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Plot Twist: Cinergy Entertainment Puts Regal Theater Building Back on the Market in Amarillo
There is a building located on I-40 behind Salt Grass, Slim Chickens, and LongHorn Steakhouse, next to the Post Office, surrounded by multiple hotels. It is just sitting there, gathering dust. The building in question is the old Regal/UA Movie Theater. Regal officially closed the doors on the theater on...
Amarillo Restaurant Closing and Making Major Changes
The thought was that maybe Amarillo was about to slow down a bit with all of the openings and closings. I mean just for a few days. It would be nice to give us some time to try to digest everything that has come and gone in the past few months. It's been a bit of a whirlwind.
Amarillo’s Newest Grocery Store Closer to Opening
Amarillo has had the sole Market Street at 26th and Georgia since January of 2000. The one and only Market Street experience in our area. That is about to change though. News came out that a second location was coming to Hollywood and Coulter. It was supposed to open back...
Don’t Be Shocked to See More All Black American Flags in Texas
It’s widely known that people in Texas have lots of pride in their country and home state. It’s great to see so many people that love our country and are proud to fly our state flag and the American flag to show that pride. But I didn’t realize that there are other American flag being created and flown with a slightly different meaning.
Here Are the Most Popular Cartoon Characters in Texas
While it’s been years and years since I have watched, people in Texas still love cartoons. Just saying the word cartoons puts a smile on most faces, it brings us back to a time when we had very few responsibilities, just wanted to watch some funny and wholesome television. It is interesting to find out that so many people from the Lone Star State all have the same favorite cartoon characters.
Three Young Houston Girls Found Dead In Heartbreaking Fire
In the quiet hours of early Sunday morning, a devastating fire ripped through a Houston apartment, claiming the lives of three young girls and leaving their family in utter heartbreak. The tragedy unfolded around 5:45 a.m. at a condo on 8110 Albacore near Bissonnet Street, according to the Houston Fire...
Top 3 Excuses Texas Kids Will Use To Avoid Back To School
Well, Its That Time Of The Year For Kids To Head Back To The Classrooms And With That Comes The EXCUSES. For many students, the return to the classroom also means reconnecting with friends, participating in school sports, and engaging in hands-on learning experiences. The enthusiasm is especially high among younger children, who look forward to the routine and structure that school provides.
Texas Teen Accidently Killed by Step Mother in Driveway
In a tragic accident early Wednesday, a 19-year-old died after accidentally being run over by her stepmother. According to Alice Police Chief Eden Garcia, the accident occurred around 2:50 a.m. The stepmother stepped out to make a late-night trip to the store. However, after taking off, the stepmother realized that she had left her wallet at home. She then turned around and went back home.
Texas City Gets Shoutout In New Spongebob Squarepants Move
Folks In East Texas Received A Cute and Fun Surprise Shoutout While Watching The New Netflix Movie. Over the weekend, Netflix released a new movie starting everyone's favorite underwater sponge, SpongeBob SquarePants. He's back with a splash in the latest Netflix release, "SpongeBob SquarePants: Saving Bikini Bottom." This new animated...
Texas Police Arrest Chinese Nationals with Hidden Gold Bars Worth $250,000
A routine traffic stop in Van Zandt county in Texas led to two arrests and an unexpected discovery. According to a report from KETK, an officer with the Witts Point Police Department conducted a traffic stop on August 1 after observing a white Chevy Malibu commit a traffic violation on westbound 1-20.
Preparing For The 2024 Fall Semester: Tips For Kids And Parents
Lubbock's schools will open their doors for the 2024-2025 school year on August 14th. As a result, parents across the city are busy bees gathering school supplies, buying new outfits, and attempting to wrestle their children back into decent sleep schedule. Well, you're in luck! Pediatrician at the Texas Tech...
Dance the Night Away at This Lubbock Summer Dance Party
Summer is still going strong in Lubbock and there are so many fun events to enjoy before fall arrives. If you love to dance, then you have likely already gone to, or been interested in going to some local dance classes. There are a variety of options in Lubbock for partner dancing, including LHUCA’s Ballroom Dance lesson series, and Social Dance Lubbock who teach at the Lubbock Garden and Arts Center.
Unemployment Is Up In The U.S. – How Does Texas Fare?
You may have seen recent headlines about unemployment rising in the U.S.- a bad sign amid high inflation and other negative economic indicators. According to NBC, unemployment across the U.S. rose to 4.3%, the highest since October 2021. Additionally, payrolls grew more modestly than previously forecasted and wages increased by only 0.2%.
Scary or Fascinating? The 5 Most Haunted Towns Here in Texas
According to state and local legends, certain towns are generally considered the most haunted in Texas. We'll take a quick look at 5 that are mentioned most frequently. Now that we are getting into back-to-school season and at least getting a little bit closer to fall, many of us here in Longview and Tyler, Texas may already be looking forward to the 'spooky season.' Some people have already gone full-on into all things Halloween--whether that's eating an entire bag of Reese's peanut butter cups that were meant for future trick-or-treaters (me), picking out Halloween costumes, watching scary movies, or pondering parties they'll be hosting before too long.
Was This North Texas Mystery Creature Actually a Wendigo?
This creature was actually caught on film. Texas is "home" to many cryptids, or stories about them. We've covered everything from the real, but misidentified chupacabras to the East Texas Woolybooger and quite a few in between. The case we're here to discuss today is, what may be a sighting of a wendigo.
When Will The Cooler Weather Hit Lubbock And The South Plains?
We're all ready for a break from this relentless Texas heat. I hate to tell you this, but the heat is here to stay and for a long time. I already have plants in my backyard that burned up from being too exposed to the sun and constant heat. I've taken steps to save the rest, but I don't have high hopes for the next month.
16-Year-Old Texas Boy Shot in Chest Defending Stepmother During Carjacking
16-year-old William Hammond is recovering in the hospital after heroically defending his stepmother, Charlotte Tucker, during a violent carjacking in Deer Park, Texas on the evening of July 23rd. Authorities chased the carjacker 21 miles to southwest Houston before he was finally arrested in the stolen vehicle. According to Newsweek,...
Delicious & Fun Ways To Support First Friday Art Trail This Month
Lubbock's First Friday Art Trail is a remarkable monthly event that's free and fun for everyone. I remember when it was a group of artist weirdos pitching in on a keg and showing work in questionable buildings. It has grown into a polished and professional cultural event for which most Lubbockites feel immensely proud.
Major California Company Moves Headquarters to Houston
Chevron announced this morning they will be relocating their headquarters from San Ramon, California to Houston, Texas. Along for the ride, Chevron Chairman and CEO, Mike Wirth, and Vice Chairman, Mark Nelson, will be moving to Houston, too. The move will allow them to better engage and collaborate with Chevron employees, execs, and business partners.
Lubbock Last-Minute Plans: Bridgerton, Wine, & Lavender
It’s hard to believe that we have already made it to August, but Lubbock is not slowing down and has a variety of great events happening this first weekend of summer’s final stretch. If you aren’t sure what you want to do, but you know you want to...
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