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Watch Texas Man Bust a Move During Flooding Rain
Texas Man’s Epic Dance Moves Bring Joy Amidst Houston Flooding. During a torrential downpour that left much of Houston underwater, one local resident decided to turn the gloomy weather into a cause for celebration. As rain poured down and streets began to flood, a man was caught on camera...
Get Ready Wichita Falls, Texas Law Enforcement Step Up Efforts on Speeding
If you're someone that has got the need for speed, may want to ease up on the gas pedal the next few weeks. Every day since November 7, 2000 someone has died on a Texas road. Sadly, many of these deaths could have been avoided. The State of Texas has determined that 1/5 of crashes in our state, speed was the highest factor for the crash. Speeding typically happens when the weather is nicer in Texas. So law enforcement will be out more frequently the next few weeks once Operation Slow Down begins.
Toby Keith’s Will Filing Reveals How He Kept His Family Safe
Toby Keith went to extraordinary lengths to keep his family safe during his lifetime, and his wife has asked a court to extend those protections by keeping certain aspects of his will private. In Touch has obtained court documents that show Keith's wife, Tricia Covel, filed papers asking the Oklahoma...
The Price of Postage Is About to Go Up… Again
The next time you grab a book of stamps or head to the post office to send something off, expect to pay more. The United States Postal Service announced their postage rates are increasing for the second time this year and changes are expected to go into effect on Sunday, July 14.
Texas Rangers Announce Huge Upgrades for All Star Week in Arlington
It won't just be another day at the ballpark if you plan on going to All Star week festivities. The Texas Rangers unveiled some cool things that are set to debut next week. Looks like twenty chefs are flying into Arlington to make some exclusive menu items for All Star Week. You can see what some of them look like above. Here is a brief description of some of the new food fans will be able to try.
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.
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.
Alpine Firefighter Arrested for Arson
A volunteer firefighter in Alpine, TX was arrested recently on charges of arson that, surprisingly, have been happening for quite a few weeks. A recent wildfire that sparked concern was in late April when a fire was left to burn 33 acres along U.S. 90 before the fire department was able to contain it. This odd occurrence was deemed non-accidental, triggering an investigation into the event and those events to follow.
Here Are The Stores Dropping Halloween Decorations In July
Now that the Fourth of July has passed, people can now start focusing on the next mega American holiday: Halloween. Several stores across the country have already started putting this year's spooky season collections on store shelves. Every year, it looks like decorations for holidays keep getting put out earlier...
Dolly Parton Sells Her Charming California Cabin — See Inside! [Pictures]
Dolly Parton has sold her cozy California cabin, and pictures show a property that's as charming and down-home as she is. The 78-year-old country icon listed her 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom, 1,800-square-foot cabin in Idyllwild, Calif., for $499,000 on June 4, according to online property sites. She accepted an offer and the deal went into pending on June 17, and finally closed on July 1.
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.
Whataburger Hosting Fortnite Tournament With Their Own Map
Fans have a chance to thousands from Whataburger by playing Fortnite. Check Out the Custom Whataburger Fortnite Map Below. Well Whataburger is going virtual in Fortnite. Fans can download this custom map using the code 6619-8313-5969. The map is called Breakfast in Bedwars and fans will be competing on this map in a few weeks for a chance to win thousands of dollars. The map is officially open until July 14th for fans to know the play field before an official qualifier goes down on July 15th. The final competition will be held on July 22nd.
Some Oklahoma Grocery Stores Now Have Ammo Vending Machines
Next time you make a grocery list, you could add ammo along with your milk and eggs. State of the Art Ammo Vending Machines Popping Up in Oklahoma. Back in 2023, a new ammo company started up with the intention of making purchasing ammo safe and convenient. American Rounds has started putting up vending machines in the Midwest, with Oklahoma actually having the most locations. Kingston, Lindsay, Noble, and Wetumka grocery stores have a vending machine near the entrance of the grocery store.
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...
Hilarious Video of Texas Man Sailing in Shopping Cart During Hurricane
You never know what you’ll encounter on the roadways in Texas. The guy in the video below is the perfect example of making lemonade when life gives you lemons. Most people would be freaking out with a hurricane bearing down on them with no vehicle to use to evacuate the area.
Oil Platform Team Surprised by Dozens of Sharks in Texas Gulf
Oil Platform Crew Captures Mesmerizing Shark Encounter in Gulf of Mexico. Imagine being part of an oil platform team, going about your usual day, when suddenly, you look out into the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico and see dozens of sharks gracefully swimming by. This is precisely what...
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.
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