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Aftermarket 101 goes on the road to Texas
Northwood University’s University of the Aftermarket is taking its Aftermarket 101 class on the road to Texas next month. It’s happening Sept. 17-18 at the Embassy Suites, DFW North 2401 Bass Pro Dr. Grapevine, TX 76051. Northwood said students will examine every link in the value chain, compare various channels of distribution, identify key players, evaluate the viewpoint of different industry segments, meet industry thought leaders, and network with peers.
Long-time ag teacher receives honor
AUSTIN — Centerville’s Lawrence Allen Oliver was Inducted Into the 2024 Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas Hall of Fame in July at the Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas annual Professional Development Conference. During the award ceremony, ATAT inducted 45 teachers from across the state to its 2024 Agriculture...
Continuous Violence Against the Family and Robbery Top Booking Report
SAN ANGELO, TX - Corrections Officers at the Tom Green County Jail report that 26 individuals have been booked on charges ranging from criminal trespass to continuous violence against the family. There are currently 449 individuals booked in the Tom Green County Jail.
Authorities Searching for San Antonio Woman Believed to Be in San Angelo Area
SAN ANGELO, TX — The Kendall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office and the Boerne Police Department are requesting the public’s assistance in locating Andrea Renee Barickman, 48, who is wanted for her alleged involvement in mail theft and other crimes.
Marijuana user cannot be banned from gun ownership, US court rules
(Reuters) - A U.S. appeals court on Wednesday ruled that a pot-smoking gun owner in Texas cannot be prosecuted for violating a federal ban on users of illegal drugs owning firearms, saying it is unconstitutional to disarm her based on her past drug habits.
Princeton Officer, Suspect Wounded In Shootout
A Princeton police officer and a suspect were hospitalized early Thursday morning after a shootout. Officers were called to an assault at about 3am. They located the suspect who attacked the officer with a weapon, leading to both receiving gunshot wounds. Both the officer and the unidentified suspect are in stable condition at area hospitals. …
BUSTED: Most Commonly Stolen Items From Texas Wal-Mart Stores
And a lot of people getting busted for it. Here in Texas, even misdemeanor theft can result in jail time and hefty fines. Walmart is the largest retailer in the U.S. and has 517 locations throughout Texas. Walmart constantly has to deal with "shrink" which is retail lingo for theft, from both consumers and "inside jobs."
Watch: Wild Texas Dust Devil Engulfs Cameraman
Texas dust devils are on a whole other level. Having lived most of my life in Northwest Texas, I have seen many dust devils. Most have been small and would never be mistaken for a tornado. When I was a kid, I wouldn’t hesitate to run through one. I did...
Police Are Seeking Texas Most Wanted Murderer Ernest Christopher Nathan
Police in the state of Texas are seeking Ernest Christopher Nathan for the crime of murder. Here's what is known about Nathan, as well as his crimes not just in Texas, but in another state as well. Ernest Christopher Nathan And The Crimes He Committed. According to the Texas Department...
Texas Woman Adds Pond to Ranch for Wildlife Relief
In the scorching Texas heat, with temperatures soaring to a sweltering 113 degrees, one woman found a way to make her ranch the coolest place in town—literally. But it wasn’t for her or her family; it was for the local wildlife. Impromptu Oasis. When the heat wave hit,...
Texas Lawmaker Proposes Later School Year Start to Reduce Power Grid Strain
AUSTIN, TX — A Texas state lawmaker has suggested delaying the start of the school year to reduce stress on the state’s power grid, which has been reported to be under significant strain due to record-breaking electricity demand during the summer months.
Labor Day Weekend Events And Happenings Around In East Texas
Labor Day weekend 2024 is here! Labor Day was declared a national holiday in 1894 and is observed on the first Monday of September to honor and recognize the American Labor movement that grew from a violent clash between labor and police in Chicago in 1886 when thousands of workers took to the street demanding an eight-hour workday. (Google)
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