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Summer in Texas means you better have a pool (or lake) nearby or you just might not survive the brutal heat we're accustomed to. Whether you take a dip to cool off or merely for exercise, you need to visit Balmorhea State Park (close to Big Bend) to check out the Largest Swimming Pool in Texas. It's also the largest freshwater pool in the United States and the world's largest spring-fed swimming pool.

The 4th of July weekend was filled with millions of Americans celebrating our country's independence, but it was also one of heartbreak due to more shootings. Well, the Dallas Cowboys are now in a little hot water on Twitter due to a tweet that many are considering "tone deaf" following the weekend of shootings.

Reposted from an article in 2021 to remind Texans to be extra careful on Texas beaches. You've heard of the movie, 'Snakes On A Plane' but thanks to the sunny spring weather and the life cycle of rattlesnakes, we have ' Snakes On A Beach" to watch ( out for) too.

Its hot. That's why a nice bowl of ice cream is always in order to help cool us down. The thing about that heat is that ice cream won't last very long before it turns into an ice cream soup. Well, to no one's surprise, Blue Bell is here to help. They have a line of pint size koozies to help keep that ice cream in a solid state just a little bit longer.

For a guy whose aim is not that good and tired of a mess around the toilet, what is the thought of adding a urinal to the bathroom at home?. I think it would be a great idea, now I am not wanting to get rid of the toilet because not all visits to the bathroom are to do #1, but just add the urinal to the bathroom next to the toilet.

This falls directly in the "why didn't I think of that" category. Blue Bell Ice Cream has come out with the most Texan accessory ever. If people don't live in Texas they don't really understand the need for koozies on drinks. It's super hot here, and we need something to keep our drinks from becoming immediately warm.

It isn't often that you think about the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The facts are pretty much settled. We know the story and how it ends...or at least we think we do. There's a place in northwest Oklahoma that wants you to rethink what you think you know. According to...

First, the good news: Over $301 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits will be provided for the month of July in Texas, helping around 1.4 million households, according to the Texas Governor's website. The not so good news: an increase in applications and a shortage in...

The State of Texas recently announced new funding intended to help school systems after the tragedy in Uvalde. The amount, $105.5 Million, is set to expand multiple services in the school systems, including mental health resources and silent alarms. Among the items listed in the funding is one straight out...

With charges still pending for the alleged shooter in the latest shooting outside of Chicago on July 4th, the Dallas Cowboys are coming under fire for partnering with a pro-gun coffee company. According to The Sporting News, Tuesday morning was when the Cowboys revealed their partnership with Salt Lake City-based...

Waterfalls in Texas? Yes, why not! It's not the first thing you think of when thinking of TEXAS, but that's why it's even better when you find them. When's the last time you saw a waterfall in Texas? A waterfall in Texas definitely stands out. So, where are the waterfalls and which ones are closest to us here in West Texas? Check them out and don't go chasing waterfalls, unless they are in Texas! ! LOL.

HomeAdvisor surveyed over 2,200 Americans to try and find out what house styles they preferred. Through that survey, they discovered a variety of opinions on house styles and found that there are different preferences when looking from state to state. The most popular house styles in the United States are...

If you have noticed some activity going on at the corner of Ohio and Colorado in downtown Midland here is what is going on. According to the Midland Reporter-Telegram, a new lounge is planned for the downtown area located at 319 N. Colorado St. The lounge will be called "Brass...

As the Orioles have officially won the series this week against the Texas Rangers. Let's take a look back at the history of these two teams. As many of you know, I grew up in Baltimore, Maryland. When I was a kid, my city only had one professional sports team. The Baltimore Orioles and those 90's teams were STACKED. I have so many fond memories of going to Camden Yards and watching the Birds. As a kid with no football team in Maryland (remember Ravens didn't come til 1996 and the Colts left in 1984) I needed someone to root for.

A few months back, maybe even this time last year I wrote an article wondering and also making suggestions as to what the old Steinmart building in Midland off of the loop and Midkiff could be? View that article here. Despite my best efforts to manifest a Nordstrom Rack for myself or a Five Below for my kids, we now have an answer as to 'what is going in the old Steinmart in Midland?'

While the weather can pretty unpredictable here in Texas, you can guarantee it’s going to be brutally hot come summer. And even though it gets hot as hell during the summer, not every part of the state has to deal with high humidity. If you’ve ever spent any time...

If you've been searching for a cool place to take your family on a weekend getaway this summer, there's an awesome Airbnb only 256 miles away from Lubbock that might strike your interest. The house is a little bit different from the typical vacation rentals you see online, as it's...

You still have time to get your tickets for Parker McCollum this Saturday night at The Hacienda. Parker has been selling out venues all over the country and I am sure this one won't be any different. Get your tickets HERE!. The LimeStone Kid, now known as your ACM New...

We love our furry, little friends. Many of my family and friends have pets, specifically dogs and I'm proud to say that most are shelter dogs that we adopted. These days there are so many precious dogs waiting to be adopted, you would be crazy not to. Some of the cutest and most loving animals are looking for their 'furr-ever' homes.

We all love Pizza, right? Well, there's Pizza, then there's Brick Oven Pizza. Does a pizza made in a Brick Oven just hit different? Is the crust different than a conventional oven? There are fans of regular Oven Baked and then there are fans of Wood Fire Brick Oven cooked pizza. I for one love both, but yes Brick Oven is awesome! The Brick Oven technique goes way back! I have fallen in love with Wood Fire Brick Oven Pizzas. Check out these places that serve pizza cooked by Wood Fire or Brick Oven. And, if you know of some other places that do Wood Fire Brick Oven, tell us in our comments below so we can add them to the list. Are these some of the best here in Midland Odessa?