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These Rival Gangs in Texas Are At War, And There’s Blood in the Streets
The rise of gang culture in Texas has been a steady one. The more prevalent gangs are, the more likely the average citizen is to cross paths with affiliated members. As the population of Texas has increased in size and diversity, so have the gangs of the Lone Star state.
High-End Dog Food Sold In Texas Recalled For Potential Salmonella And Listeria
For some pets, it's a medical necessity to feed them certain foods or prepare their food yourself. Some folks understandably want to improve their pet's longevity and are willing to pay for premium food in the hopes it will help. However, if you've been shelling out the big bucks for...
Pilot Makes Emergency Landing on Interstate, Fixes Plane, Takes Off Again [Watch]
For this incredible story, we head just outside Cheyenne, Wy., to a (fortunately) desolate part of Interstate 25. The Dutton family was driving to their daughter's softball game, just minding their own business, when an airplane began to land on the highway right in front of them. Wyoming Highway Patrol...
Uncover the Secrets Behind the Old Trusted Texas Barn Owl Myths
Last night, at 2:30 AM, I was awakened by a familiar haunting sound, someone kept asking “Hoo? Hoo?” It was not a dream. As I woke up, I realized a barn owl was perched just outside my bedroom window, its claws gripping the brick. But what did this night visitor want? Was it a messenger of wisdom, or something more ominous?
Keith Urban Epically Pranked Nicole Kidman at the Met Gala [Watch]
Take a look through photos of Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman at red carpet and industry events over the years, and you're bound to notice a theme: These two are always holding hands. Their physical affection is a sweet testament to their enduring love for each other — and it...
Ector County’s 40-Year-Old Cold Case Finally Solved!!!
Solving a cold case is rare, especially a 40-year-old cold case. Velma Nesset went missing in 1982 and her family and friends finally have some answers. Velma was an employee at the Permian Mall, who would walk to and from work. On April 19, 1982, she never showed up for her shift. Her family and co-workers grew worried and filed a report with the Odessa Police Department. Velma's body was found later in a drainage culvert in the 4200 block of Tanglewood partially nude. She had been sexually assaulted and murdered.
Why Is Nerds Candy Called Nerds? The Sweet Reason Will Make You Smile.
While doing some “research” for an article called 16 Totally Awesome '80s Candies We Were Obsessed With, I stumbled across something that took me right back. You can’t make that list without mentioning the iconic candy, Nerds—but it brought back memories for a whole other reason.
Is it Legal to Pee in Public in Texas?
We've all had that moment when out having a good time in a Texas city, we need to pee really bad but there isn't a bathroom anywhere close. We have to do the next best thing and dip into an alley out of sight of everyone else and relieve ourselves. No, it's not the most sanitary thing to do but it sure beats peeing our pants. Problem is, if you're caught doing it, there could be some serious consequences that could stick with you for the rest of your life. Let's look at what legal trouble you could get into for peeing in public.
Mansion Where Kenny Rogers Spent Last Days Up for Sale — See Inside! [Pictures]
The Atlanta-area mansion where Kenny Rogers spent his final days is now up for sale for just under $2.5 million, and pictures show a lavish estate that is well worth that price. Rogers was country music's real estate king during his life, buying and selling a number of top-notch estates...
Are You Breaking the Law with Your Garbage in Texas?
Growing up in West Odessa off of Palomino and Moss, there are things you notice but don't register because it is so common. As a kid, I would volunteer with Keep Odessa Beautiful to pick up litter but it still felt like just a part of Odessa. I got older and started traveling further from Texas. This is when I realized Texas has a big litter problem.
12 Exotic and Possibly Dangerous Animals You Can Legally Own In Texas
Many folks in Texas have dogs or cats as pets, but did you know there are 12 exotic animals you can legally own in the Lone Star State?. My wife and I have two boxer dogs and three cats and it can be quite the circus as we take care of them each day. So quite honestly I can't imagine having to take care of any of these animals on this list every day.
Aaron Watson Reveals His Mother Almost Died
Aaron Watson is feeling grateful for close family bonds after his mother suffered a near-death experience. The Texas country singer opened up about his mom's health battle on social media, posting a closeup photo of his hand holding hers as he sits at her bedside. "We almost lost mom on...
Once-Popular Home Food Delivery Service Shutting Down For Good
A home food delivery service that was once the predominant name in the industry is closing up shop. For more than 70 years, Yelloh has been hauling frozen food to homes across the U.S., but you might recognize the company by a much different name. Crowded And Changing Market. You...
Riley Keough Says Lisa Marie Presley ‘Died of a Broken Heart’
In a new interview with People, Lisa Marie Presley's daughter Riley Keough says that her brother Benjamin's 2020 death played a big role in their mother's death. "My mom tried her best to find strength for me and my younger sisters after Ben died, but we knew how much pain she was in," Keough relates. "My mom physically died from the after effects of her surgery, but we all knew she died of a broken heart."
Viral Video Shows Child Guzzling a Beer at University of Texas Football Game
The internet is going nuts over a video of a child chugging a beer at a recent college football game. The moment was captured at a University of Texas football game. The clip shows a child lifting a canned beverage to her mouth several times. Although the drink is nestled in an orange can cooler sleeve, the colors at the top of the can are very similar to that of a Michelob Ultra.
The 20 Saddest Country Songs of the 1980s
In the 1980s, more than ever before, country artists and songwriters were perfecting the art of the story song. They learned to draw fans with a gripping narrative — and often, that made already sad songs even more compelling and tragic. Stars like Reba McEntire, Willie Nelson, George Strait...
Fatal Milk Warning, New Texas Recall For Dangerous Contaminate
The most important goal in any Texas home is keeping their family safe from outside dangers, and nothing is scarier than finding out something you brought into your home and placed on the dinner table could potential kill one of the people you love the most. We bring children into a very dangerous world, and it our responsibility to prepare them for life outside the walls of our house, which is why we want there to be minimum risk to their wellbeing while they are home.
Riley Green Reveals 2025 Tour Dates, Featuring Ella Langley
Riley Green is headed out on the road in 2025, and he's bringing some very special country music friends with him. The singer announced his 2025 Damn Country Music tour on Wednesday (Sept. 25), unfurling a string of 20+ dates that will begin late next March. The trek begins with a Canadian leg, and then will extend through the U.S. over the summer, wrapping up with an amphitheater date in Nampa, Ida. on Aug. 23.
A Message To Those Who Drive I-20 Between Abilene & Dallas
I'd prefer not to die in a car accident. Wrapped in a twisted mess of metal on the Texas highway is not how I want to go. I've seen the ugly side of car wrecks. When I was growing up, I was involved in an accident that involved a fatality. That's a rough thing to go through. It messed me up for a long time. Vehicles can be killing machines. Just ask anyone who has ever been involved in a serious crash or a family member of someone who lost their life.
Hardy Goes on Expletive-Filled Rant Aimed at People Who Don’t Like America [Watch]
Hardy is fired up, and he has no problem letting us know. The country singer was opening for Morgan Wallen in Knoxville, Tenn., over the weekend when he stopped his show to address the notion that some people aren't thrilled with living in America. Now, be warned before you play...
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