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There are Hidden Meanings Behind Stars on the Sides of Barns
We've all driven the open roads and seen barns freckled along the landscape complete with big stars on the sides. But did you know there are hidden meanings behind that decor?. They come in various colors and sizes filling that empty spaces on the barns. Sometimes there's a few on one barn, sometimes they're painted on and sometimes they're metal or wood.
Man Suing Las Vegas Dancer for $38.5M Claiming Relationship Fraud
One man had his heart broken by an exotic dancer, and he is now suing her for $38.5 million, according to local Las Vegas television station KSNV. The story starts back in 2014, when an Arkansas man, Fred Brunner, went to Las Vegas to unwind. Brunner was in the middle of a divorce and was looking to blow off some steam when he went to a gentleman's club in Sin City.
The Real Star of New Movie Filmed in Oklahoma Never Made It On Screen
For 40 days, Oklahoma City, Okarche, and other parts of Oklahoma were captured for the filming of the new movie Twisters. Movie stars Glenn Powell, Daisy Edger-Jones, Kiernan Shipka traveled from everywhere to film. Somehow, the real star of the Twisters movie filming experience never made it on screen -...
Woman Slams Sister’s ‘Enormous Betrayal’ of Their Mother’s Will: ‘Stole Our Inheritance’
A woman is sharing her experience where she fought with her sister over her mother's will and their inheritance. She prefaces her post by saying that her mom died in March and that there are three adult children in total. "She had three adult children, and her last update to...
Humorous Way Ben & Jerry Memorialize Discontinued Ice Cream Flavors
If there's one thing we know about the kings of ice cream it's that their sense of humor just adds to their ranking as America's favorite ice cream. They're also known for their pop culture temporary flavors. But what about those favorites that simply disappear without warning?. Do you have...
Why You Shouldn’t Wear a T-shirt in Swimming Pools This Summer
More and more public pools (and even some private pools) are banning their guests from wearing T-shirts when swimming. But it's not just about keeping a strict dress code or swimmer safety. Why Pools Ban Some Shirts In Pools. It doesn't matter why you'd want to wear a T-shirt while...
Joe Rogan’s San Antonio, Texas Stand Up Special Will Air ‘Live’ on Netflix
Joe Rogan's first stand up special in six years will be shot right here in Texas. Joe Rogan Live at the Majestic Theatre in San Antonio. Joe Rogan's San Antonio show is completely sold out for August 3rd, but don't worry you will be able to watch it 'live' on Netflix with the rest of the crowd. The streaming service just announced it will be their third live stand up special ever. Chris Rock and John Mulaney previously had specials air live.
Drew Carey Admits ‘Price is Right’ Contestants are Often Drunk or High
Exactly how many potential contestants for the wildly popular game show The Price is Right knock back a few before walking into the auditorium?. Actor and comedian Drew Carey has been hosting The Price is Right since 2007 and is officially the longest-running current game show host now that Pat Sajak has stepped down from Wheel of Fortune according to Radar Online.
Cracker Barrel Customers Outraged Over New Modern Design
Cracker Barrel is making news for a modern revamp of their old country style interior. Just recently, the famous biscuit restaurant tried to update the old horse and buggy aesthetic to a more "Chip and Joanna Gaines" style. Check out some of the updates below that enraged some loyal fans.
Texas Leads the Nation in This Alarming Statistic
A recent study revealed Texas has a real problem with reckless drivers. Anyone who has traveled the roads in the Lone Star State knows many of the drivers in this neck of the woods engage in unsafe practices. Speeding and road rage incidents in particular are abundant on the roadways here.
Every Member of the Dallas Cowboys Triplets Now Have Their Own Restaurants
A new restaurant opened this week in Texas, which now means the Cowboys triplets are ALL in the restaurant business. Let's check them out. If you make a trip to The Colony, Texas you can check out Michael Irvin's new sports bar and restaurant. It's located at 5005 State Highway 121. It will feature chicken wings and burgers, to southern and seafood meals, including crab cakes. The restaurant will also have a cocktail menu and more than 20 beers on tap. Michael is now joining the rest of his Super Bowl play makers in the restaurant business.
Does Alcohol Affect You Differently on an Airplane?
No one thinks twice if you drink in the morning at an airport bar or while flying. Basically, besides being at a resort on vacation or enjoying a mimosa with your weekend brunch, airports and airplanes are judgement free areas for morning drinking or a random Tuesday afternoon cocktail. Time...
15 Movies You Never Realized Were Produced by Steven Spielberg
Steven Spielberg is one of the most prolific and successful film directors in history. But his directorial accomplishments — imagine making films as good and as varied as Raiders of the Lost Ark and Schindler’s List, and have neither one be your best work (arguably) — can sometimes overshadow the enormous amount of stuff Spielberg has made beyond what’s listed on his IMDb director’s filmography.
Watch Heroes Save Lady From Sinking Vehicle in Texas Flood Waters
Dramatic Rescue: Heroes Save Woman from Sinking Car in Houston Floodwaters. The video at the bottom of this article features a dramatic rescue caught on camera yesterday during the flooding crisis in Houston, Texas. A group of brave individuals in Houston, Texas, leaped into action to save a woman trapped...
10 Movies We Love Because We Watched Them a Million Times on Cable
In the era of streaming, we’ve gotten used to having everything at our fingertips. Gone are the days of rushing to your TV after dinner to make sure you don’t miss a minute of the newest episode of your favorite show, or checking the listings to see what movies are on over the long weekend and save yourself a trip to Blockbuster. Apps have made everything easier to access, which is a net good in many ways. Still, there was something fun about surfing through TV channels later at night and happening upon something you’d never seen before.
Man Slams Cousin for Owing Him Money After She Brags About Her ‘Success’ on Social Media
A man on Reddit called out his cousin, Debra, after she bragged about a big purchase on social media, despite owing him roughly $1,450 after she "slammed the door" of their rental car into a parked car. "The rental car was under my name, and consequently I was liable for...
Woman Considers Contacting Police After Parents Allow 15-Year-Old Sister to Date 24-Year-Old Man
A woman on Reddit is raging after finding out that her parents are allowing her younger sister, 15, to date a 24-year-old man. "I can't believe my parents are protecting them and telling me that I am disrespectful and rude," the concerned sister wrote. Her parents have even refused to...
Texas State Park Passes Are About To Get More Expensive
An annual Texas State Park Pass from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department gets you unlimited visits to over 85 parks across our state. If you're a big outdoorsman, you've probably got one. If you don't, but you're thinking about getting one, don't delay. Prices are about to increase for the second time since the program was developed in 2004.
Walmart Making This Bold Move to Get More Stuff on Store Shelves
Walmart wants to fill up its store shelves more quickly, and it is about to make a huge investment to do so. Walmart has been in sort of a transitional period as it moves to modernize its stores. The process started late last year when the retail chain began making...
New Study Reveals the Least Educated Cities in Texas
Sad news to report as several South Texas cities made the list of the least educated in the United States. Researchers at WalletHub reached out to us to share the results of a recent study to figure out which U.S. cities were the least educated in 2024. The results are...
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