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Driver’s License Offices In Texas Still Facing Issues After Major Network Problem
The state of Texas is still affected by the CrowdStrike outage that took place last week. Some Driver's License officers remain closed due to the issue. Here's what is known. Some Driver's License Offices In Texas Closed Until Further Notice. Per MySanAntonio, certain offices in the state are unable to...
Sharp Decline in Illegal Crossings at Texas Border: Where Have All the Migrants Gone?
Federal authorities in charge of Texas' border had some unusual news to report as the month of June came to a close. Officials with U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Texas reported a total of 30,771 migrants apprehended between ports of entry--a sharp decline from 45,139 in May. Not only...
Why Texans Can’t Get Enough of This Delicious Dip
What are you most likely going to be dipping in at your house?. A new survey list the #1 dip as "hummus". Just no. I'm not hating on hummus. I'm just saying there are better things out there, especially here in Texas. Here's the funny thing, the #1 dip in Texas, did not even make the survey. I think if we all spread the word a bit more it would be tops...then again if we stay quiet, then more for us.
Nu-Metal Songs Fans Would Recommend to Their Future Kid, Reddit Users Discuss
How would you introduce your child to nu-metal and which song would you choose to do it?. For many who grew up with nu-metal, they are now becoming parents and the music that was popular in their youth is now seeing a resurgence. So what songs would you pick to bring your child into the nu-metal fold? That's a recent discussion currently taking place in the Nu-Metal Reddit community, with some familiar bands and songs popping up regularly.
When Do The Spirit Halloween Stores Open In Texas?
There used to be a fun, goofy commercial with a woman tapping on a department stores window saying, "Open, open, open". Well, That's me when it comes to Halloween stores. There are many wonderful places to get your Halloween goods. Many big box stores are already taking online orders. Items are popping up on the shelves at Joanne's Fabrics and At Home. The big daddy of the group, Spirit Halloween Stores, still has "Coming Soon" banners posted. So when can we expect them to respond to us "tapping on the glass" and let us in? We have an indicator up ahead for you.
Black Sabbath Members Reunite to Unveil New Uniform for Hometown Soccer Team
Black Sabbath legends Ozzy Osbourne and Geezer Butler have reunited (but not in the way you might expect) as they star in a new ad debuting the new uniform for their hometown Aston Villa Football Club. The Black Sabbath legends have long celebrated their home base of Birmingham, England and...
The Second Best Song of 10 1990s One-Hit Wonders
You'll recognize these 1990s one-hit wonders, but what are the second best songs of these bands?. The '90s had their fair share of acts that had only a limited amount of time in the spotlight, but they certainly made the most of it while it was happening. Each of these acts likely expected more, having gone through the process of recording a full album, and in some cases multiple records that either preceded or followed their breakout moment. But in some cases, success is just fleeting.
The Setlist From Iron Maiden’s First Show With Bruce Dickinson
On Oct. 26, 1981, Bruce Dickinson played his very first show as the new frontman for Iron Maiden. The setlist featured 17 songs, including a cover, as fans in Bologna, Italy witnessed a historic night of heavy metal. A range of factors contributed to the dismissal of Paul Di'Anno, whose...
Interview: Dorothy Says Her New Album Fits Into ‘Heavy Metal Cowgirl’ Genre
"If I had to make up a word, it's something like heavy metal cowgirl." Dorothy joined Loudwire Nights on Monday (July 22) to celebrate the recent release of her latest song, "Mud" – a track that definitely lives up to the new genre she seemed to invent. It's also...
Texas Rattled By 3 Earthquakes In Rapid Succession Near Hermleigh
Texans were rocked with three earthquakes within an hour and a half Monday night. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the three earthquakes were reported at 10:38 pm, 10:46 pm, and 11:56 pm all within the area of Hermleigh, Texas. The first one registered at a magnitude of 4.9 on the Richter Scale with the second registering at 4.4 and the third at 3.1.
Warning Issued for Texas Most Wanted Fugitive and a $4,000 Reward
AUSTIN – Jorge Hernandez Dionicio, a criminal illegal immigrant, is one of Texas’ 10 Most Wanted. This month, he is the Featured Fugitive, and authorities are urging the public to be vigilant. Details:. Name: Jorge Hernandez Dionicio. Aliases: Jorge Hernandez-Dionicio, Noe Vega. Age: 33. Height: 5 feet 3...
Abilene Award Named After a Young Professional in Our Community
If you don’t know the story of Mark Rogers, here’s a quick summary. He was the president of Big Brothers Big Sisters in Abilene and, in my opinion, perfectly embodied what it means to be a leader and a servant to the community. I was fortunate to have Mark on my show several times to talk about Big Brothers Big Sisters, and I was always impressed by his positive attitude and his commitment to making a difference.
10 Unforgettable Blink-182 Moments
In this week's Loud List, we present you with 10 unforgettable Blink-182 moments. Last week's video compilation featured legendary Van Halen vocalist David Lee Roth, but this week's is all about one of the most beloved bands of the late '90s and 2000s — pop-punk kings Blink-182. The band...
Texans are Spending Too Much Money on These Items
Here in Texas we like to have nice things, and we have a lot of pride in the things we own or spend money on. But there are some items that we spend too much money on. Some of them could be things that we have looked forward to for a long time, and it’s important to have those goals but that doesn’t mean you need to overspend on your dreams or goals.
Alumni From This Texas University Are Viewed As Most Attractive In State
All of us in Texas are looking for that special someone aren't we?. It could happen at any moment in our lives. We could meet up with a group of friends and inadvertently discover the one we love. Or it could even be a friend in the group that you fall for.
In Texas, Can You Ignore A Police Officer Knocking On Your Door?
Texas police officers do many things daily to keep us safe. From tracking down criminals, to investigating cold cases, officers in the Lone Star State are keeping their ever watchful eye on the state. Safe to say, law enforcement in Texas doesn't receive enough thanks. However, some of us might not know what to do when they come to see us.
Texas Based Restaurant Chain Now Selling Out In Massive Deal
Austin, Texas recently was announced as the new headquarters of Elon Musk's ventures X and Tesla as their corporate offices will join their already large presence in Central Texas, but there is also a major Austin based company that will now most likely be changing their address to Florida after agreeing to be purchased for around $605 million.
Killer Virus Now Spreading All Over Texas
As Texas is dealing with the scorching summer temperatures, but the extreme ultraviolet radiation is just the tip of the threat the outdoors brings in the Lone Star State during this time of year. We have grown accustomed to dealing with the presence of West Nile Virus over the past twenty years, but now a new viral threat is surging across Texas, and once again we have the world's most deadly animal to blame.
Tremors in Texas: 3 Deadly Earthquakes That Made Their Mark
When people think of earthquakes, Texas isn't the first place that comes to mind. However, the Lone Star State has had its share of seismic events that have left an impact. Texas is not known for frequent or intense earthquakes like the West Coast, but they do happen. Volcano Discovery...
Why Do So Many Texans Paint Their Tree Trunks White?
Picture a blistering hot day in Texas, where the sun shines so brightly it feels like it's baking everything it touches. Now, imagine you're a tree in the middle of all this. It's rough. This is where the cool trick of painting tree trunks white comes into play. It's an interesting story that blends nature with some human ingenuity.
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