as a genre is one you learn from the past...

That is why Lainey Wilson's Watermelon Moonshine might remind of you Strawberry Wine.  Cole Swindell took a tried and true #1 in Heads Carolina and put his spin on it.  Luke Combs took Fast Car and turned it into Gold a 2nd time.  

What do you they say, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it."

Mimickery is the most sincere showing of flattery.  With Country Music following in those footsteps.  It's only fitting that the bar business comes along with it.  Especially on Broadway in Nashville.  Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert and many more have local spots in Nashville.  

With the recently opened Garth Brooks Friends in Low Places, Eric Church's Cheif's opening in the near future, Luke Combs has allegedly been in talks, Morgan Wallen is opening a spot, Hank Williams Jr. Boogie Bar just solidified an address on Broadway....  needless to say the blue print is there in country music.  The recipe is pretty simple.

Build a catalog...

Build a Brand/Career/Fanbase....

Don't take any flack...

Surround yourself with good folks personally, musically and financially. 

Get a Bar.

Rinse and repeat.