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Distilling Your Own Hooch Could Become Legal Soon
A lot of legal news has arrived in recent days that might be a bit more important, but here’s something that whiskey drinkers might be interested in. Last week a federal judge in Texas ruled that the 156-year-old federal ban on making booze at home is unconstitutional—moonshiners rejoice, because firing up that still in your backyard shed might actually be legal in the near future.One of the Best Irish Whiskey Brands Just Dropped Its Oldest Whiskey Ever The judge’s ruling came in response to a lawsuit filed by the Hobby Distillers Association against the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau...
Cast a Line of Knowledge: Texas Parks and Wildlife Hosts Free Fishing Clinic for Locals
On July 23, the community has a chance to hook some knowledge along with some fish at the free Learn to Fish Clinic. Hosted by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in collaboration with MWR staff, the clinic will offer locals from ages 6 and up an opportunity to dive into the basics of fishing from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. However, those interested should act quickly. Registration is required on Saturday, July 20th, and space is capped at the first 20 individuals to sign up, according to MWR Fort Worth.
West Texas High School Football Preview: 10 coaches to watch ahead of the 2024 season
Please consider a subscription. Much of the 2024-25 season coverage will be exclusive to subscribers. Texas high school football is only weeks away from fall practice, and excitement grows as fans, players and coaches with high aspirations anticipate the return of Friday night lights in West Texas. ...
Discount Furniture Chain Nearing Bankruptcy, Fate Of 85 Texas Stores Unknown
Conn’s Inc., a discount furniture and appliance retailer, is reportedly on the brink of bankruptcy, casting uncertainty over the future of its 85 stores in Texas. The Texas-based chain, which has been struggling with declining sales and integration issues following the acquisition of W.S. Badcock, may file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy within weeks, according to sources familiar with the matter, as reported by Bloomberg.
“Only in Texas”: Baby hawk wrapped in tortilla, rescued
AMARILLO, Texas (WTAJ) – A baby hawk was rescued by a Texas family – and to keep the baby bird warm – was wrapped in a tortilla. The Wild West Wildlife Rehabilitation Center shared the unique story on Facebook Sunday, explaining how they received a call about a possible orphaned Barn Owl and when asking […]
Texas Powerball Winner – Texas Lottery Confirms Saturday’s Win
Lone Star Luck is alive and well. Okay, if you don't count the hurricane and the subsequent power outages of last week things have been pretty lucky in the state of Texas. At least where the Texas Lottery is concerned it is safe to say the previous week has been one of good fortune for the state's lottery players.
Become an Instant Millionaire With Any of These 27 Texas Lottery Scratch Offs
Me and a coworker were talking recently about what seven figure money number we'd be comfortable having in our bank account. My answer was $2.5 million. I could buy a house and a good car for my fiancé and me, about $500,000 for those. We could pay for our wedding and have a nice honeymoon, about $50,000 for those. That's my Lindale math working there but I think those numbers are reasonable. Everything else would sit in the bank to take care of everything else.
LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier on Texas high school football: 'It's the SEC'
DALLAS — Everything's bigger in Texas, especially high school football compared to the rest of the country, according to LSU quarterback and Dallas-Fort Worth native Garrett Nussmeier. The Tigers' new starter complimented the Lone Star State and how many blue-chip recruits it produces every recruiting cycle Monday at SEC Media Days.
Collin County Among Longest Life Expectancies In Texas
Life expectancy rates in the United States have risen significantly over the past fifty years, increasing by nearly seven years. Several factors influence life expectancy, including genetics, alcohol and tobacco use, diet, body weight and physical activity levels. But your place of residence also plays a critical role, as it impacts access to healthcare, the availability of healthy food options and opportunities for maintaining an active lifestyle. According to 2024 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps from the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, ranked by Stacker, Collin County is among the counties with the longest life expectancy in Texas. In Collin County,...
TikTok Influencer Saves 700 Cats by Raising More Than $190K
A TikTok influencer recently saved hundreds of cats by raising funds for a South Texas shelter. The feline sanctuary was struggling financially and on the verge of shutting business. However, with the help of the influencer and his millions of followers, they were able to save the shelter. Although he expected to be able to […] The post TikTok Influencer Saves 700 Cats by Raising More Than $190K appeared first on CatTime.
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