The 2020 Chevy Equinox is a small SUV designed to let give you enough space to take on your family’s trips without forcing you to drive a massive vehicle. This Goldilocks zone makes the new Equinox a highly sought-after family vehicle for the new model year.

1. Flexible Space

The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox seats up to five passengers and offers plenty of room for all your luggage in the rear cargo area. If you need more room to pack your adventure gear, the 60/40-split rear row folds flat to open up the cabin’s cargo area to 63.9 cubic feet of space. The Equinox’s family-ready cabin is flexible enough to allow you to customize it to fit each trip’s needs. Read the rest of this entry »
3 Fun Ways to Enjoy the Sunshine This Summer

The best places to golf in McGregor, TX

Summer is the time to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. Beaches, hiking, biking, kayaking, and more are all great ways to have fun while the weather is nice. Here’s a look at three fun ways you can enjoy your summer months outdoors in the McGregor, Texas, area.

1. McGregor Disc Golf Course

If you like disc golf, the McGregor Disc Golf Course is a great way to spend the day outside. The combination of Frisbee and golf is fun for both beginners and experts. Located within Amsler Park, this 9-hole course plays as 18 holes with two distinct baskets per hole. The course offers plenty of shade from the numerous trees, which is good for the heat but might be challenging for the novice player. One helpful tip would be to bring your own water as there are no water stations on the course. Read the rest of this entry »
Keeping your car neat and tidy can be challenging if you travel a lot and are constantly on the road. However, we all feel better when we get into a nice clean car. If you’re a busy person who’s always on the go, here are some everyday hacks for keeping your car clean and organized.

1. Use Storage Containers

Storage containers are a great way to keep things organized in your home, so why not in the car? If you have certain things you keep in your car, such as sunscreen, an extra jacket, and a first aid kit, get a storage bin that’s the right size for these items so you can keep them all contained in one place. This not only makes for a clean car, but it also means you can find things when you need them. Read the rest of this entry »

McGregor, Texas, is a welcoming community with plenty of activities the whole family will love. They are also part of a vibrant park system in the area. Here’s a look at some of the finest parks and their amenities in the McGregor, Texas, area.

Amsler Park

Amsler Park is located just of North Main Street in McGregor, Texas, and is loaded with fun for the whole family. There are trails for walking, hiking and biking where you can enjoy the wonderful tree-lined terrain while you cross numerous bridges over a creek that wends its way through the park.

5 Tips for Keeping Your Car Going for Years

Classic Chevy car care

A new vehicle can be a big and burdensome expense. In the long run, it’s much less expensive to maintain the vehicle you have than to replace it with a new one. Use these tips to keep your vehicle running in tip-top shape for years to come.

1. Regular Oil Changes

One of the most important aspects of maintaining your vehicle is getting regular oil changes. Your vehicle’s engine relies on oil to keep everything lubricated and moving as it should. If you allow the oil to run dry, your engine will seize up, which makes for a big expense we know you’d rather not deal with. Additionally, letting the oil get too dirty causes improper lubrication of engine parts, ultimately resulting in lots of repairs down the road. Depending on your vehicle and the type of oil you use, oil changes should be done every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. Read the rest of this entry »

3 Best Fishing Holes Near McGregor

The best fishing spots in McGregor, TX

The lakes and streams near McGregor are full of catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, and other tasty fish. Fishing for these delicious delicacies is a wonderful way to bond with friends and family or simply enjoy some solitude. So, grab your rod and reel and head to these great fishing spots around McGregor.

1. Lake Waco: Top Spot for Catfish

Lake Waco, 17 miles northeast of McGregor, is one of Texas’ best catfish lakes. Late spring is the perfect time to catch the blue and channel catfish, but don’t fish where everyone else is. All that activity scares them away, so drop your line early in the morning or late in the day for the best chance.

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The Chevrolet Trailblazer was an icon of the early 2000s, but the midsize SUV left the United States in 2009. Now more than a decade later, this popular family car is making a comeback. Discover what’s in store for the 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer.

A More Compact Design

The new Trailblazer enters a market where motorists want smaller, fuel-efficient auto options. It’s not a midsize SUV anymore. Instead, the latest Trailblazer is a compact crossover that will sit between Chevy’s subcompact Trax and midsize Blazer. This helps fuel efficiency and makes it ideal for darting in and out of city traffic. Read the rest of this entry »
McGregor is a former railway town dating back to 1882. It was home to the Bluebonnet Ordnance Plant, which made munitions during the Second World War. It also played a key role in the development of America’s aerospace industries. McGregor looks forward to the future, but these local attractions tell stories of its rich past.

1. McGregor Station: 1 Amtrak Boulevard

An Amtrak station seems an unlikely historic relic, but McGregor’s Amtrak station is the same one built as a Santa Fe Railway depot. If not for this transport hub, McGregor may not even exist! Air-conditioning and a soda vending machine have modernized the station. However, it still has the historic railroad pew seating of the past. It’s not used as often as it once was, but the Chicago to Los Angeles Texas Eagle still stops here. Read the rest of this entry »

It was named the 2020 MotorTrend Car of the Year, but after COVID-19 halted production, many people never got their hands on the 2020 Corvette Stingray. GM will resume 2020 production in the coming months, but many motorists are now eyeing the impending 2021 release. Exciting features like these should make the 2021 Corvette Stingray worth the wait.

1. Slick New Styling

GM will usher in a new era with a few new colors and embellishments. Long Beach Red and Blade Silver are being replaced by Red Mist Tintcoat and Silver Flare. Corvette’s executive chief engineer, Targe Juechter, calls Red Mist Tintcoat the brand’s most exciting shade ever. Needless to say, he’s already ordered the 2021 Stingray in this new red. Motorists can customize their new Stingray with a rainbow of new full-length racing stripes and Stinger graphics. The new visible carbon fiber high wings and door intakes add flair to this head-turning sports car.

If you’re looking for some fun on a weekend night, the McGregor area has plenty to offer. This area has an assortment of bars, taverns, concert venues, and lounges that are great spots for catching up with friends and letting loose after a long week of work. Get to know four of the hottest nightlife spots near McGregor.

Putters

Putters is a one-of-a-kind sports bar that offers mini-golf and arcade games. Mini golf is $7 for ages 12 and up, while many of the arcade games start at only 25 cents a play. Get in a little healthy competition with your friends while enjoying the weekly specials from the bar. Sunday has the best deals with discounted brunch cocktails and special bomb shots for evening hours. If you need a late-night bite to eat, Putters orders in from local restaurants at no extra charge. You can choose from Billy Bob’s Burgers, J-Petal, and 900° Pizzeria. Read the rest of this entry »