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Vince Gill Fan Drains Her Savings After Falling For Online Scam
A Vince Gill fan in Massachusetts has fallen prey to an online scam so devastating that it drained her retirement and savings accounts and fractured her relationship with friends and family. In a recent episode of the podcast Scammer Stories, a woman who identifies herself only as Jackie shares her...
Toby Keith’s Daughter Shares a Birthday Message For Her Late Dad [Photo]
Toby Keith would have turned 63 on Monday (July 8), and his friends and family are celebrating his birthday for the first time since he died on Feb. 5, 2024. The country star's daughter Krystal Keith — who is a country performer in her own right — shared a brief remembrance of him on social media. "Happy Birthday to our Popster," she wrote, alongside a photo of her dad grinning on a baseball field and holding up a card that reads, "Keep Smiling."
World Famous Bruno Steel House In Texas Lowers Its Asking Price
A Viral And Very Well Known Airbnb Rental In West Texas Just Lowered Its Asking Price. If you've ever scrolled through Airbnb listings in Texas over the last few years, one of the most popular and unique listings you'll find is one called the Bruno Steel House in Ransom Canyon, just outside of Lubbock.
Terrifying Shark Encounters In South Padre Island During Fourth Of July Holiday
The Fourth of July weekend has come and gone but the residual effects still linger as vacationers got the scare of their life in South Padre Island, Texas as not one, but four people encountered a shark attack. On Thursday, July 4th, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) responded...
Morgan Wallen Made Country Music History in the U.K.
Morgan Wallen just made country music history during his July 4 show at BST Hyde Park in London. The singer performed in front of a sold-out crowd of 50,000 people making it the largest country concert ever held in the United Kingdom. Morgan Wallen's Historic Show at BST Hyde Park.
Here Are the Lyrics to Carly Pearce’s ‘Truck on Fire’ [Listen]
Carly Pearce is no stranger to cheatin' songs, but in her new single, "Truck on Fire," she breaks out the pyrotechnics. Fans have seen Pearce sing about heartbreak, loss, betrayal and moving on with hits like "What He Didn't Do" and "Never Wanted to Be That Girl," but this time around, she's showing a more vengeful streak. This song could be right up there with the most searing woman-scorned anthems from Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood.
Texas State Park Passes Are About To Get More Expensive
An annual Texas State Park Pass from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department gets you unlimited visits to over 85 parks across our state. If you're a big outdoorsman, you've probably got one. If you don't, but you're thinking about getting one, don't delay. Prices are about to increase for the second time since the program was developed in 2004.
Here’s 5 Traffic Violations Texans Get Ticketed For The Most
Driving in Texas like anywhere else, requires obeying traffic laws designed to keep everyone safe out on the road. However, some laws are violated more frequently than others, leading to accidents and the dreaded traffic ticket. In a blog from Aceable, they've listed out some of these commonly violated laws....
The Heartbreaking Reason Bunnie Xo Wasn’t With Her Dad When He Died
Over the past year, fans of Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo have gotten to know and love her dad, Bill. As he battled Stage IV cancer, Bill moved from Texas to Tennessee to be closer to his daughter and her country superstar husband, and the family documented much of his journey dealing with his illness. He died in May, and given how involved Bunnie had been with his treatment and day-to-day life, some fans were surprised to learn that she wasn't with him when he died.
Wynonna Judd Reveals Vegas Residency With a Little Help From Her Farm
The country legend is celebrating 40 years in country music this year, and to celebrate, she's set for a three-date Las Vegas residency at the city's Venetian Resort. Billed as Wynonna Judd: The Greatest Hits, the three-night affair will feature songs from all eras of her catalog and revisit some of the biggest hits she recorded as one-half of the mother-daughter duo The Judds.
Jelly Roll’s Wife, Bunnie Xo, Reveals When She’s Releasing Her Tell-All Memoir
Since Jelly Roll has been on the country scene, most fans have also been introduced to his wife, Bunnie Xo. If you have learned anything about Bunnie, it's that her life, both past and present, is something out of the pages of a book. Soon, you'll be able to read that book for yourself.
Excellent Texas Small Town Made Best In America
The Texas Triangle has been a very popular topic of interest for the United States, and it has almost acted more like a Texas magnet for the flood of incoming new residents that are seeking a better life by fleeing their current situation in hopes of prosperity and freedom in the Lone Star State.
Here’s 10 of the Rudest Things Seen in Abilene Churches
Sunday mornings are set aside for a bunch of things. Bacon sizzling and the smell of coffee brewing, family get-togethers, and for most of us worship and going to church. Many Abilene families that I know take their faith and worship seriously. Reverence is very important. I think most of us will agree there's a way you're supposed to act in church and there's a way you're not. Many of us were raised with mothers and grandmothers who would give us one good glare if we even thought of misbehaving. You'd have a hard time believing what still goes on during church nowadays.
Target Making Yet Another Huge Change to Checkout Lanes
Be prepared for yet another update made to the checkout process if you're headed to Target in the coming days. It's been a period of change for customers and employees when it comes to the checkout lane at Target. Shoppers initially saw Target join other retail stores in relying more...
Worst Fireworks Show Ever? Texas Residents Sound Off On Fourth Of July Fail
The Fourth of July has come and gone as millions witnessed fireworks across this great nation. However, one community in the Lone Star State was left a little baffled and underwhelmed when a fire broke out at a fireworks show. The WesTex Connect fireworks show was scheduled the day before...
Willie Nelson is All Smiles As He Returns to the Road After Illness [Photo]
Willie Nelson returned to the stage of his traveling Outlaw Music Festival on Sunday night (July 7), playing his second show since returning to the stage after a bout of illness. The 91-year-old country legend has missed eight Outlaw Music Festival dates over the past month due to unspecified health...
Jelly Roll Plans + Executes Epic Day Date For His Wife [Watch]
Jelly Roll and his wife, Bunnie Xo, have quite the love for one another. Their love story is as original as a fingerprint and heart-filling to watch. When you've been with someone for as long as Jelly and Bunnie, it can be challenging to think of unique date ideas to keep the spark alive. But Jelly Roll planned out a fun adventure for his wife when they had some down town.
Mary Martin, Veteran Manager Who Championed Keith Urban, Dead at 85
Mary Martin, a longtime artist manager and A&R executive in the country, folk and rock & roll formats, has died, according to a statement posted to social media by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. She was 85 years old. Martin played a pivotal role in the careers...
Luke Combs’ Son’s Birthday Cake is a Country Kid’s Dream [Photo]
Looks like Luke Combs and his wife Nicole have a bona fide country boy on their hands. The couple's oldest son, Tex, turned two years old last month, and the family celebrated with a birthday cake fit for any budding little farmer. It was decorated in John Deere green icing, and embellished with mini crop patches, ears of corn and a toy front end loader.
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