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Why BTO Ditched Their Famous Neon Stage Sign in the Desert
Back in the 70s part of takin' care of business for Bachman-Turner Overdrive meant performing underneath a large steel replica of the band's gear-shaped logo, with flashing lights -- a visual gimmick as heavy as the opening chords of "Not Fragile" or "Four Wheel Drive." The quartet used the prop...
This Is The Number One Best Hotel Pool In Texas
Every day, many new people visit the state of Texas. The variety of reasons is endless. Some could be visiting family, or they could visiting the area for a job interview. Whatever the reason, somebody will potentially see the Lone Star State for the first time. But when somebody makes...
3 Spirits Inhabit This Old Haunted Restaurant In Texas
Most of the time when you think of haunted locations it's usually a cemetery or perhaps an old hospital. The truth is, that just about any place can be haunted. Even restaurants. That's the case for the old Catfish Plantation restaurant in Waxahachie Texas. This old residence was converted into an eatery and is riddled with ghostly activity. Had you ever wanted to break bread with a ghost, this was the place for you. The restaurant is now closed, but the house still stands and it's talking.
Death Row In Texas: 5 Surprising Facts You May Not Know
When it comes to talking about capital punishment in the United States, Texas often leads the conversation. Known for its high number of executions, the state's view of death row can be surprising and controversial. I was curious to know more and got started with plenty of information from the...
Top 20 ’80s Kiss Songs
Kiss started the '80s in free fall and spent the first two years of the decade alienating a staggeringly large portion of the impressive rock music fan base they had built in the '70s by unabashedly chasing even greater mainstream fame. After weathering the departure of their two fellow founding...
Axl Rose, Slash and Dee Snider Guest on New Michael Schenker Album
Axl Rose, Slash and Dee Snider will be among the artists guesting on Michael Schenker’s upcoming album. Due to arrive on Sept. 20, My Years With UFO features 11 classic tracks from across the guitarist’s time with the band. Rose sings on “Love to Love” while Slash contributes...
‘Petty Country’ Earns Acclaim From Mike Campbell: Interview
Country music is in the DNA of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' catalog. Decades ago, before the Heartbreakers even existed in their full form, Petty was playing country songs in what he would later describe as "real redneck country" Floridian bars, trying to earn a living as a burgeoning performer.
The Only Thing You Can Legally Toss Out Your Car Window in Texas
Does anybody else hate it when someone uses our Texas roads like an ashtray? Anytime I see someone flick a butt out their window, I get so angry that I wanna flick them right in their nose. And no, folks, the still-smoking vessel of your dwindling cigarette is not the...
July 2024 New Music Releases
Deep Purple returns with new music, while expanded reissues offer deep dives into albums by Van Halen, John Lennon and the Police. The list of July new music releases also includes live recordings from Pete Townshend, Styx and Foreigner, among others. Deep Purple's Bob Ezrin-produced =1 is their first LP...
Shocking Image Projected on Texas Church Causes Outrage
I was browsing the r/Texas subreddit on Reddit.com today and came across an interesting image, it's the front of a church with a projection of what I presume is a father and daughter holding hands with a caption that reads, "Daddy, you wouldn't vote for a rapist would you?" The...
Join the Fun at the 2024 Fort Griffin Fandangle in Albany!
The 85th Annual Fort Griffin Fandangle in Albany is taking place from June 21st through June 30th. The Fandangle is a community production that brings together the people in and around Albany to tell the true story and history of the life and times of Fort Griffin. The Fandangle is...
Video From Texas Shows How Even The Fish Have State Pride
Those who live in the state of Texas feel much pride living here. From what the state brings to nation, to the individuals who make the Lone Star State what it is, there's a lot to be proud of. For example, when somebody is wearing a cowboy hat, you immediately think Texas right? But that's just one of the many things of course.
Viral Travel Hack Could Actually Get You Banned From Your Next Flight
Let's face it, airline travel is awful most of the time. Unless you're doling out the big bucks for first class, you've probably been tempted to seek out some travel hacks on social media. There's just one problem with that. You, of course, can't trust everyone online. Airport Pillow Hack...
ERCOT Now Warning Texas Be Prepared For Rolling Blackouts
During summer last year ERCOT was practically begging Texas residents to conserve power any way they could possibly think of to keep energy consumption at a manageable level to prevent electrical loss from gripping the entire state. ERCOT is the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, and even though we have not technically hit the first day of summer yet, Texas has once again likely gained another half of a million plus new residents and therefore consumers of electricity than we had last year.
Check Out Grapevine’s Dino Adventure: Weekend Fun for the Family!
Summer is here, and so are the dinosaurs! I love this event, it's the Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau's "All Tracks Lead to Grapevine." This prehistoric adventure, running from June 3rd to July 31st, promises to be a hit with visitors of all ages. Imagine stepping back a million years...
Yngwie Malmsteen Announces 40th-Anniversary Tour
Yngwie Malmsteen will embark on a North American tour to commemorate 40 years of his solo career. The trek begins on Sept. 26 in Fort Myers, Florida, and is currently set to run through Nov. 18 in New York City, with more shows to be announced. Kurt Deimer will provide support. More ticketing information will be available at Malmsteen's website. You can see the full list of dates below.
What To Do If You Find An Opossum In Your Yard In Amarillo, Texas
I'm not a fan of opossums. Their superpower is their terrifyingly ugly features. They aren't aggressive and don't carry rabies, but their looks are enough to make me have a total existential crisis. Recently, I had a run with an opossum and I learned a few helpful tips for dealing with them.
The Decline of Pay Phones in Every State
There were over 2.1 million pay phones in the U.S. at their peak in 1999, but now the technology is mostly relegated to nostalgia. Few wall-mounted pay phones linger in strip malls, and the silver and blue phone booths are mostly gone from the busy streets they once dotted in many parts of the U.S. Pay phones have become so rare that the FCC stopped requiring audits of them in 2018.
There May Be Hope For This Suffering National Restaurant Chain After All
Remember how we all shed a tear over the uncertain future of cheddar bay biscuits at Red Lobster last month?. There is now hope the seafood chain might not be hit as hard as initially thought by its recent bankruptcy filing. How Red Lobster Ended Up Filing For Bankruptcy. Rumblings...
These Legendary Celebrities Have Crafted Unique Alcohol Brands In Texas
Here in Texas, we have some of the biggest, most legendary, artists of all time from George Strait to ZZ Top to Post Malone. And because we Texans like our booze, it should be no surprise that these celebrities have stamped their name on some of the best that the Lone Star State offers.
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