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Acutronic to bring 50-plus jobs to Bastrop with state’s first jet engine factory
Acutronic will build on a nearly 14-acre spot in the Bastrop Business and Industrial Park, between Technology Drive and S. Jackson Street. (Leslie Bradshaw/Community Impact) Acutronic, a company that specializes in aerospace, defense and transportation technology, will bring Texas’ first jet engine manufacturing facility to Bastrop—along with at least 50 full-time jobs, the company announced June 25.
Search for Texas couple has turned into a ‘recovery effort,’ sheriff office says
MOAB — The search for a married Texas couple who went missing east of Moab has turned into a recovery operation, according to the Grand County Sheriff’s Office. On Friday evening, the office said even though search and rescue crews have not found the bodies of Ray and Maranda Ankofski, they are making the transition from search and rescue to body recovery.
Tropical Storm Beryl forms in Atlantic, possibility of becoming hurricane
Texas - Tropical Storm Beryl has formed in the Atlantic Ocean, more than 3,000 miles from Houston. Although it is far out from Houston, the storm is being monitored as it has a slight chance of making it to the Gulf late next week. FOX 26 Chief Meteorologist Mike Iscovitz...
Eye-catchers from Day 2 of the Texas 7on7 Championships
COLLEGE STATION, Texas -- The Texas 7on7 Championships continued Friday with championship play in the small-school brackets, followed by pool play action among the big schools. As always, 247Sports had several staffers in attendance to take in the competition. Here's a rundown of more than 20 eye-catchers who grabbed our attention during Friday's games.
Heads Up Texas, A 29 Million Dollar Winning Lottery Ticket Has Been Sold!
Many in the state of Texas dream of winning the lottery. Just think about it after all, the chance to possibly never have to worry about bills in our life? Even better, finally being able to buy something you've always wanted! Plenty of ideas flood one's mind if they were to win.
Texas Most Wanted: It’s Almost Been Two Years, Where’s Brandon Wayne Hogan?
Texas law enforcement as always looking for individuals who are on the run. One of these individuals is none other than Brandon Wayne Hogan. Where is he?. Per FOX 44, Hogan was on a work crew in September of 2022 when he fled:. Coryell County Sheriffs Office Public Information Officer,...
State 7on7: PSJA Memorial advances to championship bracket
PSJA Memorial had a strong opening day at the 2024 Texas 7on7 State Tournament on Friday at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex in College Station to advance to Saturday’s championship bracket. Five RGV teams — PSJA Memorial, McAllen Rowe, Mission High, PSJA High and PSJA North — are in...
Friday Evening Forecast: Heat advisory issued for Saturday
TONIGHT: Mostly clear and humid. Low: 78. Winds: S 10 MPH. TOMORROW: Mostly sunny & hot. High: 97. Winds: S 10-15 MPH. SUNDAY: Partly cloudy skies with a spotty storm or two. Chance of rain: 10%. Low: 77. High: 96. Winds: S 5-10 MPH. MONDAY: Partly cloudy skies with an isolated storm or two around. […]
Did We Make The List? FBI’s 2024 Most Dangerous Cities In Texas
When it comes to where we live, we never want it to be considered one of the most dangerous places to live. Here is the FBI's 2024 list of most dangerous cities and one of them is not that far from us. The information is based on crime statistics from January 2023 through September 2023. Violent crimes are any crimes that include murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.
East Texans can expect sweeter watermelons this season
GRAPELAND, Texas (KETK) — East Texas farm stand owners are racing to Wade Pennington and Sons farm to get their hands on sweet watermelons. The sandy East Texas soil and warm springs are key factors in creating the sweetest melons. However, this year’s weather and severe storms have caused crops to take longer than expected. […]
Excessive Heat Warning for North Texas extended through Saturday
NORTH TEXAS — The Excessive Heat Warning for the Metroplex and surrounding counties continues through 7 p.m. Saturday. These are the first weekend heat alerts of the season. With many people planning outdoor activities, it is important to be careful and stay hydrated. For the second time this season, the DFW high officially hit 100 degrees. More 100-degree days are expected in the immediate days ahead. Last year DFW hit its first 100-degree day on June 25. This year it was on June 23. In 2023 North Texas ended up with a total of 55 days at 100 degrees. The area is...
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