Archive: April 2004

April 30, 2004
In yet another act of shameless self-promotion, Texas Twisted host Wesley Treat is exploiting Roadside Headlines to announce his latest project. Wesley has recently teamed up with the guys at Weird N.J. as a contributing author on a new book featuring unusual Texas attractions. Due for publication next spring, the project is currently titled Weird Texas. It will be among the first in a series that will follow the success of Weird N.J.'s book Weird N.J., published last year. The list of attractions for inclusion in the new book has yet to be finalized, but if you're a fan of Texas Twisted, purchasing a copy of Weird Texas will be highly recommended. In fact, it will be mandatory. That's right, I said mandatory.

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About Host Wesley Treat Weird N.J.

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Birthday Bash

April 24, 2004	Seminole
Last week, Texas Twisted host Wesley Treat was involved in his first-ever automobile accident. Wesley had just visited the World's Largest Jackrabbit and was on his way to New Mexico when he pulled into a department-store parking lot and was struck by an exiting pick-up truck. "I just needed a box of tissues," lemented Treat. "And maybe a soda." His Corolla, which completed its factory-recommended break-in period just last May, suffered damage to its rear passenger-side area. Wesley was forced to make temporary repairs after purchasing a drill and some duct tape. The incident occurred on the 15th, making it what Wesley has decided to be the worst birthday present ever.

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Multiplying Like ... Well, Rabbits

April 7, 2004	Odessa
Odessa, already home to the World's Largest Jackrabbit, is getting absolutely funny with the bunnies. In a fund-raising effort that officially kicks off Easter weekend, the city will display 30 6-foot-2-inch rabbits, decorated by local artists. The display is derivative of other animal-statue projects, like Forth Worth's longhorns, Dallas's pegasi and Kerrville's armadillos. Individuals and businesses were given the opportunity to sponsor one of the fiberglass hares for $2,500 or purchase a custom version for $3,500. The money goes toward an art scholarship, as well as funding for future public art projects. The beautified bunnies will be on display throughout Odessa until October.

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Jackrabbit Jamboree

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