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Did We Make The List? FBI’s 2024 Most Dangerous Cities In Texas
When it comes to where we live, we never want it to be considered one of the most dangerous places to live. Here is the FBI's 2024 list of most dangerous cities and one of them is not that far from us. The information is based on crime statistics from January 2023 through September 2023. Violent crimes are any crimes that include murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.
Watch Zach Bryan Sing With the ‘Hawk Tuah’ Girl in Nashville
Zach Bryan's Quittin' Time Tour swung through Nashville on Saturday night (June 29), delivering plenty of unforgettable moments for the crowd. Kacey Musgraves even made a special appearance to sing her Grammy-winning hit duet with Bryan, "I Remember Everything." But the biggest surprise guest of the night wasn't even a...
Everything Is Bigger In Texas Including The World’s Largest Highway
How often are you cruising down Interstate 14 or Interstate 35 through Killeen-Temple, Texas and thought to yourself, "We really could use a few extra lanes?" Well, at least some agree with you because we are experiencing a much needed lane widening on Interstate 14. Let me be perfectly clear,...
The Mavericks Frontman Raul Malo Has Been Diagnosed With Cancer
This week, Raul Malo -- frontman of mainstay country group the Mavericks -- revealed that he has been diagnosed with cancer. In a video update posted to the band's Instagram, Malo explained that some abnormal results flagged during a routine physical led to his diagnosis. The singer said a colonoscopy and a CAT scan revealed "two cancerous spots" in his intestinal system.
30 Mood-Boosting Country Songs According to Taste of Country Fans
If there's one thing we love about music, it's that it speaks to our soul. Music can offer us the words we're struggling to find, it can soothe our aching hearts and it can rile up a crowd. And country music is no exception. So we asked our country music...
What Fireworks Are You Allowed to Shoot Off?
As we get closer to the 4th of July, many people are stocking up on some spleen splitters, whisker biscuits, honkey lighters, hoosker doos, hoosier don'ts, cherry bombs, nipsy daisers — with or without the scooter stick — or whistlin' kitty chasers. But believe it or not, even...
Keith Urban’s Oldest Daughter Is Wife Nicole Kidman’s Twin!
Keith Urban’s oldest daughter proves she’s a doppelgänger of her mother. Nicole Kidman had a special plus one during Balenciaga’s fall couture show in Paris on June 26. Fashion site Vogue Magazine caught the moment the pair entered the fashion show. The 15-year-old sported a knee-length black dress, pointed pumps and black sunglasses. Similarly, Nicole sported a long black dress with similar accessories.
Texas Woman Sues The State For Being Denied Abortion
My body, my choice is a popular and unpopular statement in the great state of Texas. According to NBC News, Amanda Zuraski is a woman who lives here in Texas and believes that her body her choice when it comes to pregnancy should be taken seriously. WHEN TEXANS SAY MY...
Abilene’s Discovery Center Celebrates Independence Day July 3rd
Join in on a meaningful start to Independence Day festivities in and around the Big Country at the Discovery Center on Wednesday, July 3rd. Hosted by a faith-based organization founded in 1980 by Tommy and Carolyn Walden to spread the Gospel of The Lord Jesus Christ, this free event is titled "In God We Still Trust."
Texans Are Tired Of Tipping
It's time to talk tipping in Texas because people are getting really tired of this huge tipping push lately! According to a fresh survey by Bankrate, a whopping 59% of Americans have a negative view on tipping, which is a significant drop from last year's 66%. Many folks feel businesses should pay employees better instead of relying on tips. Plus, those annoying pre-entered tip screens at your favorite coffee shop or food truck? Yeah, 34% of people can't stand them, and about 25% tip less when they pop up.
10 Wacky Packages Cards From the ’70s That You Won’t Believe Existed
If you were a young fan of Mad Magazine's absurdist sometimes controversial humor in the '70s, then no doubt you were also a collector of Wacky Packages, the spoofs of common household products that seemed to live in the same universe. What Were Wacky Packages?. Wacky Packages were TOPPS collectible...
Willie Nelson To Miss Three More Outlaw Music Festival Tour Stops
Willie Nelson provided a significant health update in canceling his appearance at three upcoming tour stops. The 91-year-old will not be at Outlaw Music Festival Tour stops scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday (June 28-30) in New York and New Jersey. Nelson first revealed health issues would keep him from...
Texans Can’t Spell THIS Word But We Sure Do Love Working On It
Chioma Egbuonu, an eighth-grade student at Saint Raphael Catholic School, took home top honors in the El Paso Regional Spelling Bee Finals back in March and the Scripps National Spelling Bee finals are slowly approaching!. Personally, if the word Sherif, Sherriff, SHERIFF was on the list of words for me...
Top 5 Reasons Why Texas Should Rename July: Military Month
Every year around the first of July, I begin thinking about Independence Day and how the month of July should be referred to as Military Month. While we do celebrate our country's independence, it was afforded to us by all the men and women who died standing up for the rights given to us by our forefathers.
10 Restaurants Every Texan Should Try
I think most of us look for famous eateries when traveling. If a town has a famous restaurant, most of us are most likely to stop and try it out. I also think that deep down inside each one of us is some kind of foodie. If you are like me, I like to try to take in the cuisine of the area that I am in. I want to experience their culture.
Famous Albums Keith Urban Played on Before Fame
It's no secret that Keith Urban is one of the biggest megastars in country music history —racking up 4 Grammys, 15 ACM awards and 13 CMAs. We all know and love his many Billboard hits that all started with his historical album, Golden Road. But little do many know that Urban was an accomplished studio and road musician before he rose to fame as a solo artist.
Johnny Cash’s Granddaughter Stumbles Into Family’s Legacy In New ‘Hello Out There’ Music Video
A new Johnny Cash album isn't all that looks back at the iconic singer's legacy. A new music video featuring his granddaughter puts fans in the house where he wrote so many of his hits. Grace June Cash — daughter to John Carter Cash and his wife Ana Cristina Cash...
SpaceX Crashes Randy Houser’s Performance — Steals the Show [Watch]
Randy Houser was left stunned after SpaceX crashed one of his recent performances. The country singer turned to social media to share some incredible content that was captured when a rocket sailed across the sky above the outdoor stage at Temecula Stampede right in the middle of one of his songs.
Get Refreshed With These 4 Perks of Pineapple Water
Maintaining good health is a popular aspect of many people's lives. Some turn to the natural remedies and boosts that certain foods can give you. One such gem is pineapple water. It's a delicious and nutritious addition to any diet. Plus, it's a perfect option for those who don't care for the plain taste of water.
George Strait and Keith Urban Earn a Rare ‘First’ With Walk of Fame
When it comes to awards, it's not very often that you can have a "first" for George Strait or Keith Urban, but — sure enough — that is set to happen. Strait and Urban were named as members of the Walk of Fame Class for 2025. The two country stars are a part of a class that features 34 other members.
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