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Texas Ranked Worst State In America For Quality Of Life
Results from a recent study just dropped a bombshell for Texas, dubbing it the absolute worst state to live in America. According to a recent CNBC study, it's not all boot-scootin' big smiles in the Lone Star state. Healthcare is scarce, and money problems are hitting hard, making life tough for many Texans every single day.
Texas now has ammunition vending machines
Upon seeing it, I was taken aback by the uniqueness and innovation of this vending machine. While there are numerous types of vending machines available, this one stood out to me. In grocery stores located in Alabama, Oklahoma, and Texas, patrons can now purchase ammunition via computerized vending machines. This...
The Texas Woman Who Was Executed For Killing Three of Five Husbands
Have you heard to story of Betty Lou Beets? She was no doubt plagues with a harder life than most. At the age of three she lost her hearing after contracting measles. When she was 12 her mother was institutionalized and after that she was forced to take care of her siblings and her sexually abusive father.
The Rodeo distributes $1.4 million in scholarships to 70 FFA members across Texas
Seventy FFA members representing 57 FFA chapters from across Texas were presented with $1.4 million in scholarships from the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo during the 96th Annual Texas FFA State Convention. Scholarship recipients were selected by Texas FFA officials based on the students’ involvement with the program, academic and...
PD: Car drives into backyard after reckless driving
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Edinburg police responded to a car that drove into a backyard on Monday. Police responded to the 500 block of Central Park Street regarding a single-vehicle accident. The vehicle drove into a backyard after striking a brick wall. Witnesses at the scene stated the driver was being reckless before the accident. […]
SVREP and WCVI Mourn the Loss of Chairman of the Board of Directors Juan Maldonado
Southwest Voter Registration Education Project (SVREP) and William C. Velásquez Institute (WCVI) mourn the incredible loss to the Latino community from the passing of Juan Maldonado. He served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of SVREP and WCVI. Juan Maldonado died on July 5, 2024 after battling an illness.
CCSO: Two arrested for stealing phone with cheating proof
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Sheriff’s deputies arrested two women who they say participated in an aggravated robbery. At approximately 9:55 p.m. on June 25, deputies responded to the 2300 block of Magdalena Avenue in Brownsville in reference to an aggravated robbery. Upon arrival, deputies learned that the victim had been robbed of his […]
CCSO: Woman arrested for assaulting officer
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a woman Thursday for allegedly pulling an officer close to her with force. At 8:29 a.m. Thursday, deputies responded to a report of loud music at the 6000 block of Maverick Road in Brownsville. The source of the music was coming from an unoccupied Cadillac Escalade […]
Driscoll, CCISD offer back to school goods to parents
Don’t worry if you haven’t bought your child’s school supplies just yet. Driscoll is partnering with LEAD First and Corpus Christi Independent School District to deliver all your back-to-school needs in one place!. The 18th annual Happy Health: Back to School Health Fair will feature school supplies...
Edinburg suspect gets $1 million bond for ‘intentionally’ hitting duo with truck
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The suspect who allegedly ran over two people with his truck this past weekend was arraigned at the Edinburg Municipal Court on Monday. Luis Antonio Garza, 26, admitted to getting into an argument with one of the victims over $100 that was owed to him. Garza further admitted to intentionally hitting […]
The Perseid meteor shower will light skies across Texas through Aug. 24. See when and where
In addition to the brightest meteor shower of the year, Texans can also see the Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids that will peak in visibility at the end of July. The Perseid meteor shower has returned, bringing a stunning celestial display for stargazers across the state as it illuminates night skies across Texas.
Wow, Here’s 5 of the Biggest Drug Busts in Texas History
Texas has seen its share of drug busts, and some of them are so huge, they almost sound like something straight out of a Hollywood movie. Operations like these not only show the sheer scale of drug trafficking but also highlight the tireless efforts of law enforcement to keep dangerous substances off the streets.
Watch Bun B Hand Out Hot Meals in Texas at Kroger Water Event
Bun B and Trillburgers Spread Hope with Hot Meals at Northeast Houston’s Kroger Water Distribution Event. Legendary rapper Bun B and his popular food venture, Trillburgers, took to the streets of northeast Houston to distribute hot meals at a Kroger water distribution event. This heartfelt gesture resonated deeply with...
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