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West Texas Convenience Store Plans To Open Location In East Texas
There's a gas station and convenience store brand that Texans, especially in West Texas cities like Amarillo and Lubbock swear by and for once, NO, we're not talking about "Buc-ee's". Of course in other areas of Texas, the "beaver" may reign supreme and is starting their trek towards global domination...
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...
As the Rio Grande runs dry, South Texas cities look to alternatives for water
This story was originally 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. The Rio Grande is no longer a reliable source of water for South Texas. That’s the sobering...
Heavy Rainfall Expected in South-East Texas: Flooding Concerns Rise
Corpus Christi, TX – Heavy rain is set to continue across Texas through the weekend, bringing significant flooding risks. Recent days of consistent rainfall have left soils saturated, increasing the likelihood of rapid flooding development. According to the US National Weather Service in Corpus Christi, periods of heavy rain...
The Chupacabra: Are Texans in Danger from This Mysterious Threat?
We continue our series on Texas Cryptids with one proven real, even if it isn't exactly what it seems. There's a lot of things you can see on a Saturday night in Texas. You can see people wilding after a college football game. You can see cars lined up on a local drag. One thing you probably don't want to see is a blood-thirsty feral animal. Texas is home to the Chupacabra and it's VERY real.
Williamson and Bell County Authorities Seize Over 115,000 Pills in Massive Drug Bust
In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) led a two-day operation that led to the seizure of over 115,000 pills and other narcotics in Williamson and Bell counties. KXAN reports that the operation began with an investigation at a residence on San Milan Pass in Round Rock on July 22, revealing an array of suspected fentanyl pills.
VIDEO: Man leads Hutto police on pursuit, ends in Round Rock
HUTTO, Texas — The Hutto Police Department shared a video of a suspect leading officers on a pursuit earlier this month. On July 2, the department received a report of an assault that occurred at an apartment complex near the intersection of Ed Schmidt Boulevard and Chris Kelley Boulevard. The suspect, later identified as Lawrence Caleb Demont White, also had a felony parole violation warrant issued by the State of Texas.
Restaurant Report Card for Central Texas: 7.25.24
(KWTX) - Here’s this week’s restaurant report card for Central Texas:. Pollos El Rey at 2418 Grim Avenue in Waco failed a renewal inspection with an 85. (15 demerits) According to the food safety worker, a box of raw chicken was not kept at the right temperature. It was thrown out.
Texas Is the 4th Worst-Paying State in the U.S. for Carpenters
The construction and real estate industries are undergoing significant shifts in 2024. While the residential sector experienced a boom during the COVID-19 pandemic, new home construction has now declined from its 2022 peak. In contrast, public sector construction has seen steady growth, fueled by major legislative efforts like the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act.
Pflugerville ISD's Hope Pfest offers back-to-school assistance to over 1000
PFLUGERVILLE, Texas - With the start of the school year just a few weeks away, Pflugerville ISD opened its doors a bit early to help families check off their back-to-school lists. On Saturday morning, the Connally High School gym was packed. "It’s a little chaotic, but it’s really cool," said...
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