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Elvis fans, start counting down. Christmas at Graceland begins Nov. 19

Elvis fans, start counting down. Christmas at Graceland begins Nov. 19

The Holiday Lighting Weekend will include a new event: "Graceland Unwrapped: After Dark," which offers a glimpse into Elvis' holidays at Graceland.
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Jailhouse Rock Still Sparks Debate Over the Hidden Meaning of Its Lyrics

Jailhouse Rock Still Sparks Debate Over the Hidden Meaning of Its Lyrics

"Jailhouse Rock," a seminal 1957 hit for Elvis Presley, delves into a vibrant, albeit fictionalized, world within a prison setting. Penned by Jerry...
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Who will win? Our picks for Week 5 high school football in Lubbock area

Who will win? Our picks for Week 5 high school football in Lubbock area

Here are our predicted winners for every high school football game involving the Lubbock area, from six-man to 5A.
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7 Modern Country Storytellers for Fans of Tex Ritter

7 Modern Country Storytellers for Fans of Tex Ritter

Exploring seven modern songwriters who carry on the narrative-driven, authentic, and timeless spirit of the legendary singing cowboy, Tex Ritter.
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Ella Langley breaks Billboard Hot 100 record with 'Choosin' Texas'

Ella Langley breaks Billboard Hot 100 record with 'Choosin' Texas'

Ella Langley's Choosin Texas notched a 23rd week at No. 1, passing Mariah Carey for the longest Hot 100 run ever. See how it stacks up.
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Judge declines to stop state troopers' traffic stops with ICE

Judge declines to stop state troopers' traffic stops with ICE

A federal judge did not issue an injunction to stop ICE from riding along with Tennessee troopers.
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At 75, Loveless Cafe still makes 10,000 biscuits a day. By hand.

At 75, Loveless Cafe still makes 10,000 biscuits a day. By hand.

Loveless Cafe marked 75 years with biscuits, music and a birthday bash. Inside its tiny kitchen, keeping those biscuits coming remains serious work.
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'Extraordinary' new artwork created for Memphis Art Museum

'Extraordinary' new artwork created for Memphis Art Museum

The pieces are intended to introduce the Memphis Art Museum as a place "unmistakably rooted in Memphis and engaged in a global conversation."
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Texas Tech announces record enrollment with fall enrollment numbers

Texas Tech announces record enrollment with fall enrollment numbers

Texas Tech University’s fall 2026 enrollment officially reached 46,296 as of the 20th day of classes this week, establishing another enrollment record.
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Week 5 schedule for Lubbock-area high school football

Week 5 schedule for Lubbock-area high school football

Here's the complete schedule for Week 5 games involving Lubbock and the South Plains.
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Buying a home in Nashville costs $18K more than the national average

Buying a home in Nashville costs $18K more than the national average

A new Redfin report shows Nashville residents need an income of $128,119 to afford a typical home in 2026. Here's why.
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Gonerfest returns to Memphis with 30+ bands and a free finale concert

Gonerfest returns to Memphis with 30+ bands and a free finale concert

Punk band Death and veteran rocker Toody Cole are among the acts set to play Gonerfest 23 in Memphis.