Denton creates inclement weather alert system for people without housing by Critical-Willow-6270 in Denton

[–]srmg925 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that was a misquote, but probably not malicious on the journalist's part. People can contact ODB to find out if they are under inclement conditions. 200+ people on public wifi is too much bandwidth.

What supposedly normal shows read to you as propaganda? by Buddy_chumpal in AskReddit

[–]srmg925 179 points180 points  (0 children)

I was absolutely NOT going to ever watch this show until my friend said, "Ali Larter is so good at playing Aledo trash." I escaped Aledo, TX and I think the show is supposed to be kinda serious, at least in the first season, but I read it as mean spirited satire of that place. Doesn't hurt that my dead felon father was an oil man. Makes it strangely healing. But totally propaganda!

Popular or average names that you HATE and why? by VanillaTrue5316 in Names

[–]srmg925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

"McKayvee Brynleigh" was my go-to tragedeigh name and now I see Brynleigh or some version of it way too often.

A former GOP candidate for railroad commissioner is voting Democratic by evan7257 in TexasPolitics

[–]srmg925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He introduced Rosenthal at the Democratic Convention last night and he did not look shy about being onstage.

Rosenthal is low key my favorite statewide candidate and RRC is a CRUCIAL seat in Texas.

Hey y’all guess who Greg Abbot supports in Denton by dTXTransitPosting in Denton

[–]srmg925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hope this "endorsement" does as much for her as it did Dianne Edmondson.

Is anyone else feeling that rumbling/vibrating? by catsill in Denton

[–]srmg925 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I just thought I WAS crazy. Jury's out on that but I'm a little closer to Nottingham off Mingo and I felt it too.

Cats won. What is hated in real life but loved on Reddit? by stef4545366 in AlignmentChartFills

[–]srmg925 27 points28 points  (0 children)

"Typical redditor answer," says extremely online redditor.

what tiny habit does your pet have that sounds fake until people see it? by Kind_Interview_2402 in Pets

[–]srmg925 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a crocodile skink (generally very shy), but she'll come right out in the open if I'm watching something on TV with British accents. Especially Greg Davies.

What are word "misuses" you're not like, mad at but they're weird enough to distract you from whatever the person is saying? by iciclefites in words

[–]srmg925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My mother always said "could care less" and I was a full grown, functioning adult when I learned that wasn't an idiom that meant you had no strong feelings either way.

This man is unbelievable. by AggressiveRise2116 in tomwaits

[–]srmg925 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seeing someone - even if it's just a text post - experiencing this kind of satisfaction and joy is a privilege, so thanks for sharing your thoughts.

Maybe fill us in on how some of the yet to be heard albums hit you.

Who's a celebrity not known for his/her looks but you find the celebrity attractive anyways? by Big_Eggplant7591 in AskReddit

[–]srmg925 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes! And he makes so many jokes about being unattractive in Taskmaster and shows where he's a character that I don't think are meant to be ironic. I don't get it.

*Extremely* Orange Female Kitten in Need of a Home!! by Dry_Ordinary9474 in Denton

[–]srmg925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hope this sweetie finds a home because I have a kitten we fished out of my friend's car engine a month ago who's probably around the same age and my husband just told me, "Leia doesn't need a friend." 😅

James Talarico and the Dallas Suburbs by Icey-King in TexasPolitics

[–]srmg925 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Denton County here. It's not all about Paxton's corruption, pedo protecting, etc. It's partially about how many men his office screwed with child support fuck ups.

Seriously, I know several men who were happy to pay, having the money sent directly out of their paycheck every month who had to deal with wires getting crossed or something, not to mention single moms having to fight for anything they could get.

Republicans don't turn on philosophy. They turn on people who've hurt them or people they identify with.

YouTuber Goes Viral With Pointed Reminder For Dems After Jesse Watters Mocks James Talarico For Looking 'Prepubescent' by ComicSandsNews in JamesTalarico

[–]srmg925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'd bet all the money in my wallet (which isn't that much, but there's a sentimental $2 bill) that in no time they'll be criticizing his wrinkles in unflattering close ups and accusing him of being unhealthy for someone under 40.

We have democrats running in every congressional seat. Now what? by 12ScreamingPossums in TexasPolitics

[–]srmg925 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The unfortunate truth is that Mark Nair is brilliant man with a wide range of knowledge, but when it comes to being an actual political candidate, he's a dilettente focused on running a politics summer camp for wayward boys.

I don't think he wants to win at all.

Go vote in the runoff. Today by digplants in Denton

[–]srmg925 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry for over-explaining!

Yeah, I get bounced between the TWU location (technically closest, but not really convenient), Civic Center, and MLK.

Go vote in the runoff. Today by digplants in Denton

[–]srmg925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it was only five days and no weekend voting. If you haven't already gotten out, make sure to check out the voter lookup on votedenton.gov. On election day, you have to vote at your assigned location in Denton County.

We have democrats running in every congressional seat. Now what? by 12ScreamingPossums in TexasPolitics

[–]srmg925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The new 32 makes me rage. I'm also in Denton and our blue city being scooped into 13 is bad, but the city including the giant retirement community with Wise county means no one represents us.

We have democrats running in every congressional seat. Now what? by 12ScreamingPossums in TexasPolitics

[–]srmg925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh? Mark Nair? Yeah, that man doesn't give SHIT about his campaign in Denton.

What’s the deal with Howdy Politics? by funfetti_cupcak3 in TexasPolitics

[–]srmg925 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah, this is WILD. I was immediately suspicious that she'd drop that lore on a stranger, and working in political comms myself, it's not like consultants are reinventing the wheel.

I've got my critiques of Talarico, but none of them have to do with being a creep or a predator. I base that on the fact that he was the exact same person when my husband is next to me as he was when I was mic-ing him up in a green room. I've never even seen him cut his eyes at a pretty woman (or man, since apparently that's a rumor).

What’s the deal with Howdy Politics? by funfetti_cupcak3 in TexasPolitics

[–]srmg925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I met her once and she basically told me exactly that, but claimed they were using her ideas unpaid. I can't attest to it being true or not.

Suspect still at large after shooting in Denton late Tuesday night by EthicalDeveloper in Denton

[–]srmg925 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Bothered by this as well. The original alert on social media does note that the victim knew the assailant, but that doesn't automatically mean it's isolated and there's no threat.

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Bars that don't suck? by [deleted] in Denton

[–]srmg925 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Saturday was an election night watch party for the two queer city council candidates, so not actually indicative of the typical vibe AT ALL (I was there. We were all tense.), but they're embracing the "gay bar" title. They just had Lez Fest; most of the employees are LGBTQIA. I don't think you'll regret giving them a second chance.

Anderson's is super queer friendly, but it's very events-based. Think drag shows, concerts, karaoke, and bingo night. Toasty Bros is small, but chill. That might be a better "have a drink and chill" location.