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WATCH: The Secret to Folding a Fitted Sheet Without Hassle
Ah fitted sheets, there's not a more frustrating laundry item. Whether you're trying to fit them on your bed, or fold them up for later, it never goes how it should. Well, that all ends now because we've discovered the perfect way to fold that pesky sheet. We've all wrestled...
These Are The Best Public Golf Courses In Texas
The state of Texas has a lot to offer when it comes to golf – even if things are a bit more spread out. Golf is a very popular sport worldwide. It is a game played on a large outdoor course, the object being to propel a small hard ball into a series of 'holes' with as few strokes as possible, using a variety of wood or iron-tipped sticks or 'golf clubs'.
Take a Quick Drive: The Shortest Highway in Texas
If you have traveled in Texas, you know the state is filled with highways and interstates some are huge with 12 lanes like in Houston, and some with two lanes like a small city in the Texas Panhandle. Then you have highways on the Gulf Coast like Galveston that run near the water.
America’s Most Horrifying Bug Is Actually Something You Want in Your House
With all this talk about the deadliest animal in the world, the cicadapocalypse or the uptick in ticks, at least we know that these are all (for the most part) outside the home. But what about the most revolting, terrifying, spine-chilling monster that hides in the dusty corners of many...
Big Money: Here Are the 20 Richest Billionaires in Texas
Everyone in Texas would love to be on the list of the richest billionaires in the state. But not everyone can just become a billionaire. It often starts with a great idea, but beyond thinking up a brilliant idea, you need to act and start creating your product or solution. The people that have made it on to the list of the richest billionaires in Texas aren’t just creative minds, they put in work to make their ideas successful. Let’s look at the richest billionaires in Texas.
Seeing Is Believing: Here Are 6 Steps Toward Healthier Vision
Sight is one of the most precious senses we have. However, many of us take it for granted until something goes wrong. Then what? Your vision is needed to navigate the world around you. There's a lot to see out there whether it's the sight of your firstborn child or maybe a fantastic mountain range. The gift of sight is truly that, a gift.
Texas High School Rodeo Finals Return to the Big Country
The annual Texas High School Rodeo Association (THSRA) finals are returning to the Big Country at the Taylor County Expo Center on June 6-16, 2024. This is where the top high school rodeo athletes compete for scholarships and the right to move on to the national finals. Holly DeLaune, Marketing...
Blowing the Whistle on Train Horns in Texas Communities
Texas has an extensive railroad system that covers thousands of miles across our beautiful landscapes, which is vital in transporting goods and people across our great state. However, with this huge railroad system comes a bit of annoyance. If you live in a place like Abilene that has trains that...
Discover These Enchanting Texas Towns on Your Dream Road Trip
I have always dreamed of taking road trips around Texas. Do you ever find yourself staring out the window and wishing you could hop in the car and drive away?. If and when you find yourself having moments like this, to where do you imagine yourself driving? Do you envision a desert town or a beachfront bungalow? Or maybe it's the drive itself you're most jazzed about.
Enjoy a Slice of Texas During National Pizza Party Day
The third Friday in May has always been National Pizza Party Day. We here in Texas are fortunate to have many locations to partake of the Italian delicacy. Plus we've taken what was the queen's gift and customized it to suit our needs. What got my attention about National Pizza...
Got Grass? Here’s 5 Major Health Benefits Of Medical Marijuana
Medical marijuana, also known as medical cannabis, has been getting a lot of attention in Texas. Make no mistake, some rules and regulations must be followed. However, some people might find relief from certain health issues by using medical marijuana. A publication from Harvard Medical School claims that any health...
See Money On Your Windshield In Texas? Don’t Touch It
Anybody who knows me knows that I'm really big on "the more you know". If you're like me you like being informed and making educated decisions. That's why when I come across something useful that could save you time, money, and hassle, I love to share it. I mean, after all, it helps everyone involved.
Five Hospitals In The State Of Texas Given “D” Rankings For Safety
Everyone's health in the state of Texas is very important. Nobody wants to be sick in the Lone Star State. It affects too many things at one time to deal with doesn't it? It's even worse when one has to go to the hospital if the symptoms are severe enough.
Looking For An Over Water Hotel? Texas Has One!
I have always wanted to stay in a hotel that has overwater bungalows, but I have only seen them in the Caribbean. I had no idea I could find one right here in Texas, but about 5 hours from Midland/Odessa. I came across this floating hotel on Tiktok and I...
Teen Fashion Brand rue21 Files Bankruptcy, All Texas Stores Will Close
Broadway Square Mall in Tyler, Texas will be looking a bit different with the announcement that rue21 will be closing all of its stores within the next four to six weeks. In post-pandemic times, it is still a challenge to operate an apparel store. Today's business climate is so much different. Customer shopping habits and preferences have shifted from traditional brick-and-mortar stores to shopping online.
Dating App Scams Rising at Alarming Rate; Here’s How Not to Fall For One
The phrase "romance scam" might sound like the title of a cheesy Hallmark rom-com, but it can be a rather serious problem if you're not aware when looking for love online. Online dating requires some people to be at their most vulnerable. At least it appears that way looking at some of the profiles that come up in search results on dating websites and apps.
What West Texas Mothers Are Teaching Their Children
Another Mother's Day is coming up. There is no doubt that this international celebration can be complicated for some of us, depending on the state of relationship with our moms. However, as complex as this day can sometimes be on a personal level, it certainly always provides an opportunity for...
Please, Stop Committing Lewd, Obscene Acts On Airplanes In Texas
People committing lewd and obscene acts on airplanes shouldn't be a thing we ever need to talk about in Texas. You're locked in a metal tube tens of thousands of feet above the ground with several strangers. It's not the place to get some "relief". Unfortunately, a Lubbock man recently joined the long list of people who learned the hard way that this is a quick way to get arrested.
Watch the Cicada Chaos As Trillions of Insects Emerge from Their Subterranean Slumber
Look in your backyard and chances are you can hear the big brood energy-- countless cicadas have emerged from their years of slumber and the result is dang near deafening. That's right, y'all, Brood XIX, a periodical brood of cicadas, has begun to hatch in parts of the Southern United States. Periodical cicadas spend basically all of their developmental periods underground (tbh they should just stay there) before all maturing and popping up at the same time-- biblical plague style.
Unveiling The Most Dangerous Cities In Texas: What You Need To Know
While Texas is known for its awesome food, incredible landscapes, and rich history, we also have our fair share of cities that experience a higher crime rate than most. Based on crime statistics and other factors, here are the most dangerous cities in the Lone Star State. Whether it's the...
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