Weatherford, TX

Rodeo On SI

With just three months left in the competition year, see who is sitting well in the world standings and who needs to hustle to secure their spot at the 2024 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Nev.

World Standings Update: Top 3 and Those on the Bubble

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

New Jersey State

College Station, TX

Whiskey Riff

Yeah, I wish this story was just a joke.

George Strait is one of the greatest country artists of all time, has the most hit singles with 60 #1's over his decades-long career, and is largely recognized for pioneering the neotraditional country style in the 1980's.

And over the weekend, he continued to prove his icon status as one of the best to ever do it, playing to a record-setting crowd at Texas A&M University’s Kyle Field, in College Station, Texas.

With support from fellow Texas natives Parker McCollum and Catie Offerman, George filled that college football stadium with 110,905 people… just the largest ticketed...

“They Thought I Wasn’t Country Enough” — George Strait Was Fired From His First Band After Just One Show

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa, are expecting a baby. The couple posted pictures on their social media accounts Thursday afternoon with the caption “A little Lawrence on the way.”

A little Lawrence is on the way

Texas State

Oklahoma State

Just across the Texas/ Oklahoma border sits WinStar World Casino and Resort, large and in charge! Just a few miles into Oklahoma, this expansive resort built by Native American Indians reminded me of a very large mall from the outside. But don’t be intimidated; once you get inside the belly of the beast, so to speak, get your bearings straight and then you can really start to relax and enjoy this unique property.

For the Win at Winstar World Casino and Resort

Reno, NV

The second-to-last Reno Long Round performance gave us a new fastest time in the barrel racing and a new highest score in the bull riding. Sam Petersen, 86 Points on Flying 5 Rodeo’s Cougar Country. No. 27 Boyd Sawyer, 4.6 Seconds. Unranked Ty Romo/No. 33 Aaron Tsinigine, 5.1 Seconds.

Reno Rodeo: Performance 7 Winning Rides and Runs

Brownsville, TX

Edinburg, TX

The UTRGV Vaqueros have added the Texas A&M-Kingsville Javelinas to their 2027 football schedule, FBSchedules.com has learned. UTRGV will host Texas A&M-Kingsville at either their Brownsville or Edinburg, Texas, campus on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2027. The Vaqueros will pay the Javelinas a $50,000 guarantee for the game, according to the copy of the contract obtained from the University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley via a Texas Public Information Act request.

UTRGV adds Texas A&M-Kingsville to 2027 football schedule

California State

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Former teacher Jeffrey Clayton, convicted of lewd behavior with a student at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, walked briskly up to the Duval County Courthouse on Friday carrying a small backpack.

Former Douglas Anderson teacher sentenced to 10 years

Alexandria, VA

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Cheryl E Preston

The SBC has removed another church from it's fellowship. First Baptist Church of Alexandria, Virginia, is the latest casualty in the Southern Baptist Convention's war on churches that accept women pastors. The Independent reports that on Tuesday, delegates attending the SBC annual meeting voted 6,759 to 563 to oust the congregation.

A Historic Virginia church was expeled from SBC for asserting that women can be senior pastors

Dallas, TX

Dallas Cowboys On SI

Madeline Salter was one of the stars of the Dallas Cowboys cheerleader docusures on Netflix, 'America's Sweethearts.' Get to know one of the newest DCC gals.

Meet Madeline Salter: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader

Maine State

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Idaho State

Shop with Me Mama

Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Houston, TX

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Recently, the question, "What is the worst 'tourist trap' in all of Texas?" was posed in the Texas subreddit. Below are a few of the most popular/up-voted responses.

Texas ‘tourist traps’: Which ones aren’t worth the trip?

ESPN Lafayette

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.

Ugly Lawsuit Filed Against Dallas Cowboys QB Has Been Dismissed

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

When it comes to turquoise, more is never enough - even at the beach! Get accessorized just in time for long days spent in the sun without sacrificing an ounce of style. As the summer sun starts to blaze, it’s time to elevate your beachwear game with a splash of turquoise flair. Turquoise anklets are quickly becoming the must-have accessory for cowgirls who love to blend their Western roots with a touch of coastal chic. These stunning pieces not only add a pop of color to your ensemble but also embody the free-spirited and adventurous spirit of the West.

Trend Alert: Turquoise Anklets For Summer!

WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

Colorado State

The Finance and Governance Committee of the Denver City Council voted Tuesday to ask voters whether the U.S. citizenship requirement for police and firefighters should be dropped.

Committee OKs removing citizenship requirement for police, firefighters in Denver

Wyoming State

If you’ve been hiking or hunting in Wyoming, you’ve likely come across no trespassing signs. But sometimes what lies beyond those signs isn’t actually private property. Instead, it’s public land, which should be legally accessible to all.

Has Wyoming’s attempt to stop bogus ‘no trespassing’ signs made a difference?

Cripple Creek, CO

Colorado Jill

(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

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2024 Inductees For The Cowgirl Hall Of Fame Announced

The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame will welcome four new inductees at the 48th Annual Induction Luncheon and Ceremony on Tuesday, November 12, 2024,...

2024 Inductees For The Cowgirl Hall Of Fame Announced

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