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Texas Now Has Ammo Vending Machines
We know there are a lot of different kinds of vending machines out there but this one really shocked me. A company has installed computerized vending machines to sell ammunition in grocery stores in Alabama, Oklahoma and Texas, allowing patrons to pick up bullets along with a gallon of milk.
Delta Is Legal, So Why Are Texas Companies Still Testing For Weed?
While cannabis remains illegal in Texas, "diet weed" is plentiful, easy to access and legal. Delta products available in smoke shops come in a variety of forms including smokable plants that strikingly resemble "real" weed, vapor products, waxes, resins, and edibles like candy bars, gummies, and even chips. And even...
Will Shaq Be At Big Chicken’s Opening Week In Lubbock?
Shaquille O’Neal is known for a lot of different things: basketball, rapping, acting, and now owning a fried chicken chain restaurant. Back in April 2022, I told y'all he was opening this store called Big Chicken. He was set to open 50 stores in the Lone Star state. I know a lot of people that tried it and said it is really good.
Not Just Chips and Soda: Unique DFW Airport Vending Machines
If you live in Texas and often take flights to other parts of the country, then you are likely familiar with the DFW airport. It is a major hub that you either fly directly out of, or you connect through there from a smaller Texas airport. It is a rather...
Texas Takes Top 5 In Olympic Gold Medal Wins
Get ready sports fans, we're about to look at the state of Lone Star State sports!. The Olympics are on the way. The 2024 games take place in Paris this month from the 26th of July to August 11th. The Olympics will no doubt provide a major distraction and more than a few storylines that will be fun to follow. NBC and Telemundo will do the bulk of the over-the-air broadcasting, while Peacock will provide coverage of every event. This should mean crazy amounts of content for you to take in.
Millions Of Texans Without Power And Where Is The Governor?
Hurricane Beryl hit the Texas coast hard. The hurricane hit the Texas coast knocking out power for about two-million people (1.3 million are still without power this morning). Standing water was ten inches deep in some areas. The destructive damage of the hurricane level winds and flood waters are well past any threshold deemed a "natural disaster" yet the Governor is not in Texas. Instead, the Governor is on a privately funded trip to Taiwan and elsewhere.
Lubbock Citizens Are Getting Scammed, Law Enforcement Now Speaking Out
Lubbock Citizens are being warned not to become victims of scams that are currently going around targeting citizens. The warnings are for two different scams and they have both the Lubbock Police Department and the Lubbock County Sheriff's Department out warning people. According to KAMC, the Lubbock Police Department is...
How Whataburger App Became Texas Power Outage Tracker
Benjamin Franklin was credited for discovering electricity in 1752 with his famous kite experiment. And now only 272 years later, if your power is out, and you want answers, all you have to do is open your Whataburger app. I'm not sure Ben would've seen that coming. Here's the backstory:...
Is it Legal to Park in Front of Someone Else’s House In Texas?
Let's face it, you've gone over to a friends house or get-together and their driveway is filled by the time you get there. You do the slow, creepy drive-by as you survey where you can park nearby that won't get you in trouble. Well, the next time this happens, just...
Hurricane Rainfall Brings More Horseflies to Texas
Buckle up, Texas, because we are about to move on to the second plague following Hurricane Beryl. That's right. HORSEFLIES. If you, somehow, are unfamiliar with these bundles of joy, horseflies are not your average fly. What are horseflies?. horseflies are much bigger than common flies, growing up to an...
Brand New IHOP Location Coming To Lubbock, TX
IHOP is adding a third location to the Southwest side of Lubbock near Covenant Park. Get excited! Now you'll have even more options for places to stuff your face with pancakes at 3 am. Construction on the new location began in June, and there is no word yet on how long it will take, but I think it's safe to say, everyone in town is going to be pretty stoked.
Will More Hurricanes Hit Texas This Year?
An active Hurricane season may get even more active and Texas isn't out of the woods when it comes to storms this season. If predictions are correct, this year's Hurricane season is about to get even more active and that means Texas and the Gulf Coast could see more storms.
‘We Outside’ Giant Adults Only Pool Party Will Be Held In Lubbock
You don't have to fly to Vegas for a 21-and-up mega pool party this summer. What happens in Lubbock... will probably be talked about forever, but if they are talking about you, that means you're famous. The adults-only "We Outside" pool party will be held at Texas Water Rampage (6602...
Cash Or Card: Major Retailer In Texas No Longer Accepting Personal Checks
If you live in Texas, there's a decent chance you live near and shop at Target. Texas has 168 locations of the retailer, second only to California in store locations. There are 1897 Targets nationwide. What's Changing With Target?. Beginning July 15, 2024, Target will no longer accept personal checks...
Fun Gadgets to Keep Your Dog Entertained During Texas Summers
Texas summers are always so much fun for the whole family. Kids love to eat popsicles after a day in the sun, adults love lounging by the pool with a good drink, and even our pets enjoy the warm weather with some sunbathing. The only problem in Texas is that...
These Might Be The Coolest Drinks In Lubbock: Flight On
Now just by the picture above these flights are calling my name. The Escondido Grill just announced their new flight options for people to come out to try and they are everything I wanted or needed. I mean the skull glasses are calling my name. This restaurant has awesome drinks,...
Where Did Lubbock And Other Texas Cities Rank As The Best BBQ Spots In The U.S.?
People around these parts love barbeque, but how does it rate?. There are any number of great barbeque spots around the Hub City (and nearby). There are also any number of great locals who put some mouthwatering smoke up in the air every weekend. I believe we're mostly brisket people, though some ribs, sausage, chicken, and a few other items occasionally make their way to the plates. With all of these people professional and armature getting their reps in, it's no wonder we actually did well as one of the best barbeque spots in America.
Blue Bell Ice Cream to Bring Back Two Popular Discontinued Flavors Next Year
Blue Bell Ice Cream is listening to its fans and they have decided to bring back two popular flavors that have actually been discontinued. Blue Bell recently held an event called the Great Scoop Revival Tournament where fans were able to vote on which Blue Bell Ice Cream flavor that had been discontinued would be brought back. The big winner? Groom's Cake.
Where Can You Throw Away Tree Limbs and Large Furniture In Lubbock, TX?
We've all been there. You just moved in to a new home and now have to decide what to do with your old recliner that has been in your family since the mid 60's, and smells somehow like it hasn't been washed in 50 years, but at the same time has a strong scent of lemon Lysol.
Don’t Miss This Fun Lubbock Dog Event This Weekend
This fun free to attend dog event is something you don't want to miss this weekend in Lubbock. Dock diving is the ultimate water sport for dogs and South Plains residents have the chance to see if their dogs can go the distance this weekend! The Heart of the Plains Kennel Club is partnering up with North American Dock Diving for their Second Annual Sniff and Splash Trial.
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