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Honky-tonk hunk

Although "The Celebrity Apprentice" introduced Trace Adkins to a whole mess of folks outside the country music scene, he said America didn't get a good look at the real Trace Adkins. He said the real Trace -- faced with some of those notoriously nasty fellow contestants -- would've started a fistfight. Or two. Or 10. But because he was on TV representing a charity, he kept his instincts in check.

Partycrashers

Fur Bikini Contest

Check out a slide show and photos from this year's fur bikini contest. Submit your own partycrashers photos here.

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Intermission

Clarinetist Sofia Lagos has family and 'Fantasia' running through her mind before graduation.

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian

The characters of C.S. Lewis's timeless fantasy come to life once again in this newest installment of the "Chronicles of Narnia" series, in which the Pevensie siblings are magically transported back from England to the world of Narnia, where a thrilling, perilous new adventure.

Wooten Band drenches Bear Tooth with high energy

When you put on your listening ears to hear the Victor Wooten Band, you can expect to learn a lesson or two.

Honky-tonk hunk

Although "The Celebrity Apprentice" introduced Trace Adkins to a whole mess of folks outside the country music scene, he said America didn't get a good look at the real Trace Adkins. He said the real Trace -- faced with some of those notoriously nasty fellow contestants -- would've started a fistfight.

Furry worry

My husband is really great, but he is getting too hairy. His back is growing more hair every year.

Country cuisine

Visit this eatery on a holiday like Mother's Day, and it's clear that you're stepping into a local institution.

Last Call: Don't break 'the rules' for bars

Here are some bar-specific codes compiled from my research and observation. Consider this a refresher as the summer party season approaches.

Cheap eats: Manager's special

If summer sends you to the Anchorage 5th Avenue mall in search of shorts and sandals, save a couple bucks for lunch in the food court. Taco Palace serves up a mix of Mexican standards such as tostadas, nachos and chimichangas.

Down the Hatch: Shake off winter with new blood at Snow Goose brew pub

The smell of wet grain and the sound of heavy metal drift under the metal doors of Sleeping Lady Brewing Co.