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The 5 Best Zip Lining Adventures in Texas
I'm seeing a ton of zip lining pictures on social media right now, and that made me do a little digging to find the zip lining spots that Texans love the most. Feel free to add your favorites.
Longview Is Looking For Ways To Celebrate Its 150th Birthday
Longview's 150th birthday is coming up in 2020, and they may celebrate with a "Walk of Stars." Longview High School graduate and Oscar winner Matthew McConaughey could be one of those honored.
Avoid This Father's Day Fail
I've been buying my dad Father's Day gifts for years, but never before have I made this dumb shopping mistake.
Add 'Lunch Shaming' To The List of Stressers at Work
If you feel guilty for getting out of the office and taking an actual lunch break, you're facing "lunch-shaming" on the job. This is why you're eating noodles at your desk for the fifth day in a row.
Secret Life of Pets 2 and Why You'll Want to Stay for the Credits
On the way home after seeing Secret Life of Pets 2 my girls talked some about the movie itself, but they went on and on for twenty minutes about the surprises that happen during the credits. Spoiler Alert.
Free Donuts Today!
It's National Donut Day, and there's one store in East Texas that will give you a free glazed donut just for walking in the door. And there are several locations that will help you get your sugar rush.
Would a Tyler Company Pay Bonuses to Women Who Wear Short Skirts?
Oh boy, this might make you a little crazy. One company is offering to pay bonuses to women who will wear short skirts to work and the policy is being called 'disgusting' and 'sexist' on social media.
Six East Texas Museums Are Free For Military Members
It's the tenth year for Blue Star Museums, and East Texas has six that have signed on to give free admission to active-duty military and their families this summer.
Today Is The Day To Hug Your Cat
Today is National Hug Your Cat Day, and yes it is a weird and obscure holiday. It could also turn into a viral challenge trying to get in a good squeeze before the cat squirms away.
We'll Spend $138 on Dad for Father's Day
If you're planning to spend less than a hundred bucks on Dad for Father's Day, apparently you're getting off cheap! The average will be $138, and what you'll spend the money on may be a surprise.
Why Summer is the Best Time to Adopt a Pet
With the kids out of school for the summer, they might be tempted to lounge around and lose themselves in a game on a screen. But parents will have a plan! And it might involve adding some new furry friends to the family.
New Law Will Help Texans in the Military Become Police Officers
An East Texas lawmaker launched the idea, and it just became law this week when it was signed by Governor Greg Abbott. The move will give those who serve in the military credit toward becoming a police officer.
Why You Could Regret Using a Public Phone Charging Station This S
Even if your phone gets down to six percent battery life, you might want to keep on walking right past the charging hub at airports this summer. Here's how using a public charging station just might ruin the rest of your summer!
Summer Vacation Warning - Don't Risk Your Life for a Photo
It's happening too often. People climb over barriers to get a good vacation picture and get badly injured, or worse. After another incident last week, there's a renewed plea for caution on summer vacations.
Doing This At a Cookout Can Give You Food Poisoning
Nothing ruins a Memorial Day barbecue faster than someone getting violently ill on your brand new patio furniture. Avoid that mess by refusing to let people eat this one thing.
Help Prove East Texas is the Nicest Place in America
We can help restore America's faith in humanity by showing that East Texas knows how to help a neighbor and execute a random act of kindness flawlessly. There's one thing we can do to prove that we are the Nicest Place in America.
Will a Manicure Increase Our Cancer Risk?
The day I got home from the nail salon after a gel manicure, I read that gel manicures can increase our cancer risk because of the UV light that's part of the process. Ugh! Will you share the news with your wife, guys? It may not stop her.
Your Memorial Day Weekend Hotel Stay Just Got Cheaper
Gas prices may be up, but cheaper hotels across Texas might cancel out that extra expense. If you're hitting the road for Memorial Day weekend, enjoy this good news.
The Car You Drive Can Increase Your Risk of Dying
When we get a new vehicle, we never think it's going to increase our risk of dying. But holy cow, there are a couple of cars that we see on the roads around East Texas that are pretty dangerous to drive.
Grilling Etiquette Rules That Texans Are Going to Break
Do we really have to light the grill before the guests arrive? There are a few other grilling etiquette rules that Idahoans might toss at the Memorial Day Weekend bash.