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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...
The Top 10 Weirdest High School Mascots in Texas
The funny thing about your strange high school mascot is you may not have even realized how strange it was growing up. Especially if you grew up rooting for the Wampus Cats, right? It seemed so normal to you 'till right now. My high school mascot was a knight, which...
7 Famed Texas Places to Visit in One Weekend This Summer
Though it likely won't come as a surprise to any native Texan, the truth is the Lone Star State is chock-full of iconic places to visit. I grew up in Tyler, Texas and learn something new about the Lone Star State daily. Many of us haven't even had a chance to see everything Texas has to show us. And since Texas is enormous, it would take quite a while to see all there is to see. But that doesn't mean we shouldn't try if we want, right? Plus, with summertime in full swing, now would be the time to take off and see what all Texas has to offer.
New Exotic Jet Cars Making Their Way To South Padre Island, Texas
We've all seen an amazing watercraft on Texas waters. During a Lone Star State summer, you are bound to see boats take to the water. There so many different types that take to the seas as well. Some pretty small, others gigantic in size. There are certain watercraft that look...
Seven Household Uses for Those Tiny, Silica Gel Packs
Chances are the first thing you do when you see one of those small, silica gel packets tucked in with your packages you simply toss it. In case you didn't know, according to Discover Magazine, those little gel pellets act like sponges and soak up moisture and condensation when there's too much, and release water when it's too dry. They actually hold up to 40 percent of their weight in moisture.
Let’s Look at the 10 Largest Department Stores in Texas
If you enjoy shopping, you’ll love all the options available to you in Texas. There are lots of cute towns with little mom and pop shops, there are lots of boutiques, and tons of big department stores too. You really can get whatever you want, but what big department stores are there to choose from in Texas? With it being such a large state, Texas has most of your popular department stores, let’s look at which stores have the most locations in the lone star state.
Exactly When Does That Leftover Pizza Belong in the Trash?
Pizza is the easiest thing to order and eat. Whether it's from a night out on the town and those munchies take over at midnight, it was a long day at work and you want the delicious simplicity, or it's a weekly Friday night ritual, pizza is a natural go-to.
ALERT: Food Sold At H-E-B In Texas Recalled Due To “Foreign Material”
Mustard Potato Salad from Reser’s Fine Foods sold in Texas via H-E-B has been pulled from store shelves. Here's what is known at the time of writing. As reported by the US Food & Drug Administration, the food was recalled recently. The release was put out on July 9th, 2024. Per the FDA, the food was removed from shelves due to one major issue: something was found in the product that shouldn't be in it.
Woman Devastated After Fiance Tells Her She’s ‘Lucky He’s Putting up With Me’
A woman on Reddit is unsure what to do about getting married considering her fiancé is constantly putting her down during arguments. "We have been together for over three years. Our relationship was perfect the first year but from there it only went downhill. Our relationship has been a bit rocky lately," the woman began.
Four Easy, Everyday Items You May Not Be Replacing as Much as You Should
You know how our pillows start yellowing? You can be the cleanest person and it will still happen. It's from sweat, hair products, lotions, and natural oils from your skin. The yellowing is an obvious sign that we can only put off for so long before we need to hit Target, Home Goods, or Amazon and buy new ones.
Why JD Vance Did an Interview With Kacey Musgraves in 2017
Former President Donald Trump made headlines on July 15 (Monday), after he chose Ohio Sen. JD Vance to be his running mate on the 2024 Republican White House Ticket. Prior to his political career, Vance wrote the New York Times bestselling memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, which was adapted into a 2020 Netflix film starring Glenn Close and Amy Adams.
This Sports Bar In Nacogdoches Closed For Good?
What can you say about this college town bar that hasn't already been said? With a long and tumultuous 25+ years in operation under many different names, Frogs has slowly slipped back into the pond. For years Bullfrogs was the restaurant/sports bar and the Annex was the name of the...
Simply Grab a Cup and a Coin for This Food Safety Life Hack
Power outages happen when they happen, whether we're out of town or at work, even while winding down and binging a good television series. If we're home then we know when and how long our fridge and freezer are off while our food sits there helplessly. If you're traveling or...
Beloved Chinese Restaurant In Lufkin Receives 37 Violations
If you wonder who ensures all our area restaurants are clean and up to code, that is the Angelina County and Cities Health District's responsibility. According to the Lufkin Daily News, a Lufkin favorite was closed down a few months ago, and now we know why. The Angelina County and...
Who Is J.D. Vance, Donald Trump’s VP Pick?
Donald Trump announced that he had chosen Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance to be his running mate on the 2024 Republican White House Ticket. "After lengthy deliberation and thought, and considering the tremendous talents of many others, I have decided that the person best suited to assume the position of Vice President of the United States is Senator J.D. Vance," Trump posted via Truth Social on July 15 (Monday).
Huntsville, Texas Almost Lost Two of the Most Unique Homes in the State
Texas is known for a lot of cool things. One of those things is the interesting architecture found throughout the state. It could be as simple as Cadillac Ranch in West Texas, the sprawling skyscrapers in Dallas, Texas or the throwback to the old west in Fort Worth. Just south of East Texas is the town of Huntsville. It's mostly known for the jail there but there is also two very interesting homes, a cowboy boot and a cowboy hat. Yes, they are livable and there is an interesting story to go along with them.
There Are So Many Amazing Waterparks Found in Texas
Texas summers bring extreme heat and humidity, while we might not love it we just come to expect it year after year. But it’s not just about surviving because you need to enjoy this time too. So, you eat more popsicles and ice cream. You drink more water to stay hydrated, and you spend as much time in the water as possible. But on occasion you’re lucky enough to be able to visit a waterpark, and lucky for you there are lots of fantastic waterparks found in Texas.
Do Mosquitos Bite You More if You’ve Been Drinking?
Apparently mosquitoes love a good party, too. This most dangerous, deadly animal on earth for humans enjoys alcohol. Yes, they're the bane of our summer existence, and even more so when adult beverages are involved. We all have that friend that can hang outside with us and rarely get bitten...
Avoid the Yellow and Blue Flags on South Padre Island at All Costs
Your summer plans may include a visit to South Padre Island, Texas. The thing about visiting the beach, no matter where that is, is that you will most likely run into a sea creature or two during your visit. You can interact with a select few of them. One thing you may notice during your beach visit on Padre Island, Texas is some blue and yellow flags. It'll be best to avoid these flags as biologists are using them for sea turtle research.
Let’s See Some of the Most Celebrated Olympians from Texas
Texans are getting excited as later this month we have the 2024 Summer Olympics kicking off. We are talking about some of the best athletes in the world giving their best effort to try and bring home the gold medal not only for them but for their country. These athletes...
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