Metallica have released a teaser video showcasing the book Back To The Front. Matt Taylor’s publication celebrates the 30th anniversary of 1986 album Master Of Puppets and accompanying tour, which saw the group winning over new fans and suffering the tragic loss of bassist Cliff Burton in a bus accident in Sweden. Metallica drummer Lars…… MORE
Sold: Davenport’s Stays Open
There’s good news for residents on Wichita Falls’ East side. After months of uncertainty, store representatives say Davenport Grocery will remain open under new ownership. “I think the store is pretty much going to remain the same. The only thing that we are lacking right now is the food stamp machine which is supposed to be installed…… MORE
Brunch-Flavored Candy Corn Now Available At A Target Near You
Just when you thought candy corn couldn’t get weirder – now they come in the flavors of brunch. The limited edition, seasonal variety is only available at Target at $2.50 per 15 oz. bag. But of course, Amazon already has it available quadruple the price. The three flavors that approximate brunchy goodness are maple-drenched French toast; waffles immersed in strawberry and perhaps sour cream;…… MORE
Freon Leak Causes Evacuation At Wichita Falls Walmart
Just before 9am Wednesday, a freon leak sent the Wichita Falls Fire Department’s HAZMAT team into action. The leak happened at the Walmart on Lawrence Road. Fire Department officials said one person was taken to United Regional to be treated for injuries and more could be going for treatment after inhaling the freon gas on their…… MORE
Traffic Alert: Portion Of Old Iowa Park Road Will Close For Homecoming Parade
The 2016 City View Homecoming parade and carnival is scheduled for Wednesday. The parade starts at City View Elementary at 6pm and will travel down City View Drive, ending at the high school. The carnival will start in the east parking lot of the high school when the parade ends. The event is a fundraiser for school organizations.…… MORE
Governor Abbott Presents 2016 Star Of Texas Awards To Those Killed Or Injured In The Line Of Duty
Governor Greg Abbott presented the Star of Texas Awards to first responders, peace officers and firefighters who have demonstrated remarkable courage and heroism in serving and protecting their communities throughout the state. “Today, Texas honors the extraordinary few – those who have demonstrated the character and the courage to repeatedly put their lives on the…… MORE
Original Y&T Drummer Leonard Haze Dead At 61
Leonard Haze, original drummer for legendary Bay Area rock band Y&T, passed away Sunday evening, September 11 at his home in Hayward, California. He was 61 years old. Haze had been battling chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) for several years, making breathing difficult. Even so, he had fought to keep playing drums, performing regularly with…… MORE
Nirvana Facebook Page Pokes Fun At ‘Kurt Is Alive’ Story
Nirvana’s official Facebook page has poked fun at a Daily Mail story claiming fans were fooled into believing Kurt Cobain was still alive. The story centers on a supposed conspiracy theory that came about after a video showing Peruvian musician Ramiro Saavedra performing Come As You Are was shared online. The Daily Mail says fans were…… MORE
Americans Got Raise Last Year For First Time Since 2007
Americans finally got a raise last year after eight years of stagnating incomes. The typical U.S. household’s income rose 5.2 percent in 2015 to $56,516, the Census Bureau said Tuesday. Even with the solid gain, that remains below the median household income of $57,423 in 2007, when the Great Recession began. The median is the…… MORE
Samsung’s Quick Fix For Galaxy Note 7 Is No Full Recharge
Samsung plans to issue a software update for its recalled Galaxy Note 7 smartphones that will prevent them from overheating by limiting battery recharges to 60 percent. The front page of the Seoul Shinmun, a South Korean newspaper, carried a Samsung advertisement on Tuesday announcing the software update for any users of the Note 7…… MORE
