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The 15 Most Common Words Texans Use That Have Double Meaning
The beauty of the West Texas language isn’t just in the slang like “fixin’ to” or “jeet yet?” It’s in these words that carry a double meaning, or better yet as we Texans like to call it "Double Speak." They show how dynamic our speech is, and how the same word can take on a completely different meaning, depending on how we use it.
Texas Ending State Vehicle Inspections in 2025 With 2 Big Catches
I remember the days when you would have to get your vehicle inspected in Texas and get a sticker showing that the inspection was up to date. You then had to get your vehicle registered and get a sticker for that. Both of those stickers had to be displayed in the bottom left corner of your front windshield. Eventually, the inspection sticker was dropped even though you still had to get an inspection. Starting in January of 2025, you will no longer need to get your vehicle inspected in Texas. But as with a lot of good things, there's two big catches to this.
72 Year Old Food Delivery Company In Texas Closing For Good
A company that has delivered food to customers houses in Texas for seven decades is calling it quits and closing down operations next month. The company's final deliveries will be made on November 8. It's going to be sad day for many Americans as this company has been used by generations of families.
Need A Halloween Costume? Here’s 10 That Will Turn Heads In Texas.
It's one of those holidays you either love, or hate. Halloween. In Texas, it really kind of depends on where you live. Austin was HOPPING with trick-or-treaters, and all the houses in nearly every neighborhood would comply. Amarillo is a bit different, as there are hot spots you need to...
Do You Know This Important Texas Hotel Is The Most Haunted?
Austin, Texas has a whole lot of history from being named after The Father of Texas Stephen F. Austin, to being the home of the University of Texas and numerous other Fortune 500 Businesses like Dell Technologies, and now more recently Tesla. The various architecture reflects several styles and generational choices, but nothing stands out quite like the oldest hotel in town that is also said to be the most haunted place in the entire state of Texas.
Texas Has Some of the Most Beautiful Courthouses in the Country
I'm willing to bet most people in Texas would rather stay away from any courthouse for a variety of reasons, but when you have some of the most historical and beautiful buildings to gander at, you can't help but marvel at the architectural beauty that graces the Texas landscape. I...
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...
Uncovering the Rich History of Texas Homecoming Mums
Homecoming season has started in Texas. Even if you don't keep up with local football, I'm sure it was evident by all the mums around. Homecoming tends to be a huge celebration in Texas and of course, we have to do it bigger and better than the rest. My daughter...
One Video Shows How Texas Is Overflowing With Crickets
The state of Texas is home to plenty of animals. Some we know well, others not so well. We've got all that one special we love right? Perhaps a dog or even a cat?. But then there are creatures in the state that quite frankly, unnerve some individuals. Others simply just creep us out. Then...there's the ones that we see too much of!
Armyworms Are Wreaking Havoc Across Texas Invading Lawns and Pastures
They are small but highly destructive and they are slithering their way across Texas and while they may look innocent enough, the armyworm is taking aim at lawns, gardens, pastures across the state. According to the Dallas Morning News, Armyworms have been hatching across Texas including North and Central Texas...
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...
Ted Cruz Faces Tough Challenge as Texas Suddenly Becomes Battleground
Republicans may be in for a surprise in Texas this November, according to voter registration data that shows the Lone Star State has seen a surge of new voters since 2018.Nearly 2.6 million people have registered to vote in the state since then-Representative Beto O’Rourke narrowly lost the midterm election to Senator Ted Cruz, adding roughly the size of Connecticut’s entire voter roll to the books. The bulk of those new voters originate from some of Texas’s most liberal territories, including the areas surrounding Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin, reported the San Antonio Express-News.And while that may not translate to...
New Basketball & Food Entertainment Concept Coming To Texas
Some Are Already Calling It "TopGolf For Basketball Fanatics" And They're Opening Their First Location In Texas. These days, you have to really impress folks to get them to come out to clubs or just any venue outside of what's near their homes. So a lot of new business are giving folks brand new options to enjoy some "physical" entertainment while having a drink or two.
Follow These Easy Tips To Make That Pumpkin Last Longer
The calendar says fall is here, but the summer-like temperatures still have a grip on East Texas. Over time though things will cool off and we'll be breaking out the light jackets and sweatshirts as temperatures cool and the leaves on the trees begin to change color. Beautiful hues of yellow, orange, and red will replace the green leaves which will soon fall off in the fall breeze.
These Are The Top 25 Healthiest Places To Live In Texas
Are you on a fitness journey? Some cities in Texas are better suited for people with an active lifestyle than others. You might find the perfect place to hang your headphones and kick off your tennis shoes in one of the top 25 healthiest places to live in the Lone Star State. Check them out!
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