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Mississippi man killed in Texas helicopter crash
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Jackson, Mississippi, man was killed during a helicopter crash in Texas. Troopers with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) said they responded to the crash near County Road 2048 in Newton County on Friday, August 23. They were notified just before 1:30 p.m. that the helicopter, which was used […]
Oncor donates thousands to volunteer fire departments across West Texas
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Oncor Cares Foundation donated $650,000 to fire departments across West and Northwest Texas. The foundation said the money will be used to support critical training and equipment. Oncor chose to give to volunteer fire departments across 17 counties based on their volunteer status, community value, and land conditions, specifically, departments in areas […]
Texas Community Colleges Are Leading The Way In Education
Texas is setting the standard for the future of education, and it’s time the rest of the nation takes notice. With 50 community college districts spread across the state, Texas is leading the charge in preparing the next generation of workers for the family-sustaining jobs of tomorrow. These institutions aren’t just offering education; they’re offering opportunity—an opportunity that every state should be striving to replicate.
These are the Top 10 Most Expensive Private High Schools in Texas
The average yearly tuition at a private high school in Texas is $12,161. That's according to Private School Review. There are some schools that fall well below that norm, such as Chinquapin Preparatory School in Highlands, Texas. The yearly tuition there is $1,170. That is the cheapest tuition to any private high school in Texas.
Texas’ Smallest High School Has An Enrollment In The Single Digits
I used to always think my former high school in Texas was small, but as it turns out, it was pretty midsized. It was one of those places where you knew everyone in your high school class, along with the upper and lower classes, but you didn't all necessarily talk. The same thing applied to the small town of Brownsboro, TX where it was located.
Arkansas Gas Prices are Dropping Just in Time for Labor Day Weekend
Many Americans will be hitting the road this Labor Day weekend for one last summer outing as the season comes to a close. If you are planning on traveling to Arkansas gas prices are coming down just in time for the long Labor Day holiday weekend. According to a report...
Several new local projects included in TxDOT’s ‘record’ infrastructure investment
PERMIAN BASIN (KMID/KPEJ) – Governor Greg Abbott announced a $148 billion investment in Texas transportation infrastructure, with the recent approval of the Unified Transportation Program. The investment included the unanimous adoption of the more than $104 billion 10-year infrastructure plan by the Texas Department of Transportation, aimed at improving safety, addressing congestion and connectivity, and […]
WATCH: Pep Rallies In Texas Are Simply Something Else
High school sports in Texas are truly a spectacle aren't they?. Everything is bigger here in the Lone Star State, and the passion for sports here is second to none. We've all seen a packed stadium for a highly anticipated matchup of two great teams haven't we? There's even been some classic calls posted to the internet of some of the games.
Announcing Our Executive Director: Loren Lynch
The board of directors of the Texas Democracy Foundation is thrilled to announce Loren Lynch as Executive Director of the Texas Observer, effective immediately. Loren stepped into the role of interim ED last September, and we are grateful and excited that she will now continue in this permanent position. As ED, Loren is responsible for the Observer’s organizational strategy, finances, and business operations.
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