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Most Powerful Rocket Ever Built Passes Flight Test
On the morning of June 6th, SpaceX successfully landed the most powerful rocket ever built, Starship, from orbit. Takeoff occurred around 7:50 this morning near Boca Chica, TX, until re-entering Earth's atmosphere about an hour later and successfully landing on a SpaceX ship in the Indian Ocean. SpaceX posted this...
Maren Morris Comes Out as Bisexual
Maren Morris recognized Pride Month by revealing she's bisexual. Her social media post includes six photos and a caption that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community. Maren Morris finalized her divorce from singer / songwriter Ryan Hurd in January. The couple were married for five years and have one child together, a...
Unveiling 4 Dangerous And Powerful Drug Cartels In Texas
Over the weekend I had some extra time on my hands. It was nice for a change. I was flipping through some channels trying to catch up on a favorite show. One of the stations was airing a program about drug cartels and how rampant they are in the United States.
The One Hootie and the Blowfish Song Darius Rucker Can’t Listen To Anymore + Why
Of course we all know of Darius Rucker and his thriving country music career, but let us not forget that he was a part of Hootie and the Blowfish, the band with the album, Cracked Rearview, that is in the Top 20 album sales of all-time in America. But there...
Seasonal Crimes on the Rise In Texas
Before you ask, no, seasonal crimes are not when you get accosted by the boiling sun in the summer. What seasonal crime actually means is the increased rate of violent crimes committed as the temperatures rise. This is more common than you'd think. In fact, juvenile crime rates alone increase...
Comedian Theo Von Wins the Internet With Jelly Roll Impression [Watch]
We all know that Jelly Roll can be an emotional guy. Whenever he wins an award, you can bet on his speech giving you goosebumps each and every time. His powerful acceptance speeches are now so well know that comedian Theo Von did a hilarious impression of a Jelly Roll after winning an award. The video is quickly spreading across the internet and even Jelly, himself, has seen the impression.
Costco’s New CFO Reveals the Fate of the $1.50 Hot Dog
It's been a staple in America since 1985, the $1.50 hot dog and soda combo at Costco. But recently, there have been rumors that the new management at Costco was going to raise the price of said combo. Is Costco Getting Rid of the $1.50 Hot Dog?. It's one of...
Teen Girl Survives Shark Attack On Texas Beach By ‘Punching It’
A teenager survived a terrifying encounter with a shark in Galveston, Texas last week that left her with four severed tendons in her hand and a wild story to tell her grandkids someday. "I looked down and there was a shark attached to my hand," Damiana Humphrey recounted to FOX26...
Terri Clark Knows the Real Reason Blake Shelton Ditched His Mullet [Exclusive]
The relationship between country music and the mullet haircut is a long and strong one. The mullet was big in the '80s and '90s, then disappeared for a while, then came back as of late. Terri Clark Knows the Real Reason Blake Shelton Ditched His Mullet. Clark was a recent...
5 Tornadoes In One Day? It Just Happened In The Texas Panhandle.
If you haven't noticed, the panhandle has been absolutely hammered by storms over the last few weeks. We aren't talking about that summer showers where it dumps down rain and nothing else. We're talking about severe storms that rip through and cause damage in a 5-10 minute span. Every day...
Avoid These Top 10 Father’s Day Gifts: Texas Dads Don’t Want
As a proud Texas father of eight wonderful children and a husband of 38 years, I've experienced my fair share of Father's Day gifts. With five daughters and three sons, I'm often asked, "Dad, what do you want for Father's Day?" To help my kids—and other families—I’ve compiled a list of gifts that many dads, including myself, would rather avoid. This is for all the thoughtful family members who want to ensure their gift is a hit.
Happy Anniversary: Texas Attorney General Sues Biden For The 75th Time
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued the Biden Administration for the 75th time. This is a politicians version of a psycho-dialing an ex. It's like the guy wants attention or something. Or could it be, these guys just love to see each other in court?. It's Special. Did you...
CMA Fest Day 3: Lainey Wilson Stuns With Terri Clark Collaboration [Pictures, Video + Setlist]
Lainey Wilson surprised fans with a very special guest star during her performance on Day 3 of CMA Fest 2024 in Nashville on Saturday night (June 8). The reigning CMA and ACM Entertainer of the Year invited Terri Clark to join her for Clark's '90s hit, "Poor, Poor Pitiful Me."
Here’s What Jelly Roll Prefers to Be Called in Public [Exclusive]
In the past couple of years, Jelly Roll has become a household name across America. Everywhere the country star goes, people are clamoring for a chance to get some face time with him. But if you do, you might not want to refer to him as Jelly Roll. What Jelly...
8-Year-Old Texan with Terminal Cancer Allowed to Skydive
Okay, even if you're a tough man from Texas you might want to grab a tissue for this one. As KHOU 11 is reporting that an 8-year-old by from Texas was allowed to fulfil a bucket list item as he jumped out of a plane to try skydiving!. Paxton Idell...
Texas, Get Ready For A New Chicken Sandwich From Chick-Fil-A
There's always going to be new food for someone to try in Texas. We've some very interesting foods here in the Lone Star State, especially when the State Fair of Texas happens. But there are times during the year when something special is released from an eatery. But what could that item have?
Maddie & Tae’s Taylor Kerr Is Having a Baby!
Maddie Marlow and Taylor Kerr and best friends, duet partners in Maddie & Tae and are now in a season of raising children together. Kerr welcomed daughter Leighton in January of 2022, and Marlow's son Forrest arrived in September of 2023. Now, their kiddo gang is getting another member!. With...
You MUST Try These Amazing Restaurants When You’re in Texas
When you’re in Texas there are certain things that everyone wants to do. Some of those things can include the always fun tourist stop at Buc-ee's or maybe a more historical visit like going to the Alamo. Lots of people love to go to the big cities like Dallas, Houston or Austin. But when you’re in Texas, one thing is certain you’ll eat good food. But there are certain restaurants that are an absolute must when you’re in The Lone Star State.
See Inside Country Stars’ Most Beautiful Homes — No. 5 Is Incredible! [Pictures]
It's easy to picture country stars living the simple life in more rustic-style homes, but that's not the case at all for some of your favorite country singers. Some of them live in absolute splendor in jaw-droppingly beautiful homes. Alan Jackson's music is down-to-Earth, but his taste in homes sure...
Attention Kmart Shoppers: There Are Still 2 Kmart Stores Left in America
If you are over 20 years old or so, it's safe to say that you have been inside a Kmart, or have at least heard of the once mega-giant retailer. Kmart is mostly a thing of the past, but if you thought every Kmart was gone, think again. There Are...
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