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Seasonal Crimes on the Rise In Texas
Before you ask, no, seasonal crimes are not when you get accosted by the boiling sun in the summer. What seasonal crime actually means is the increased rate of violent crimes committed as the temperatures rise. This is more common than you'd think. In fact, juvenile crime rates alone increase...
A New Study Reveals That We Texans Have Favorite Sleep Positions
Beauty rest, catching some Z's, 40 winks, or getting some shut-eye – whatever you call it, we all need sleep. Yet, many of us struggle to get enough. Texans, however, are doing pretty well. When it comes to a good night's sleep, some states excel more than others. Texas...
Teen Girl Survives Shark Attack On Texas Beach By ‘Punching It’
A teenager survived a terrifying encounter with a shark in Galveston, Texas last week that left her with four severed tendons in her hand and a wild story to tell her grandkids someday. "I looked down and there was a shark attached to my hand," Damiana Humphrey recounted to FOX26...
5 Tornadoes In One Day? It Just Happened In The Texas Panhandle.
If you haven't noticed, the panhandle has been absolutely hammered by storms over the last few weeks. We aren't talking about that summer showers where it dumps down rain and nothing else. We're talking about severe storms that rip through and cause damage in a 5-10 minute span. Every day...
Happy Anniversary: Texas Attorney General Sues Biden For The 75th Time
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued the Biden Administration for the 75th time. This is a politicians version of a psycho-dialing an ex. It's like the guy wants attention or something. Or could it be, these guys just love to see each other in court?. It's Special. Did you...
10 Things That Can Save You During A Texas Summer Power Outage
We were recently part of an extended power outage in my neck of the woods. I'd like to remind you of what you should have on hand to protect yourself. Texas has already issued warnings about it's electrical grid and summer has not even started yet. There is almost no doubt that this summer will be as hot or hotter than the one before it. This means extra pressure on the grid to keep Texans cool along with their regular electric needs.
8-Year-Old Texan with Terminal Cancer Allowed to Skydive
Okay, even if you're a tough man from Texas you might want to grab a tissue for this one. As KHOU 11 is reporting that an 8-year-old by from Texas was allowed to fulfil a bucket list item as he jumped out of a plane to try skydiving!. Paxton Idell...
Texas, Get Ready For A New Chicken Sandwich From Chick-Fil-A
There's always going to be new food for someone to try in Texas. We've some very interesting foods here in the Lone Star State, especially when the State Fair of Texas happens. But there are times during the year when something special is released from an eatery. But what could that item have?
You MUST Try These Amazing Restaurants When You’re in Texas
When you’re in Texas there are certain things that everyone wants to do. Some of those things can include the always fun tourist stop at Buc-ee's or maybe a more historical visit like going to the Alamo. Lots of people love to go to the big cities like Dallas, Houston or Austin. But when you’re in Texas, one thing is certain you’ll eat good food. But there are certain restaurants that are an absolute must when you’re in The Lone Star State.
Avoid These Top 10 Father’s Day Gifts: Texas Dads Don’t Want
As a proud Texas father of eight wonderful children and a husband of 38 years, I've experienced my fair share of Father's Day gifts. With five daughters and three sons, I'm often asked, "Dad, what do you want for Father's Day?" To help my kids—and other families—I’ve compiled a list of gifts that many dads, including myself, would rather avoid. This is for all the thoughtful family members who want to ensure their gift is a hit.
It’s Summer In Texas, How Old Do Your Kids Have To Be To Let Them Stay At Home Alone?
Now that summer is here, some parents across East Texas are grappling with the question of when it's appropriate along with the legal age that they can leave their children home alone unsupervised. Parents are contemplating this because of the skyrocketing cost of daycare around Tyler and Longview. When you're...
Look What Iconic Movie House Is For Sale
Look what house is for sale. If you are a kid of the 90's then you know exactly what house this is! It's the house from the movie "Home Alone." I think every kid thought that house was so amazing. The house is located at 671 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka, Illinois. The house is listed at $5,250,00.00. If you bought the house your estimated payment would be $37,684 monthly. The price breaks down to $575 per sqft.
Quirky Phrases That Make Perfect Sense to Midwesterners
The Midwest is a magical place. It's the heartland of America and full of friendly people, a lower cost of living, lots of farmland, and some interesting sayings. Many of these phrases may not make sense to most. But, to a Midwesterner, no explanation is needed. What is the Midwest?
Hot Outside? Learn 6 Refreshing Benefits Of Drinking Lemon Water
This Texan usually steers clear of things like sour candies and bitter foods. In fact, on burgers and dogs, I'll usually pass on both mustard and pickles. The tart and sour taste is just hard for me to handle. But I've heard that one of the most sour foods of all has healing properties.
“Texas Catches First of ‘10 Most Wanted’ Illegal Immigrants”
First Texas 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrant Arrested. Just 24 hours after Governor Greg Abbott sent out his "Top 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List," the first of the 10 has been captured. Again, I cannot stress this enough: DO NOT attempt to contact or apprehend any of these criminal illegal immigrants. They are extremely dangerous.
A Texas Trend: Why Do So Many People Back Into Parking Places?
Surely I'm not the only one who has ever noticed this. Texas seems to be a hotspot for people backing their vehicles into parking spaces. You see it happen in parking lots all over the state. It can be a bit of a head-scratcher for visitors, but stick around Texas long enough and it might just start to make sense.
Walmart to Change Price Tags on Every Single Item in Every Store
Walmart is about to look a lot different in just about every aisle of every store. Walmart claims to have more than 120,000 products on shelves in each of their more than 2,300 stores across the U.S. No wonder it's so difficult to find some items when you just want to make a "quick trip to pick up a couple things."
Mass Pharmacy Closures Will Create Chaos For Rural & Urban Texans
2024 is a bad year for pharmacies like Walgreens, CVs, Rite Aid, and independents. It appears the days of pharmacies being "catty-corner" to each other on the same Texas street are coming to a close. Those areas will adjust to having just one pharmacy in the neighborhood, however, rural and...
Things You’d See in a 1980s Garage
Garages in the '80s were less about parking your car and more about being a catch-all for everything you needed to get out of the house as consumer-driven culture kicked its jazzercised butt into high gear. It was also a place where parents (okay, let's face it, Dad) could "tinker"—a...
Shocking News: West Texas Rodeo Queen Pageant Is No More
In a surprising and sorrowful announcement, the West Texas Fair & Rodeo has discontinued the beloved Miss West Texas Fair & Rodeo Queen Scholarship Contest. This decision has left many in the Abilene community and beyond heartbroken, as the pageant has been a cherished tradition for numerous years. Having attended...
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