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Is Hooter’s Closing Its Texas Locations? Here’s What We Know
Due to "pressure from current market conditions," at least 44 "underperforming" Hooters restaurants have been permanently closed in 14 states around the country, the company told USA TODAY. While introducing Hooters frozen products to grocery stores, Hooters will keep opening new locations both domestically and abroad. In these exceptional circumstances,...
Louisiana’s Top 5 Fireworks For Your Fourth Of July Celebration
The Fourth Of July holiday is coming up this week and we all know that one of the big things that takes place during this time is people popping fireworks. We will all either have a party or attend a party with family and friends. We all know that one of the essential things for anyone's successful July 4th celebration is to pop some fireworks off that evening.
Why Fewer People are Buying Grills to Barbecue at Home
Not as many people are interested in buying a grill for their home according to a new report on a recent decline in sales. But that doesn't mean there are fewer people cooking on their patio this summer. Barbecue Industry Trends. A recent article published by CNN looked at trends...
Devastating Loss, Beloved Texas Zoo Animal Now Dead
Texas has many activities that are great for all ages to enjoy in the summer time, and just about nothing can top the family fun of going to the zoo. Growing up, you probably never would have thought you would live to see the day where protecting animals in safe environments away from poachers and predators would become so despised by people, but we now live in strange times.
Texas Steakhouse Named Among Best In America
There are numerous restaurants in Texas, but if you want a steak that stands out from the crowd, you should visit the Lone Star State's top steakhouse. One Texas restaurant was just named as one of the best in the United States for juicy, properly grilled steaks. The website, 24/7...
Get $50 Of Great Food At This Lake Charles Eatery For $25 Now!
The next time you want some good eatin', stop by The Cajun's Wharf Bar & Grill at 3500 Ryan Street, Lake Charles. Enjoy delicious cocktails, down-home southern food during lunch and dinner, and drink specials during Happy Hour!. Got an appetite? The menu contains mouth-watering Cajun classics like Catfish Dinners,...
Buried Underneath a Football Stadium? It May Be Possible
This could be taking the term "die-hard fan" a little too far. A regent for the University of Nebraska, Barbara Weitz, has proposed an idea to raise money for the school by selling spots in a burial columbarium underneath the football stadium. This idea would allow super fans to have their ashes inurned at the field.
Why a Major NASCAR Sponsor was Removed From Chase Elliott’s Car Ahead of Race
NASCAR fans may have noticed a long-time sponsor has been ripped off Chase Elliott's No. 9 car. The Hooters decals were no longer on the car when Elliott raced to an 18th-place finish during the Ally 400 at Nashville Superspeedway on Sunday. Why Hooters Has Been Removed From Chase Elliot's...
Jelly Roll Promises to Help Put a Young Fan Through College [Watch]
Making dreams come true is all in a day's work for Jelly Roll. The star has visited prisons and hospice centers, surprised fast food works with enormous tips and even cried with fans as they share their most heart-wrenching personal tragedies. For his latest good deed, the singer is helping...
Kevin Costner’s New Movie ‘Horizon’ Flops In Opening Weekend
Kevin Costner's new film Horizon: An American Saga is not off to a great start — at least, according to box office numbers. In its opening weekend, the first installment of the four-part series brought in just $11 million. It's a low number, given the project's budget was nearly 10 times that at $100 million.
Alan Jackson Shares First Photo With New Grandson
Alan Jackson’s eldest daughter, Mattie, welcomed her first child into the world on June 20 and the country star just shared a photo of the family with the newest addition with fans. While the initial post came from the new mom, the proud grandfather also took to social media...
Chris Young’s Dad Suffers a Heart Attack
Chris Young's step-father — whose name is Michael Harris, and who means so much to the singer that he calls him Dad — suffered a heart attack on Saturday (June 29). Young was out on the road at the time, and he played his Greeley, Colo. show as scheduled, but not without posting a message of gratitude that his dad is OK.
Country Music’s Biggest Names Spotted at Nashville NASCAR Race
It was a day full of heat, humidity, exciting racing and country music this past Sunday at The Nashville Superspeedway. And, as is to be expected when NASCAR comes to Nashville, there were some familiar famous faces present on race day. Which Country Stars Were at the NASCAR Race in...
McDonald’s Says These Menu Items Are Going Away and Never Coming Back
We regret to inform you may never see some of your McDonald's favorites again. The fast food chain recently revealed it has no plans to bring back some of its previous menu items. Why McDonald's Is Dropping Menu Items?. McDonald's a fairly predictable menu no matter what location you stop...
Louisiana City Named “Best Small Town” In Bayou State
A publication just announced the "Best Small Town In Louisiana". Do you agree or disagree with their selection?. According to World Atlas, this Louisiana city is "a bewitching small town draped with moss vines and overhanging foliage features a rustic charm unique to Louisiana." Small towns seem to be the...
Jason Aldean’s Dad Dinner Hack for His Kids [Exclusive Interview]
Jason Aldean has to feed his kids just like everyone else. You would be surprised by his go-to hook up for his kids' dinner. Recently, the "Let Your Boys Be Country" singer joined Wood and Nicole on Taste of Country Mornings with Wood and Nicole and dropped what he calls his trick to feed his hungry kids.
I-10 Closed In Beaumont, Texas Due To Significant Crack In Roadway
An ongoing investigation into a gaping crack has opened on the westbound stretch I-10 in Beaumont, Texas. City and state officials must feel this is a serious matter because they've mentioned that this portion of the interstate is already bad due to road construction. The portion closed is between Washington Boulevard and headed into Houston. It's unclear if the crack is growing or traveling, but here is what Beaumont PD had to say about the matter:
Firerose Claims Billy Ray Cyrus Was Still Married When They Started Dating
Billy Ray Cyrus' estranged wife Firerose is sharing more allegations of verbal and emotional abuse against him. In a new interview with Page Six, she describes a pattern of controlling behavior, lies and manipulation that she claims began long before the couple tied the knot in October 2023. In fact,...
Jason Aldean Has One Big Problem With the U.S. Presidential Debate
The traveling Rock the Country festival held down a two-night stand at Poplar Bluff, Mo. last week with co-headliners Jason Aldean and Kid Rock, and during his time onstage, Aldean sounded off about politics. Specifically, he took issue with the U.S. presidential debate, which aired on Thursday (June 28) and...
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