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Cody Johnson’s ‘Dirt Cheap’ Lyrics Will Make a Parent Weep [Listen]
Cody Johnson's "Dirt Cheap" isn't about being thrifty. The lyrics to his new country ballad will hit the hearts of anyone who's a parent, and most of those who just have one. Josh Phillips wrote "Dirt Cheap," found on Johnson's critically acclaimed Leather album. Country fans should be familiar with the theme: a businessman comes knocking, but a property owner isn't selling. Justin Moore, Montgomery Gentry and (in a different kind of way) Jordan Davis have all lauded the value of good dirt in recent years.
Hilarious Footage of Incredibly Slow Police Chase in Corpus Christi
Usually, police chases don’t work out well for the person evading arrest. This police chase just might be the exception to the rule. I don’t know what it is about them, but I can watch police chase videos all day. It’s a rabbit hole that I have gone down more times than I would care to admit.
Haunting Secrets Can Be Found in This Tiny Texas Village
The question must be asked, do you believe in ghosts? If you answered yes, then I ask you if you're afraid of ghosts. These were the questions I was asked years ago when I first toured the Buffalo Gap Historic Village Jail. Once you get that question settled in your...
Hear A ‘Code Brown’ Announced At Walmart? Exit The Store Immediately
Hearing announcements over the intercom while shopping happens all the time. How many times have we heard "cleanup on aisle six?" However, hearing an announcement you don't recognize can be a little unsettling. I already knew some stores used color-coded announcements to alert associates and staff to certain situations, but I had never heard about "Code Brown" before. I had to find out what's what.
Little Big Town Had an Epic Wardrobe Malfunction at Their First ACM Awards
Little Big Town are longtime veterans on awards show red carpets these days, but the group didn't always have their act together so seamlessly. The award-winning foursome suffered an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction the first time they attended the ACM Awards, but they can laugh about it today. Taste of Country's...
Texans Should Put A Dryer Sheet In Their Mailbox Right Now
I'm all about things that make life easy. Life hacks. Tricks you can use to get the job done. I found one that Texans need to act on now. Consider popping a dryer sheet into your mailbox. Yes, you read that right, a dryer sheet, like the kind you toss in the dryer with your laundry. At first, this might sound a bit unusual, but it’s a neat little hack that can make a big difference.
Here Are the Lyrics to Luke Combs, ‘Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma’ [Listen]
Luke Combs wrote a song for a movie, but don't expect him to star in a feature film any time soon. "Ain't No Love in Oklahoma" was written for Twisters, an update of the 1996 blockbuster hit Twister. Twisters will hit movie theaters on July 19. The 29-song Twisters soundtrack...
Chris Stapleton Gets Early ACM Awards Win
The 2024 ACM Awards air on Thursday night (May 16), but Chris Stapleton is already a winner. The country superstar and reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year was announced as the ACM Artist-Songwriter of the Year in a press release on Thursday morning. Stapleton won over a high-profile group of...
Lights Out, Texas! It’s Not Just for the Birds
According to statistics shared by Audubon Texas, over one hundred million birds die annually after colliding with manmade structures. Collisions with manmade structures are one of the primary causes of death for migratory birds. The Lights Out, Texas! initiative is working to lower those numbers and protect billions of birds migrating through the state.
Lainey Wilson Leads 2024 ACM Awards Winners — See the Full List!
The winners in the 2024 ACM Awards have been announced, and Lainey Wilson walked away as the night's biggest winner. Wilson shared a win with Jelly Roll for Music Event of the Year for "Save Me," and she also won Female Artist of the Year before completing her huge evening by winning the night's most prestigious award, Entertainer of the Year.
Don’t Put This In The Bed Of A Truck in Texas, It’s Illegal
You. Don't put yourself in a truck bed if you are under 18 and here is why. Is it Legal to Ride in the Bed of a Truck in Texas?. For many of us, the thought of taking a ride in the bed of a truck as it zooms down the highway is enticing. The wind in your hair, the sun on your face, and the thrill of the ride make it a tempting adventure. However, before you hop in the back of that pick-up truck, it is imperative to determine the legality of the ride. This is especially important for Texas drivers, where laws regarding truck beds are somewhat specific.
Here Are The 5 Best Rivers To Float In Texas
People might wonder why we find floating down a river for hours so fun but it's one of the biggest past times for us Texans in the summer. Now that the weather is warmer and summer is just around the corner it's time to start planning your float trip. Just...
Tim McGraw’s Next Acting Adventure Sounds Dangerous
Tim McGraw is set to star in a second drama that involves cowboys, dirt and danger. The singer and actor has just been confirmed for a bull rider drama on Netflix. McGraw's most recent acting role was as James Dutton in the Yellowstone prequel 1883. Wife Faith Hill and Sam...
Luke Combs Has a Lot to Say About Lainey Wilson [Exclusive]
Luke Combs and Lainey Wilson are both up for the prestigious Entertainer of the Year award at this year's 2024 ACM Awards. We sat down with ACM Entertainer of the Year nominee for a one-on-one about his brand-new song, "Ain't No Love in Oklahoma," which comes out Thursday (May 16). It's a featured song on the soundtrack for the upcoming movie, Twisters.
45 Country Artists Vote for Entertainer of the Year at the 2024 ACM Awards
The category for Entertainer of the Year at the 2024 ACM Awards is stacked! With seven nominations, it's clear that even the Academy of Country Music had a hard time narrowing down the competition. The 2024 ACM Awards Entertainer of the Year Nominations. Every name in this year's list of...
Texas Has A Gun Problem And It’s Not What You Think
Do you have a firearm, or maybe a whole collection? Then this information should definitely concern you. Texans love guns. It's estimated that there are well over a million guns in Texas. Texans love guns for home and personal protection, hunting, and just for collecting. We have absolutely no problem having a gun in our homes or or on our hip. It's just a way of life here and guns have become as ubiquitous as a set of car keys...you just grab 'em both before you leave the house.
Watch As A Monster Hailstorm Slams Portions of Texas
Portions of Central Texas were slammed on Thursday, May 9 by a massive hailstorm that dropped baseball, grapefruit, and even larger size hail over San Marcos, Johnson City, and other towns. Residents are patching the holes and picking up the pieces today. According to KXAN, downed trees and power lines...
Unleash the Ultimate Texas Lifestyle: Hickory Wind Farm – A Luxurious Retreat for Sale
If one thing comes to mind about Texas, it's the ranches. A stunning ranch is located in Chandler, a small city near Canton and Tyler and it is for sale. If you are looking for a home surrounded by large pine trees, creeks, and a ton of land, this is the perfect place.
Find Out the Most Popular Baby Names in Texas the Year You Were Born
Texas is a lot of fun, a good mixture of being unique and yet still enjoying tradition. So, when the topic of popular baby names from Texas came up, I truly didn’t know what to expect. There is still a large portion of Texas that is very religious so...
Everything You Need to Know About the ‘What The Sigma’ Trend
Even if you don't have teens or pre-teens in your house, you still may have heard the phrase "what the sigma." Before you play cool by acting like you know what it means when you actually don't, let's breakdown what those kids are saying. Where Did 'What The Sigma' Come...
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