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Texas is Home to 2 of the Worst County Jails in the United States
Texas is a large state with a diverse population, but some individuals commit crimes and may serve time in jail or prison. Texas has 104 prisons and 252 county jails. Out of the 104 prisons in Texas, two Texas prisons recently ended up on the list of the worst prisons in the world.
The Fascinating Wildlife Of Amarillo: A Closer Look At Urban Foxes
Amarillo is teeming with diverse wildlife. With ongoing development, you may notice an increase in wildlife species relocating to your neighborhoods. Foxes are a form of wildlife you will probably see in your neighborhood. Foxes tend to roam at night or in the early morning hours. In the Texas Panhandle, you'll see gray foxes, red foxes, and maybe even a swift fox.
With All Of The Rain Amarillo Is Getting, The Mosquitoes Are Swarming
The worst part of the summer months in Texas is the mosquitoes. Recently, in Amarillo, I was standing outside playing a nice game of fetch with my dog, when I felt the familiar bite of a mosquito on my leg. Then it happened again, and again. We cut fetch short and went inside. Mosquito season is here, and with all of the rain we're getting you need to do everything you can to keep them out of your yard.
The Price Of Gas Continues To Fall This Summer In Amarillo, Texas
An exciting bit of news recently came regarding the price of gas in Amarillo, Texas. According to AAA, Amarillo was home to the cheapest gas in the entire state of Texas. That's pretty great news as we head into summer and all of the traveling that comes with it. This morning, though, there's even better news when it comes to fuel.
Fantasy-Themed Village is Just a Road Trip Away
If you're looking for more than a getaway, and want to feel like you're in another world, we found just the place. This unique fantasy-like village is something out of a storybook. The name of the place is even enchanting. It's called Ancient Lore Village and it's "like no place...
Why People are Suddenly Putting Bars of Soap in Their Yards
A growing trend among homeowners has some covering their grass and plants with soap. And no, they're not trying to give their yard a much needed bath. Maybe you spotted a bar nestled between plants in someone's garden or caught a whiff of a fresh-smelling sent wafting from a neighbor's lawn.
House Catches Fire For Second Time In Just Over A Year In Amarillo
There are some wild things that happen in Amarillo I swear. Since I moved here, I've heard and seen some thing I never thought would ever happen, which is where I started using the "only in Amarillo" phrase. This one has to be one of the wildest things I've heard...
There Are More Kangaroos In Amarillo Than You Think
Over the last few days, we've heard a lot about kangaroos in Amarillo. I mean, it's not exactly the place you'd expect to find these creatures hopping around. I saw someone comment no a picture about how they expect to see this in Australia, NOT Amarillo. They're 100% correct, but...
[WATCH] Lubbock Good Samaritan Goes Viral For Act of Patriotic Kindness
A wild storm blew through Lubbock, Texas last Wednesday leaving the place a bit of a mess. Some of us in town cleaned up broken tree limbs and patched our rooves this morning, but, that's nothing compared to what we'd be cleaning up if an actual tornado had touched down. We're used to a little wind around here, and it seems everyone made it out just fine.
Bulldozed By Karma: The Worst Bank Robbers In Texas and Their Failed Heists
Robbing banks in Texas is risky business. After all, the Lone Star state is known for an overall enthusiasm for their right to bear arms. One can only imagine the amount of guts it takes to tell a teller 'stick 'em up'. But having guts isn't quite the same as...
Texas Country Music Sensation Kevin Fowler Returns Home to Play The Lumberyard
The one remarkable thing about Amarillo is that it has produced a multitude of talented individuals across various fields, including sports, acting, media, business, wrestling, and music. One of those musicians graduated from Tascosa High School in the 80s. Kevin Fowler. Kevin Fowler was born and raised in Amarillo, Texas....
Kangaroo Killed on Amarillo’s I-40 Over the Weekend
The last place you would expect to see a kangaroo hopping around is Amarillo. However, Amarillo has seen its share of hopping kangaroos over the last few years. On Friday, June 7th we shared a story about rogue kangaroos in Texas. Two of those stories came out of Amarillo. Why...
Enter To Win Tickets to Music In the Gardens 2024 — Winners Drawn Weekly!
It's summertime and the living is warm and easy breezy!. What better way to enjoy life than an evening at Music in the Gardens? This is a seasonal event hosted at the Amarillo Botanical Gardens through the end of August. Every Thursday at 7pm sharp, a different musical act will...
POV of Storm Chaser Caught Inside Tornado in Texas Panhandle
Witness the intensity of a tornado firsthand (but from a safe distance). Storm chasers are a different breed. I don’t know how they do it. I would freak out the moment I laid eyes on a tornado. Not meteorologist Jock Williams, though. The man is as cool as a...
Austin Police Believe They Have Arrested a Texas Serial Killer
This guy has been a problem since 1975 and police believe they can tie him to several crimes to get him locked away for good. Ever Heard of Raul Meza? (WARNING DETAILS ON CRIMES BELOW) Remember this name because police in Texas believe this guy maybe responsible for several murders...
Need Gas? Amarillo, Texas Is Home To The Cheapest Gas In The State.
The next time you pull up to the pump in Amarillo, Texas, you might be tempted to roll your eyes at the price of gas. You might want to curse under your breath as you pull out your wallet and contemplate just how much of your hard-earned money you want to spend. Before you do, remember this; Amarillo, Texas is home to the cheapest gas in the entire state at the moment.
Quirky Phrases That Make Perfect Sense to Midwesterners
The Midwest is a magical place. It's the heartland of America and full of friendly people, a lower cost of living, lots of farmland, and some interesting sayings. Many of these phrases may not make sense to most. But, to a Midwesterner, no explanation is needed. What is the Midwest?
Walmart to Change Price Tags on Every Single Item in Every Store
Walmart is about to look a lot different in just about every aisle of every store. Walmart claims to have more than 120,000 products on shelves in each of their more than 2,300 stores across the U.S. No wonder it's so difficult to find some items when you just want to make a "quick trip to pick up a couple things."
Things You’d See in a 1980s Garage
Garages in the '80s were less about parking your car and more about being a catch-all for everything you needed to get out of the house as consumer-driven culture kicked its jazzercised butt into high gear. It was also a place where parents (okay, let's face it, Dad) could "tinker"—a...
‘Dress That Broke The Internet’ Groom Lands in Prison Following Murder Attempt
The groom from the night a dress with a confusing color went mega viral on social media has been sentenced to prison for attempting to murder his wife. What is commonly referred to as "The Dress That Broke The Internet" was seen as either white and gold or blue and black in a 2015 photo taken by a guest at the wedding of Keir and Grace Johnston.
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