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11 Country Songs That Address Depression/Mental Health
Currently in America, we are facing a mental health crisis. It's estimated that more than one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness. With that in mind, country music is a great way to not only address mental health, but to paint vivid images in the mind about mental health, due to it's uncanny ability to tell stories within its lyrics.
Why Is Texas Going To Have A State Office In Taiwan?
If you know anything about government or politics, then I'm sure you've heard of things such as embassies in different countries. The U.S. has them in plenty of different countries, and vice versa. However, have you ever heard of a state embassy in a different country? Texas is right in the middle of it.
Napping At Work? Texas Lands Inside The Top 10 Of Offenders.
Alright Texas, it's time to fess up. You can admit it, I promise I won't judge. It's something that has happened to all of us at one point or another, whether it was at school growing up, or at work. We've all been there. I know, the myriad of different...
Ernest Says He’s Taking a One-Month Hiatus From Music
Ernest is taking a short break from touring to focus on his family. The country singer shared the news in a social media post, explaining that while he loves performing for fans every night, the road has "taken its toll" on both him and his toddler son, Ryman. "I'm going...
Customers Livid After Costco Makes Change to Their Famed Rotisserie Chicken
In a world full of uncertainty, sometimes having your comfort things can help ease the pressures of life. If one of those comfort things for you is driving to your local Costco and finishing off a successful Costco run by grabbing and bringing home one of their famed rotisserie chickens, hold on to your britches.
Lil Nas X Admits He Thought His Barrier-Busting Hit ‘Old Town Road’ Was ‘Cringe’
Back in 2019, nothing was bigger — or more controversial — in country music than Lil Nas X's viral hit, "Old Town Road." The Atlanta-based rapper blazed onto the country social media space with the song, which paired a hip-hop beat with traditional country lyricism and imagery, and "Old Town Road" quickly began to organically rise up the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart — until Billboard removed it from consideration, deciding that the song wasn't sufficiently country to merit inclusion on the chart.
Amarillo Motorcycle Crashes Surge: Over 100 Accidents Reported in the Past Year
Amarillo is a growing city and as the city grows so does the traffic. In the summer a lot of that traffic is on two wheels. Summer brings out a multitude of motorcycles. There's a reason why so many campaigns are launched during the summer urging people to "Share the Road." According to the Texas Department of Transportation, in 2023, almost 600 riders died on Texas roads, and almost 2,500 were seriously injured in accidents.
Small Business Game-Changer: Affordable Health Insurance Now Available in Texas
When it comes to insurance, it is a necessary evil. However, a lot of businesses in Amarillo, Lubbock, and Midland/Odessa cannot afford to provide insurance to their employees or need a better option. Luckily, a new insurance option has made its way into Texas and is here to offer affordable...
The One Texas Olympic Athlete That Sits On A Mountain Of Gold
The Summer Olympics are kicking off in Paris, France this month. For those of us that remember, our eyes will be glued to the TV screen late at night after we've caught up on The Bear and House Of Dragons, chanting "USA!" while finishing off lukewarm beer and a bag of potato chips. When it comes to the summer games, Texas has quite the reputation for bringing home the gold. One Texan did it better than most.
Is Country Music The New Rebellion Genre?
While diehard fans have always known that country music is cool, there has been a surge of new fans crossing over into the genre. Much of this has been driven by artists such as Beyonce and Post Malone taking a swing at country-leaning projects, but perhaps there is another reason — rebellion.
Joe Bonsall’s Legacy in the Oak Ridge Boys Is WAY Bigger Than Just Music [Opinion]
When I read the news that Oak Ridge Boys singer Joe Bonsall had died on Tuesday (July 9), my first thought was sadness at the loss of someone everyone in country music will remember as one of the genuinely bright lights in the business. My second thought was, 'Wow ......
Michael Ray Caught Kissing a Reality Star — See the Photo!
Michael Ray hard launched a new relationship with reality star, Audrina Patridge. Patridge rose to fame after appearing in the hit reality series The Hills, which blew up in 2006. She also was an actress in some movies of the era, including Honey 2 and Into the Blue 2. The...
A New Amarillo Restaurant is Open and Already Great Reviews
It's not too often that an Amarillo restaurant kind of sneaks up on me but it happened. Oh, and the reviews I have seen online have been good. The new place? It is called Quattros. Now Quattros is located at 810 N Buchanan. It's just a few miles down from...
Area Near HGTV Homes Heavily Damaged By Hurricane Beryl
The effects of Hurricane Beryl making landfall in Texas are being felt in an area once featured on a popular HGTV TV show. Millions were left without power after Hurricane Beryl slammed parts of Texas on Monday. Photos from the area show heavy flooding along the coastline, including Surfside, Texas.
Country Stars Mourn Loss of Oak Ridge Boys Singer Joe Bonsall: ‘Heartbroken’
Longtime Oak Ridge Boys singer Joe Bonsall has died at the age of 76, and a number of his fellow country stars were among those who turned to social media to share their tributes to the late country legend. How Did Joe Bonsall Die?. Bonsall died on Tuesday (July 9)...
Will We Ever See All Trails Open At Palo Duro Canyon This Summer?
This summer has been tough for those hoping to go hiking in Palo Duro Canyon. There have been several instances of trails being closed because of the sporadic rains we've been getting. Recently, we got more rain and more closures at Palo Duro Canyon. Will we ever see all the trails fully open at Palo Duro Canyon this summer?
Shaboozey Sets a Billboard First
Records were made to be broken and country music got to see another first this week as Shaboozey has hit the top of the Billboard Hot 100 charts with his smash hit "A Bar Song (Tipsy)." That is on the heels of the song going to the top spot on...
Remember When Post Malone Turned His Utah Mansion Into a Doomsday Bunker?
If the world should end during Post Malone's lifetime, he knows exactly where he will be — right at home in Utah. When the rapper purchased a gorgeous home in Cottonwood Heights in 2018, he went to work turning it into doomsday bunker. And while he has yet to reveal specific details about his end-of-the-world amenities, he says the home is "gonna be fun until the world ends, but when the world ends, it's gonna be functional."
Tragedy Hits Newly Opened Amarillo Restaurant
This should be a time that we are rejoicing with so many new restaurants in Amarillo. We have also had to endure the closing of some we really loved as well. It seems that as some close we celebrate the new ones. That should be what we are doing. We...
Oak Ridge Boys Singer Joe Bonsall Dead at 76
Joe Bonsall, a tenor singer and longtime member of the Oak Ridge Boys, died on Tuesday (July 9) of complications from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS.) He was 76 years old. His death was announced in a statement from the band's publicity team. Bonsall announced his retirement from touring back in January due to the progression of his illness.
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