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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.
Lost Hair & Lost Pride: Rowdy Girl Fight Breaks Out on 6th in Austin
You have love a good night out in Austin, Texas. There are some great bars, great people, and great times to be had, but even the best night can go south in the blink of an eye. It seems like no night out in Austin is complete without some sort...
Jimmy Dean Festival Is Back & Headlined By Grammy Award Winner, Little Texas
The Jimmy Dean Music Festival is back for a fourth year, with a revised format and new venue. Originally organized by Wayland Baptist University to highlight its Jimmy Dean Museum, the annual event celebrating Plainview’s hometown hero has moved to more of a community-led event, with leadership from the Plainview Lions Club.
Texas Death Row: Brothers Executed Weeks Apart For Brutal Roadside Beating
To call the night frustrating would be a huge understatement. It had been an infuriating night. And it was a night that led to unspeakable and senseless violence. On December 11, 1978 brothers Curtis Harris (17) and Danny Harris (18) were traveling with a friend James Manuel, and Curtis' girlfriend Valerie Rencher (16) to visit a friend in Bryan, Texas, only to discover she was not home.
President Joe Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19
This is a developing story. President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, the White House announced in a press release on Wednesday. Biden experienced respiratory symptoms that included a runny nose, a cough and fatigue, according to the statement. He was tested in Las Vegas following his first scheduled event for the day.
It’s National Hot Dog Day, Please Celebrate Responsibly
It's National Hot Dog Day, and it's important that you not demean these glorious tube-steaks in any way. I'm not big on the kid's slang these days. I'm still not 100% sure how to say "No Cap" without sounding like a complete moron. I DO very much appreciated the name "hot dog" got upgraded to "Glizzy" in the popular vernacular. It's a past due honor for humble hot dogs to sound a little special.
Texas Named The State With The Absolute Worst Quality Of Life In The U.S.
It's hard to believe that Texas did so poorly on this survey. I wake up here everyday and it's not-so-bad here. Of course there are some things I'd change if I could, but overall Texas seems like a pretty decent place to live and work. A CNBC sub-survey says very differently.
Masked Rider and a Dog Named ‘Pig': Oldest University Mascots In Texas
Texas has many universities throughout the state with infamous mascots known worldwide, but few can boast mascots 100 years or older. Steeped in tradition and brimming with school pride, these are some of the oldest university mascots in Texas. Texas A&M. The name 'Reveille' has been passed from canine to...
Can You Own a Bald Eagle In Texas?
The "is it legal" question you didn't know you wanted to know. Is it really legal to have America's mascot as a pet in the most patriotic state? Well, let me spoil it: no, it is not legal to own a Bald Eagle anywhere in America. But, there's more to it; let me explain.
The State with the Biggest Sweet Tooth Is…
Everyone knows they should cut back on sugar a bit. And everyone plans to start doing that tomorrow...or the next day...or, you know, maybe after the summer... The American Heart Association recommends a limit of NINE added teaspoons of sugar for men, and just six for women and EVERYONE is blowing past that.
Texas Murderer Spared From Execution Over DNA Testing Concerns
Ruben Gutierrez was spared being executed less than an hour before it was scheduled to take place, leaving the victim's family devastated. Gutierrez was set to be put to death just after 6 pm on Tuesday, July 16th, 2024, but it looks like things have changed. His arguments regarding DNA testing in a lower court ruling led to an order to halt the execution by the high court.
Summer Splash-Sausage Wraps Tonight!
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!. While we were enjoying dinner on Monday night at the Summer Splash campsite, my neighbor Gwen White walked up to me and said she wanted to pitch in a pay for a night in honor of late Townsquare Media salesman Bob Shattuck.
Hilarious Video: Cyclist Fleeing Houston Police Goes Mega-Viral
Well, folks, here's something you don't see every day... A video of a man fleeing Houston police on a bike, driving against traffic flow, and cutting between cars, went viral on Facebook. The original post, uploaded 7 days ago, has already been viewed 5 million times. Holy moly. Since this...
What Ever Happened To Don Pablo’s? A Lubbock Original
Growing up our family would typically go out to each on Friday and Saturday nights unless a school event got in the way. My parents, even to this day, seemed to have a rotation of restaurants that they really enjoyed that we would go to. For, at least a couple of years, an old Mexican food restaurant called Don Pablo's was one of those restaurants.
Is It Legal In Texas To Exit The Highway By Driving Through Grass?
We have all been there. Traffic is backing up on a major highway and the exit is a mile or two away. Suddenly a vehicle or two decides to go off road and drive through the grass to the access road. As many times as I have traveled I-20 to...
Unique & Different Tea & Coffee Shop To Open In Lubbock
Hold your horses for this one, these drinks look amazing and are coming to Lubbock!. 1102 Bubble Tea & Coffee just announced they are opening a location in Lubbock and if you like drinks this is going to be a very unique place for us. They are a traditional bubble...
Inexpensive Lubbock Wedding Venues for Brides on a Budget
If you are a bride on a budget, it can be rather difficult to find a wedding venue nowadays. The average bride in Texas spends around $30,000 on their wedding, which is a hefty price for most of us. If that number scares you off and makes you want to elope, you are not alone. Thankfully, when you live in a smaller city like Lubbock, Texas, there are some great venue options that won’t break the bank.
Important Things People Need to Learn When Moving to Texas
Many people are choosing to move to Texas for a variety of reasons. From jobs to housing prices, there can be a lot of variety when it comes to who is moving to Texas and why they come here. I will say that I am not originally from the Lone...
Why Do We Have To Give Up Our Previous Driver’s License In Texas?
If you are new to Texas, you may have already discovered that to get a Texas Driver's License, you'll have to surrender the license you held in another state. And if you've lived here long enough, you also had to hand over your expired Texas ID to get a new one.
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