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BANNED FOR LIFE: Buc-ee’s Bans A Service Duck And Its Owner From Stores
A Wild Story Involving A Service Duck, Its Owner And The Famous "Beaver" Has Social Media Talking. As we sit here in Texas, its been fun watching Buc-ee's expand all across the country and seeing the reaction from folks who make their first trip to the popular travel center. But...
You Won’t Believe These Massive Hammerhead Sharks In Texas
Texas angler Rodrigo Rodriguez caught his largest shark yet after reeling in a massive hammerhead shark while fishing in Port Aransas in June. Rodriguez, a Houston resident, said the shark measured over 13 feet long. Rodriguez said he has caught a couple of other big sharks that are closer to...
States pledged hundreds of troops and spent millions to help Texas at the border so far this year
More than a dozen Republican governors gathered in Eagle Pass in February, heeding a call from Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to confront what he labeled “President Joe Biden’s border crisis.” The governors, along with other GOP state leaders, vowed to send another round of National Guard troops from their states to the Texas-Mexico border. With shifts […] The post States pledged hundreds of troops and spent millions to help Texas at the border so far this year appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Christmas in July Aquatic Event
Get ready for a splash of holiday cheer at Pleasant Glade Pool! We’re turning up the festive spirit with our Christmas in July event, the perfect way to beat the summer heat. There will be crafts, themed activities, food trucks, and of course, plenty of Christmas music to get you in the the spirit. Don’t miss out on this merry celebration for the whole family! All ages.
Cowboys make shocking Dak Prescott decision
As the start of the Dallas Cowboys’ training camp approaches, quarterback Dak Prescott remains without a new contract extension. And it doesn’t appear that extending the three-time Pro Bowl selection is the Cowboys’ top priority, with Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reporting that Dallas will first deal with attempting to sign star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb to a new deal.
Cowboys' 'biggest bust for 2024' is already painfully obvious
Hang in there, Dallas Cowboys fans. The home stretch of July has arrived, which mean training camp content will soon consume the Cowboys news cycle. With the entire NFL on summer break, content has been few and far between for the last month. Because of that, media outlets are in...
'He's a beast': TCU transfer Damonic Williams making strong 1st impression at Oklahoma
DALLAS — Danny Stutsman noticed two things about Damonic Williams after the former TCU defensive tackle arrived at Oklahoma this summer: his massive size and his innate leadership qualities. Williams, who transferred to Oklahoma during the post-spring portal cycle, has quickly ingratiated himself with his new team and made...
Country singer Neal McCoy attends Texas Sheriffs Conference
FORT WORTH, Texas — Country singer Neal McCoy made an appearance at the Texas Sheriffs Conference in Fort Worth this year, taking time to greet representatives from the Refugio County Sheriff's Office. Pictured left-to-right in a photo provided by the Refugio County Sheriff's Office are Kleberg County Attorney's Office...
Baby's body found in Fort Worth dumpster, officials say
FORT WORTH, Texas - Fort Worth police are working to find the person who left a baby in a dumpster. The baby was found dead in a dumpster on Norma Street on July 14. Fort Worth police say no arrests have been made. Because it is an active investigation, police...
Countdown to Kickoff 2024: 40 Days
James McFarland earned 2014 Peach Bowl Defensive MVP with an end zone interception 40 | DL James McFarland (2012-2016) Another in a series of iconic plays in TCU history, defensive lineman James McFarland’s second quarter interception of Ole Miss QB Bo Wallace in the end zone was the early nail in the Rebels’ coffin as the Horned Frogs dominated in a 42-3 romp in the 2014 Peach Bowl. McFarland would earn Defensive Player of the Game with four tackles including two for loss and a sack, showing the much hyped “Land Shark” Mississippi squad how an actual elite defense looks....
Roads back open after fire truck crash caused major traffic backups in Dallas
DALLAS — Four Dallas firefighters were injured after a fire truck drove off Interstate 345 onto DART Tracks below the roadway, officials said. The incident occurred just after 6 a.m. Sunday on Interstate 345 and South Good Latimer Expressway, officials said in a release. Four members of Dallas Fire-Rescue were transported from the scene to Baylor University Medical Center, officials said. All four firefighters are in stable condition, officials said.
Weather Service – Texas at Risk for Excessive Rainfall Monday
When you think of the Texas landscape you probably picture the beautiful wildflowers of the Texas Hill Country. Or maybe you're more of a mind to think of far west Texas and a more unforgiving landscape. Or perhaps your mind's eye sees the Piney Woods when you think of Texas.
Several Texas delegates coalesce behind Kamala Harris after Joe Biden abandons reelection
"Several Texas delegates coalesce behind Kamala Harris after Joe Biden abandons reelection" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
Sunday Night Forecast: Wet Weather and Lower Temperatures Ahead
TONIGHT: 40% Chance of Storms Mainly After 1:00 A.M. Low 72. Calm.MONDAY: Partly Cloudy. 60% Chance of Storms. High 87. Calm.MONDAY NIGHT: Mostly Cloudy. 60% Chance of Storms. Low 71. Calm.TUESDAY: Mostly Cloudy. 60% Chance of Storms. High 85. Wind SW 3.Thunderstorms will continue each day throughout the week. Much of East Texas could receive […]
Republican former state Rep. Jim Pitts has died at 77
Former state Rep. Jim Pitts, a Waxahachie Republican who served as chief budget writer for the Texas House for close to a decade, died shortly before midnight on Saturday. He was 77. Pitts died at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas surrounded by his loved ones, according to a Sunday...
IBWC head tells South Texas leaders Mexico will send ‘some water’
U.S. International Boundary and Water Commissioner Maria-Elena Giner met privately this week in the Rio Grande Valley with local leaders and told them that Mexico does intend to send some water it owes to South Texas, but leaders tell Border Report they worry it won't be enough as the region and farmers suffer.
Texas announces tax-free weekend for back-to-school shopping
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar has announced the annual Sales Tax Holiday, set for August 9-11, 2024, allowing shoppers to purchase qualifying items tax-free. The tax-free weekend applies to most clothing, footwear, school supplies, and backpacks sold for less than $100, whether bought in-store or online from Texas-based sellers. "The Comptroller encourages all taxpayers to support Texas businesses while saving money on tax-free purchases," stated the press release.
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