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The Best Time of Day to Buy Gas
Gas stations tend to raise prices at a certain time every day, and if you can get to the pump before that two-hour window you'll be able to beat the price increase. Oh, and the best day of the week to buy gas is not today.
There's a Good Reason for Sneezin' in Tyler Today
If you were feeling sneezy yesterday there was a good reason for it. East Texas had high pollen counts over the weekend and it's supposed to get worse this week before it gets better. So when will we be done with the itchy eyes and runny noses this spring?
Final Scenes for Game of Thrones Have Been 5 Years in the Making
The final season of Game of Thrones premieres on Sunday, and without giving any spoilers, we hear that the secret to the show's success will be prominent again this season. The characters will reap what they sow.
Are East Texans Too Busy?
If it's a typical week, we'll have less than a half hour of free time and we'll push ten important things to the back burner because we have trouble squeezing them all in. That's what happens to most people across the country, but does East Texas fall in line with that?
The Average Tax Refund is Larger This Year
With all of the tax law changes we've been waiting to see how that impacts refunds this year, and out of the 53 million refunds issued so far, the IRS says the average refund is a few dollars higher than last year. What people are spending refunds on may surprise you.
Tyler Police Offer Help for Crime Victims
The bad news is, crime happens. But there is good news too in the amount of support that's offered to crime victims, and Tyler police are right there in the thick of it.
The Best Time of the Year to Sell a House in East Texas
Spring is usually an active time for real estate transactions, and there is a two-week period coming up that is supposed to be hotter than hot. If you're selling a home, put it on the market during this time and it will sell faster, and for more money.
Bruce Springsteen is Voted Favorite Road Trip Artist
It's Friday and it's been a long, crazy week. If you're ready for a road trip like we are, one of the best artists to crank up is Bruce Springsteen, according to a new survey. Who would you add to the list?
Allergies Are Hitting East Texas Hard
Everyone seems to say it. "I never had allergies until I moved to Texas." We've got 'em now!
And with the pollen falling today in East Texas, your office might be a big sneezefest.
And with the pollen falling today in East Texas, your office might be a big sneezefest.
Things Besides Chocolate That Can Kill Your Dog
I had a dog once that ate half a bag of coffee grounds and miraculously survived. Don't let your dog get into that! Caffeine can cause serious problems for pets, along with chocolate, plants, meds, and a few surprise items around the house.
It's National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day!
Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches might have gotten us through childhood, but now it's time to kick it up a notch with the grilled version. Or with frozen PB&J cups. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day and we're not holding back.
A Texas Teacher Lets Students Doodle On Her Clothes And It Works
Rebecca Bonner is an art teacher in Highland Village who is inspiring the internet with her doodle skirt. This is an idea that we could use in East Texas schools and at home too, for some clothes that will have the whole office talking.
Why A Trip To The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Surprised Me
Tonight's the night for the official induction ceremony for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and it will add lots of new memorabilia to a collection that's already pretty incredible. I stopped by the Hall on a trip to Cleveland, and I was really surprised by what I saw.
It's Opening Day for MLB and Concessions are Wilder Than Ever
One Major League ballpark this year will sell sweet potato fries with powdered sugar, chopped pecans, and whipped cream on top, and they're drizzling it with chocolate sauce and Nutella. Just take our money right now. Who says baseball is about baseball? Concessions for the win.
Avocado Hacks That Will Change Your Life
If you love avocados, there's nothing worse than getting hit by the craving and having to wait three long days to dig in! Help is on the way. This avocado life hack will short circuit the ripening process, and turn a rock hard avocado into something edible in fifteen minutes or less.
Texas Students Win Grand Prize in C-SPAN Documentary Contest
Two Texas high school students earned a share of $100,000 this month from the cable channel C-SPAN for creating a documentary called "What it means to be American - Citizen accountability in Government."
Out of more than six thousand entries, these two were #1 nationwide!
Out of more than six thousand entries, these two were #1 nationwide!
Many of the Most Common U.S. Town Names Are in Texas
Tyler didn't make the top ten, but many of the most common names for cities and towns in the U.S. are right here in Texas. I bet you can name a bunch of them right now before you look at the list.
Bumble Wants to Fund Your Business
Bumble wants to get in your business, and not just your dating business. The app has a chance to earn some money to put into a startup business, with a special focus on women-owned companies. It could be $25.000!
Why Car Fuel Doors Aren't All On The Same Side
It's one of those questions that will eat at you until you know the answer. I couldn't stand it so I clicked on the article, and this is what I found out about the fuel doors on our vehicles, and why we don't have them all on the same darn side!
Restaurant Servers Want Customers to Quit Doing These Things
Do you ever stack the plates when you're done eating at a Tyler restaurant? We might think we're being helpful, but servers want us to knock it off. And what else should we quit doing?