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Cancer Fundraising Tour Kicks Off In Victoria

Dave Fenix — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:10:34 +0000

Pink….It’s a color often associated with a specific cause. But, for some firefighters, it’s a word that defines the women in their communities. The Guardians of the Ribbon Inc. will embark on a five-month tour teaching neighborhoods across America how to raise money in their communities for their communities. For the first time, the tour’s [...]

Mayors of San Antonio and Miami Double Down on NBA Finals Wager

Dave Fenix — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:50:39 +0000

The mayors of San Antonio and Miami are doubling down on their NBA Finals bet — tacking on a full day of community service to the debt the loser must pay the winner.

Prior to the beginning of the series between the Spurs and the Heat, which San Antonio now leads 1-0, Julián Castro and Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A

Hurricane Preparedness……Don't Forget Your Pets!!

Dave Fenix — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 12:51:48 +0000

Hurricane season is here and if you've heard the same reports I have it should shape up to be an interesting season...and by interesting I mean incredibly busy.

Residents along the Texas Gulf Coast and here in The Crossroads have become pros at hurricane preparedness and trust me, after going through Ike in 2008 and spending a week without power, you can never be TOO prepared

Duck Dynasty Stars Coming to Victoria.

Dave Fenix — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 12:04:30 +0000

In case you have been living under a rock for the past couple of years, the A&E TV network has a hit show on their hands by the name of Duck Dynasty (Wednesday nights in case you were wondering) and two of the main cast are coming to Victoria. Thanks to Rev. Glen Dry, who [...]

Victoria Public Library Kicks Off Its Summer Reading Program Today!

Dave Fenix — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 12:23:02 +0000

School has let out for the summer and lots of parents are wondering just how they're going to keep their kids occupied over the summer besides all night, caffeine fueled video game benders. Well, Victoria Public Library just may be able to help your child unplug this summer and keep their minds thinking rather than staring at a computer or TV screen for hours on end all summer

This Weekend's New Movies in Victoria: 'After Earth,' 'Now You See Me'

Adam West — Fri, 31 May 2013 13:00:59 +0000

After the Memorial Day weekend trio of ‘Fast & Furious 6,’ ‘The Hangover Part III’ and ‘Epic’ led to the sixth-biggest box office weekend of all time, this weekend’s pair of new releases have a pretty tough act to follow when it comes to creating excitement at theaters, but there are a couple of choices [...]

Wedding Party Takes Greatest Photo in History of Weddings

Emerald Catron — Fri, 31 May 2013 11:02:23 +0000

If you were planning on taking pictures at your wedding, you may as well cancel the photographer. In fact, you should probably call off the entire wedding, because what could possibly top this picture? Photographer J. Quinn Miller was a longtime friend of the groom’s and knew how much he liked dinosaurs, so he threw [...]

Houston Gets a Taste of The Cult on the 'Electric' 2013 World Tour

Adam West — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:05:52 +0000

The Cult are dipping into their history this year, choosing to perform the classic 1987 release 'Electric' in its entirety as part of their upcoming tour, and south Texans get a chance to see the band, when the tour hits the House of Blues in Houston on August 30th. The trek, dubbed 'Electric 13,' will kick off July 25 in San Diego and mostly centers on North American tour stops before jetting over to the U.K. in October.

Art Cars Arrive at the Nave Museum For Upcoming Event.

Dave Fenix — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:23:48 +0000

Victoria drivers may see more than just cars and trucks Saturday on area streets. Elaborately designed art cars, hydraulic lowriders and personalized bicycles will participate in the Victoria Art Car Parade hosted by The Nave Museum. “It’s so fantastic to see the variety of how people express themselves with the cars,” said Amy Leissner, the [...]

The Ultimate Eyewitness Interview [VIDEO]

Adam West — Tue, 14 May 2013 11:00:01 +0000

You've seen the news reports. You know, the ones shot by your local news team that feature colorful characters, describing the scene in their own special way. The interviewees often end up in viral You Tube videos, on their way to their fifteen minutes of fame. In celebration of those entertaining characters, I give to you the ultimate eyewitness interview. Enjoy!

SNL's Seth Meyers Tapped to Replace Jimmy Fallon Next Year.

