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Breaking Down “Proposition A” In Amarillo Into Layman’s Terms
With all the noise out there about what you should be voting for in Amarillo, Texas, and the United States, there is also a little confusion as to what all the different measures on the ballot are. Remember, the election isn't only about appointing people to office, it's about things...
Congratulations to our Athlete of the Week Emily Streiff
Emily Streiff checks all the boxes as our athlete and scholar of the week!. This young lady not only rocks as a sharp student at St. Joseph High School as a member of National Honor Society, she has achieved her 1000th career kill in volleyball!. Emily is dedicated to school,...
Virginia Town Claims to Be the Birthplace of Dr Pepper, NOT Waco, Texas
Have us in Texas been lied to our whole lives? Is Dr Pepper actually from Virginia?!. For some reason, I discovered the small town of Rural Retreat, Virginia this week and their annual Dr Pepper Day event that happened over the weekend. I was like, that's pretty strange to have a Dr Pepper Day in this random town and not in Waco, Texas which we consider the birthplace of the popular soda. Turns out, this town believes they have the rights to the Dr Pepper invention.
Jason Aldean Voted Early, And He Hopes You Do, Too [Watch]
Jason Aldean and his wife Brittany are making a trip to the polls look glamorous. The singer's wife recently shared a "get ready with me"-style video centered around their family trip to vote early in the upcoming U.S presidential election. In a clip set to Toby Keith's "Courtesy of the...
OKC Safari Lights Successful Sensory Friendly Night Returns
When the Halloween season wraps up, things start slowing down a bit in Oklahoma. That is, unless you're really into Christmas - and the OKC Zoo definitely is. But they understand that sometimes, you just need a break from the bright lights and big crowds. That's why this year, they're bringing back a special event for those prone to sensory overload.
Watch: Crowd at SeaWorld San Antonio Splashed With Whale Poop
Attendees of SeaWorld San Antonio were in for quite the surprise recently. Hey, when you got to go, you got to go. There’s no time for shyness when it’s time for a bowel movement. I know a guy that would always say “nature calls” when he had to...
Twisted Texas Man Murders CoWorker For Taking Long Lunches
A 51-year-old man named Travis Merrill was arrested for allegedly murdering his coworker, Tamhara Collazo, at Allegiance Trucks in Lewisville, Texas. The shooting occurred when Collazo returned from her lunch break. According to police documents, Merrill had become obsessed with Collazo, particularly fixating on what he perceived as her "unauthorized long breaks," and kept detailed records of her break times.
Dangerous Fuel Leak Now Causing Massive Texas Recall
Texas is again affected by a massive recall for a popular model of vehicle that can develop dangerous fuel leaks, and therefore burst into flames at any given moment. This is the second major recall for Honda vehicles this month with the previous issue liked to potential steering issues. The...
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries Arrested for Sex Trafficking
Content warning: sexual violence. The disgraced former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries and his British partner have been arrested on charges of sex trafficking, according to BBC. Along with Jeffries and his partner Matthew Smith, a third man, Jim Jacobson, who was allegedly their "middleman" was also arrested and...
Some Say This is the Best Haunted House in Texas
Do you have the guts to visit what many people say is the best haunted house in Texas?. You don’t have to travel far to find an outstanding haunted house in the Lone Star State. It seems like there’s one on every corner. So, saying a haunted house...
Explore Oklahoma’s Nocturnal Wildlife Under the Beaver Supermoon
Oklahoma has a lot of diverse wildlife, but not all of it can be seen during the daytime. Some of Oklahoma's most fascinating wildlife are nocturnal, and can only be seen when the sun goes down. Hackberry Flat in Davidson, Oklahoma, is offering a Full Moon Walk for people to experience Oklahoma's nocturnal neighbors.
Once-Beloved Fast Food Items That No Longer Exist
The world of fast food is largely defined by the menu items that people return to year after year, decade after decade. McDonald’s Big Mac. Popeye’s Chicken Sandwich. Taco Bell’s Crunchwrap Supreme. Those are the things that keep loyalists coming back. But in an effort to lure...
You Can Now Buy a Human-Sized Dog Bed at Costco
Ever wished you could curl up in a super-soft bed with built-in pillows like your comfy pooch?. Costco is making that dream come true with a new human-sized dog bed from Plufl. A Costco video creator posted about the viral dog beds for humans on Instagram on Sunday (Oct. 20).
CVS Employees Go on Strike, Accusing Them of Underpaying + Intimidation
It's been a rough go this past year for CVS. They have been closing locations left and right and have been a part of the ongoing retail and pharmaceutical apocalypse. Now they are dealing with employees at seven of their locations going on strike. They are seeking better pay and health care, among other things.
Multiple Rides Got Stuck at Fiesta Texas This Weekend
Over the weekend, I saw many videos pop up on my social media about Fiesta, Texas. Most of them were for "Fright Fest" but a few of them show rides getting stuck this weekend. One of them is from the Iron Rattler and the other was the Texas Sky Screamer.
What is This Amazon Last Mile Delivery Coming to Wichita Falls, Texas?
Big announcement yesterday about Amazon opening a facility in Wichita Falls, but it may not be what you're expecting. Wichita Falls Chamber Announcement on Amazon Facility. Huge news for the Wichita Falls economy as our Mayor and Chamber announce that an Amazon Last Mile Delivery will begin construction very soon. According to KAUZ, a road near Production Boulevard will need to be completed and then construction can begin on the property where the announcement was made yesterday.
Oklahoma’s Spooky Haunted Fort is Offering Horror Tours
Fort Washita was built near modern-day Durant in the 1840s and served as a military post until the outbreak of the Civil War. The history is kind of interesting, but it's not relevant to the story. It was abandoned shortly after the war and made eligible to become privately owned land.
Who’s Going to the Train Station in New ‘Yellowstone’ Season 5, Part 2 Trailer? [Watch]
Yellowstone has just dropped the official trailer for Season 5, Part 2, and someone has a one-way ticket to the train station. A new teaser video dropped on Tuesday morning (Oct. 22), and from the look of it, the back half of Season 5 will be filled with the show's trademark mix of high drama, passion, action and violence.
Travis Scott, Live Nation Settle Lawsuits With Nearly 100 Plaintiffs Claiming Injuries From 2021 Astroworld Festival Days Before Trial – Report
Travis Scott and Live Nation have reportedly settled nearly 100 personal injury lawsuits in connection to the 2021 Astroworld Festival tragedy. Travis Scott and Live Nation Settle Dozens of Lawsuits. On Monday (Oct. 21), The Dallas Morning News reported that the Texas rapper and entertainment company recently reached settlements with...
5 Oklahoma Horror Movies You Have to See This Halloween
If you're looking for suggestions on some horror movies to watch between now and Halloween, we have a top five list for you. Why not hit play on some home-grown horror movies filmed right here in Oklahoma?. All but one of the movies listed below were filmed in Oklahoma, but...
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