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Popular Grocery Chain Closing Over 30 Locations
Ever since the pandemic hit, and still to this day, businesses have been struggling to stay afloat. Closing down stores that are underperforming, and having to file for bankruptcy seem to be the norm of today's day and age. Popular grocery chain closing over 2 dozen locations. Stop & Shop,...
Reba McEntire Will Host the 60th Annual ACM Awards — All of the Details!
While many country artists are polishing their brand new ACM Awards trophies from this year, Reba McEntire and the show-runners are already preparing for the 60th ACM Awards. The country singer announced she will return to host in 2025. "Hey, everyone, it's Reba," she says in a video shared by...
Who Is Ingrid Andress + Why Was Her National Anthem So Unusual?
"Who is Ingrid Andress" is a very popular Google search after the 32-year-old country singer's performance of the National Anthem at the MLB Home Run Derby on Monday (July 16). The short answer: Andress is a three-time Grammy nominated singer with a pair of Top 5 country hits. The long...
Ingrid Andress’ First Performance After Time Away Didn’t Go Well [Watch]
Country fans know Ingrid Andress for her hit song “More Hearts Than Mine," but her introduction to a more varied audience at the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby makes her memorable for other reasons. Andress had the honor of singing the National Anthem on Monday night (July 16), and...
90 School Districts in Texas Have Moved to a 4-Day-Week
This is a topic that has been trending for the past year. School districts in Texas moving to four-day-school weeks. KXAN, reports that at least 90 school districts across Texas have now switched to four-day school weeks. This is the state of Texas' effort to prevent teacher turnover!. Other districts...
Kane Brown Issues a Challenge to Jason Aldean: Will Aldean Accept? [Exclusive]
Kane Brown is a busy man as of late. Now the father of three kids and a country music superstar, it's hard to believe he finds time to do anything else. But, rest assured, Brown does have some time to golf. Kane Brown Issues a Challenge to Jason Aldean: Will...
Could Jelly Roll Be Planning a Performance at WWE SummerSlam?
Jelly Roll is once again set to be a part of a WWE Universe event. Two of the singer's songs will be the theme songs for this year's WWE SummerSlam, according to a social media announcement from Paul Michael Levesque, aka Triple H — a retired pro wrestler and the WWE's Chief Content Officer.
Ingrid Andress’ National Anthem Performance In Texas Called ‘One Of The Worst’ Renditions Ever
Last night, the Major League Baseball (MLB) All-Star break began and the MLB homerun derby took place. Eight major league baseball players from different teams competed for the title of home run derby champion. The home run derby and the All-Star game which takes place tonight is being held in...
Big Changes Coming To All Olive Garden Locations In Texas
We all love going out to eat. Sometimes with the hustle and bustle of work, kids, and everyday chores, it is impossible to get home and make dinner so we may opt for dining out or ordering food to go. The other side of the coin however is that it...
USPS Announcement: Massive Mailing Changes Impacting Texas Residents Now In Effect!
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is extremely vital to many people in Texas for a variety of purposes, from sending and receiving letters and packages to getting mail including bills and other crucial papers. But USPS has announced organizational changes that will soon impact mail services for citizens of Texas.
Louisiana Festivals & Events July 20 – August 3, 2024
Throughout the year in Louisiana, there is a festival every weekend. The celebration of music, food, culture, history, and tradition. The holidays are also a special time of year for festivals. There are 400 Louisiana festivals and events every year. Some are enormous and others are quite small, but who...
Food Network’s ‘The Great Food Truck Race’ Comes To Lake Charles, Louisiana
The Food Network came to Southwest Louisiana to film an episode of its popular reality show, 'The Great Food Truck Race,' featuring star chef and host Tyler Florence. This cooking competition, which started in 2010, comprised of six to nine teams to test their staying power in the challenging food truck industry.
Trump Chooses ‘Former Critic’ as Running Mate in Upcoming Election
After months of speculation and just days after an attempt on his life at a rally in Pennsylvania, Donald Trump has formerly announced his pick for vice president. Trump has named Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance as his running mate for November's Presidential election. The announcement came earlier today while Trump officially became the Republican party's nominee.
Macy’s Shutting Down 150 Locations Across America: Here’s Why
In America, shopping malls are still a thing, but some have not made it to 2024. Within those shopping malls, exists the "anchor stores," the four or so large chain clothing stores that are on the ends of each long pathway of the inside of the mall. One of those...
Louisiana High School Named One Of Most Expensive In America
All parents in Louisiana 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 Louisiana 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.
See 34 Adorable — and Charming — Pictures of Young Luke Bryan
Luke Bryan first moved to Nashville in the early 2000s, after graduating college. Not long after, Bryan became a member of a Music City publishing house. Among his first cuts was the title track of Travis Tritt's 2004 album, My Honky Tonk History. It wasn't long before he was signed as an artist himself — under the Capitol Music umbrella, Bryan scored another songwriting credit, co-writing Billy Currington's, "Good Directions."
McNeese Star Linebacker Named As First Team Preseason All-American
LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA: The preseason football awards have begun for McNeese linebacker Micah Davey when on Monday, he was named first team All-American by FCS Football Central. Davey is one of three players from the Southland Conference to earn a spot on the team and the only first-team selection. Southeastern’s...
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.
Kane Brown Admits He Won’t Be Able to Do This With His Son [Watch]
Kane Brown has certainly mastered the art of parenting daughters. Brown and his wife, Katelyn Brown, have added a third child to their team, a boy named Krewe. Brown was a guest on the CMT Hot 20 Countdown, when he got candid and admitted something about fatherhood, that is worrisome to him, as he and his wife settle into their expanded family.
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza to Open Restaurants Inside Louisiana Walmart Stores
Exciting news for pizza lovers in Louisiana! Mr. Gatti's Pizza is planning to open new restaurants inside Walmart stores across the state. This means you can now enjoy delicious pizza while you shop. Wikipedia. Wikipedia. What is Mr. Gatti's Pizza?. Mr. Gatti's Pizza is known for its tasty pizza, fresh...
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