At their root, homecoming mums may just be a big ol' metaphor for the oh-so-big reputation of Texas. At least that’s what one mum historian believes.

Hobby Lobby announced Tuesday that all full-time employees who earn an hourly wage will make a minimum of $18.50-an-hour come January.

It was looted from an Iraqi museum 30 years ago, Now, a 3,500-year-old clay tablet discovered in the ruins of the library of an ancient Middle Eastern king is finally headed back to Iraq.

Hobby Lobby confirmed a rumor on Wednesday that their 40%-off coupons are going the way of the dodo bird. Officials with the retail chain responded to a Facebook post saying that as of Feb. 28, Hobby Lobby will no longer be offering the popular coupon in stores or online. This will offer a better value instead of providing a discount on only one item with the coupon,” officials said. “It is always our intent to provide you with beyond compare service, great prices and the best selection,” Hobby Lobby officials said on Facebook. “We appreciate your understanding during this period of transition and thank you for your continued business.”AdThere are currently more than 900 retail Hobby Lobby stores including seven in the San Antonio area.

SAN ANTONIO – Hobby Lobby announced Monday that all full-time employees who earn an hourly wage will make a minimum of $17-an-hour starting Oct. 1. The retail chain most recently raised the minimum hourly wage to $15 in 2014 for full-time hourly employees. The federally established minimum wage is currently $7.25. Many states have legislated minimum wages higher than the federal minimum, but Texas has followed the federal minimum wage since 2009. Access the Hobby Lobby career center here.