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Experience Lubbock’s Final 8:30 Sunset – Mark Your Calendar!
The days are growing shorter and hopefully we'll get some relief soon. I promise you, in the future it will say we were still in some kind of post-pandemic mode in August of 2024. Every little trespass against us seems to be magnified. Even simple things like the weather seem to be much more of a burden than they used to be. Our current heat-wave feels like a never ending slog. I'm sure it won't be too long before we're complaining about the cold, but we are certainly nowhere near there yet.
Here’s What It Will Take To Put On The Greatest Music Festival Lubbock Has Ever Seen
Organizers of a potential music festival for 2025 came out of the gates with a pretty big promise. The promise is for, "The Greatest Music Festival Lubbock Has Ever Seen". Alright, I'll buy in! Let me first say that the promoters involved certainly involved have the ability to make it happen (cash + industry contacts). So now that we agree it can be done, let's look at some of the things that need to happen.
Great Ways El Pasoans Can Celebrate National CBD Day
Since Texas is still being pretty lame about legalizing marijuana, here are a few fun, legal, places to celebrate National Cannabis Day in El Paso. Cannabis has been found to help with health and wellness a ZILLION different ways which paved the way for recreational marijuana to be legalized in 24 states. (25 if you count Washington, DC.)
Scary Texas Woman Attacks Man With Hammer After Breakup
A domestic dispute turned horrifically violent when a woman snatched a hammer and rushed to attack her husband. Amber Marie Perez, 33, was taken into custody following an alarming call to 911, where a distressed man reported his wife threatening him with a hammer. According to the Odessa Police Department,...
Cyber Truck’s First-Known Fatal Crash Has Now Happened in Texas
Now Texas-based Tesla has an amazing track record when it comes to crashes and accidents. Many of its vehicles are known as safety leaders in their respective categories, which is why a story like this is news. A Baytown area Texas man was killed early Monday morning in what is...
End Of Summer! Shorter Days Are Officially Here In Amarillo, Texas
Almost all of the City pools are closed in Amarillo, Texas. Labor Day is just around the corner. Kids are going back to school, and we're already dreading drop-off and pick-up. Summer is almost over, and if you have any doubts just take a look at our sunrise and sunset.
Texarkana’s Live Music Scene is HOT for August 8-10
The second weekend of August brings us another Downtown Live event, be sure you check out some of the live acts around town Friday night. So, let's see who is playing where this weekend with Texarkana's Live Music Scene. Downtown Live - This Friday Night:. Shops stay open longer, street...
CHAOS: Hazmat Leak Reported At Texas Water Park Grand Opening
A Brand New Waterpark And Hotel Resort Had Its Grand Opening Turned Into A Chaotic Scene After A Chemical Leak Sent Workers To The Hospital. We told you a few backs about the grand opening of Great Wolf Lodge's second Texas location in Webster, TX just outside of Houston. At...
Believe It Or Not, Texas Had A Ranch Full Of Japanese Snow Monkeys
Texas is home to an insane amount of wildlife. If you love animals, you're in the right place. We have it all from many varieties of fish to African warthogs that call Texas home, and not in a zoo. Recently, I started hearing stories about monkeys in south Texas, and how foolish I was to think it couldn't happen.
If Texas Kids Miss This Much School, Mom & Dad Are In Big Trouble
School just started for most Texas young 'uns and, right out of the gate, some already missed a day or two. Know how many days they can miss before the cops show up?. It's "back to school" season in Texas and not only has the countdown to the next extended break started, so have the daily head counts. Attendance is a matter that Texas takes pretty seriously for any kid between 6 and 19.
Farmers Bank & Trust Donates $10K to Support UAHT Youth Programs
Farmers Bank & Trust has generously donated $10,000 to support youth programs at the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT). This contribution, given to the UAHT Foundation, secures Farmers Bank & Trust as the presenting sponsor of the upcoming "Casino Night," hosted by the "Women of UAHT." Casino Night will raise...
Texas Water Park Employees Hospitalized After Pool Chemical Snafu
16 contractors and employees of the Great Wolf Lodge in Webster, Texas, were sent to the hospital Wednesday morning to be closely monitored by healthcare workers after improperly mixed pool chemicals caused chemical reactions. Officials in Webster released a statement explaining a third-party contractor at the new water park didn't...
Texas Juvenile Detention Centers Exposed: Justice Department Reveals Widespread Abuse
"A pattern of abuse, deprivation of essential services and disability-related discrimination" has been identified in Texas juvenile detention centers. The DOJ recently announced their findings in a press release with regard to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department's (TJJD) violation of constitutional rights of children within the system. The full investigation...
Farmers’ Almanac 2024 Fall Predictions for Texas and Arkansas
Are you sick and tired of the heat this summer? You and me both, I am so over summer and ready for fall to arrive. September 22, marks the first day of the autumn, football, pumpkin spice, and cooler weather but hold on because according to the Farmer's Almanac fall predictions Texans can expect warmer-than-average temperatures this year.
Who Really Owns Texas? Here’s The Top 10 Landowners in The State
When you see how much land the top ten landowners in the state possess, your family's prized cattle farm will feel like a drop in the bucket. It's wild. It got me thinking about what I own, which is...uh...nothing. I don't even own a welcome mat. *sigh*. I may not...
You Have To See This Custom Built Farm House For Sale Just Outside of Lubbock on 10 Acres of Land
Are you ready to ditch the city life, but don't want to be too far away from Lubbock? If so, this home in Shallowater might be perfect for you. This custom built farmhouse in Shallowater was built in 2020 and is now for sale at a reduced price. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is already a great size at 2,889 square feet, but if you feel like you need to add on, you will have plenty of room to add on to.
‘Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert’ at Buddy Holly Hall
LUBBOCK, TX ― The American Theatre Guild, with Nickelodeon, GEA Live and Senbla, is thrilled to present an unparalleled musical odyssey, AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER IN CONCERT. This production will take the stage at The Buddy Holly Hall on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase at BuddyHollyHall.com or by calling 806-792-8339.
Mysterious Prehistoric Predator Resurfaces Near Texas Beach, Raging Debate Ensues
Beachgoers in Texas were certainly less than thrilled to see this unexpected sighting of a feared prehistoric apex predator bobbing up and down among the waves. An alligator (or crocodile?) was spotted in the water, just yards from the shore of Galveston beach. And of course, in true 2024 fashion, everyone's first response is to take to social media.
Another Lubbock-Area Business Closes Its Doors
It's been a rough year for small business owners. Actually, it's been a rough few years for small business owners in Lubbock and throughout the United States. Rising inflation, wages, lack of employees, and shopping online have all contributed to an atmosphere that isn't always positive for small businesses. The...
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