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If You Can Pronounce These Words, You’re Definitely From Louisiana
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - You can always tell when somebody isn't from Louisiana by the way they talk. There are a lot of ways to pronounce certain towns and locations in Louisiana, and they are not always said the way you'd think they would be. Certain words in Louisiana...
Texas Panhandle’s Fishing Wonder in Lake Meredith
There is so much to learn about all of the greatness that is the Texas Panhandle. People complain all of the time about having nothing to do. Where are you looking? I mean it's easy to find stuff. Just open your eyes. If you like to get outdoors the Texas...
Possessing These 5 Unusual Items In Texas Is Illegal
They say everything's bigger in Texas. This might include the list of unusual items you're not allowed to own. The Lone Star State has its peculiar bans that might surprise you. Concealed wire cutters, for example, are a no-no to carry in Texas. The law firm Arnold & Itkin lists...
Misunderstanding Leads to Wrestling Match at Dallas Bank
A scuffle broke out at a Capital One Bank in Dallas after a guy thought the other guy cut him in line. There’s nothing like someone cutting in line to make my blood boil. It’s like they’re daring the folks who have been waiting patiently for God knows how long to challenge them for it.
Louisiana Couple Has Aerosol Can Explode in Vehicle
The heat is on in Louisiana and we all need to be aware of what is in our vehicles this summer. Brittany Wills recently posted several photos on social media that show a can in a windshield and she tells me this happened after it was left in her boyfriend's vehicle.
VIDEO: Drivers In Houston, Texas Discover Naked Person In Tree
Driving in Texas can sometimes be an experience. We've all seen at least one individual while out on the Texas roadways do something silly while driving right? Somebody going way over the speed limit, an individual not using a turn signal, or perhaps they're blasting music at an insane volume.
Crappy Fireworks Photos – What You Need to Know to Prevent That
I would hazard to guess that they have already started to fill up your newsfeed on your favorite social media sites. What is "they"? "They" would be the countless hundreds of blurry, out-of-focus, totally disappointing photos of fireworks that your friends and family have snapped as they hoped to capture the majesty of colorful explosions in the air.
A Fire Breaks Out at Abilene’s 4th of July Fireworks Celebration
Thousands of spectators gathered at Wylie High School's Hugh Sandifer Stadium for the highly anticipated WesTex Connect Fireworks Spectacular on July 3rd. The event, held for the first time at this venue, promised a night of dazzling fireworks, music, and community spirit. However, it took an unexpected turn when a fire broke out nearby.
Whataburger Knows Your Stealing Their Table Tents and Selling Them Online
It's no secret the love we have for Whataburger in Texas. Many of us love sitting down in one of their dining rooms with that numbered table tent in front of us waiting on our order. At some point in your life, you have probably taken that Whataburger table tent. It might have been a dare, the number may have meant something to you, you might have just felt rebellious. But it seems that Whataburger isn't mad at you for doing it.
19 Year Old In Belton, Texas Arrested For Alleged Lottery Fraud
A 19 year old individual in Belton, Texas stands accused of lottery fraud. Here's what is known at the time of writing. As reported by FOX 44, Jayleigh Marie Jackson was recently taken into custody. Per the arrest affidavit, police were alerted to a situation at a CEFCO convenience store on May 10th of this year. It was described as the theft of multiple books of lottery tickets.
Louisiana Lottery Confirms Powerball Winner
Sources at the Louisiana Lottery in Baton Rouge, Louisiana have confirmed the news that was shared by Powerball late Wednesday night. That news? We have a winner. A single ticket purchased for the July 3, 2024, Powerball drawing has matched the numbers needed to claim the game's jackpot prize. When...
Hurricane Beryl Track Update, What it Means for Louisiana
The distance in air miles between Lafayette, Louisiana and Grand Cayman Island in the Caribbean Sea is a little over 1,000 miles. That means the center of circulation for dangerous Category Three Hurricane Beryl is more than 1,000 miles away from Louisiana's coastline. But ask anyone who lives in hurricane...
Extreme Weather Events Are Likely The New Norm For Texas
If you think we already have extreme weather in Texas, get ready. Scientists believe it's only going to get worse. Intense thunderstorms, tornadoes, widespread flooding, and crazy tropical storms will very likely become the new norm in Texas due to climate change. State climatologist John Nielsen-Gammon noticed this year is...
Independence Day Extravaganza At Louisiana Downs
If you're looking for something to do on this 4th of July in Shreveport then this might peak your interest, especially if you're a country music fan. This 4th of July Louisiana Downs is throwing a huge event to celebrate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, with fireworks, food trucks, a kids zone, petting zoo, live races, and tribute concerts for Shania Twain and the late country legend Toby Keith.
Watch Bus Transporting Prisoners in Texas Catches Fire
Texas Drama: Prisoner Transport Bus Catches Fire on I-45 The video at the bottom of this article looks like it comes from a prison escape movie. Imagine driving down I-45 in Texas and running across a prisoner transfer bus on fire. Evacuate. The bus, loaded with inmates, was heading to...
Live Like A President In The Dallas White House For Sale For $40 Million
While Two Candidates Hit The Campaign Trail To Move Back Into The White House In D.C., The Owners Of This White House In Texas Are Moving Out. The first presidential debate was held this week and while we all try to process that, we came across a very interesting home once occupied by a former president that is back on the market after a few short years.
McDonald’s Drops 13 Beloved Menu Items Forever
Since 1948 McDonald’s has been serving America breakfast, lunch, and dinner, internationally since 1967. My kids love Mickie D's. They've substituted my family dinners while on the go many times. That's for sure! We've probably had just about everything on the menu by now too. PEOPLE reports the famous...
Carencro Louisiana Walmart Worker Quits Over Loudspeaker
Krystal and Saagar of the YouTube/Podcast show Breaking Point recently pointed out that many hardworking Americans are forced to quit their jobs due to being underpaid, underappreciated, overworked, and disrespected. These workers say they are tired and aren't taking it anymore. A couple of Walmart associates decided to quit for...
Louisiana’s Heat Makes Us Agitated, Jumpy and Miserable, Science Says
Chances are that the extreme heat in Louisiana is making you wonder if the temperature can really have an impact on our attitude, and you know the answer is "yes" on so many levels. Just how much does the extreme heat in Louisiana impact our emotions? Research reveals a significant...
List of New Louisiana Laws That Went into Effect This Week
Every year, Louisiana gets a TON of new laws and statutes. And this year is no different. Quite frankly, typically, most of them are relatively boring and don't directly impact our every day lives. That's just the way things go. However, this year, there's a few new laws that will...
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