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A True Historical Gem
Road trips are a blast! And when you venture off the beaten path, sometimes they become even better.
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‘Vikings’ Season 2: What “Formidable” New Foe Will Ragnar Face?
Though the discussion may have been swallowed up by last night's buzz-worthy 'Game of Thrones' and 'Mad Men' episodes, this past Sunday saw 'Vikings' airing its first season finale "All Change," setting up a turbulent season 2 that will see Viking chieftan Ragnar Lothbrok (Travis Fimmel) traveling to dangerous new territory, figuratively and literally. Series helmer Michael Hirst made the rounds today to discuss the tense finale and preview the eventual season 2, so find out about the future of 'Vikings' inside!
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‘Vikings’ Season 2: History Renews for Additional Season
Well, we could have seen that coming. After airing five episodes of its nine-episode order, 'Vikings' has officially raided a second season pickup from the History channel. Having earned favorable reviews from critics and ratings strongly aided by History's 'The Bible' miniseries, it looks like Ragnar Lothbrok and his brood will return to raid another day. Get the latest details on 'Vikings' season 2 inside!
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History’s ‘Vikings’ Preview: Will Ragnar Lothbrok Change Destiny?
This coming Sunday, March 3 will mark an important date for History, as their first original scripted series 'Vikings' breaks waves across the TV landscape. We've seen the first few episodes, and spoken with some of the cast, but should you tune in to see Ragnar Lothbrok and the all-new historical tale of 'Vikings!' Check out a sneak peek of Sunday's series premiere inside!
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What A Building!
Several of us from Townsquare Media had a chance to take a tour of the soon to be opened Northern Hotel today….wow! Billings and all of Montana are in for a treat. Owners Chris and Mike Nelson are putting together quite a building, keeping much of the charm and historical feel of the original building. That’s not to say they have not added some modern amenities to the 160 room building. How about 31 degree beer on tap. Two restaurants that will serve up very tasty dishes from state of the art kitchens. And a very eco-friendly operating system.
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History’s ‘Vikings’ Trailer: New Footage Takes Us Into the West
Unaccustomed to seeing historical fiction on the History Channel as we are, History's 'Vikings' seems more and more an intriguing new series worthy of carving out a new place in the TV pantheon. The original series will hit TV screens on March 3, 2013, and apart from the teaser and photos we've seen, the network has issued the most real footage yet in the latest trailer for 'Vikings.' Will you watch Ragnar Lothbrok sail into the west? Check out the new trailer for Vikings inside, and judge for yourself!
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On the Road to Red Lodge
After talking about it all week, my wife and I decided a day trip to Red Lodge was in order – so off we went heading Southwest on 212 to Red Lodge. I had talked to a few folks earlier last week what was there – but they really undersold the charm of the town
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Custer’s Last Stand Reenactment 2012 Begins Friday [AUDIO]
The 2012 Custer's Last Stand Reenactment in Hardin begins with a Friday, June 22 matinee at 1:30 p.m., 6 miles west of Hardin off Highway 87.
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This Day in History for May 11 – Bob Marley Dies and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1846 – President James K. Polk asked for and received a Declaration of War against Mexico, starting the Mexican-American War (More info)
1924 – Mercedes-Benz is formed when Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz merge their two companies (More info)
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This Day in History for May 9 – The Beatles Sign Their First Recording Contract and More
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This Day in History for May 7 – Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony Debuts and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1718 – New Orleans, Louisiana (first named La Nouvelle-Orléans) was founded by Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville (More info)
1824 – Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, famous for its ‘Ode to Joy’ melody, debuts in Vienna (More info)
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What Exactly Is the History Behind Mardi Gras?
After Hurricane Katrina devastated the Atlantic Coast in 2005, New Orleans, and the region as a whole, gained more prominence in the national and international news, and rightly so.