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Texas Pays Tribute to War Heroes: Purple Hearts Day Remembrance
August 7th marks a significant day in American history known as Purple Hearts Day, a time to honor and recognize the brave men and women who have been wounded or killed while serving in the U.S. military. For me, this day carries profound personal significance. Born with one arm, I always dreamed of serving my country, but was heartbroken to learn I could not join the American military. Despite this, nearly all the men in my family have served our nation with distinction.
Atreyu Play Their Favorite Riffs
What are the riffs that inspired Atreyu's Dan Jacobs and Travis Miguel to pick up the guitar and what riffs have they made that continue inspire themselves as well as their fans? That's part of what we find out in this Atreyu edition of Loudwire's Gear Factor. Where It Started.
Every State Where It’s Illegal to Own an Adorable Axolotl as a Pet
They're cute and they could get you into a lot of trouble. Axolotl have been rising in popularity in recent years thanks to the amphibious creature's appearances in popular video games and as a plush character readily available on store shelves. What Is An Axolotl?. Axolotls are a type of...
Flea Recalls Naked Snowboarding + Near Brawl With Woody Harrelson
Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea is no stranger to nudity, but apparently he got longtime pal actor Woody Harrelson to join him for a buff experience snowboarding down a mountain in Utah. And that's just the beginning of the snowboarding adventures the pair have had. Flea was a guest...
What is an Angel Shot? Learn How It Can Keep You Safe
It all started as a campaign in 2016. Ask for Angela. "Angela" is a fictional character that has been used to raise awareness and help prevent sexual assaults. When you feel uncomfortable or threatened at a bar or in a club, you can simply go to the staff and "ask for Angela".
Texas Cults: 3 Active Groups You May Not Know About
Texas is a big state with a lot of different people and beliefs, and sometimes, some groups stand out more than others because of their unique practices. While the word “cult” can sound a bit scary, much of the time it's used to describe groups that have very strong beliefs making them a little different from what we're used to. In an article from the Houston Press, you'll find out quickly that Texas is no stranger to these groups. Here’s a quick look at some of the more popular cults that are currently active in the Lone Star State.
The Facilities at the Texas High School are INSANE [PHOTOS]
It's almost time for students to head back to the classroom for the 2024-25 school year. This means some of the students will returning to absolutely incredible campuses. Walnut Grove High School is one of those incredible campuses! This high school facility is more impressive than some college campuses. The gym looks like a college court, the food court looks like a mall. They have an indoor practice for football and the weight room is on another level. The photos are courtesy of Texas Football via X.
Data Shows Texas Is Second In Nation For Users Of Meth
Using illegal drugs in the state of Texas is never a good idea. Not only are they simply against the law, they also pose a lot risks towards your own personal health as well. Data shows from the year of 2020 in Texas, 88,651 arrests were made in regards to drug abuse. While the number did decrease from 2019, drugs still remain an issue.
Eleven-Year-Old Arrested, Charged With 29 Felonies for Prank Calls
Prank calls used to be part of growing up — you'd pick up the receiver on your landline and call a random number to ask if their refrigerator was running. Yes, they'd say — "Well, then you better go so you can catch it!," you'd respond. But one...
Why Are People Outraged Over Cannibal Corpse Lyrics All of a Sudden?
Cannibal Corpse has been trending on the X social media platform, but the fact that it's over their lyrical content has many metalheads up in arms given that the veteran band has been churning out gore-filled lyrics for four decades now. So how did Cannibal Corpse suddenly become the talk...
Scary Stuff, Someone is Attacking 911 Systems in Texas
In Texas and across the country, when we are dealing with an emergency and we cannot handle the situation ourselves we’ve all been taught to call 911. It’s a lifeline when we need assistance, but what do you do if you need help and you cannot get through to the emergency services you need. That is a helpless and desperate feeling and one that some Texans faced just a few days ago.
See Vibrant Photos From Slipknot’s 25th Anniversary Tour Kickoff
If you weren't in attendance at Slipknot's 25th anniversary tour kickoff last night (Aug. 6), then keep scrolling to see some awesome photos from the night. The show, featuring support from Knocked Loose and Orbit Culture, took place at the Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana. It marked the start of their 25th anniversary "Here Comes the Pain" trek, and they celebrated by playing their 1999 self-titled album in its entirety.
Local Texas Ice Cream Parlor Now “Best In America”
Austin, Texas has so many incredible choices when it comes to fantastic bar-b-que all by its self, but man cannot live by brisket alone. Anyone that knows food understands flavors can change within a city's very own neighborhoods, and that often your experience will fluctuate even with each location of the same establishments.
Jack Black Addresses Tenacious D’s Future After Trump Comment Backlash
Tenacious D shut down their touring last month after backlash over Kyle Gass' controversial remark onstage about the Donald Trump assassination attempt, but now co-founder Jack Black is offering his first comments on the band's future after putting all activities on hold. In announcing the remainder of their tour cancelation...
Clubtails Cocktails In A Can Provide Refreshing Flavors For Hot Texas Summer
The Weekend Buzz is back for another round of shameless taste-testing in Texas. This week, we'll sample Clubtails Cocktails In A Can. We sit around and taste-test different adult beverages including spirits, beer, seltzers, and more. Then we give you our honest take on these beverages using the latest advanced taste-testing technology. Ok, so we sorta wing it.
Abilene Flying Bison
Baseball team in Texas is the 2024 Mid-American League champions. But the news got even more exciting when the league announced that the playoff series would be held right here in Abilene. The inaugural championship series will take place at Walt Driggers Field on August 13th and 14th the league...
Setlist + Video – Slipknot Kick Off 25th Anniversary Tour
Yesterday (Aug. 6), Slipknot launched their 25th anniversary tour with Knocked Loose and Orbit Culture and played their debut album in its entirety except for one track ("Diluted"). It means that two songs (including Corey Taylor's personal favorite) were played live for the first time since 2000 while others were dusted off for the first time in a while as well.
Major Retailer Gets Backlash Over Plus-Size Clothing Options
A clothing retailer with 165 stores across the country has come under fire for what some social media users are calling a pullback from their plus-size clothing options. Forever 21, like many stores that once dominated shopping malls, has seen its share of struggles in recent years. The chain filed for bankruptcy in 2019 only to be bought out of bankruptcy in 2020.
Wow! Can You Believe at One Time Abilene Had a Segregated Pool?
I was visiting with my friend, Jay Moore, an Abilene, Texas historian, discussing some of the outlandish tales we’ve heard over the years around Abilene. During our conversation, he shared with me the tale of the “CoC Pool.” While it took me a bit to recall it, once he started describing it, I knew exactly what he was talking about. I remembered it as the “segregated swimming pool” or, as some referred to it, the “Church of Christ Boys and Girls Pool.”
Here’s When The Farmer’s Almanac Predicts The First 2024 Frost For Texas
All of us in Texas are pretty much tired of the heat aren't we?. It's been a long summer in the Lone Star State, and most of us are simply waiting for relief. So are our air conditioners, which have to have broken down at least once during these triple digit days. So fall temperatures are set to be welcomed with open arms.
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