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Six Flags Now America’s Largest Amusement Park Operator
A Huge Merger Between Two Of The Nation's Biggest Theme Park Companies Has Been Completed. We told you a few months ago about a potential blockbuster merger that was in the works between Texas based Six Flags and Cedar Fair that would combine both companies under the Six Flags banner.
Louisiana Cruisers Warned – Ladies Avoid This Activity On Shore
Thousands of Louisiana cruise vacationers are in New Orleans this morning preparing for their great ocean adventure. The Port of New Orleans is one of the Gulf Coast's leading cruise ports and with a hurricane currently blowing into Galveston, you can bet the sailing will be a little bit smoother from the Big Easy than it will be from The Strand.
Texas Bakery’s MAGA & Biden Cookies Cause Uproar
Political tensions are building as the presidential election nears, so much so that they are now affecting a bakery in Wichita Falls, Texas. Margie's Bakery and Deli recently went viral for selling cookies decorated with red frosting and the word "MAGA" on them. MAGA, of course, stands for "Make America Great Again", the slogan adopted by supporters of former President Donald J. Trump.
Former LSU Quarterback Joe Burrow Names His Mt. Rushmore of LSU Athletes
Louisiana State University has produced some of the best athletes in the world and former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow was asked to name his Mt. Rushmore of LSU athletes. When you think of LSU sports we often think of football, basketball, and baseball, but so many GREAT athletes at LSU participated in sports like Gymnastics, Track and Field, Softball, and other sports.
Extremely Large Snake Seen Alongside Louisiana Roadway
Snakes and other animals are on the move in Louisiana, and one man says he spotted a massive-sized snake in North Louisiana. Keith Johnson posted this photo of a large snake near a roadway and he says that the snake was spotted in Tensas Parish. That area of north Louisiana...
These Texas Cities Have the WORST Drivers in the State
Anyone who has been behind the wheel in Texas knows that things can be adventurous. And that doesn’t just mean when you’re in the bigger cities such at Dallas or Houston, any highway in Texas can be dangerous. Okay, it’s not the highway itself, it’s the drivers that love to go fast to get to their destination.
Want to Open Up a Food Truck in Shreveport? Check This Out
A Food Truck is one of My Favorite Things to Spot at Any Event. Growing up in California, I was used to seeing food truck parks and there were food trucks just about everywhere. Unfortunately in Shreveport-Bossier, we don't have many, so the few that we have always seem to have a loyal following. What do you do if you want to have your very own food truck but don't know where to start?
Louisiana Target Stores Announce Major Policy Change on July 15th
If you're a savvy shopper you know where to look for the bullseye on savings, right? Well, that's what the folks who operate Target Stores in cities such as Lafayette, Alexandria, Lake Charles, Monroe, and Shreveport would like you to believe. Target has built a "brick and mortar" reputation as a go-to shopping destination for everything from groceries to household items, clothing, and electronics.
Beryl Makes Landfall as Hurricane – What Louisiana Can Expect
Forecasters with the National Hurricane Center were very confident that Tropical Storm Beryl would return to hurricane status before the center of circulation crossed the middle Texas coast in the early hours of July 8, 2024. The storm was upgraded to a Category 1 Hurricane as of 11 pm. The center of circulation made landfall just a few short hours after that designation was confirmed.
These Are The Nine Items Raising Your Electric Bill In Texas
The state of Texas is in the midst of a very hot summer. With temperatures hitting nearly 100 degrees most days, many people are attempting to stay cool. This is in turn strains the state's power grid and causes one thing we hate the most. That item we don't like is none other than power bill price increases.
The Important Reason You Should Keep Orange Peels Outside Your Door Right Now
Before you throw those orange peels away, you may want to reconsider. It's funny that I ran across this helpful info right after I finished eating my first orange in over a year. I'm not sure why exactly. Well, if I'm being perfectly honest it's probably because I have had an unfortunate tendency to buy a bag of oranges only to throw it away in a couple of weeks. The reason was, that the contents inside had started to turn a gray-orange and fester.
First-Ever Buc-ee’s Store in Texas Goes Up in Flames
A fire broke out Monday morning at the first-ever Buc-ee's store in Luling, Texas. The travel center store, which was built in 2003, was severely damaged by the fire Monday morning. The good news is the building was not occupied as a new store was built in the area, thus...
Avoid Any Dangerous Zombie Watermelons in Texas, They’re Not Worth It
Every Texan loves biting into a nice cold crisp piece of watermelon on a sweltering July day. But if your watermelon displays these signs, what's intended to be a summer treat, it could mean danger. Have you ever seen what you assumed to be a delicious and safe watermelon being...
The Most Popular Coffee Drink In Texas? It’ll Surprise You.
We always talk about the amount of coffee shops here in Amarillo, and truthfully it's the same for Texas in general. I mean, we have so many to choose from, but apparently for good reason. I mean, have you ever seen a coffee shop go out of business in Amarillo?
Watch Lady Throw Trash at Person Filming Her in Texas
Texas Showdown: Woman Hurls Trash at Person Filming Her in Shocking Video. We're breaking down the video at the bottom of this article with no context whatsoever, so take it with a grain of salt. We have ourselves a real rascal here who apparently has never heard that you don't...
Surprising Reason Head Lice Outbreaks In Texas Are Rising
Head lice outbreaks in Texas are rising and the culprit is a simple and common activity that is very popular, especially among teenagers. Head lice are an annoying, gross fact of life all over the world. Even in the USA, head lice outbreaks are pretty common and the little bastards spread like wildfire.
This Crook’s Attempted Robbery Attempt Makes Texas Dumb Crooks Laugh
I love seeing dumb crooks. Doesn't matter if it's in Texas or in any other state, I love seeing it. These crooks go into their crime with the highest of hopes and the baddest of attitudes only to stumble and bumble their way to either not committing the intended crime or finding the dumbest way to get caught and behind bars. The video below I do not believe is from Texas but it doesn't matter, this is one of the dumbest of dumb crooks you'll ever see.
Spirit Halloween Set To Open At the End of the Summer
As summer gets hotter and hotter, people begin dreaming of those cooler fall days with the smell of pumpkin spice in the air with a hint of mischief. One of the first places that begins to usher in spooky season is Spirit Halloween. Although, we're several months away from October,...
The Texas Woman Who Was Executed For Killing Three of Five Husbands
Have you heard to story of Betty Lou Beets? She was no doubt plagues with a harder life than most. At the age of three she lost her hearing after contracting measles. When she was 12 her mother was institutionalized and after that she was forced to take care of her siblings and her sexually abusive father.
This is How Long it Takes to Drive by Texas Tesla Building at 80 mph
Ever Wondered How Long It Takes to Pass the Tesla Gigafactory Outside Austin at 80 MPH? We Found Out!. Driving past the Tesla Gigafactory, located just outside of Austin, Texas, is a moment many automotive enthusiasts and tech aficionados dream of. This sprawling, cutting-edge facility, which is at the heart...
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