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7 Myths About Texas Other States Believe
Texas is probably one of the most well-known states. Movies have done a number on how people see Texans. When you ask someone not from Texas what they think Texas is like, they usually mention a cowboy. I'm here to bust some of the myths about Texas and its people.
Texas' Prison System Could Run Out of Beds for Those Incarcerated by Late 2025, New Report Says
ALABAMA - For a few months now, Texas' prison system has been under the spotlight as it struggles to keep inmates safe amid scorching hot temperatures and staffing shortages. Some counties have even leaned into teenagers to fill the role of correction officers, while others have opted to send people awaiting for their trial to another county or state. But challenges remain.
Texas Is Celebrating A Very Weird New Holiday In October
It's not that often that I'm stunned, but I'm a bit stunned right now. My family moved me to Texas over 40 years ago. It was quite the culture shock coming from California to a tiny little town in Texas called Union. It was days before I found out it was near a bigger town, Brownfield, and even longer before I discovered the City Of Lubbock. I eventually fell in love with Texas, but in those early days one of those things we'd say to stay positive was, "At least we don't have to deal with earthquakes". Especially when you're young and dumb, something you can see, like "tornadoes" beats something you can't see like earthquakes.
This Year Will Be The Last Vehicle Inspection You Get in Texas
I just had my last vehicle inspection because starting on January 1st, 2025, Texans will not have to make a yearly trip to get a safety inspections on their vehicle. The new law going into effect on Jan. 1, 2025. Ensuring safe vehicles will now be a personal responsibility. State Sen. Mayes Middleton says...
When You Should Stop Mowing – And How To Mow – Your Grass In Texas
Fall is in the air and, all over Texas, some folks are wondering when we'll get that first frost while others are debating when to stop mowing the *%^# lawn. El Paso doesn't get much of a winter but we usually do get just cold enough to not have to worry about the lawn for a minute. The parts of Texas that get a real winter don't have to wonder about this as much.
Off The Wall Texas Laws You May Not Know About
As model citizens, we all know most of the laws that we need to abide behind in our everyday lives. Don't speed, don't steal, don't hurt someone, don't drink and drive, you know things like that. Those are standard laws we see getting broken daily on the news or online....
Texas Has Some of the Most Beautiful Courthouses in the Country
I'm willing to bet most people in Texas would rather stay away from any courthouse for a variety of reasons, but when you have some of the most historical and beautiful buildings to gander at, you can't help but marvel at the architectural beauty that graces the Texas landscape. I...
Need A Halloween Costume? Here’s 10 That Will Turn Heads In Texas.
It's one of those holidays you either love, or hate. Halloween. In Texas, it really kind of depends on where you live. Austin was HOPPING with trick-or-treaters, and all the houses in nearly every neighborhood would comply. Amarillo is a bit different, as there are hot spots you need to...
Video: Truck Trashes Texas Highway
Have you ever done this? You're cruising down Highway 30 in Dallas, Texas, minding your business, when suddenly, a gust of wind kicks up debris from the back of a truck like confetti at the world’s least exciting parade. You can watch the video at the bottom of this article.
Armyworms Are Wreaking Havoc Across Texas Invading Lawns and Pastures
They are small but highly destructive and they are slithering their way across Texas and while they may look innocent enough, the armyworm is taking aim at lawns, gardens, pastures across the state. According to the Dallas Morning News, Armyworms have been hatching across Texas including North and Central Texas...
The 15 Most Common Words Texans Use That Have Double Meaning
The beauty of the West Texas language isn’t just in the slang like “fixin’ to” or “jeet yet?” It’s in these words that carry a double meaning, or better yet as we Texans like to call it "Double Speak." They show how dynamic our speech is, and how the same word can take on a completely different meaning, depending on how we use it.
This Hidden Speakeasy Has the Best Martini in Texas, They Say
Some people say that if you want to find the very best martini you can find anywhere in the Lone Star State, you may want to plan a little trip over to this 'hidden speakeasy' right here in Texas. I LOVE a good martini. Furthermore, If I am really in...
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