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Andy Summers Still Has Regrets About the End of the Police
The Police had the biggest album of their career with Synchronicity and then it was all over. Guitarist Andy Summers says it's a familiar tale which led to the group's demise. "It's the typical process where you become incredibly famous and they throw all of this money at you and then the rot sets in," he laughs during a conversation with UCR. "It's very hard to stay away from that."
BANNED FOR LIFE: Buc-ee’s Bans A Service Duck And Its Owner From Stores
A Wild Story Involving A Service Duck, Its Owner And The Famous "Beaver" Has Social Media Talking. As we sit here in Texas, its been fun watching Buc-ee's expand all across the country and seeing the reaction from folks who make their first trip to the popular travel center. But...
The 10 Times When Texans Should Call 311 & Not 911
From Houston, TX to El Paso, TX, across every tiny town in The Lone Star State, 911 operators determine the course of action needed when there's a citizen is having an emergency. But what if it's not an emergency?. 911 is the number we drill into our kids' heads and...
11 Venomous Snakes In Texas And Where They’re Located
Texas, known for its vast and varied landscapes, is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including several species of venomous snakes. Understanding the types of venomous snakes found in Texas and their habitats is crucial for anyone spending time outdoors. Here’s a comprehensive guide to 15 venomous snakes in Texas and where they can be located across the state.
5 Fascinating “Secret” Facts About Texas You May Not Know
When you think of Texas, you may picture great food, stellar sunsets, or the Alamo. However, truth be told, the Lone Star State is full of lesser-known facts that remain generally unknown by the greater public. I was checking out Only In Your State and came across some crazy quirky...
The “World’s Littlest Skyscraper” Can Be Found In Texas
Not everything is bigger in Texas. Of course most things are. We are a big state that likes big trucks, big homes, and big football stadiums for our big Friday, Saturday, and Sunday entertainment. But when it comes to our skylines, Texas doesn't actually have the biggest or tallest building...
Lost Hair & Lost Pride: Rowdy Girl Fight Breaks Out on 6th in Austin
You have love a good night out in Austin, Texas. There are some great bars, great people, and great times to be had, but even the best night can go south in the blink of an eye. It seems like no night out in Austin is complete without some sort...
This Texas Ghost Town is Hard to Visit Because it’s at the Bottom of a Lake
Texas has a plethora of ghost towns that are ripe for exploring. Just remember to do your research before you do as some could be privately owned and you could be charged with trespassing. Other ghost towns could be have been taken back by Mother Nature making it dangerous to explore. Having said that, there is an abandoned town just north of Waco where the access to it is very restricted. Why? Because it's at the bottom of a lake.
Growing Up In Louisiana – Do You Remember This?
I didn't spend my entire childhood in Louisiana, because I was 13 years old when we moved from California. However, I did spend a large portion of my adolescence here and I have lots of great memories. Because I came from the West Coast to the South, I can truly say kids have a much different upbringing in the Bayou State versus those where I'm from.
10 Highlights From the Rolling Stones’ ‘Hackney Diamonds’ Tour
On July 21, the Rolling Stones will perform the final show of their North American Hackney Diamonds Tour, a trek that has taken them across the continent over the course of just three months. If you were lucky enough to score tickets — more on luck and tickets down below...
Louisiana Residents Should Brace for More of These Bloodsucking Menaces
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - With summer comes a lot more tropical showers in Louisiana, and with those showers comes one of the natural predators of the Louisiana resident, the mosquito. With a lot of rain expected in the coming days throughout south Louisiana, we can see places that are...
Whataburger Trolled Every Texan into Arguing About How to Say Their Name
Whataburger is a Texas original. Personally, I am a fan of their burgers and always will be. I will get into the meat (I always intend my puns) of this article below with a bit of a twist afterwards that some may find offensive. Living in East Texas my entire life (grew up in Lindale, Texas - Lived in Tyler for 20 plus years - Moved back to Lindale recently) I've heard Whataburger pronounced many different ways. Turns out, a common East Texas pronunciation is correct according to a post from the burger giant.
Bombshell Indictment Reveals Secret Romance Between New Orleans Mayor Cantrell and Former Bodyguard
Jeffrey Paul Vappie II, former bodyguard to New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges that include seven counts of wire fraud and one count of making false statements to federal investigators. The indictment paints a damning picture of alleged corruption and deceit within the New Orleans Police Department's (NOPD) Executive Protection Unit (EPU).
10 Shocking Items You Didn’t Know Are Illegal to Mail in Texas
It's been at least a decade since I entered a post office, but that doesn't mean I'm not steadily shipping stuff out to friends and family. Before you send out your next package though, skim this list. 10 Shocking Items You Didn't Know Are Illegal to Mail in Texas. These...
Vehicle Hits Light Pole at Busy Intersection in Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette Crime Stoppers posted a video on social media that shows a black SUV hitting a light pole in Lafayette, and then driving away from the scene. The incident was caught on camera from the intersection of Moss and Willow St. You can see bystanders from a nearby business rush...
CHECK IT OUT: You Can Rent This Awesome Tower in New Iberia, Louisiana
NEW IBERIA, La. (KPEL News) - If you need to get away, AirBnb has plenty of great options no matter where you're staying. But there are some pretty unique stays in and around south Louisiana that are always worth checking out. One of those is right in the heart of...
New Study Says Texas Is Officially The Worst State To Live In
Those of us who live in Texas will tell you it's hands down the greatest state in the union. In fact, so great that we STILL talk about seceding and becoming our own country once again. That's a discussion for another day. There's one little problem with telling everyone we...
Is Paying Your Traffic Ticket a Guilty Plea in Texas?
There is not a single person of the age of 25 who has never had a speeding ticket in Texas. And, yes, if you're over the age of 25 and you say you haven't I am calling you a liar. Straight to your face. You and your lead foot, speed racer.
BIGGER: List of the Largest Things Found in Texas
Life sure is good in Texas. It’s common knowledge that Texas is the best state in the country. One of those reasons might be because “Everything’s Bigger in Texas”. It’s not just a saying it’s the truth. Texans are proud of who they are and where they come from. When we are talking about things being bigger in Texas, what exactly is bigger? Well, we made a list for you to get a full understanding.
Did Jack White Secretly Release a New Album?
Jack White appears to have released a new album — but so far it's only appeared as an unlabeled LP in the bags of Third Man Records shoppers around the world. A post on White's subreddit tipped fans off to the new release, which follows a pair of 2022 albums, Fear of the Dawn and Entering Heaven Alive. The post included a picture of a record in a plain white sleeve, with a white label emblazoned with the words "No Name" in blue.
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