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Here’s 5 Traffic Violations Texans Get Ticketed For The Most
Driving in Texas like anywhere else, requires obeying traffic laws designed to keep everyone safe out on the road. However, some laws are violated more frequently than others, leading to accidents and the dreaded traffic ticket. In a blog from Aceable, they've listed out some of these commonly violated laws....
7 Animals That Could Soon Go Extinct in Texas
As an animal lover, it's sad knowing that many more animals are going extinct in Texas than one might think. Before searching the internet a bit, I figured that there would be a few endangered species in Texas, but instead, I found out that there are over 200 species (plants and animals) that are either threatened or endangered in the state, as shown on a list created by the Texas Parks and Wildlife. Keep in mind that this is ONLY the list for Texas, and it varies from state to state -- but either way, this is tragic information.
Discount Retail Store Found in Nearly Every State Shuttering Locations
Yet another discount store could be headed for disaster as it begins to close locations. Let's first look back at the first half of 2024 and the growing issues among discount retail stores. Family Dollar, which is owned by Dollar Tree, announced plans to close nearly 1,000 stores throughout 2024....
Here’s 10 of the Rudest Things Seen in Abilene Churches
Sunday mornings are set aside for a bunch of things. Bacon sizzling and the smell of coffee brewing, family get-togethers, and for most of us worship and going to church. Many Abilene families that I know take their faith and worship seriously. Reverence is very important. I think most of us will agree there's a way you're supposed to act in church and there's a way you're not. Many of us were raised with mothers and grandmothers who would give us one good glare if we even thought of misbehaving. You'd have a hard time believing what still goes on during church nowadays.
System of a Down Fans Name Worst Song to Introduce Someone to Band
System of a Down fans on Reddit are discussing the worst song to introduce someone new to the band. First impressions are hard to erase, right? The first time you heard System of a Down was likely an unforgettable one, as they're such a unique sounding group. But there are many people who've never heard them before, or maybe have and didn't realize it.
VOTE: Better ’90s Alt-Rock Hero – Beck vs. 311 – Chuck’s Fight Club
Who was the better '90s alt-rock hero - Beck or 311? That's the debate at the center of this week's Chuck's Fight Club on Loudwire Nights as we look at the careers of two consistently great and long-lasting acts from the alt-rock genre. Both acts found a way of working...
Report: Ex-Lostprophets Singer Ian Watkins Stabbed Over Drug Debt, Pays for Protection
A fellow inmate has provided new details surrounding the brutal 2023 prison assault on former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins, claiming the musician was actually stabbed over a drug debt. Watkins was initially jailed on a 35-year sentence in 2013 over multiple child sex crimes and this is not the first...
Rockers Trash Talking Other Artists
In this week's Loud List, we made a video compilation of rockers trash talking other artists. Rock and metal may not have as much drama as the rap and hip-hop worlds do (shout out to XXL), but they still have their fair share. Whether it was inspired by a feud or just a simple lack of respect, there's plenty of footage of rock and metal artists trash talking others.
World Famous Bruno Steel House In Texas Lowers Its Asking Price
A Viral And Very Well Known Airbnb Rental In West Texas Just Lowered Its Asking Price. If you've ever scrolled through Airbnb listings in Texas over the last few years, one of the most popular and unique listings you'll find is one called the Bruno Steel House in Ransom Canyon, just outside of Lubbock.
Terrifying Shark Encounters In South Padre Island During Fourth Of July Holiday
The Fourth of July weekend has come and gone but the residual effects still linger as vacationers got the scare of their life in South Padre Island, Texas as not one, but four people encountered a shark attack. On Thursday, July 4th, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) responded...
Texas State Park Passes Are About To Get More Expensive
An annual Texas State Park Pass from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department gets you unlimited visits to over 85 parks across our state. If you're a big outdoorsman, you've probably got one. If you don't, but you're thinking about getting one, don't delay. Prices are about to increase for the second time since the program was developed in 2004.
Excellent Texas Small Town Made Best In America
The Texas Triangle has been a very popular topic of interest for the United States, and it has almost acted more like a Texas magnet for the flood of incoming new residents that are seeking a better life by fleeing their current situation in hopes of prosperity and freedom in the Lone Star State.
Ville Valo Names ’90s Movie Character That Influenced Him ‘On All Possible Levels’
It's not uncommon to name other artists as influences, but former HIM frontman Ville Valo has credited the fictional '90s movie character Eric Draven from The Crow film franchise as influencing him "on all possible levels." Speaking with Metal Hammer about the '90s cult classic film, Valo not only showed...
Target Making Yet Another Huge Change to Checkout Lanes
Be prepared for yet another update made to the checkout process if you're headed to Target in the coming days. It's been a period of change for customers and employees when it comes to the checkout lane at Target. Shoppers initially saw Target join other retail stores in relying more...
Kerry King Explains Why He’s Played Bass on Slayer Albums ‘Probably Since the ’90s’
Kerry King has reiterated in a recent interview that he's been handling some of the bass parts for Slayer, dating back "probably since the Nineties." In a recent interview with Guitar World about his solo album, King, who was Slayer's guitarist throughout their run, explained that his contributions also carried over to bass for the band, having played at least some bass on albums dating back three decades with the group.
The Least ‘Prog’ Album by 10 Big Prog Rock + Metal Bands
Here’s the least “prog” album by 10 of the biggest prog rock and prog metal bands!. Progressive rock and progressive metal can be extremely polarizing subgenres, alienating or exciting listeners in equal measure due to their emphases on showy musicianship, long songs and weird concepts. Likewise, prog artists can become burnt out after creating such demanding material year after year.
Nikki Sixx’s Response to Criticism of Motley Crue’s New Song ‘Dogs of War’
Here's what Nikki Sixx has to say in response to criticism of Motley Crue's latest song "Dogs of War," which came out in late April. The track is the first that Crue have released since their split with Mick Mars, and thus features John 5 on guitar. It's one of a handful of songs they've been working on since early 2023, and as usual, there was a mixed bag of reactions from fans online.
Worst Fireworks Show Ever? Texas Residents Sound Off On Fourth Of July Fail
The Fourth of July has come and gone as millions witnessed fireworks across this great nation. However, one community in the Lone Star State was left a little baffled and underwhelmed when a fire broke out at a fireworks show. The WesTex Connect fireworks show was scheduled the day before...
Jay Weinberg Appears on First Song Since Slipknot Departure
Drummer Jay Weinberg has made his recording return, appearing on an all-star song celebrating the music of Suicidal Tendencies. As many fans know, after his split with Slipknot, the drummer found a new home in both of Mike Muir's bands, Suicidal Tendencies and Infectious Grooves. Now he's made his first appearance on a Suicidal Tendencies recording, playing on the song "Nos Sonos Familia."
Accept’s Wolf Hoffmann Names Two Most Rewarding Albums of Band’s Career
With a career as lengthy as Accept's, there are plenty of highs and lows, but during his recent appearance on Full Metal Jackie's weekend radio show, Accept guitarist Wolf Hoffmann revealed his two most personally rewarding album cycles of the band's career. It may come as little surprise to anyone...
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