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Journey Cancels Fall 2024 U.K. Tour Amid New Legal Woes
Journey has apparently backed out of the U.K. and Ireland leg of their 50th anniversary tour. These shows are now listed as canceled on Ticketmaster; their London concert no longer appears on the O2's website. Meanwhile, ticket holders were also reportedly receiving emails today confirming that the 11-date fall trek...
Here’s When The Farmer’s Almanac Predicts The First 2024 Frost For Texas
All of us in Texas are pretty much tired of the heat aren't we?. It's been a long summer in the Lone Star State, and most of us are simply waiting for relief. So are our air conditioners, which have to have broken down at least once during these triple digit days. So fall temperatures are set to be welcomed with open arms.
Can I Legally Use Someone Else’s Dumpster In Texas?
Ever found yourself with bags full of trash and an eye on that empty dumpster down the street? In Texas, like in many places, tossing your junk into someone else's dumpster might seem like a quick, easy fix. But before you lift that lid and unload, let's talk about whether this sneaky move is legal in the Lone Star State.
Harris Chooses Walz as Running Mate in Upcoming Election
Kamala Harris now has a running mate for the upcoming election. The Associated Press is reporting Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is set to become the pick for vice president. The 60-year-old Walz has served as Minnesota's governor since 2019. He spent time in Congress in the early 2000s following a career in the military and as a high school teacher.
Step Inside This Haunted Texas Cemetery For A Good Scare
I'll be totally honest. Cemeteries have always creeped me out a bit. I don't know what it is. Growing up I remember visiting the graves of family members and feeling uneasy. Cemeteries seem harmless enough and many are in beautiful settings. Still, there's something about cemeteries. If there's a haunted...
Pete Townshend Wants a Who Reunion but Does Roger Daltrey?
Pete Townshend has said he hopes the Who returns for farewell dates before they "crawl off and die." Whether they'd be touring behind a follow-up to 2019's Who is another matter. Bandmate Roger Daltrey doesn't seem interested in a return to the studio – and Townshend's isn't in the mood...
Abilene Beer Summit 2024 Features Craft Brews, Live Music, And Fun For A Cause
Calling all Texas craft beer enthusiasts. The Abilene Beer Summit is back to benefit New Horizons with a new location. Get ready for this buzz-worthy event that helps out our local kids. What is the Abilene Beer Summit?. The Abilene Beer Summit is 'Abilene's Craft Beer Experience', featuring over 100...
Watch John Mayer Play Dead and Company Show With Damaged Finger
John Mayer can be seen playing guitar and taking solos during Dead & Company’s most recent show, despite having one finger strapped up. He recently injured the index finger of his left hand but vowed it wouldn’t be an issue when he hit the stage as the band nears the end of its residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas.
These Poor Rescued Spider Monkeys Find Safe Haven at Abilene Zoo
As an animal lover, it breaks my heart when I hear of stories like this, and at the same time I am thrilled to share that the Abilene Zoo has taken in four young spider monkeys rescued from the illegal pet trade. These four fur babies include two females, around 11 months old, and two males, that are only 6 months old. Each one of them were rescued by authorities in separate incidents and are now in great care by the Abilene Zoo.
Carrying a Pocket Knife? Make Sure You’re Not Breaking Texas Law!
I see it all the time around West Texas, someone openly carrying a knife or a handgun, and while it is currently legal, you must be 21 years of age or older and not convicted of, or charged with a felony. This past weekend while broadcasting live on location I saw a young man carrying a good-sized pocket knife. I asked him if he hunted or fished and he said no I'm a gamer.
Does Mustard Belong On Or In Chili? The Debate Roars In Longview, Texas
Being on the radio in Tyler, Texas, and answering the request lines, you never know what kind of question you are going to get when you hit the button to answer the blinking phone line. Now I'm not afraid of the question because there's no such thing as a dumb...
Texas, Massive Fortune 500 Company Now Moving Here From California
Houston, Texas will be immediately welcoming a very affluent new resident as news has now broken that Chevron will be relocating from the bay area of California to Space City, with an expectation that all of the top brass will have moved by the end of this year. Along with...
Texas Native Kevin Fowler To Play In Clyde America Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day Weekend in Texas will be one for the books when Kevin Fowler hits the stage in the town local folks call "Clyde America". Landmark Travel Center, Wise Street Helpers Organization, and the 5th Annual Post-COVID Labor Day Cook-Off present Kevin Fowler at Clyde Lake on Saturday, August 31st.
Texas Adoption Attorney Attempted to Sell Unborn Children
This is a very disturbing story from North Texas! According to cbsnews.com, the founder of a North Texas adoption agency has been arrested on allegations of paying pregnant female inmates in the Tarrant County Jail to put their unborn babies up for adoption. Jody Hall is the head of a company that is called Adoptions International Inc.
WATCH: Driver In Texas Barely Avoids Getting Hit By Train
Being near train tracks can be somewhat annoying for individuals in Texas. For some, they can get through train tracks with not having to wait for passing train. Or, they may go over the tracks before a passing train comes through. But some of us simply get stuck behind the crossing signs.
You’re Using the Word ‘Weird’ All Wrong and Don’t Even Realize It
"Weird" has a long history that is rather, well, weird. The while the word has been around for centuries, the meaning behind it has shifted throughout time from being a compliment to a descriptor for something deemed unusual or out of he ordinary. Origin Of 'Weird'. When we use the...
Chicago Announces Fall 2024 Tour Dates
Chicago has announced more tour dates for later this year, scheduled for October and November. The band has already been on the road for much of this year, co-headlining the Heart & Soul Tour with Earth, Wind & Fire, which ends Sept. 7. But Chicago is slated to continue touring the U.S. through the rest of the summer into early fall, and they've now revealed even more American tour dates, plus a few in Canada.
Hit The Jackpot With Texas’ Most Popular Lottery Numbers
Who doesn't want to win the lottery? I've never heard a "no thanks, I'll pass." The Texas Lottery is exciting for millions of Texans hoping to strike it rich with the winning numbers. I've had the same burning question as others: Are there certain numbers drawn more frequently? Is there an edge to be had here? Because if there is, I want in on it.
Watch Metallica Cover Neil Diamond’s ‘Sweet Caroline’ in Concert
Metallica's Robert Trujillo and Kirk Hammett gave Boston sports fans a treat Sunday night by leading a "Sweet Caroline" sing-along during the band's Gillette Stadium concert. For over two decades, Neil Diamond's Top 5 1969 hit has been a fixture at Boston's Fenway Park, with fans singing along with the song in the middle of the eighth inning of every Red Sox game.
Texas Prison Talk: Learn The Lingo With These 10 Slang Terms
Here in the Lone Star State, the language spoken behind the bars of Texas prisons is as unique as the state itself. If you've ever been curious about life on the inside or a fan of gritty prison documentaries, understanding this jargon can be like learning a whole new language.
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