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Why Are Lamar Jackson and Troy Aikman in a Legal Battle?
The three time Super Bowl Champion and the current Ravens starting quarterback are fighting in court right now. Looking at Lamar Jackson and Troy Aikman, you wouldn't think the two have a lot in common. Other than both being NFL quarterbacks. The two players careers are literally separated by decades, so why are they currently in a legal battle?
A Close Look at a Terrifying North Texas Tornado
Storm chasers in North Texas got up close and personal with a twister. I don’t know how they do it. I watch a lot of storm chasers’ videos on social media and all I can think is that they’re going in the exact opposite direction I would if I were in that situation.
An Open Letter to Louisiana Waffle Houses – About This Weekend
I know you're surprised to be hearing from the likes of me, especially at this time of day. I know our time together is usually on the "dark side" of the clock. It's during the nighttime hours that you have always been a beacon of light, a beacon of hope, a beacon of bacon at two in the morning. I want you to know, that our time, especially at that time of day has been really important to me.
Louisiana Ranked as Hardest Place to Save
Forbes Advisor has released a new study, ranking states by how difficult it is to save money as a resident of each respective state. According to the original research, the national personal savings rate has decreased from 20% in 2020 to 3.8% as of January 2024. The ranking for each state, plus the District of Columbia, is determined based on indicators in these key categories: income, debt, cost of living, taxes, and housing.
Sky High Pay for These Shreveport Teaching Jobs
SHREVEPORT, LA – With school set to begin in just a few weeks, one Shreveport school is trying to fill some jobs and the salaries are sky high. You might recall the Caddo School Board has agreed to the State Education Department plan to bring in a private company to run Fair Park Middle School. 3rd Future is now trying to fill openings at the Shreveport school.
Another Drawdown Of Lake Bistineau Set To Begin This Month
It won't be long now, Lake Bistineau will be reduced to Bayou Dorcheat and an assortment of swamp-like areas. It would appear that summer is nearly over for those who enjoy water sports like fishing or skiing on Lake Bistineau in Northwest Louisiana. Lake Bistineau State Park recently posted on...
Masked Rider and a Dog Named ‘Pig': Oldest University Mascots In Texas
Texas has many universities throughout the state with infamous mascots known worldwide, but few can boast mascots 100 years or older. Steeped in tradition and brimming with school pride, these are some of the oldest university mascots in Texas. Texas A&M. The name 'Reveille' has been passed from canine to...
Louisiana Cruise Guests – Don’t Do It One Risk You Shouldn’t Take
Cruise ship vacations are supposed to be a relaxing getaway from the normal day-to-day routine of life. And for Louisiana cruisers, it doesn't matter if you're sailing from New Orleans, Galveston, Mobile, or one of the many cruise ports in Florida. For a lot of travelers, an ocean cruise is a great way to enjoy gourmet dining, relaxing sunshine, and seeing a variety of destinations while only unpacking once.
Weather Service Warns – Excessive Rain This Weekend in Louisiana
The Weather Prediction Center has issued an ominous alert for cities such as Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Lake Charles, and Shreveport. That alert which covers the entire state over the next three days suggests that several "life-threatening" weather events could occur and residents should be prepared. The catalyst for...
Hall Pass Cash: Get Ready for a New School Year With Your Chance to Win a $500 Prepaid Visa Gift Card
Back-to-school shopping may be fun but it's not cheap! We're giving you a chance to get your budget out of detention with those much-needed back-to-school funds. You could score a $500 prepaid Visa Gift Card. That's enough to buy:. 4,411 no. 2 pencils. 29 Trapper Keepers. 250 3-subject spiral notebooks.
LOOK: 28 Texas Cold Case Murders Have Been Solved Since 2019
I'm an avid watcher of TV shows such as NCIS, Law & Order, and the various CSI dramas. I enjoy them, but I realize that the breakneck speed at which they can solve crimes is a massive exaggeration of how things play out with detectives in the real world. Yes,...
16 Louisiana Words Most People Always Mispronounce
Most of the names when it comes to streets, places, or waterways in Louisiana are hard to pronounce because they are not in English. If you don't read Native American, French, Creole, or Spanish languages, For the record, nothing sounds the way it's spelled and nothing be spelled the way it sounds.
Louisiana Costco Shoppers Not Thrilled with Food Court Change
If you Google the question "How many Costco stores are there in Louisiana" you will find out that, according to "the Google" there are three locations of the giant warehouse-style retailer. Lafayette has a Costco. Baton Rouge has a Costco. And New Orleans has a Costco too, the New Orleans location is supposed to be something special but I have never been so we will take the Internet's word for it.
This Comic Artist Brings His Creepy Work to Shreveport
Shreveport's comic con, Geek'd Con, is coming back to Downtown Shreveport this August. The 2024 Geek'd Con will take place August 16th, 17th, and 18th, at the Shreveport Convention Center. Tickets for this year's Geek'd Con are available right now. You can get yours here. The guest lineup will include...
Your Complete Guide to This Texas City’s Most Exciting Kermés Events
It’s the most wonderful time of the year here in El Paso! Especially if you’re a fan of delicious gorditas!. Kermés season is back in the borderland. If you’ve been dreaming of indulging in delicious gorditas, playing some fun Kermés games, and just hanging out with others in your community then the following list is something you’ve been waiting for!
Disney Comic Book Artist Coming to Shreveport
Shreveport's comic con, Geek'd Con, is coming back to Downtown Shreveport this August. The 2024 Geek'd Con will take place August 16th, 17th, and 18th, at the Shreveport Convention Center. Tickets for this year's Geek'd Con are available right now. You can get yours here: https://geekdcon.ticketspice.com/geekd-con-2024 and Vendor Booths are...
The Spice You Should Always Use to Keep Cockroaches Out of Your House
This popular spice may offer a surprising solution if you want to keep cockroaches out of your Dallas or Tyler, Texas home. I don't know what it is about roaches that evoke such a strong repulsion in most of us, but they do. It's not that they will bite you or sting you, like spiders or wasps. But they seem to suggest a sense of filth that disgusts us. I get it.
Don’t Pack These Items If You’re Flying Out of Texas
Texas is a wonderful state with so many things to do and see but if you live in Texas, you still want to go explore what else is out there. But it’s great because Texas has so many large airports it’s easy to catch a flight wherever you want to explore. But whether you’re traveling out of the country, or you want to stay somewhere in the states there are some rules you need to follow as far as not bringing a few items to any airport in Texas.
What It Means if You See a McDonald’s With Black Arches Instead of Yellow?
Oh, you thought all McDonald's arches were golden?. The McDonald's logo is right up there with Nike and Target in terms of being instantly recognizable. In fact, you don't even need to see the business name to know what it is. A pair of golden arches lets a hungry traveler...
Texas High School Named One Of Most Expensive In America
All parents in Texas want to ensure that their children have access to the greatest education possible. Additionally, some wealthy families decide to pay for their child's education at a private institution. One Texas high school was recently listed as one of the most expensive in the US, meaning that tuition there might cost parents as much as a college education.
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