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Photogs, Witches, and Astrologers Unite: Buck Moon this Weekend
This weekend is a special one for those that love the moon, because we will have a ‘buck moon’ reaching peak illumination on Sunday morning. The full moon in July has been given the special name of ‘buck moon’ for a rather self-explanatory reason. The Old Farmer’s Almanac states that Native American tribes began calling the July full moon the ‘buck moon’ due to that being the time when male deer, aka ‘bucks’, grow their new antlers.
Halfway To Rude: Texas Tanks In Most Polite States Survey
My truck driving father-in-law had this to say about people from the north and east, "They wake up every day and act like they stubbed their toe". It's a weird analogy, but somehow it works. Let's also say as far as the region goes, he's not that far off base, but there are rude states all around the U.S.
Summer Splash-Andres’s Backyard Orchestra and Pyrosapiens!
Join us at Buffalo Springs Lake for NINE straight days of food, fun, refreshments, fishing and camping during the 'Summer Splash' July 11th through the 20th!. Tonight at Texas Twister at the Marina it's Andres's Backyard Orchestra with a special performance by Pyrosapiens!. Remember to enter to win a $50...
DINING DEALS! Your Resource For Unbelievable Deals For Lubbock’s Local Businesses!
Good. Because we've got all the special deals for all the special local businesses in Lubbock that you won't want to miss. Each week, we bring YOU an opportunity to experience the best that Lubbock can offer at just a fraction of the price. Each week, we bring YOU a different business, so you'll have to move quick or miss out.
FCC Proposal Offers Freedom of Choice with Your Mobile Service Provider
The FCC has just announced that they are proposing a 60-day unlocking requirement for all mobile service providers. Customers purchasing new cell phones would have 60 days to change their service provider before being locked. What does it mean if my phone is "locked" by a provider?. If your phone...
Lubbock Last-Minute Plans: Battle of The Bands, Shopping, & More
As the weekend arrives and Lubbock decompresses from the work week, we all want to find some way to unwind. Whether you like to relax at home, get together with friends, or spend quality time with your family, the weekend is always a great time to hang out and do what you enjoy.
Hall Pass Cash: Get Ready for a New School Year With Your Chance to Win a $500 Prepaid Visa Gift Card
Back-to-school shopping may be fun but it's not cheap! We're giving you a chance to get your budget out of detention with those much-needed back-to-school funds. You could score a $500 prepaid Visa Gift Card. That's enough to buy:. 4,411 no. 2 pencils. 29 Trapper Keepers. 250 3-subject spiral notebooks.
South Plains: When Do Lubbock Area Schools Go Back To School?
Can you believe summer is over and it is almost time to go back to school?. A lot of schools around the area kick off back to school at different times. Here is a look at when the schools go back to school and what you need to know for this next year.
Texas Taco Shop Voted #2 Best Fast Casual Restaurant
Torchy’s Tacos has officially been voted the #2 Best Fast Casual Restaurant in USA Today's 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Annually, travel experts appointed by USA Today nominate the top 20 contenders across categories including food, lodging, and travel destinations. The public then votes to determine the 10 best, making this accolade particularly significant for the team at Torchy’s Tacos.
Convenient Products to Help Beat the Texas Heat
Texas summers are no joke when it comes to the heat. It can be almost unbearable to be outside for extended periods of time, so most of us end up hiding away in the air conditioning until fall finally arrives. As someone who can’t stand getting hot but loves spending...
Look Out: Texas Police Offer Huge Reward For H-E-B Fraudster
Police in New Braunfels, Texas are searching for a woman who has allegedly committed multiple fraudulent credit/ debit card purchases. Luckily, the H-E-B Plus! grocery store located on FM 306 in New Braunfels captured clear, color images of the woman, including a distinctive cross tattoo on the back of her neck.
California Gives Texas Some Competition When It Comes To Tumbleweeds
Prepare yourself for "The Mother Of All Tumbleweeds". I was trying the research the biggest tumbleweed ever recorded in Texas and I came up somewhat dry. We certainly have many tumbleweeds, and some real monsters. What I did find out is the largest tumbleweed every recorded was 38 feet in diameter, but I can't find out where it was located or any backstory at all. I would also like to add that if you're reading this saying, "I've seen bigger", I absolutely believe you.
The Top 50 Safest Cities to Live in Texas
Whether you are moving to Texas for the first time, or you are looking for a good area to move to and raise a family, it is important to consider the safety of the area you are moving to. Texas is a very large state with many great places to...
Texas’ Dan Patrick Creates Committee on Hurricane Preparedness in Wake of Beryl
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has announced that he will be forming the Senate Special Committee on Hurricane and Tropical Storm Preparedness, Recovery, and Electricity. Quite the mouthful, but there are multiple reasons for the creation of this committee. On Wednesday, the Office of the Lieutenant Governor officially made the...
Summer Splash-HD Weaver Shrimp Boil!
Join us at Buffalo Springs Lake for NINE straight days of food, fun, refreshments, fishing and camping during the 'Summer Splash' July 11th through the 20th!. Tonight, HD Weaver Ditching brings you a HUGE shrimp boil with all the fixins'!. We'll have live music from the great Darren Welch too!
Babies R Us To Reopen Inside Some Kohl’s Stores In Texas
Is Babies R Us set to make a come back? With the help of another store, it's very possible. In 2018, Babies R Us along with Toys R Us closed all remaining locations throughout the United States. Now Babies R Us is attempting a comeback, but not through individual stores. Instead, Babies R Us will be opening inside select Kohl's Department Store locations.
Cooler Temperatures Are On Their Way To Texas, For a Short Time
No, it's not time to break out the jackets and extra blankets, but a rare summer cold (or maybe cool) front is sweeping across Texas and that means cooler temperatures the rest of the week and even cooler temperatures this weekend. So what does that mean for different areas of...
You Won’t Believe These Massive Hammerhead Sharks In Texas
Texas angler Rodrigo Rodriguez caught his largest shark yet after reeling in a massive hammerhead shark while fishing in Port Aransas in June. Rodriguez, a Houston resident, said the shark measured over 13 feet long. Rodriguez said he has caught a couple of other big sharks that are closer to...
These Are Some of the Exotic Animals You Can Own in Texas
As an animal loving Texas resident, you are bound to have at least one pet. Most of us have a dog or cat, maybe even a fish, lizard, bird, or rabbit, but have you ever wanted to keep a pet with a little more pizazz?. Some people aren’t satisfied with...
Local Lubbock Craft Store Makes Painful Decision To Close, Cites Economy
After pouring seven years of dedication (and retirement savings) into their craft supply store, R&M Vinyl is calling it quits in Lubbock. R&M Vinyl specializes in vinyl made for arts and crafts and taught classes in the medium. Vinyl can be used on T-shirts, stickers and decals, signage, and more.
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