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These Rival Gangs in Texas Are At War, And There’s Blood in the Streets
The rise of gang culture in Texas has been a steady one. The more prevalent gangs are, the more likely the average citizen is to cross paths with affiliated members. As the population of Texas has increased in size and diversity, so have the gangs of the Lone Star state.
Everything We Know About Donald Trump Rally Shooting Victims
Two people are reportedly dead and another person critically injured after the apparent shooting at the Donald Trump campaign rally. The horrific shooting took place at 6:13 PM on Saturday (July 13) while Trump was campaigning in Butler, Pennsylvania. According to new reports, the alleged shooter was killed in addition to at least one attendee in the crowd.
Donald Trump Bloodied During Rally Shooting: REPORT
Former President Donald Trump was left bloodied during a campaign rally during an apparent shooting. On Saturday (July 13) at 6:13 PM, at least seven popping noises reverberated at the campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Secret Service agents were seen tackling and covering Trump who was at his podium speaking when the popping noises took place and he immediately grabbed his ear almost instantaneously after the popping sounds were made. Trump was photographed bloodied on his ear, cheek and teeth.
How Far Do Your Lottery Winnings Actually Go In Texas? Here Is The Breakdown.
Many of us daydream from time to time about what we would do if we won big playing the lotto. We all have fantasies of buying fancy cars, big houses, and traveling the world. Some of us would pay off all of our debts and make sure future generations are set. Fortunately, the math has been done to put a lotto windfall in Texas into perspective to help us plan better.
Don’t Forget, Traffic Woes And Detours On IH-27 Start On Monday
If you think back, you might remember hearing the news that a big construction project was being planned for IH-27 as you're heading into, or out of, Canyon. The project is to widen the road from 4 lanes to 6. Heads up, the work begins on Monday and you're going to need to know how to get around the construction work while it's happening.
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...
An Amarillo Self-Guided Tour Leads to a Stomach Full and Happy
An interesting idea was brought up earlier on social media that can help us see more of Amarillo. See, there is some good that comes from us all being connected. Social media is more than just sharing funny memes and arguing over the amount of pepperoni on a pizza. Recently...
This Texas City Is One Of The Top 50 Places To Live In The U.S.
One of the most anticipated lists that come out each year is the Best Places To Live list. So many of us love to see who's on top, and just how many cities in Texas land on it. Sometimes it spurs us to pack up and head to one of the places on the list, especially if they're here in Texas.
The Pay A Family Of Four Needs In Texas For Basic Survival
No matter where you live these days, it's expensive. Inflation has taken over the entire country and many are struggling to make ends meet. The good news? Living in Texas during this time is actually a very good thing. Now, I know you're sitting there thinking to yourself, how is...
Injuries While Working On Your Lawn are More Common Than You Think
When it comes to lawn care, most homeowners take care of their lawns themselves. Those who can afford it may hire someone to mow and maintain their lawns. Lawn care is essential, otherwise, you'll end up living in a jungle. When working on the lawn most people don't expect to...
Bad Review on Facebook Backfires: Big Jim’s Pizza Co. in Amarillo Explodes With Business
Several local businesses in Amarillo have recently closed, leaving thousands of residents heartbroken. As a result, a particular community of foodies are on guard against critics, especially when they deem the criticism unwarranted. One of the many restaurant review pages on Facebook blew up recently after a review was left...
Update: Recent Status of Amarillo’s Two Closed Restaurants
One of my favorite things about Amarillo is having people reach out to find out what is going on in our city. They ask the question. We do the research, which is sometimes just driving by or making a call or two. We like to get to the bottom of what is going on in our great city.
Iconic Terror Strikes In New Horror Movie Being Made In Texas
Texas is full of urban legends, ghost stories, and myths about everything from dogmen to haunted saloons. In East Texas, there are stories of something lurking among the pines. In the darkness of the forest, a massive monster is thought to be stalking its prey. This is the backdrop for a new horror film scheduled to begin production in the Lone Star State.
How Many Texas Athletes Will Be In Paris For The 2024 Olympics? Here’s All 38.
The 2024 Summer Olympic Games kick off on July 26 and go through August 11. While we're all excited about Team USA and the amazing athletes who will be representing us at the games, it's even more exciting to know that there are several athletes from our home state who will be going for the gold. In total, 38 athletes from Texas are going to compete for a chance to bring gold and glory back to the Lone Star State.
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...
SURVEY: Amarillo Residents…What’s Your Water Bill Look Like? Let’s Talk
It seems like every single day and with every single purchase here in Amarillo I really miss the "good ol' days." Yes, that means I am becoming my mom who would reminisce about the prices back then. You know when you could go to the grocery store and fill your...
Oh Those Rolls – Who Remembers Amarillo’s Western Sizzlin?
Taking a drive around Amarillo can be a very nostalgic thing. Yes, we have a lot of stuff opening and helping the city to grow. There will still be those of us who will take that trip down memory lane. We will point to a business and say "Remember when...
New Toddler-Friendly Theme Park Opening in DFW: Fun for the Whole Family!
One of the many great things about the Dallas/Fort Worth area is that entertainment and amusement parks are abundantpepPe. DFW is full of great places to go and take your family for some fun. Six Flags Over Texas is the biggest amusement park in the area, and you can splash around and enjoy Hurricane Harbor just down the street.
Target Changing Two Big Things In Amarillo. What Are They?
We've seen retail stores go through a lot of different changes over the last 5-10 years in Texas. One of the biggest ones was the introduction of self-checkout lanes. It's also the most polarizing change we've seen at retail stores. It seems we either love or hate them, there is...
Ever Wonder Why It Floods Easily In Amarillo? Here’s The Reason.
While this summer hasn't been as bad as last summer when it comes to rain in Amarillo, we've still seen some pretty strong storms roll through the area. Now, the storms we've gotten this season haven't lasted nearly as long as they did last year. However, they dump a lot...
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