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The Official Beer of Texas Celebrates 140 Years With New Armadillo Bobblehead
We love our beer in Texas! The National Beer of Texas has released a limited edition bobblehead to celebrate its 140th anniversary. Cheers!. Lone Star Beer has endured and refreshed generations of Texans since Lone Star Brewery was built 140 years ago in 1884. The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame...
Check Out The Most Haunted Places In Texas Right Now
Fall has arrived in Texas, and with October being the month that features Halloween, what better time than now to discuss and explore the most haunted locations in the Lone Star State? Another moniker our great republic is known by is rooted in a long history of conflict, and when you consider the Six Flags of Texas, that leaves a whole lot of cultures and wars to lean into for some epic ghost stories.
3 of The Top 50 Restaurants In The US Are Texan
Three Texas eateries have made a major mark this year, earning their spot on the New York Times’ prestigious Best Restaurants of 2024 list. From vegetarian Indian cuisine to tangy barbecue and soul-warming Creole dishes, the Lone Star State continues to show that its culinary scene is as diverse as it is delicious. This year’s list includes 50 top restaurants across 27 states and Washington, D.C., with Texas proudly representing three standout spots. Let’s dive into what makes these eateries so special.
2025 Texas Fish Art Contest Opens for Entries
October 3, 2024 – ATHENS – The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) has opened the Texas division of Wildlife Forever’s 2025 Fish Art Contest for entries. The Fish Art Contest, accepting entries until Feb. 28, is part of an international conservation education program designed to foster youth interest in fish, fisheries and fishing.
PFAS pollution a growing problem for U.S. farmers
Texas state courts have become ground zero in a complaint to determine whether farmers can be held liable for PFAS contamination discovered on their crop land. The Environmental Working Group reports the number of known “forever chemical” sites across the United States are increasing at an alarming rate. PFAS have been linked to kidney and […]
Dock strike could cause shortages of appliances in Massachusetts
NORTON - The port strike from Massachusetts to Texas is only a few days old, but it's already having an impact on prices.The International Longshoremen's Association went on strike on Tuesday, demanding better wages and less automation at East and Gulf Coast ports.Port strike impactYale Appliance has six locations in Massachusetts. Their Vice President of Sales, Dennis MacDonald, is getting COVID-era flashbacks from this strike. He's worried it could create pandemic level delays in kitchen appliances. "It harkens back to some of the things we saw in the pandemic," he told WBZ-TV. "People still are building their homes and finishing their...
Filed Lawsuit Says 2021 Texas Blackouts Were Caused By Utility Companies
We all remember that week in February of 2021 where all of us in Texas were snowed in. There was about 3 to 5 inches of snow and ice on the ground making travel impossible. Temperatures hovered around the 0 degree mark and even dropped below 0 degrees at night. Many people lost electricity and water for some or most of that week. Many died because of that lack of utilities. Many believed that those blackouts were actually caused by the utility companies for the sole purpose of hiking prices to make a bigger profit. The first lawsuit is now being heard in Houston alleging the major utility companies did just that.
How a school voucher supporter won in a Texas House district with almost no private schools
"How a school voucher supporter won in a Texas House district with almost no private schools" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
Picks for Week 6 high school football games in San Angelo, Concho Valley and West Texas
Please consider a subscription. Much of the 2024-25 season coverage will be exclusive to subscribers. Week 5 brought another exciting round of high school football games in the West Texas, Concho Valley and San Angelo areas. It was a welcome sign for many fans in the area. However, several upsets and close games damaged our...
Discover inspiring artwork at the State Fair of Texas
SAN ANTONIO — Everything is bigger in Texas and the Creative Arts Building at the State Fair of Texas is home to the coolest artwork you’ll find in the Lone Star State!. Hundreds of art pieces have a home under one roof. That's where you'll find the Creative Arts Building director, Kathy Bennett. She couldn't be prouder of the artwork she found at the 'Kid's Corner'.
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