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Sip Craft Beer Next to Lions and Tigers at This Texas Zoo Event!
Calling all craft beer enthusiasts! The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is bringing back their Brew at the Zoo event for adults to enjoy the sights and sounds of the El Paso Zoo at night!. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 14, because from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.,...
Mexican Convenience Store Giant, OXXO, Is Coming To TX and NM
First El Paso, Texas got rid of 7-Eleven corner stores and turned them into DKs and now they’re getting rid of those too! *Gasps in Spanish*. According to media reports, the popular Mexican convenience store brand OXXO is about to make a splash in the United States and is set to take over DK locations across Texas and New Mexico.
A Small Texas Town’s Massive Counterfeit Operation Now Busted
In Texas everything is big, unfortunately, this also extends to one tiny town's counterfeit operation. You might not be able to find Kempner on a map, but until recently it was home to a massive counterfeit operation. Kempner is located in Central Texas, right outside of Killeen. At first, the...
Where Do Texas Inmates Get Buried When They Die In Prison?
When a Texas inmate dies while still incarcerated, two things can happen to their remains. The first is that a family member retrieves the body, and then either buries or cremates their loved ones per their preference or religious beliefs. But what if no one comes to get the inmate's...
Energy Saving Tips for Texas Triple Digit Temperatures
Triple digits are forecasted this week and Texas residents are looking for ways to stay cool while saving money. As one of Texas’ largest electricity providers, Reliant is sharing helpful tips to make sure Lubbockites feel informed on how to stay safe and energy efficient during the summer heat.
Texas Middle School Bans All-Black Clothing Citing Depression
Here's the latest from the Texas school system. A middle school in El Paso has banned it's students from wearing all black clothing citing depression, metal health issues, and criminal behavior. Really? Why not ban ducks because they cause speeding? No, that does not make sense, neither of the things you just read do. Then again, maybe the 4th ranked middle school in El Paso, and #963rd ranked middle school in Texas is full of secret geniuses that know something we don't know.
Finalists Announced – Who Will Win The 2024 Big Tex Choice Awards?
We are down to the final 10, for those that keep a watch on the finest new fair food in the world, take a look here at the best of the best for 2024. Who will win the coveted Big Tex Choice Awards at the 2024 State Fair of Texas?
Las Cruces Voting on Issues Targeting Homeless
Las Cruces City Council is voting today on two measures that could impact homeless people in the city. The first deals with HOW someone can panhandle in the city. The other measure is all about shopping carts. One of the ordinances, if approved, would limit how people can panhandle. The...
Texas Cops Rescued a Cat With a Jar Stuck on Its Head [VIDEO]
Cats are very interesting creatures to me. As a proud 'dog guy' and owner of a Great Dane AND a black Lab, I'm living proof of that. But, I ALSO have not one, not two, but THREE barn cats that I also love very much. Princess Consuela Bananahammock, Hairy Larry and Bruce Lee. And, I'm pretty sure only one of the above mentioned cats actually likes me.
Craft Beer Focused Eatery Files Bankruptcy- Will Texas Lose Its 5 Locations?
World of Beer, which has five locations in Texas (Fort Worth, Lubbock, The Colony, Katy, and Cypress) has filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. It follows other chains like Buca di Beppo and Red Lobster in what has been a challenging economic year for restaurants. World of Beer is a casual-style...
Lubbock Named One of the Most Pet-Friendly Cities—Here’s Why
I'm probably just as surprised as you are at this one. Let's start with the fact that Lubbock wasn't ranked that high in "pet friendliness", it just did loads better than expected. In fact, of the three main metrics we did really well, but one metric drug us down. This is another Wallethub survey and it's heavy on the research so prepare for us to unpack this.
Bowie County Dive Team Fundraiser for 2024 – Is October 12
Your Bowie County Dive Team has once again put together a fantastic opportunity for you to win some amazing prizes while supporting the dive team and making sure they have everything they need to operate safely and efficiently. Who's ready to win some cool stuff?. The Great Gun Raffle for...
Did You Know El Paso Has An Official Swingers Club?
Lots of folks choose to avoid monogamous relationships and, here in El Paso, they have their own private club. Some people prefer "one on one" relationships, some like "open" relationships and others prefer the "friends with benefits" approach to their personal relationships. Others want the best of both worlds ......
One of Texarkana’s Favorite Restaurants Opening Downtown
Have you heard the great news? One of Texarkana's favorite Italian restaurants is opening in historic downtown this week. Joe's Italian Bistro will be opening soon right around the corner from the Rabbit Hole its former location directly across the street from the U.S. Post Office. The new downtown location at 115 East 5th Street will be operated by its original owner, Ricky Karaliu.
How To Stop These Sneaky Worms From Destroying Your Texas Lawn
These little things are something that farmers and anyone with a lawn despise: they are armyworms. And it's almost peak armyworm time in The Lone Star State. Once summer winds down and fall returns, armyworms will be thriving. Small brown lawn patches are one of the first telltale signs of an armyworm infestation.
Blockbuster Southern Soul Day Party Set For Labor Day Monday In Tyler
Get Ready For East Texas' LAST Summer Dance On The Ranch!. The summer is drawing to a close and we've had an incredible one here in East Texas with big concerts and shows. As we get ready to transition into the fall, we have details about one more big summer party that's going down in Tyler.
Jump Right On In The Crystal Clear Lakes Of Texas
Texas is home to nearly 200 major lakes and reservoirs supporting a multitude of fish and wildlife while providing sporting and recreation opportunities for Texas residents. If you were to include all the small lakes that dot the Texas landscape that number would jump into the thousands, but I guess it all depends upon your definition of how big a lake must be.
7 Things You Better Hope Aren’t in Your Car if You Get Pulled Over in Texas
Nothing chills you to the bone like suddenly seeing those red and blues in your rearview mirror while driving down a Texas highway. This is especially true if you've got something in your car that police find less-than-desirable. If you've never experienced that sort of fear, it's butt-puckering and heart-dropping, and you were probably a MUCH better-behaved teenager than I was...
Did Flava Flav Save This Restaurant From Closing In Amarillo, Texas
This year has been rough on businesses across the country. We have seen several national chains announce closings, and some of them have even affected Amarillo. One of those companies was Red Lobster. Earlier this year, they announced that several of their stores would be closing across the country. The fate of our Red Lobster has been questioned ever since.
Largest Jesus Statue in Arkansas and Fourth Largest Worldwide
Did you know that the largest Jesus statue in Arkansas is the largest in the United States and the fourth largest in the World?. The Christ of the Ozarks statue in Eureka Springs is seven stories tall and it requires 340 tons of concrete intertwined with steel and welded to anchor it down on Magnetic Mountain. Due to its location, the massive sculpture was challenging because every inch was built by hand with a 65-foot wingspan reaching an altitude of 1,500 feet.
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