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![Convenient Products to Help Beat the Texas Heat](http://townsquare.media/site/189/files/2024/07/attachment-Fireworks-15.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Convenient Products to Help Beat the Texas Heat
Things like wide-brim hats, fans, staying in the shade, and enjoying a cold drink are always good things, but sometimes you want to try something different.
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The Top 50 Safest Cities to Live in Texas
This site pulls data released by the FBI to rank cities, and as of 2022, the following list is the ranking of the 50 safest Texas cities. Keep scrolling to learn more and see if your city made the list.
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These Are Some of the Exotic Animals You Can Own in Texas
Some people aren’t satisfied with the average animals you find in most pet stores. They want more thrill, a challenge, or to simply ease a sense of curiosity and passion surrounding a certain animal, leading them down the path of exotic pets.
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Lost Hair & Lost Pride: Rowdy Girl Fight Breaks Out on 6th in Aus
It seems like no night out in Austin is complete without some sort of fight, and the July 13, 2024 was no different.
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Inexpensive Lubbock Wedding Venues for Brides on a Budget
The average bride in Texas spends around $30,000 on their wedding, which is a hefty price for most of us. If that number scares you off and makes you want to elope, you are not alone. Thankfully, when you live in a smaller city like Lubbock, Texas, there are some great venue options that won’t break the bank.
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Important Things People Need to Learn When Moving to Texas
Every state has its own culture, so no matter where you move, there will be an adjustment period as you learn the ways of your new home. While you might be able to prepare yourself for some things based on stereotypes or common knowledge about the state, there are some things that you will only truly understand by living there.
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What is a ‘Diner Pet’ and Can You Find Them in Texas?
While your parents sip on their coffee, you are looking for some way to occupy yourself and kill time before the food arrives. You take a look around at what is on the table and spot creamer, a variety of sugar packets, and assorted flavors of jelly.
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Follow These Tips to Stay Safe While Floating Texas Rivers
While the basis of floating the river is pretty simple, get a tube, grab some friends, and start floating, there are some important things to keep in mind that not everyone thinks about.
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Lubbock Last-Minute Plans: Summer Splash, Fresh Peaches, & More
Even though the summer holiday season is over, that doesn't mean the fun is over. There are still a variety of great things to go do with your friends and family in and around the Lubbock area.
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Texas Tech Makes a Major Change Leading to Mixed Reviews
Well, there is a big update that was announced on July 11, 2024, and it is already seeing differing opinions.
Texas Tech University has made a big change by updating their branding with a new word mark that pairs with the iconic Double T.
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West Texas is Getting Its Own Renaissance Festival This Fall
There will be a variety of things to enjoy including shopping, food, live performances, cosplay, games, a strongman competition, and more. Of course, it is not required, but strongly encouraged to wear your best ren faire outfit when you attend. This can be anything from a knight, a fairy, a pirate, or anything else you wish.
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Bills too High? Follow These Tips to Lower Your AC Bill in Texas
The Texas heat is like no other, and locals are getting sick of blasting the air conditioning all day every day. The cool air and keeping your home at a reasonable temperature is great, but the bill that gets racked up in the summer months is a hard pill to swallow.