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Here are Texans’ Most Popular Luxury Vacations for This Year
I'd like to think I'm a seasoned veteran in the vacationing biz, only because of the "Rudy Cruise!" We vacationed together with our listeners for 14 years straight. Then, COVID-19 hit and all the pandemic regulations put a halt on the infamous Rudy Cruise!. As I start looking forward and...
Once Beloved Mall Brand About to Make Triumphant Return After 15 Years
It's the 1990s all over again. At least that's what one brand is banking on as it teases a return several years after closing its doors. At one time, seemingly every mall in America was occupied by the same stores selling clothing to tweens and teens. Shoppers came to expect these stores in just about every shopping mall:
7 ‘Carol Burnett Show’ Characters Who Still Make Us Laugh
Comedy can quickly become outdated as styles, mannerisms, and references lose their appeal faster than ever. This rapid evolution often leaves some TV shows seeming outdated in no time at all. That said, when you revisit some of the more popular recurring sketches from The Carol Burnett Show, it becomes...
Sriracha is Turning From Red to Brown on Store Shelves; Here’s Why
What was once a fiery red color on grocery store shelves has turned a dull brown without much explanation. Sriracha's distinct shade of red was a precursor to the heat that awaited users after squirting the sauce on top of things like noodles and Asian-inspired dishes. Now, that red seems to have gone away.
Texas Parks And Wildlife Has New Mountain Lion Regulations
Mountain lions have been all over the news this year in Texas. There was the story about mountain lions being sighted in backyards. Then the Texas Parks and Wildlife asked the community to chime in with ideas on changes to regulations regarding mountain lions in the Lone Star State. New...
Texas Is Number One To Many Things, But None More Important Than This
In America, we have over 2 million military personnel, and that number doesn't include the nearly 800,000 civilians. Of that number, just shy of 1.3 million of those members are active. With Texas being such a large state, we are home to a lot of them. Not only do many...
Exonerated: Texas Death Row Inmate Finally Freed After 20 Years
I can't even find the words to express what I'm feeling after learning about a man right here in Texas who was wrongfully convicted of rape, murder, and mutilation of a 21-year-old young lady. Kerry Max Cook spent 20 years of his life on death row in the Texas state prison system.
Owning A Gun Illegal With This New Texas Status
Residents of Texas are often characterized as staunch supporters of the Bill of Rights, and as the state with the most hunters in the entire country, owning a gun is very high on those inalienable rights that many in the Lone Star State hold so dear. Of course Texas is also an open carry state, and it is not uncommon to see rifles over shoulders, or a pistol in a side holster in any given public space that has not been declared a gun free zone.
Drive On Clack And Danville Streets? Here’s 3 Big Things To Know
I'll come out and say it. Abilene is a city with a bunch of vehicles on the road. Cars, trucks, vans, SUVs, you name it. As with many Abilenians, I drive on Clack and Danville streets every day. If it's not commuting to work and home, it's running to the grocery store or other errands. In a nutshell, I drive them both a lot.
This Texas City Tops The List As The Trashiest In America
Every time I think about trashy places for some reason it takes me back to when I was a foreign exchange student in Rio de Janeiro. Let me preface this by saying that there is so much beauty there. From the people to the beaches and buildings, it can be absolutely stunning. However, as in many countries, some areas were so run down and built up with trash and other debris. It was a sad sight to see in such a wonderful country.
Check Out All-Terrain Wheelchair at Texas State Park
Explore the great outdoors like never before: The new all-terrain wheelchair at Hueco Tanks State Park. The video at the bottom of this article comes to us from Hueco Tanks State Park, which has been a favorite destination for hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts looking for really cool rock formations and diverse wildlife.
Watch Man and 4 Cool Dogs Chill at Texas Fountain
This man and his four sunglass-sporting dogs are the coolest things you'll see today. You’re just minding your own business, maybe sweating your butt off ‘cause it’s Houston, Texas, and you stumble upon this scene. There’s a dude, just chilling by a fountain. Not that crazy, right?...
Visit These 16 Texas Cities And Towns At Least Once As A Texan
Texas Cities And Towns That Will Make That Young Teenager In You Laugh A Bit. Yeah, we're tapping into our less mature side with this one and letting that inner teenage boy laugh a little more at these Texas town names that sound a little dirty or perverted. These East...
McDonald’s Already Ditching Recent Change Made At Its Restaurants
McDonald's is abandoning a recent change made at its restaurants after having an unsuccessful run. Changes Coming To McDonald's Drive-Thru Experience. You may not have noticed this change to McDonald's drive-thru unless your order was possibly mixed up. Sometime in 2021, the burger chain started using artificial intelligence to assist customers coming through the drive-thru lane.
ALERT: Sunscreen In Texas Recalled For Fungal Issue
A sunscreen in the state of Texas is being called back for its harming of individuals using it. Here's what is known at the time of writing. The product in question, as revealed by the US Food and Drug Administration, is Suntegrity Impeccable Skin Sunscreen Foundation. The main reason for rescinding of the product is a dangerous amount of Aspergillus Sydowii being found in mentioned item. The symptoms caused by the fungus are many.
BEWARE: Texans Are Warned If You See Fruit At A Gas Pump Leave IMMEDIATELY
If you plan on taking a road trip here in Texas, here are some things to keep in mind. The speed limit in Texas may seem like a suggestion, but it’s not click it or ticket my friend, enjoy the beautiful culture, music, and food of the great state, and last, but not least don’t forget to hit up a Buccees.
Iconic American Brand Closing Last U.S. Factory, Moving to Mexico
An iconic brand, long a staple in kitchen cupboards across generations, is closing its last U.S. manufacturing facility and moving its production operations to Mexico, where the bulk of its products are already made. Synonymous With Food Storage. Tupperware is so woven into our vocabulary that regardless of what company...
5 Feel-Good Texas News Stories That Will Make You Smile Real Big
Sometimes the news in Texas gets so bogged down with sad stuff that it's hard to find anything to smile about. It might be nice to look at 5 feel-good stories from Texas this year to remind us just how beautiful life can be!. Check them out, and don't forget...
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