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Kyle’s Quest In Texas For World Record Greatness Ends In Disaster
Earlier this year, people named Kyle were being summoned to Texas to help claim a world record. Hopes were high. The pride of several Texans was on the line. This was to be the year that a world record would be moved from the other side of the planet and brought home to roost in the Lone Star State. The problem is that things didn't go according to plan in Kyle, Texas, and hopes for the record were dashed to pieces.
How I Became A Dallas Mavericks Fan For Remainder Of Playoffs
As many of you know at this point, I'm a huge sports fan. I rep my teams any chance I get. I wear my heart on my sleeve when it comes to them, and am unashamed when they're playing poorly. For full transparency here, I'm a San Francisco Giants fan...
The Texas Panhandle Hosts the Financial Center of the Universe?
I'm not sure if you are aware that the financial center of the universe is close by. It really is. I mean you might think it would be somewhere more populated like New York. You wouldn't think it would be a close drive. Oh, but it is. You can find it right here in the Texas Panhandle.
This Is the Texas City with the Lowest Crime Rate
Whether you are moving to Texas from out of state, or you are simply moving from one part of the state to another, you are likely interested in the safety of the city you are moving to. For many people, especially those looking to start a family, the safety of...
Devastating Body Of Young Girl Washes Up On Texas Beach
The search for a missing 13-year-old Texas girl came to a heartbreaking end after her body was found washed up on South Padre Island. Cameron County Park Rangers received a call at 7:15 a.m. notifying them of 2 swimmers in distress. Both swimmers were young girls and the youngest swimmer was located and rescued from the water.
There Are Massive Potholes in Some of Texas’ Major Interstate Highways, Are People Safe?
The Seguin Police Department made an unusual, albeit alarming post to warn Texas drivers on Sunday morning. A hole had appeared on the bridge deck of the overpass, prompting authorities to block off the highway and call in TXDoT repair crews. The post included photos of the large hole in I-10 as seen from US-90 below.
Route 66 Festival In Amarillo Returns With Big Accolades
It's one of the most historic and iconic stretches of road in America, and we have a very important piece of it right here in Amarillo. Yes, I'm talking about Route 66. There have been songs made specifically around it, and it's been used in countless movies. The most popular...
CAUTION: Think Twice Before Trying to Save That ‘Injured’ Baby Bird
It's a moment that makes your heart skip a beat. You're doing some yard maintenance and you see something move out of the corner of your eye: it's an injured baby bird that has fallen out of its nest. Now what do you do?. Welcome to Fledgling Season. The Center...
Amarillo’s Discovery Center Gets New Friend for Dinosaurs
We have a lot of great things for our families to do in Amarillo. I would have to say the best part of being a Mimi is that I get to do a lot of those fun family activities again. When my daughter was growing up we loved going to the Discover Center.
Scary Pet Food Recall Sends Owners of Furry Friends Scrambling
A pet food recall in multiple U.S. states has owners checking their supplies and their dogs' safety. The latest pet food recall only seems to include dog food. The recall centers on 44-pound bags of dry food. Details released by the FDA explained there is a potential for "loose metal...
Casey Donahew to Light the Stage at The Lumberyard in Canyon
Canyon, Texas is the home to the newest, hottest venue in the Texas Panhandle. The Lumberyard is the hottest new concert venue in Canyon and the Texas Panhandle. The venue opened up on May 18th, 2024 with the Josh Abbott Band. Coming soon to the venue is a brand-new restaurant, with an amazing outdoor patio and great food. That should be opening this summer. Not to mention a beautiful event venue. But in the meantime, you can enjoy awesome concerts under the stars in Canyon. Don't miss the next concert at the Lumberyard.
This Amarillo Business Makes the List of Best Places to Work in the US
Amarillo is home to some great businesses. Some of these businesses are so great that they are getting accolades. Recently announced, Tyler's Barbeque is at the top of the list of the Best BBQ Places in the County. It is no surprise that another Amarillo business is getting nationally recognized....
List of 9 Different Gangs That Are Known For Criminal Activity in Texas
Personally, it’s almost laughable to think about gangs in the state of Texas. I’m aware that gangs are everywhere but I just don’t think about them as I just stay so busy between work and stuff at home. But there is lots of organized criminal activity that takes place across the state of Texas whether we are aware of it going on or not.
VIDEO: Texas Couple Shoots at Car With A Baby in the Back Seat
Texas, Our Texas, All Hail The Mighty State, and our mighty stupidity. A couple in Texas found themselves in a lot of trouble when they shot at a car in Houston. Texas highways are full of unhappy people who tend to get angry at the smallest things. If you are following a car too close, they might hit the brakes to say "get off my [butt]".
Terror in the Skies as Winged Creature Attacks Texas Neighborhood; Could Yours Be Next?
Residents of a neighborhood in Central Texas are staying indoors for the time being. Why? Because for the past three months, any time they step outside, they run the risk of being attacked.by a large, aggressive, winged creature. So far, there have been two dozen of these attacks reported in...
Welcome to Whataburger! Outrageous Crimes Committed at Texas’ Favorite Fast Food Restaurant
I dare you to find me a Texan who doesn't love a meal from Whataburger. It's a Texas tradition to sit in a slow-moving drive-thru line for a fresh, hot, and juicy whataburger meal with fries. But when those drive-thru lines are slow, tempers can be quick. And there's been more than a few newsworthy incidents that took place in a Whataburger parking lot.
The Return of La Niña is Near, You Need to Know Why That’s Bad News For Texas
The eastward winds of El Niño are fading, but a terrible little girl we know as La Niña is brewing on the horizon. And it doesn't bode well for those of us who live in Texas. These two forces are climate patterns that have a butterfly effect on...
The Terrifying Legend Of The Oklahoma Octopus “Freshwater Demon”
Legends of monstrous fish lurking in the dark waters of lakes are nothing new. Something you don't hear every day is stories about a killer octopus lurking in man-made lakes. However, that's exactly what you get in the terrifying legend of the Oklahoma Octopus. The Legend Of The Mythical Oklahoma...
From Dallas To Amarillo, Why Can’t Texas Get Water Bills Right?
Water bills are a part of life. It's so routine that it seems insane to think that anything could go wrong. How could anything go wrong with something we've been doing and will be doing forever? Recently, there have been issues with paying water bills from Dallas, Texas to Amarillo. How do water bills get messed up?
Here’s What To Do During Memorial Day Weekend In Amarillo
Memorial Day weekend is quickly approaching in Amarillo, and many will find themselves with a three day weekend. Many will have some friends over and fire up the grill or smoker, while others will look for things to simply keep them active. As we do these things, it's a time...
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