Love saving money, and love prices cut . . Target says it will be slashing prices throughout their stores. That news actually caused a drop in their stock when announced on Friday. Retailers have suffered in the last couple of years due to the increase in online shopping. What’s the cure? Target will cut…… MORE
Walt Disney World has Closed for 5th Time in History; All Because of Hurricanes
Walt Disney World is closing all four of its theme parks in Florida due to Hurricane Irma. The closure began Saturday evening and will be closed for two days, Sunday and Monday. Two day closure is a first for Disney World which opened in 1971 and has only closed 4 times in their 46 year…… MORE
Pilot Reported ‘Mechanical Issues’ Before Helicopter Crash that Killed Troy Gentry
More details are coming out the day after the fatal crash that took the lives of the pilot James Robinson and Country music star Troy Gentry who was only 50 years old, husband and father of two. This is the audio of the 911 dispatcher asking for crews to help the pilot who is hovering above…… MORE
Irving Music Factory Renamed Toyota Music Factory
The name change comes as this opening weekend is now unveiling a brand new entertainment venue in DFW. The Pavilion was supposed to open Friday, Sept. 1 with comedian Dave Chappelle taking the stage, but had to be rescheduled because it was not ready. Saturday Night will be the first show with ZZ Top and…… MORE
Can You Be Fired for Missing Work and Evacuate During a Hurricane?
Reported in Miami Herald – the answer is Yes. You might be shocked but there is no law to protect employees from being fired if they leave their job even if it’s during a hurricane and EVEN IF it’s a mandatory evacuation, according to Ladders. It completely depends on the company and their policies,…… MORE
Brad Paisley Paid Respect to His Friend Troy Gentry
During his Weekend Warrior World Tour show Friday night in Charlotte, North Carolina Brad Paisley took a moment to pay his respects to Troy Gentry. He shared via social media two pics — One taking his cowboy hat off to honor the memory to his friend and then the other is a backdrop picture of Troy…… MORE
Former Lottery Worker Sentenced to 25 Years for Rigging The Winning Numbers
A former lottery worker who rigged several lottery jackpots so he could collect the winnings, admitted he was driven by greed. The judge gave him the maximum sentence of 25 years in prison for Eddie Tipton, a former security director that worked for the MultiState Lottery Association. Former lottery worker sentenced to 25 years in…… MORE
Dallas is Making A Bid For New Amazon Headquarters
Amazon is looking for a location for their second headquarters, Amazon has headquarters in Seattle but they are looking for new space. The company said they plan to build $5 Billion building a second headquarters which will bring 50,000 jobs to North America. Amazon.com employs 20,000 people in Texas, currently building a third fulfillment center…… MORE
Ezekiel Elliott is Eligible to Play; 6-Game Suspension Blocked
Zeke will not have to sit out 6 games as the NFL ruled. He was okay to play for Cowboys season opener on Sunday Night, then abide by the six-game suspension by the NFL issued on the alleged domestic violence incidents to his ex-girlfriend. Elliott then sued NFL, he asked the Eastern District Court…… MORE
Country Music Stars React to the Loss of Don Williams and Troy Gentry
COUNTRY MUSIC ARTISTS REACT to the loss of DON WILLIAMS and TROY GENTRY of Montgomery Gentry Sending my sincere and heartfelt prayers to the families & friends of Don Williams and @T_RoyMG. — Kenny Rogers (@_KennyRogers) September 8, 2017 I was saddened to hear of Don Williams passing today.His simple music, gentle voice & beautiful…… MORE
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Keep Those Texas Babies Reading
Getting our kids to read in the summer can sometimes be challenging but there are lots of teacher approved ideas and incentive programs available to keep them on track! They can earn game tokens from our Friends at Chuck E Cheese who has tons of rewards ideas for being a good student and a good…