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16 Reasons Why Moms Are Awesome

Emerald Catron — Sun, 12 May 2013 05:00:32 +0000

Why are moms awesome? Here are (just a few) reasons why moms are awesome.Â 1. Moms will teach you not to be afraid to fall down. Even if you don’t want to learn. 2. Moms don’t mind getting wet in the rain for you. 3. One word — cookies. 4. Dad jokes are embarrassing. Mom [...]

Bear Grylls' 'Man vs. Wild' Producer Suffers Gnarly Snake Bite [GRAPHIC PHOTO]

Aaron Galloway — Wed, 01 May 2013 22:19:51 +0000

Tuesday morning (April 30) Bear Grylls from the TV show ‘Man vs. Wild’ tweeted a picture of a horrific snake bite that his producer is suffering from, and it ain’t pretty! Here is the tweet Bear sent out: our man vs wild producer suffering from a brutal snake bite – fighting the injury with courage. [...]

Rays Reporter Kelly Nash Captures Nearly Being Hit By Ball While Taking Self-Pic On Green Monster

Joe Student — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:02:57 +0000

When Tampa Bay Rays reporter Kelly Nash stopped by Fenway Park on Saturday to do some advance work, she thought it would be cool to take a self shot picture from on top of the Green Monster, the ballpark’s iconic outfield wall. Since Nash was at the park during batting practice, her producer was wary [...]

11 Perfectly-Timed Animal Photos

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:40:34 +0000

Achieving a perfectly-timed picture is tricky stuff, because it doesnâ€™t usually happen on purpose. But when these photos are done right, the result is Web G-O-L-D. We already know animals partake in entertaining shenanigans, but capturing it at the right moment doesnâ€™t usually happen. Well guess what– weâ€™ve found those select few pictures that were [...]

10 Awesomely Creative Cars We Wish We Had

Cameron Simcik — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:47:48 +0000

Besides being vital components in most of our lives, cars can be really awesome creative canvases. Even though not everyone is into all that complicated, fancy shmancy car decor, there’s a big chance these weirdly awesome cars could change your mind. Who would’ve thought cars could be the best way to express your true self? [...]

See What Happens When Sports Balls are Replaced By Cats

Jeremy Taylor — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 16:00:51 +0000

Is the consistent lack of cats in athletics holding you back from being a sports fan? The folks behind a new Tumblr have now solved what we believe to be a fairly widespread issue with folks who would otherwise be all about their local team. The site is called Sports Ball Replaced With Cats. Simple. [...]

11 Awesome Sand Castles That Make Us Want Summer Now

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 14:19:06 +0000

Summer’s right around the corner, and you know what that meansâ€”- beach time, baby! But if youâ€™re not a shore lover, you should be. Why? Itâ€™s where awesome happens, AKA where insanely cool sand castles are born. These awe-worthy sculptures are like another wonder of the world, because how the heck can a realistic ‘Finding [...]

10 Sign Fails That Totally Confuse Us

Cameron Simcik — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 15:40:13 +0000

The epic, the permanent and the embarrassing. Fails are a hilarious reality that luckily give us (the non-failers) endless entertainment. This time, weâ€™re rounding up unfortunate sign fails. It turns out a lot of signs are super confusing. Whether it’s a result of spelling mistakes or cryptic messages (see: free bakery smells), it’s all just [...]

Rodney Atkins Brings the Hits To Wichita Falls [PICTURES]

Drew — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 03:20:01 +0000

Rodney’s Atkins’ “The Most Hits For The Money Tour” made a stop in Wichita Falls on Saturday, April 6, and Blake was there for a great show!

It all started with country up and comer Tyler Farr playing a solo acoustic set. Although he only played for 20 minutes, it was enou

Barbie Without Makeup Is Not a Morning Person

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 15:53:07 +0000

Barbie can’t help but looking perfect. She’sÂ manufacturedÂ that way. But what if the doll that has beenÂ settingÂ unrealistically highÂ beautyÂ standards for girlsÂ sinceÂ 1959 was a real person? (Yes,Â this is has been tried before by human Barbie impersonators, but that’s not where we’re going here.) Well, for one thing, if Barbie was of flesh and blood she wouldn’t look so [...]

The 9 Cutest Easter Baby Bunnies

Cameron Simcik — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 13:35:55 +0000

Easter's right around the corner, so it's time to get into the holiday spirit. Create some awesome eggs, stuff yourself with Peeps--whatever floats your Easter boat. If none of this prep works for you though, we say take a cue from these Easter bunny babies.

12 Creepy Easter Bunnies Who Will Haunt Your Nightmares

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 17:35:27 +0000

In case you haven’t noticed, costumed characters can be super creepy. Remember those scary Santas? It’s the stuff of nightmares. Unfortunately, the Easter Bunny is no exception.Â Think about it– there’s nothing charming or adorable about a giant walking rabbit. It’s not normal, and it can be plain old terrifying. Don’t believe us? Then check [...]

And Then There Was the Joe Montana Photobomb

Bethany Lee — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:22:11 +0000

The Wichita Falls Nighthawks were back in town playing the Dallas Trojans, and thousands came out for football action and the chance to meet Joe Montana.

Joe Montana Speaks in Wichita Falls + Nighthawks Remain Undefeated [EXCLUSIVE VIDEO, PICTURES]

Aaron Galloway — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 04:49:38 +0000

The Wichita Falls Nighthawks brought NFL legend Joe Montana to Wichita Falls on Sunday. Click through to watch Montana's speech and see pictures from the game.

What Do You See When You Look Out the Window?

Bethany Lee — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:46:29 +0000

Are you seeing something cool, or is it the same boring thing you’ve been staring at for years?

Did The History Channel Make The Devil Look Like Obama?

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:42:01 +0000

The History Channel’s representation of The Devil is causing controversy. Many viewers of ‘The Bible’ have taken to social networks to point out similarities between the 10-part miniseries’ Prince of Darkness and Pres. Obama. Conservative commentator Glenn Beck was (naturally) among the first to comment on the resemblance. Anyone else think the Devil in #TheBible [...]

Dad Turns Kids' Sandwich Bags Into Artistic Masterpieces

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 12:53:32 +0000

A Massachusetts father gives his children a reason, beyond the possibility of string cheese, to look forward to lunch. David Laferriere of Attleboro has been drawing on his kids' sandwich bags for the past five years, posting pics of each doodle to his flickr account.

Mystery Creature Washes Ashore in Wales

Emerald Catron — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 14:00:38 +0000

Peter Bailey, 27, was taking his dog for her evening walk along the beach in Tenby, Wales, when he came across this unusual sight. He snapped some pictures of it, because he had no idea what it is, and now it has earned the name The Beast of Tenby.Â Bailey told the Western Telegraph, “Immediately [...]

Questionable Kids' T-Shirts Cause Outrage

Aaron Galloway — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 23:42:58 +0000

A little girl in a ‘Porn Star’ shirt and a little boy in a ‘My Pee Pee is Bigger Than Yours’ shirt – I don’t care who you are, that’s just not right. I can’t foresee any situation where allowing your kids to wear these shirts would be remotely acceptable. The only question here is [...]

11 Awesome Examples of Fruit Art

Cameron Simcik — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 01:05:34 +0000

Anything goes when it comes to art, particularly on the internet. Feel like constructing an ode to Grumpy Cat? Knock yourself out. What about a collection of Disney/Star Wars mashups? That, my friends, is also possible.