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Abilene’s Discovery Center Celebrates Independence Day July 3rd
Join in on a meaningful start to Independence Day festivities in and around the Big Country at the Discovery Center on Wednesday, July 3rd. Hosted by a faith-based organization founded in 1980 by Tommy and Carolyn Walden to spread the Gospel of The Lord Jesus Christ, this free event is titled "In God We Still Trust."
10 Wacky Packages Cards From the ’70s That You Won’t Believe Existed
If you were a young fan of Mad Magazine's absurdist sometimes controversial humor in the '70s, then no doubt you were also a collector of Wacky Packages, the spoofs of common household products that seemed to live in the same universe. What Were Wacky Packages?. Wacky Packages were TOPPS collectible...
Top 5 Reasons Why Texas Should Rename July: Military Month
Every year around the first of July, I begin thinking about Independence Day and how the month of July should be referred to as Military Month. While we do celebrate our country's independence, it was afforded to us by all the men and women who died standing up for the rights given to us by our forefathers.
Texas Woman Sues The State For Being Denied Abortion
My body, my choice is a popular and unpopular statement in the great state of Texas. According to NBC News, Amanda Zuraski is a woman who lives here in Texas and believes that her body her choice when it comes to pregnancy should be taken seriously. WHEN TEXANS SAY MY...
Man in Doghouse After Sending Guns N’ Roses Song to Wife on Anniversary
A man is apparently in the doghouse after sending a certain Guns N' Roses song to his wife on their anniversary. The individual, whose username on Reddit is Surgeon Michael, took to the platform to share that he "made a mistake" earlier this week on his 14th wedding anniversary. If you're familiar with Guns N' Roses' song catalog, then you probably know where this is going.
Over a Dozen Bands Drop off Capulet Fest After Organizers Change Location the Day Before It Starts
Over a dozen bands dropped off the 2024 Capulet Fest lineup after organizers changed its location the day before it was set to start. , August Burns Red, Skillet, Senses Fail and Saint Asonia were just a few of the 55 acts that were originally set to perform at the 2024 installment of the festival, which was set to take place today (June 28) through Sunday (June 30).
Texans Can’t Spell THIS Word But We Sure Do Love Working On It
Chioma Egbuonu, an eighth-grade student at Saint Raphael Catholic School, took home top honors in the El Paso Regional Spelling Bee Finals back in March and the Scripps National Spelling Bee finals are slowly approaching!. Personally, if the word Sherif, Sherriff, SHERIFF was on the list of words for me...
10 Restaurants Every Texan Should Try
I think most of us look for famous eateries when traveling. If a town has a famous restaurant, most of us are most likely to stop and try it out. I also think that deep down inside each one of us is some kind of foodie. If you are like me, I like to try to take in the cuisine of the area that I am in. I want to experience their culture.
Get Refreshed With These 4 Perks of Pineapple Water
Maintaining good health is a popular aspect of many people's lives. Some turn to the natural remedies and boosts that certain foods can give you. One such gem is pineapple water. It's a delicious and nutritious addition to any diet. Plus, it's a perfect option for those who don't care for the plain taste of water.
Did Slaughter to Prevail Set a World Record For Biggest Wall of Death?
Did Slaughter to Prevail set the world record for the biggest "wall of death" ever?. That was the goal earlier this week leading up to the deathcore band's Thursday appearance at France's Hellfest. The Russian group promoted their lofty goal earlier in the week, rallying fans "to be a part of history."
It’s Illegal In Texas To Pitch These 3 Items In The Trash
I do it all the time, mostly without even realizing it - tossing something in the trashcan. We all do. All our garbage has to go somewhere, and at the end of the day, it can amount to massive trash at the landfill. Landfills are important to protect. After all,...
Texas Man May Score A World Record With Help From Selena
A Texas man is eyeing a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records. Thanks to his love of the late Tejano star, Selena, he may just make it. Selena, of course, isn't actively helping this guy out. She was tragically murdered in 1995 by the psychotic president of her fan club. Her image though could be, literally, one for the books.
Every Rock + Metal Album That Went No. 1 in the ’90s
Here's a list of every rock and metal album that went No. 1 in the '90s. The decade saw a lot of change in heavy music, from the fizzling out of '80s hair metal and the rise of alternative rock and grunge, all the way to the nu-metal explosion near the end of the millennium.
The Tentative Song Titles from Soundgarden’s Unreleased Album With Chris Cornell
Here are the tentative song titles from Soundgarden's unreleased album, which they were working on before Chris Cornell's death in May of 2017. Cornell's widow, Vicky Cornell, initiated a legal battle in late 2019 when she filed a lawsuit against the remaining members of Soundgarden — Kim Thayil, Matt Cameron and Ben Shepherd — alleging that the tracks Cornell had been working on prior to his death were property of the singer only, and thus the property of his estate.
Texans Are Tired Of Tipping
It's time to talk tipping in Texas because people are getting really tired of this huge tipping push lately! According to a fresh survey by Bankrate, a whopping 59% of Americans have a negative view on tipping, which is a significant drop from last year's 66%. Many folks feel businesses should pay employees better instead of relying on tips. Plus, those annoying pre-entered tip screens at your favorite coffee shop or food truck? Yeah, 34% of people can't stand them, and about 25% tip less when they pop up.
Pearl Jam Issue Statement on London Stadium Show Cancelation
Pearl Jam have issued a statement regarding the cancelation of their stadium show in London tomorrow (June 29). The grunge legends are in the midst of a world tour in support of their new album, Dark Matter. Pearl Jam wrapped the North American leg in late May and, at the...
The Three Guitar Riffs Tom Morello Wishes He Wrote
Is a guitar legend, but there are still some riffs he wishes he wrote. Speaking with Guitar Interactive Magazine at Download Festival earlier this month, Morello was able to name three iconic riffs he wishes he wrote immediately off the top of his head. "Let's go with 'The Ocean' by...
How Many Speeding Tickets Sammy Hagar Got Before + After Writing ‘I Can’t Drive 55′
How many speeding tickets did Sammy Hagar get before and after writing "I Can't Drive 55"?. The difference in the totals is almost unbelievable, mainly because Hagar had racked up nearly three dozen such offenses before writing the 1984 single, which was bolstered by a music video that was in heavy rotation on TV.
The 13 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week (June 21-27, 2024)
Here are the 13 new rock and metal tours that were announced this past week (June 21-27), as well as some updates on festival lineups and other special events. Each week, Loudwire recaps the latest wave of tours, making it easier for you to keep up with all of the bands that will be hitting the road later this year and even in early 2025.
Geoff Tate Addresses Idea of Reuniting With Queensryche – ‘We Did Great Things’
We are living in the golden age of reunions and one high-profile one would certainly be the return of Geoff Tate in Queensryche. In a new interview, the singer addresses the likelihood of those chances and reflects on what the band was able to accomplish together before a messy 2012 split.
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