Dave Fenix — Mon, 13 May 2013 12:18:58 +0000

“Saturday Night Live” writer-performer Seth Meyers will take over NBC’s “Late Night” show next year when current host Jimmy Fallon moves to “The Tonight Show,” NBC announced Sunday. SNL executive producer Lorne Michaels will also be the executive producer of “Late Night with Seth Meyers.” He was also named executive producer of “The Tonight Show” [...]

Lineup Announced for ACL Music Festival

Adam West — Thu, 09 May 2013 14:48:21 +0000

Austin, TX is certainly a live music mecca with events like South By Southwest, and Austin City Limits. Every Fall, the city hosts a lineup of great music in Zilker Park with the Austin City Limits Music Festival, and this year, the event expands to two weekends, October 4-6 and 11-13.

This year, the festival highlights bands like Depeche Mode and The Cure, but also throws in an eclectic mix of bands including Queens of the Stone Age and Kings Of Leon.

May 6th – 12th is National Clitoris Awareness Week! ((NSFW))

Dave Fenix — Tue, 07 May 2013 11:32:45 +0000

Mention the word “clitoris” and some people get touchy….pun intended. But that could change quickly because May 6—12 as the first ever “International Clitoris Awareness Week,” a seven-day period designed to celebrate the female body part. The organization behind the week is “Clitoraid,” a Las Vegas-based group usually devoted to helping victims of female genital [...]

FINALLY! City of Victoria to Study Traffic Light Timing

Dave Fenix — Mon, 06 May 2013 12:19:28 +0000

God knows if you've ever driven anywhere in this town and have been in a hurry in the process, you are going to get caught by a red light. There's just no way around it. Well, after 5 years (since their last study) the City of Victoria is scheduled to take a look at the timing of those red lights on the city's busiest thoroughfares

New Movies in Victoria: 'Pain & Gain,' 'The Big Wedding'

Adam West — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:00:33 +0000

This week, we’ve got two new flicks that could hardly be more different in style, subject matter or personnel. The first is a Michael Bay-directed action thriller starring The Rock, the second a family comedy about a middle-aged divorced couple starring Diane Keaton. Take your pick! ‘Pain & Gain’ A trio of not-too-bright bodybuilders in [...]

Boston Tragedy Hits Close to Home Here In the Crossroads

Dave Fenix — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:05:24 +0000

Susan Hlavinka was sitting in her hotel room when she heard a bang that sounded like a cannon. Terry, her husband, thought he heard someone slamming a door. He had finished running the Boston Marathon for the first time 45 minutes before and was showering. Neither thought much of it at the time. Soon, though, [...]

Victoria Film Festival Voted Among Top 25 Festivals Worth the Entry Fee

Dave Fenix — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 11:41:13 +0000

The Victoria TX Independent Film Festival was voted in the top 25 film festivals worth the initial investment, according to a story published on MovieMaker Magazine’s website Wednesday. MovieMaker.com listed VTIXIFF in the top 25 of a non-ranked list from between 4,000 to 6,000 film festivals worldwide. The festival offers filmmakers free airfare, lodging, transportation [...]

Bikers For Blood–Drive

wcampise — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:57:56 +0000

Saturday, April 27th in downtown Victoria Victoria Harley-Davidson invites you to the 16th Annual Blood Drive and Chili Cook-Off! Over 7,000 units have been collected during this annual event and this year the first 200 blood donors will receive a FREE tee from 9a to 3p. Pre-register for the Chili Cook-Off at 361-575-7881, entry fee [...]

Rodney Will be in Victoria this Thursday

Melissa — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:50:06 +0000

Only a few days away from Rodney Carrington performing live here in Victoria at the Victoria Fine Arts. Regularly performing to sold-out crowds across the US and Canada, Rodney Carrington is a comedian of a different sort, with a mix of hilarious stand-up comedy and country music. He has recorded eight major record label comedy [...]

Victoria Film Festival Starts This Thursday.

Dave Fenix — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 12:27:55 +0000

In a few days, Victoria will become a bustling Tinsel Town with film directors, actors, musicians and artists filling the streets of downtown. The Victoria TX Independent Film Festival begins Thursday featuring live music, outdoor film screenings and more. Anthony Pedone, executive director of the festival, said he was excited to bring more industry collaborations [...]