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Texas Most Wanted: The DPS Needs Your Help to Snag This Bad Guy
Beware, if you see this guy out on the street somewhere stay away and call the police or the Department of Public Safety right then, you could even make $4,000 cash as a reward. He goes by Marcus, Chris, Christopher, or Marc, and his last name is Alonzo. While the...
Watch Sheriff Deputies Save Armadillo from Texas Flood
Heroic Texas Sheriff Deputies Rescue Armadillo Stranded in Flood: Heartwarming Tale of Compassion and Bravery. In the midst of recent flooding in Texas, a really cool of rescue emerged as Trinity County Sheriff's deputies stepped in to save a stranded armadillo. While these quirky creatures are known for their ability...
What Celebrities Would Wear to a Lubbock Themed Met Gala
The 2024 Met Gala just took place, and it is the talk of the town when it comes to pop culture news. Like any other time this massive event has taken place, everyone is focused on the wide array of outfits, who is wearing what, who fit that year’s theme the best, so on and so forth.
Dallas Man Learns Why You Shouldn’t Stand on a Table
A man is nursing an aching body and hurt pride after he made the brilliant decision to stand on a table at Sunset Crab Shack in Dallas. You know, I’ve done a lot of partying in my life. But I’ve never felt compelled to hop up on a table after having a few drinks.
Does A Texas Police Officer Have To Give You Their Badge Number?
Every Texan has been there. A routine traffic stop can sometimes cause questions to arise. One many folks might want to be answered is whether police officers in the Lone Star State are required to share their badge number upon request. I stumbled across an article from Lawfare asking a...
Rising Chick-fil-A Prices Outpacing Inflation Says Recent Study
Feel like you're paying more for your Chick-fil-A order in recent months?. You're not alone. According to a recent study, the chicken restaurant is among the chains that have increased its prices in recent months. How Much Have Chick-fil-A Prices Increased?. The Street recently looked at current menu prices for...
Can You Identify These Popular Family Pets? It’s Harder Than You Think.
Whether we agree with it or not, small pets are frequently one of the initial steps parents take to teach kids about responsibility. When there's a living, breathing, and often very cuddly creature sharing the household with them, children naturally become involved in ensuring that the animal thrives and lives its best life.
Shaq’s Big Chicken Restaurant Set To Expand In Texas
Big Chicken, the fast-casual restaurant chain co-founded by basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal, is expanding into the heart of Texas bringing a unique blend of comfort food and some major celebrity appeal. According to a news article from WFAA, Fort Worth will soon be sinking its teeth into some tasty tenders...
Texas Reporter Still Held in Syria Twelve Long Years Later
These are the stories that make our nightmares real in Texas. This Texas family is living it. Of course, it doesn't matter how old your kids are things like this should never happen. As your child grows and starts living their own lives you never stop worrying as a parent.
Work-Life Balance: Companies Embracing the 4-Day Work Week in 2024
Have you ever wish the weekend lasted longer? Of course you have! That could become a reality for you as several businesses are switching to four-day work weeks. We all look forward to Friday. But, by the time the workday is over on Friday, we've got a few hours for fun before hitting the hay. Then, we get all of Saturday to enjoy what we love. Come Sunday, it's basically back to prepping for the work week. If you really think about it, Saturday is the only day we truly get to ourselves. That may be about to change.
Texas Loved These Cereals Growing Up, But They’re Gone Now
When I think back to my childhood, I remember times with no responsibility and having so much fun like so many people did in Texas. While those years went by fast, we always dreamed about growing older and having more freedom. But most of us would be more than happy to go back to those days where most weekends included watching cartoons while eating bowls of cereal.
Keep Mosquitoes At Bay: Essential Prevention Tips For Texas Residents
It's that time of year again in Texas when it starts to rain a lot more and that means the mosquitos are ready to party. If you're looking for ways to help keep those little savages out of your yard, I got you hooked up. If you're like me, then...
Check Out These Cool Museums in West Texas
Looking to learn a little more about the people and places that have shaped West Texas into what we know today? Check out these cool museums across West Texas. This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to amazing museums to check out in Texas. So whether you are interested in the culture, or captivated by art, space, and science, the next time you find yourself in the Lone Star State, be sure to explore some of these fine museums of Texas.
Why McDonald’s Takes Your Photo With Hidden Camera in Drive-Thru Lane
Be sure to look your best the next time you're rolling up to the McDonald's drive-thru because you just might be on camera. Several people who claim to be current or former McDonald's employees recently shared on social media that the restaurant chain has "hidden" cameras in its drive-thru lanes.
Breaking Bad In Denton: Among The Biggest Drug Busts In Texas
It sounds like something you'd see in a crime thriller movie, The Biggest Drug Bust in Texas History, centered around an unsuspecting 18-wheeler in Denton County. This isn't your everyday bust, this one is jaw-dropping. According to a news article from WFAA, it all started on a typical afternoon when...
The Ultimate Theme Park Pass Includes 2 Texas Parks
This Is Quite Possibly The Ultimate Theme Park And Water Park Pass So Start Packing And Planning. Summer 2024 is rapidly approaching, and we found details about the ultimate "season pass" that will get you into over a DOZEN different parks including 2 right here in Texas. So plan accordingly,...
Here Are All of Texas’ Professional Sports Teams
I wouldn't call myself a "die-hard sports fan", but I feel that I have a good baseline understanding of Texas sports. One thing that always surprises me is hearing about a team that I am positive is fake, but it is indeed a real Texas professional team. Don't be like...
[Gallery] 41 Incredible Photos of The Lubbock, Texas Skyline
I moved to the tallest building in Lubbock last year and it completely changed my outlook on living in The Hub City. I was stuck in a rut and getting sick of the same old thing, day in and day out. I needed a change of scenery. I knew I would enjoy having a cool view of the city, but I didn't realize how much I would love it. I can't see myself living anywhere else in Lubbock now. It's been great.
Want to Stay out of Trouble? Obey Texas 50 Mile Law
In Texas, the "50 Mile" law pertains to divorced families with children. In the Lone Star State, many custodial parents face the Texas Standard Possession Order. This is when joint custody has been reached and both parents will share their time equally with the children. Here is where the 50...
Texas Best State for Business for Record-Breaking 20 Years
We Texans have done it again! Congratulations on being named the Best State in America for business, and get this, for a record-breaking 20 years in a row. In 2022 and 2023 Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced and celebrated that Texas was the best state in America when it comes to job growth, small business growth, and for being the Best State for Business.
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