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Here’s 4 Times That Abilene, Texas Made National News
Abilene, Texas, might not be the largest city in the Lone Star State, but I've seen its fair share of moments under the national microscope. From severe weather to community events, Abilene shows a unique character that captures people's attention nationwide. After doing some pondering and quick research, I was...
Illness That Forced Pearl Jam Show Cancelations ‘Almost Felt Like a Near-Death Experience’
The "iilness" that forced Pearl Jam to cancel multiple overseas tour dates in late June and early July has been described by Eddie Vedder as something that "almost felt like a near-death experience." On Saturday (July 6), the band returned to the stage in Barcelona, Spain, touring in support of...
Four Texas Cities Ranked As Least Educated In Nation
Education is very important to those in the state of Texas. If a person wishes to know how to do something new, well they have to learn don't they? There's so many ways for one to learn a new skill, but there's one major thing required for someone to obtain that skill. They must have someone teach it to them.
Area Near HGTV Homes Heavily Damaged By Hurricane Beryl
The effects of Hurricane Beryl making landfall in Texas are being felt in an area once featured on a popular HGTV TV show. Millions were left without power after Hurricane Beryl slammed parts of Texas on Monday. Photos from the area show heavy flooding along the coastline, including Surfside, Texas.
Seether + Skillet Announce 2024 U.S. Co-Headline Tour
Two of rock's top bands - andSkillet - will be hitting the road together for a fall U.S. co-headline tour. The trek gets underway Sept. 17 in Asheville, North Carolina, crossing through the Midwest and Southwest before circling back to an Oct. 20 finale in Minneapolis, Minnesota. All dates, cities and venues can be viewed below, while ticketing information can be viewed through the Seether and Skillet websites.
The Most Intense TikTok’s Showing Hurricane Beryl in Texas
Mother Nature is no laughing matter, as we have learned with the recent Hurricane Beryl that hit multiple states hard with the downpouring rain and the intense winds. It’s obvious that Texas was hit the hardest with winds up to 84 miles per hour recorded in the Houston area, according to USA Today.
Ozzy Osbourne Names His Ultimate Dream Band
Who would Ozzy Osbourne choose to make up his ultimate dream band? This legendary vocalist had two iconic guitarists and a world-renowned bassist at the ready when answering the question and also offered up one player with whom he's previously shared concert stages on tour. Who Did Ozzy Osbourne Pick...
7 Animals That Could Soon Go Extinct in Texas
As an animal lover, it's sad knowing that many more animals are going extinct in Texas than one might think. Before searching the internet a bit, I figured that there would be a few endangered species in Texas, but instead, I found out that there are over 200 species (plants and animals) that are either threatened or endangered in the state, as shown on a list created by the Texas Parks and Wildlife. Keep in mind that this is ONLY the list for Texas, and it varies from state to state -- but either way, this is tragic information.
Here Are 24 Iconic Landmarks In Texas You Must Visit On Your Next Road Trip
Even as a native Texan, it still surprises me how big our state is and the awesome landscapes and historic buildings that fly high along the horizon. From amazing natural wonders to buildings that have stood the test of time, the Lone Star State is home to many iconic landmarks many Texans may take for granted, but visitors worldwide are in awe.
Texas Restaurant Now Named Best Buffet In The State
Probably the best part about the phrase, "Everything is bigger in Texas," is that it is so easily applied to just about every category, especially when we are listing all the reasons and ways that Texas ranks as best overall, or right near the top compared to the other 49 states. Texans often do not limit the contest to being just among the United States, not when there are 192 other countries to also dominate as well.
System of a Down Fans Name Worst Song to Introduce Someone to Band
System of a Down fans on Reddit are discussing the worst song to introduce someone new to the band. First impressions are hard to erase, right? The first time you heard System of a Down was likely an unforgettable one, as they're such a unique sounding group. But there are many people who've never heard them before, or maybe have and didn't realize it.
VOTE: Better ’90s Alt-Rock Hero – Beck vs. 311 – Chuck’s Fight Club
Who was the better '90s alt-rock hero - Beck or 311? That's the debate at the center of this week's Chuck's Fight Club on Loudwire Nights as we look at the careers of two consistently great and long-lasting acts from the alt-rock genre. Both acts found a way of working...
Report: Ex-Lostprophets Singer Ian Watkins Stabbed Over Drug Debt, Pays for Protection
A fellow inmate has provided new details surrounding the brutal 2023 prison assault on former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins, claiming the musician was actually stabbed over a drug debt. Watkins was initially jailed on a 35-year sentence in 2013 over multiple child sex crimes and this is not the first...
Rockers Trash Talking Other Artists
In this week's Loud List, we made a video compilation of rockers trash talking other artists. Rock and metal may not have as much drama as the rap and hip-hop worlds do (shout out to XXL), but they still have their fair share. Whether it was inspired by a feud or just a simple lack of respect, there's plenty of footage of rock and metal artists trash talking others.
World Famous Bruno Steel House In Texas Lowers Its Asking Price
A Viral And Very Well Known Airbnb Rental In West Texas Just Lowered Its Asking Price. If you've ever scrolled through Airbnb listings in Texas over the last few years, one of the most popular and unique listings you'll find is one called the Bruno Steel House in Ransom Canyon, just outside of Lubbock.
Here’s 5 Traffic Violations Texans Get Ticketed For The Most
Driving in Texas like anywhere else, requires obeying traffic laws designed to keep everyone safe out on the road. However, some laws are violated more frequently than others, leading to accidents and the dreaded traffic ticket. In a blog from Aceable, they've listed out some of these commonly violated laws....
Here’s 10 of the Rudest Things Seen in Abilene Churches
Sunday mornings are set aside for a bunch of things. Bacon sizzling and the smell of coffee brewing, family get-togethers, and for most of us worship and going to church. Many Abilene families that I know take their faith and worship seriously. Reverence is very important. I think most of us will agree there's a way you're supposed to act in church and there's a way you're not. Many of us were raised with mothers and grandmothers who would give us one good glare if we even thought of misbehaving. You'd have a hard time believing what still goes on during church nowadays.
Texas State Park Passes Are About To Get More Expensive
An annual Texas State Park Pass from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department gets you unlimited visits to over 85 parks across our state. If you're a big outdoorsman, you've probably got one. If you don't, but you're thinking about getting one, don't delay. Prices are about to increase for the second time since the program was developed in 2004.
Excellent Texas Small Town Made Best In America
The Texas Triangle has been a very popular topic of interest for the United States, and it has almost acted more like a Texas magnet for the flood of incoming new residents that are seeking a better life by fleeing their current situation in hopes of prosperity and freedom in the Lone Star State.
Ville Valo Names ’90s Movie Character That Influenced Him ‘On All Possible Levels’
It's not uncommon to name other artists as influences, but former HIM frontman Ville Valo has credited the fictional '90s movie character Eric Draven from The Crow film franchise as influencing him "on all possible levels." Speaking with Metal Hammer about the '90s cult classic film, Valo not only showed...
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