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Post-Pandemic Texas: Population Boom
It probably surprises nobody that Texas is a growing state. But how do the numbers look when addressing the pandemic?. In 2022, Texas actually surpassed a population of 30 million, just second in population size behind California (39 million). It's important to note that even Texas counties that saw a...
Should Home Schooled Kids in Wichita Falls, Texas Play on UIL Teams?
Some Texas school districts already allow this, could Wichita Falls be next?. Could We See Home School Children on Sports Teams in Wichita Falls?. Some parents throughout Wichita Falls have decided to pull their children out of schools within the WFISD and educate them at home. However, the one thing some of these parents think their children are missing out on is athletic programs. Whether that be football, basketball, or baseball as examples.
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...
Dallas Cowboys Announce Their 2024 Schedule In the Best Way
The much anticipated 2024 schedule has been released. We got a little glimpse when Fox announced that their newest announcer, Tomy Brady, would call his first game on Sunday, September 8th, and it would be between the Dallas Cowboys at the Cleveland Browns. Yesterday the NFL released the full schedule....
3.6M Texans Will Travel for Memorial Day
If you're planning a road trip anywhere in Texas for Memorial Day weekend, you should know that EVERYONE in Texas and the country, for that matter, is planning a road trip for Memorial Day. Triple-A says that this Memorial Day weekend, 43.8 million Americans are expected travel at least 50...
The Secret Thing Mail Carriers Do to Your Bills That You Don’t Even Notice
It's easy to take mail delivery for granted when it seems like there is rarely anything in your mailbox worth keeping besides a couple bills that need to be paid. But if you pay close attention, you might just catch your mail carrier doing something few notice along their routes.
My Advice To Lubbock Graduates Of All Ages…Move
Congrats on your many years of school. Graduation is not a simple thing or everyone would do it. Lubbock is a great place but it is not the end all be all. You are not getting an accurate picture of the world and it's people if you live in Lubbock all your life then settle down here. Trust me, there's a reason close to ten thousand people graduate at Texas Tech, then immediately head somewhere else. You opportunities are limited here and your skills may be much more valued somewhere else.
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.
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.
Rising Costs: Texans Now Making Fast Food Favorites at Home
Hard working Texans are getting hit in the wallet right now and even fast food is getting to be too expensive. It's sad to see people not being able to afford this option anymore but it’s we all know that food costs are on the rise for everyone and that includes big businesses, and they still must make profits, so those additional costs are passed on to us, the consumers. But the price increase is causing some to fight back and start making some of their favorite fast-food items at home.
A Small Texas Eatery Named Among 50 Most Beautiful Restaurants in The U.S.
Here's something people don't talk about enough, the most beautiful restaurants. We've got mountains of lists ranking the best BBQ, the best burgers, the best wings, and wine spritzers, but what about the best atmosphere? That's important. While we may overlook a rundown joint on the outskirts of town cause...
Was a Shark Caught in Popular Texas Tubing River? [VIDEO]
Many are freaking out after video of a shark supposedly being caught in a popular Texas summer destination. Literally a couple weeks ago we had a story on the best rivers to float in Texas this summer. The first one mentioned in the story is the Guadalupe River in New Braunfels, Texas. Well, some folks don't really feel comfortable floating the river after a video posted to Tik Tok shows a shark being caught there.
New Texas Medicine Recall Because Users Are Vulnerable To Death
As a Texas resident that is on a permanent medication due to an auto immune disorder, I am always keeping an eye out for prescription warnings and recalls because there is no way to make different lifestyle choices that will allow me to find a path off of medicinally treating my disease. Unfortunately, I am not alone in being prescribed a medication maintenance as it is believed over half of Americans take a daily dosage.
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.
Avoid Buying Your Child A Blue Swim Suit This Year
Living in Dallas, Austin, Amarillo and Longview, Texas we know it's going to be hot during the summer, it's just a fact of Texas living. Many Texans seek relief from the heat by splashing around in a pool, whether it's a public or community pool or one in our backyards, they can cool us off on those sweltering days.
Is it Legal to Live In a Storage Unit In Texas?
Okay, okay, in truth, there's a little more to it than that. We all go through some tough times, some tougher than others. There may be a moment in your life where you are in need of a temporary living space. In this case, I would advise asking a friend or relative, finding a cheap hotel nearby, or in worst cases, finding a safe and legal spot to park your car and crash there for a night or two.
Do It Texas Style: Bunk up Like a Billionaire With Your Besties
Do you ever dream of living like a billionaire in Texas? I'm not saying like a millionaire I'm talking about a downright, not a care in the word true Texas billionaire. I have and do every day, and if you answered "YES!" Surprise, get ready to live like a real Texas billionaire.
Lowriding Culture On Exhibit at the Bullock Texas State History Museum
On Saturday, May 11, the Bullock Texas State History Museum will be opening a new exhibition celebrating the lowriding culture in Texas. The exhibition is called Carros y Cultura: Lowriding Legacies in Texas. The bilingual exhibition will highlight the rich culture of the Texas lowriding communities. Those who attend will...
Win Tickets to Pat Green at Albany’s Aztec Theater June 7
Albany Live and 92.5 The Ranch are pleased to announce a ticket giveaway to see Pat Green live in concert in Albany, Texas. Winners of this contest will have the chance to win the following prizes:. One pair of General Admission tickets. One pair of VIP tickets (access to free...
What Happens If You Don’t Show For Jury Duty In Texas?
We've pretty much all received one of these little postcards in the mail. No, not one of those pretty beach scene ones from someone on vacation, I'm talking about one that comes from Potter or Randall County. It's white, has a bunch of words and numbers on it, and it's...
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