Cari Mae Bulthuis, a server at Abby's Cafe in Hemet, California, spent 13 years collecting dimes from her tips to fund a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Hawaii with her daughter, Violet Cayton.
After Violet graduated from high school, Cari found out that her years-long collection amounted to over $56-hundred.
Now, the mother-daughter duo are planning a seven-day trip to Oahu this summer, their first ever visit to Hawaii, thanks to a decade's worth of saved dimes.
Back in the day, a recording artist had certain goals: gold, platinum, #1 hits - but in 2023, you can add certain social media goals to the mix
Old Dominionjust hit a big one - 1M Instagram followers - and to mark the occasion, the band jumped on Instagram to thank their fans
"Thank you guys so much for loving our music, and welcoming us into your lives - it means so much," lead singerMatthew Ramseysaid in the video clip as the band looked on
For some, theChris Gainesera ofGarth Brooks'career is best left forgotten - for others, the pop album was an impressive display of versatility from the country legend
It's been 24 years since the Chris Gaines album was released, and even if some fans don't have a warm spot in their heart for the concept, Garth does - and he's saying he's going to revisit it
Garth sat in on Billboard's Country Live in Conversation, and said he wants to put out five more Chris Gaines albums; "I love the Chris Gaines record, so I want to do it for me,” he said. "It challenged me as a vocalist. So I don’t know when we’re going to get to it, but it’s on the list."
Lauren Alainahas a new EP coming - but for those fans that can't wait, she dropped two of the six new songs in advance
"A Walk In The Bar" and "Hangover" were ahead of the full EP, with Lauren saying, "I recorded these songs thinking about the girls back home. At some point or another, I've lived every one of these stories, and I think that might mean that they have, too. I hope they feel seen and heard whenever they turn this music on. Rossville girls: this is for you."
Taylor SwiftandMatty Healyhave reportedly ended their relationship.
The exact reason for the split is unclear, but a friend reportedly shared they felt they were both “extremely busy and realized they’re not really compatible”
Taylor and Matty have known each other since at least 2014 when Taylor attended a concert by Matty's band,The 1975
Their last public appearance together was on May 25th for a dinner date
Taylor Swiftplayed Chicago Saturday night - and she brought along a friend
Maren Morrisjoined Taylor for a live rendition of "You All Over Me"
"We are so lucky, Chicago. We are so incredibly lucky," Swift said in Maren's introduction, "because not only did she agree to sing on the song with me, but Maren Morris is actually here"
Jelly Rollis known for several things: his intense, soul-searching songs, his larger-than-life presence, and his numerous tattoos
The "Son Of A Sinner" singer sat with "Good Morning America" Friday and talked about his life, before playing a live rendition of "She" - that's where we learned a little about the man and his music
And his tattoos? He also did an Instagram video where he shared the stories of some of his ink. His favorite? The simple cross below his eye
Luke Combsis in demand - so much so that one stadium show per city isn't enough for fans - so he's adding second stadium shows in select cities next month
Announced yesterday, Tampa, Charlotte, Foxborough, Massachusetts and Philadelphia will be getting Friday night shows in addition to the Saturday shows previously scheduled
Luke also announced that the openers for these newly scheduled shows will differ from the shows previously scheduled - so each city will get two completely different sets of opening acts
Morgan Wallenis more than halfway through his doctor-prescribed six weeks of vocal rest, so he won't be taking the stage for another two weeks
In the meantime, his friends and fellow artists are making sure the concerts he had to pull out of are taken care of - and the fans still get a little Morgan music
Chase Riceplayed the Gulf Coast Jam in Florida over the weekend (one of the shows Morgan had to pull out of) and for the Morgan fans that were on hand, he played one of Wallen's biggest hits, "Sand In My Boots"
Chase said he wasn't going to be able to do the song justice, but it seemed fans disagreed with him, as most of the capacity crowd sang along
Hotels.com has just come out with their first Room Service Report, which includes requests from nearly 500 hotels around the world.
The weirdest requests include diet water, melted ice cream, boiled bottled water and a cooked fish the guest brought with them.
Burgers are the most popular food item ordered overall, and about a quarter (27%) of U.S. hotels say their guests spend more than $100 on room service.
One of Taco Bell’s most popular menu items is going vegan.
The chain is now testing a vegan Crunchwrap, which will be the first fully vegan entree they sell.
It’s made with a plant-based protein created by Taco Bell, has shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, it’s topped with two vegan sauces and comes on a crunchy tostada wrapped in a flour tortilla.
Darius Ruckerhas been going to bat for St. Jude Children's Hospital for almost fifteen years - and Monday was the 14th Annual "Darius & Friends" Charity Auction and Concert at the Ryman Auditorium
On hand to help - and perform - wereVince Gill,Jelly Roll,HARDY,Jake OwenandMegan Moroney
The star-studded event has raised more than $3M for the charity over the years
Country singer and "Yellowstone" starLuke Grimescontinues to put out new music
His latest single dropped yesterday; "Playin' On The Tracks" is the fourth new song from Luke's upcoming album
"This song was my first co-write with the very talentedBrent Cobband I realized pretty quickly that he was going to be a big part of my musical journey," Grimes said in a statement
One of the more fun activites that's recently become part of CMA Country Fest is the Rock N' Jock Celebrity Softball Game
This year, the 3rd Annual charity event benefiting Folds Of Honor Tennessee will feature team captainsRiley Green andJelly Rolleach leading teams of celebs onto the field
Some of the players taking the field includeHARDY,Brantley Gilbert,Jameson Rodgers, and more
Shane Profitt's debut single, "How It Oughtta Be," is still climbing the charts - but the country newcomer isn't sitting still - he's thinking ahead
The singer jumped on Instagram to share some new music he just got back from producers that he's pretty proud of - and played it for fans - on his truck's sound system
Explaining that it's a song that talks about having that person in your life you wish you could still call, he lip-syncs along to his new song, "Still Picks Up," asking fans for their thoughts
New record label, new EP, new chapter -Lauren Alainakicks off the next stage of her career this coming Friday with her first set of new music since finding a new home for her music in Big Loud Records
The six-song EP, "Unlocked," is set to drop next Friday, June 9
Among the six new songs, a duet with fellow country starLainey Wilson
In between the final two shows of his "I Go Back" Tour,Kenny Chesneymade a quick stop to one of his old haunts - the Flora-Bama Lounge on the Florida/Alabama state lines
The superstar put on an impromptu performance for the surprised crowd, afterwards thanking the bar for hosting him
Writing on Instagram, Kenny said, "What a perfect setting for a pre-show party.@noshoesnation, tonight we end the #IGOBACKTOUR and it’s gonna be a wild night at@thewharfamp. Can’t wait to see you guys!"
Dolly Partoncontinues to be Dolly Parton: excelling at everything, loved by everyone - and now, setting world records - three new ones, to be exact
Most studio albums released by a female singer, the longest span of No. 1 hits on the US Top Country Albums chart for a female artist, and the most top 10 entries on the US Top Country Albums chart for a female artist
For those keeping score, that'stenGuinness world records held by Dolly - and she's not done yet
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