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Summer Splash-Andres’s Backyard Orchestra and Pyrosapiens!
Join us at Buffalo Springs Lake for NINE straight days of food, fun, refreshments, fishing and camping during the 'Summer Splash' July 11th through the 20th!. Tonight at Texas Twister at the Marina it's Andres's Backyard Orchestra with a special performance by Pyrosapiens!. Remember to enter to win a $50...
Clint Eastwood’s Longtime Girlfriend Has Died
Clint Eastwood’s longtime partner Christina Sandera has died. She was 61 years old and had been in a relationship with the actor since 2014. Eastwood confirmed the news in a statement that reads, “Christina was a lovely, caring woman, and I will miss her very much.”. Eastwood was...
Price Slashed on Iconic Johnny Cash Family Estate for Sale — See Inside! [Pictures]
A historic estate that was a mainstay of Johnny Cash's family is up for sale, and the sellers have reduced the price for the iconic Tennessee property. The official listing from Compass Realty says the former Cash family residence is called Dogwood Estate, and it's located on 20 acres of pristine land on Cash Mountain in the Nashville suburb of Hendersonville, Tenn.
DINING DEALS! Your Resource For Unbelievable Deals For Lubbock’s Local Businesses!
Good. Because we've got all the special deals for all the special local businesses in Lubbock that you won't want to miss. Each week, we bring YOU an opportunity to experience the best that Lubbock can offer at just a fraction of the price. Each week, we bring YOU a different business, so you'll have to move quick or miss out.
Bob Newhart Had a Hilarious Opinion of Country Music
Bob Newhart spent decades delighting audiences with his wit and humor on screens of all sizes. The comedian and actor died on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the age of 94. As a result, clips of his funniest moments have been surfacing online with one in particular that will catch the eye of country music fans.
FCC Proposal Offers Freedom of Choice with Your Mobile Service Provider
The FCC has just announced that they are proposing a 60-day unlocking requirement for all mobile service providers. Customers purchasing new cell phones would have 60 days to change their service provider before being locked. What does it mean if my phone is "locked" by a provider?. If your phone...
Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy! Restaurants Are Closing at an Alarming Rate
Famous Food Network personality Guy Fieri has been a staple to Americans for more than a decade now. His popularity is so much that he opened a large chain of once-successful chicken restaurants. At its peak, Chicken Guy! boasted 18 locations across the country. But as of June 30, the...
Lubbock Last-Minute Plans: Battle of The Bands, Shopping, & More
As the weekend arrives and Lubbock decompresses from the work week, we all want to find some way to unwind. Whether you like to relax at home, get together with friends, or spend quality time with your family, the weekend is always a great time to hang out and do what you enjoy.
HGTV’s Christina Hall, Tarek + Heather El Moussa to Continue Filming ‘The Flip Off’ Without Joshua Hall
It's been quite the interesting week for HGTV star, Christina Hall. Earlier this week, it was learned that they both filed for divorce from one another with Joshua filing first. There is an interesting show plotted for release in 2025 on HGTV called The Flip Off, which was going to...
Mary Lou Retton Reveals Details of 2023 Health Scare: ‘I Should Be Dead’
Mary Lou Retton is thankful to be alive after a health scare in 2023 that almost took her life. The Gold medal gymnast is opening up about her battle with what doctors are saying was a rare form of pneumonia that she says should have killed her. "I literally —...
Time To Save: Guess What Is Coming Back To Lubbock?
A Lubbock store is officially coming back after closing down. J.Crew Group, Inc., is an American multi-brand, multi-channel, specialty retailer. The company offers an assortment of women's, men's, and children's apparel and accessories, including swimwear, outerwear, loungewear, bags, sweaters, denim, dresses, suits, jewelry, and shoes. The phrases “factory store” and...
Girl Scouts Troop Leader Arrested, Charged With Felony for the Craziest Reason
When you think of the Girl Scouts, you think wholesome teachings and role models for America's youth, with an outcome of understanding life and how to navigate it a little better. You most certainly don't think of fraud — but a Girl Scouts troop leader was recently arrested and charged...
Rory Feek Marries Again Eight Years After Late Wife Joey’s Death [Watch]
Rory Feek has married again, eight years after the death of his late wife and singing partner, Joey Feek. The singer-songwriter and author wrote a special song for his big day, and he surprised his new bride with the song, which is accompanied by an emotional video. Feek wed his...
More Businesses Coming to Lubbock’s Covenant Park
Summer Moon Coffee is bringing its famed oak-roasted coffee and signature sweet cream Moon Milk® to a second location in the Hub City. The Austin-based coffee shop will open its second location in late 2024 at Covenant Park. This second Lubbock location will be a fantastic addition to the Summer Moon family of coffee shops. The shop will feature a drive-thru, online order ahead, and free Wi-Fi, ensuring convenience and comfort for all visitors.
Hall Pass Cash: Get Ready for a New School Year With Your Chance to Win a $500 Prepaid Visa Gift Card
Back-to-school shopping may be fun but it's not cheap! We're giving you a chance to get your budget out of detention with those much-needed back-to-school funds. You could score a $500 prepaid Visa Gift Card. That's enough to buy:. 4,411 no. 2 pencils. 29 Trapper Keepers. 250 3-subject spiral notebooks.
Luke Combs + Post Malone Perform on a Moving Truck in Downtown Nashville [Watch]
Post Malone has had a crazy few days in Music City. This week, the rapper-turned-friend-of-country performed unreleased material from his upcoming country project, F-1 Trillion, on a typical stage, then found one less conventional. Downtown Nashville came to a standstill on the ever-busy Broadway when Posty and his good country...
Convenient Products to Help Beat the Texas Heat
Texas summers are no joke when it comes to the heat. It can be almost unbearable to be outside for extended periods of time, so most of us end up hiding away in the air conditioning until fall finally arrives. As someone who can’t stand getting hot but loves spending...
California Gives Texas Some Competition When It Comes To Tumbleweeds
Prepare yourself for "The Mother Of All Tumbleweeds". I was trying the research the biggest tumbleweed ever recorded in Texas and I came up somewhat dry. We certainly have many tumbleweeds, and some real monsters. What I did find out is the largest tumbleweed every recorded was 38 feet in diameter, but I can't find out where it was located or any backstory at all. I would also like to add that if you're reading this saying, "I've seen bigger", I absolutely believe you.
The Top 50 Safest Cities to Live in Texas
Whether you are moving to Texas for the first time, or you are looking for a good area to move to and raise a family, it is important to consider the safety of the area you are moving to. Texas is a very large state with many great places to...
Bad News Beers: Bud Light Just Slipped to No. 3 Brew in America
We all heard about Bud Light-Gate, the boycott of Bud Light, in April 2023. The boycott began in response to a social media promotion the company conducted with TikTok personality Dylan Mulvaney, a transgender woman. Up until that point, Bud Light was the number one beer brand in America. After...
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