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New location for The Broncy Donkey Leather Company
New location for The Broncy Donkey Leather Company Nicole Kimball Nicole@steelcountrybee.com Wed, 08/14/2024 - 06:23 Image Owner Carline Ayers welcomes customers on the first day Owner Carline Ayers welcomes customers on the first day ...
Houston-area school districts warn of continued severe cuts if voucher fight keeps funds tied up in state legislature
HOUSTON – Superintendents and school board leaders across Texas are raising urgent concerns about the financial crisis gripping their districts. Alief ISD and Spring Branch ISD are among those hardest hit, warning of severe cuts ahead if the state continues to withhold additional funding. Alief ISD Deputy Superintendent Charles...
‘Generous contribution’: Winnsboro ISD receives donation of robotic equipment
WINNSBORO, Texas (KETK) – Winnsboro Independent School District received a donation of robotic arms valued at $51,000 for their robotics and automation program. According to the school district, Van Meter, an electrical supply distributor, donated three UR3e robotic arms that are each valued at $17,000. “This generous contribution is set to revolutionize the district’s robotics […]
Warning: Not Stopping For Texas School Buses Carries Big Penalties
Let's keep our little Texans safe. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) wants us all to remember to always stop for school buses that have activated flashing red lights and have the stop arm extended. In most circumstances, you need to stop regardless of what side of the road you...
Back to School: 12 rural North Texas districts welcome back students
DALLAS - Summer vacation is over for more North Texas students as they head back to class. Twelve districts in mostly rural areas are welcoming students back on Thursday. Some of those districts include Alvarado, Valley View, and Van ISDs. By this point, nearly all kids in North Texas have...
Attorny General May Sue Over State Fair Gun Ban
We’re sweating through the hottest part of the summer, but Ercot says the grid is holding up well. Vice President of Systems Planning and Weatherization KristiHhobbs says companies have shown interest in bringing 22 gigawatts of new natural gas plants to Texas. And she says we need it because peak demand could double just over …
Texas Community College Goes Viral Over Insane Video Involving Steer
It's been said that we do things differently in Texas. We're known for our rugged individualism, strong sense of self-reliance, and being prone to going over the top for a good time. This is embodied in a recent viral video of what's called "Ranch Day" at Cisco College in Cisco, Texas. It's the most "Texas" thing you've ever seen.
Bars Are Opting For Higher Age Requirements- Will Texas Follow The Trend?
As a Millennial person, I strive to be inclusive and welcoming to people despite any differences we may have, however, one demographic can be challenging at times- them kids. Don't get me wrong, I like Gen Z for many reasons, particularly bringing back 90s fashion, which I am ancient enough to have participated in the first time.
Texas Cities Among Highest In U.S. For Personal Debt Collection
Several Texas cities rank among the highest in the country for debt collection, according to a new study by personal finance website WalletHub. Debt collection accounts — considered an indicator of financial struggles — allow original lenders to recoup some money by selling unpaid debt to a collection agency. Debt collection can devastate credit scores, remaining on a credit report for up to seven years.
LOOK: Texans Favorite Handgun Calibers Are Changing & Here’s Why!
For decades, the .45 ACP and .38 Special calibers have been staples among the top three most popular handgun rounds in Texas. But with the rise in women signing up for concealed carry classes—especially since the onset of COVID-19—these preferences are beginning to shift. As more women arm themselves, they are increasingly choosing calibers that suit their needs and preferences.
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