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When JD Vance saw Donald Trump was shot he put down his putter and went looking for his guns

When Trump was shot Vance was mini-golfing with his family in Cincinnati.

When former President Donald Trump was shot in the ear at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, JD Vance, his soon-to-be running mate, was mini-golfing with his family in Cincinnati.

Vance, who lives in Cincinnati’s East Walnut Hills neighborhood, told the story on Joe Rogan’s podcast, “The Joe Rogan Experience,” on Thursday.

“I actually thought they had killed him because when you first see the video he grabs his ear and then he goes down,” Vance recalled after seeing the video of Trump’s July 13 rally. “I’m like, ‘Oh my God, they just killed him.'”

After seeing the video, the Ohio senator said he brought his family back to their Cincinnati home and grabbed his guns.

“At first I was so pissed, but then I go into like fight or flight mode with my kids … We were at a mini golf place in Cincinnati, Ohio. I grab my kids up, throw them in the car, go home and load all my guns. And basically stand like a sentry in our front door, and that was my reaction to it,” he said.

Vance’s neighbors previously told The Enquirer they noticed more security outside at his home after the assassination attempt. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine reportedly approved additional law enforcement to monitor the residence.

Days before the rally, Trump told Vance he was a front-runner for his vice president and suggested they go to Butler together and announce him as VP, Vance said. But Trump ultimately decided against that, saying they needed more time to prepare an announcement. He picked Vance as his vice president two days later on July 15.

Vance’s 3-hour interview with Rogan aired almost one week after Trump also appeared on the podcast.

Another Florida hotspot is getting a Tiger Woods-backed PopStroke

The franchise will pay more than $440,000 in annual rent for the location.

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The modern miniature golf course franchise PopStroke, which is backed by Tiger Woods, is adding yet another hot spot to its growing roster of locations.

According to a story in the Palm Beach Post, part of the USA Today Network, a 2025 opening date is expected for a Palm Beach location that will be built on airport property at the southwestern intersection of Australian Avenue and Belvedere Road, adjacent to Palm Beach International Airport.

According to the story, the franchise will pay more than $440,000 in annual rent for the location, although that price could be readjusted. The county will also get a percentage of gross revenues, which could drive the rent higher.

Here’s more from the story:

The agreement calls for a payment equal to 4% of annual gross revenues up to $10 million, plus 2% of annual gross revenues exceeding $10 million. If revenue calculations exceed the flat amount, PopStroke will have to pay the higher figure.

The project includes two 18-hole mini-golf courses that will feature jumbotron screens, music and a mobile app delivery of drinks. It will also feature an open-air building with a full-service restaurant, a rooftop pool and multiple bars, including one centered in the middle of the golf area.

It’s the second golf-themed entertainment venue that will be constructed next to the airport in recent years. Drive Shack, a high-tech driving range with an upscale sports-bar environment, opened in 2020 at 1710 Belvedere Road. And not too far away, The Park, a 192-acre public golf course, debuted this spring at 7301 Georgia Ave.

Dylana Silver-O’Brien, PopStroke’s marketing vice president, said the company was attracted to the airport site because it is centrally located. More than 6 million passengers a year fly in and out of Palm Beach International Airport.

PopStroke Glendale Arizona
PopStroke has opened its seventh location in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo: Todd Kelly/Golfweek)

The upscale putting and dining venue has plans for a number of new locations to be opened in 2024, with most of the announcements coming months after TaylorMade Golf Company made a deal with the company to push PopStroke’s value to $650 million.

Four venues already under construction or completed include Scottsdale, Arizona; Delray Beach, Florida; Tuscaloosa, Alabama; and Las Vegas.

Popstroke will also expand to Nashville, Tennessee, and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, as well as Dallas, San Antonio and College Station, Texas. Florida will also add additional venues in Orlando/Winter Garden and Daytona Beach.

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A Pixar-themed mini-golf course keeps making the rounds — and it’s in Philadelphia next

Following stops in New York City, Houston and more, Pixar Putt opens in Philadelphia in July.

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If you’ve always dreamed of spending a summer day surrounded by your favorite Pixar pals, look no further than Pixar Putt, coming to Philadelphia this summer.

Are you a “Toy Story” fanatic? Is “Coco” one of your favorite animated movies? Did “Inside Out” make you sob uncontrollably in theaters?

If you gave a resounding yes to those questions, then Pixar Putt is the perfect day trip for you.

Following stops in New York City, Houston, San Antonio, Chicago, Denver and Fort Lauderdale, Pixar Putt is an 18-hole mini-golf course opening in the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia in July.

The open-air course, co-presented by Rockefeller Studios and TEG Life Like Touring, is filled with interactive, Instagram-worthy stops inspired by the stories of some of the most beloved Pixar Films.

Walk up to the tee on the iconic guitar from “Coco,” say ‘Hey’ to Woody and Buzz Lightyear from the “Toy Story” franchise, putt on the jazzy piano keys from “Soul” and check out the balloon house from “Up” as you make your way through the course.

Following stops in New York City, Houston, San Antonio, Chicago, Denver and Fort Lauderdale, Pixar Putt is coming to Philadelphia to take movie fans to infinity and beyond! The pop-up, open-air mini-golf experience will take over the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing, starting with previews on July 1st and the official grand opening on July 6. The course will run through Oct. 1, 2023. Provided By Rockefeller Sports & Events

Other Pixar easter eggs you can find scattered around the grounds include nods to:

“Turning Red.”
“Lightyear.”
“The Incredibles.”
“Monsters, Inc.”
“Finding Nemo.”
“A Bug’s Life.”
“Wall-E.”
“Inside Out.”
And many more!

The whimsical pop-up begins with previews on July 1 before holding a grand opening on July 6. It will run through Oct. 1.

The course will be open daily for all ages from noon to 10 p.m. (last entry at 8:30 p.m.). Pixar Putt After Dark is open for guests 18 years of age and older, Thursday through Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m.

Plus, who doesn’t want to spend a hole-in-one evening seeing the world of “Ratatouille” from Remy’s eyes?

Children tickets cost $24.75 to $26.75, adults’ tickets cost $29.75 to $31.75 and After Dark tickets cost $31.75. Family packs and military discounts are available. Booking in advance is recommended.

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