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Scary: Texas Babies Contracting Deadly Disease Now Up Over 900%
Texas is wildly ahead of the entire United States for newborn babies contracting a super deadly disease, and it appears there is not a lot that can be done to stop the spread at this time. In fact, Texas is dealing with an epidemic that is so severe, it has a 50% lead over the next closest state, and it is costing infants their life at an alarming number.
No July 4th Film: Abilene’s Paramount Opens With ‘Legally Blonde
I'm looking for things to see and do this Independence Day weekend. Whether it's the celebrations in downtown Abilene or an "Independence Day" event on the Fourth of July, this year's July 4th festivities in Abilene have been moved to July 3rd and moved to Wylie High School's football stadium. So, I'm looking for a nice, cool place to sit and relax with my bride for a while.
TikToker Can’t Identify Celebrity at Airport; She Responds ‘It’s Me’
In the most 2024 thing that ever 2024ed, TikToker Richmond Staunton Keeling (@richmondkeeling) captured the moment when, while waiting parked at arrivals at the airport, he saw numerous people walking up to the woman standing in front of his vehicle and asking her for photos. Not knowing who this person...
Why Fewer People are Buying Grills to Barbecue at Home
Not as many people are interested in buying a grill for their home according to a new report on a recent decline in sales. But that doesn't mean there are fewer people cooking on their patio this summer. Barbecue Industry Trends. A recent article published by CNN looked at trends...
See the Beauty of Oaxaca at a Fun Fundraising Event in Abilene
First, let me share the way to say "Oaxaca" as it is pronounced: "wah-HAH-kah." This is a beautiful state in Mexico that should be on your bucket list. However, you will not need to travel to Mexico to experience its beauty, culture, landscape, and the home of Festival Guelaguetza in July, and Dia de los Muertos in October.
Gentlemen Settle Dispute by Swinging Skateboards in Texas
Texas Showdown: Skateboards Become Unlikely Weapons in Heated Dispute. The video at the bottom of this article was recorded in Seguin, Texas, a small city just east of San Antonio. We will be breaking down this cinematic masterpiece without any context whatsoever. Lets Get Ready to Rumble. The video opens...
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...
This Massive Restaurant In Texas Seats 2,800 People
We've heard it many times before. Things are bigger in Texas. But what I've recently discovered takes "big" to a new level. Billed as the biggest restaurant in Texas, The Oasis on Lake Travis in Austin is a multi-tiered, half-inside/half-outside Tex-Mex dining experience. I bet you've never seen a place quite like this.
Ugly Lawsuit Filed Against Dallas Cowboys QB Has Been Dismissed
The Dallas Cowboys QB And Former NFL Man Of The Year Was Facing A Very Ugly Situation In Court. Dak Prescott has been known as one of the few athletes that stay out of legal trouble throughout his career but he recently had to deal with a headline grabbing sexual assault case the Pro-Bowler vehemently denied.
Texas Most Wanted: It’s Almost Been Two Years, Where’s Brandon Wayne Hogan?
Texas law enforcement as always looking for individuals who are on the run. One of these individuals is none other than Brandon Wayne Hogan. Where is he?. Per FOX 44, Hogan was on a work crew in September of 2022 when he fled:. Coryell County Sheriffs Office Public Information Officer,...
McDonald’s Says These Menu Items Are Going Away and Never Coming Back
We regret to inform you may never see some of your McDonald's favorites again. The fast food chain recently revealed it has no plans to bring back some of its previous menu items. Why McDonald's Is Dropping Menu Items?. McDonald's a fairly predictable menu no matter what location you stop...
Does Texas Law Allow You To Secretly Record Things At Work?
Is it legal in Texas to secretly record workplace "shenanigans"? It's something a lot of people wonder about but the real question here is; should you?. Secretly recording people anywhere is kinda shady. In the workplace however, things can happen that are even shadier and if you need to take legal action, what kind of proof do Texas courts allow?
Abilene’s Discovery Center Celebrates Independence Day July 3rd
Join in on a meaningful start to Independence Day festivities in and around the Big Country at the Discovery Center on Wednesday, July 3rd. Hosted by a faith-based organization founded in 1980 by Tommy and Carolyn Walden to spread the Gospel of The Lord Jesus Christ, this free event is titled "In God We Still Trust."
Did We Make The List? FBI’s 2024 Most Dangerous Cities In Texas
When it comes to where we live, we never want it to be considered one of the most dangerous places to live. Here is the FBI's 2024 list of most dangerous cities and one of them is not that far from us. The information is based on crime statistics from January 2023 through September 2023. Violent crimes are any crimes that include murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.
Top 5 Reasons Why Texas Should Rename July: Military Month
Every year around the first of July, I begin thinking about Independence Day and how the month of July should be referred to as Military Month. While we do celebrate our country's independence, it was afforded to us by all the men and women who died standing up for the rights given to us by our forefathers.
Texas Woman Sues The State For Being Denied Abortion
My body, my choice is a popular and unpopular statement in the great state of Texas. According to NBC News, Amanda Zuraski is a woman who lives here in Texas and believes that her body her choice when it comes to pregnancy should be taken seriously. WHEN TEXANS SAY MY...
Get Refreshed With These 4 Perks of Pineapple Water
Maintaining good health is a popular aspect of many people's lives. Some turn to the natural remedies and boosts that certain foods can give you. One such gem is pineapple water. It's a delicious and nutritious addition to any diet. Plus, it's a perfect option for those who don't care for the plain taste of water.
Texans Can’t Spell THIS Word But We Sure Do Love Working On It
Chioma Egbuonu, an eighth-grade student at Saint Raphael Catholic School, took home top honors in the El Paso Regional Spelling Bee Finals back in March and the Scripps National Spelling Bee finals are slowly approaching!. Personally, if the word Sherif, Sherriff, SHERIFF was on the list of words for me...
It’s Illegal In Texas To Pitch These 3 Items In The Trash
I do it all the time, mostly without even realizing it - tossing something in the trashcan. We all do. All our garbage has to go somewhere, and at the end of the day, it can amount to massive trash at the landfill. Landfills are important to protect. After all,...
10 Wacky Packages Cards From the ’70s That You Won’t Believe Existed
If you were a young fan of Mad Magazine's absurdist sometimes controversial humor in the '70s, then no doubt you were also a collector of Wacky Packages, the spoofs of common household products that seemed to live in the same universe. What Were Wacky Packages?. Wacky Packages were TOPPS collectible...
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