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The Decline of Pay Phones in Every State
There were over 2.1 million pay phones in the U.S. at their peak in 1999, but now the technology is mostly relegated to nostalgia. Few wall-mounted pay phones linger in strip malls, and the silver and blue phone booths are mostly gone from the busy streets they once dotted in many parts of the U.S. Pay phones have become so rare that the FCC stopped requiring audits of them in 2018.
There May Be Hope For This Suffering National Restaurant Chain After All
Remember how we all shed a tear over the uncertain future of cheddar bay biscuits at Red Lobster last month?. There is now hope the seafood chain might not be hit as hard as initially thought by its recent bankruptcy filing. How Red Lobster Ended Up Filing For Bankruptcy. Rumblings...
This Is The Number One Best Hotel Pool In Texas
Every day, many new people visit the state of Texas. The variety of reasons is endless. Some could be visiting family, or they could visiting the area for a job interview. Whatever the reason, somebody will potentially see the Lone Star State for the first time. But when somebody makes...
The Only Thing You Can Legally Toss Out Your Car Window in Texas
Does anybody else hate it when someone uses our Texas roads like an ashtray? Anytime I see someone flick a butt out their window, I get so angry that I wanna flick them right in their nose. And no, folks, the still-smoking vessel of your dwindling cigarette is not the...
Shocking Image Projected on Texas Church Causes Outrage
I was browsing the r/Texas subreddit on Reddit.com today and came across an interesting image, it's the front of a church with a projection of what I presume is a father and daughter holding hands with a caption that reads, "Daddy, you wouldn't vote for a rapist would you?" The...
These Legendary Celebrities Have Crafted Unique Alcohol Brands In Texas
Here in Texas, we have some of the biggest, most legendary, artists of all time from George Strait to ZZ Top to Post Malone. And because we Texans like our booze, it should be no surprise that these celebrities have stamped their name on some of the best that the Lone Star State offers.
ERCOT Now Warning Texas Be Prepared For Rolling Blackouts
During summer last year ERCOT was practically begging Texas residents to conserve power any way they could possibly think of to keep energy consumption at a manageable level to prevent electrical loss from gripping the entire state. ERCOT is the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, and even though we have not technically hit the first day of summer yet, Texas has once again likely gained another half of a million plus new residents and therefore consumers of electricity than we had last year.
What To Do If You Find An Opossum In Your Yard In Amarillo, Texas
I'm not a fan of opossums. Their superpower is their terrifyingly ugly features. They aren't aggressive and don't carry rabies, but their looks are enough to make me have a total existential crisis. Recently, I had a run with an opossum and I learned a few helpful tips for dealing with them.
Walmart Employee Punished For Saving Kids From Car Fire
We always want to commend people that do heroic things, and we see plenty of those types of things happen in Amarillo on a daily basis. You would imagine most everyone else would want to give someone a pat on the back for doing such a thing. Well, we just...
STAAR Results Show Texas Students Lag Behind In Math
According to the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) tests, math scores--particularly algebra--have not fully recovered since taking a gap year during the pandemic. When Texas students were assessed this year on whether they have a good grasp and "met grade level", or were up to standards, only...
Beautiful Japanese Gardens You Can Visit Around Texas
If you have ever wanted to experience the Zen of a Japanese garden but can’t afford to travel outside of Texas to do so, there are a few great options in the Lone Star State. Three gardens in particular caught my eye, and they are each located in a...
Texas Has One Of The ‘Coolest Small Cities’ In America
The Texas Triangle is well known across the state and around the country as being home to over 20 million people which is about 70% of the entire population of the Lone Star State. However, in a state with over a quarter of a millions square miles that would make it the 39th country on Earth, there are literally hundreds of small cities filled with all kinds of legacy, legends, and landmarks.
Is Tipping At The Drive Thru Window In Abilene A Thing Nowadays?
Hunger can strike at any time. If you're like me, you don't always have time to sit down for a meal when you want to. Fast food restaurants of all kinds stand at the ready. When I was younger and in college I practically lived off fast food. Even today, as I make much better food decisions, I still enjoy a tasty burrito or burger from one of Abilene's many drive-thru windows.
Shoplifter At North Texas Liquor Store Tries To Evade Arrest
A shoplifter at a North Texas liquor store demonstrated how to make a bad situation much worse. I have no problem admitting that I’m no angel. Yes, I’ve raised plenty of hell over the years. But if you do something illegal and get caught, your best bet is to accept your punishment and get it over with.
The Ultimate 4X4 Mud-Slinging Event: The Roscoe Mud Bogs are Back
The mud-slinging fun is back in West Texas as the Roscoe Plowboys Mud Bog returns on Saturday, June 29th. This is an annual "July 4th" event that not only promises a day of thrilling entertainment but also supports a great cause: benefiting Roscoe's area youth in the Little League Association, a lot of the kids don't have the things they need to play ball.
Join Rhythms of Resilience: Help Rebuild Hawley With Music & Hope
On Thursday, May 2nd, 2024, severe thunderstorms and tornadoes hit the Big Country. The main body of the storms landed just northwest of Abilene, hitting the town of Hawley, Texas, and destroying nearly two dozen homes, demolishing half of them. Many families were left completely homeless, as the photos below will show.
Know What These Flag Colors Mean Before Heading to a Texas Beach
Your summer plans are probably coming together for a Texas road trip, maybe a trip overseas or just a simple week on a beach somewhere. The beach is always a great choice to take the family for a bit of relaxation. The sand between your toes, the warm sea breeze, sitting in the water letting the waves splash into you.
Girls Trip! Enjoy Wine And Giraffes At This Fredericksburg Destination
You can now have all of the above! Absolute Charm Wine Tours in Fredericksburg offers an epic wine-tasting tour full of different vineyards and even giraffes. According to Absolute Charm Wine Tours here is the experience you can expect:. Safari Vehicle Tour:. You will make several stops along the way....
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