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New York Bans Gas Powered Lawn Equipment. Is Texas Next?
There's been a lot of movement lately in the United States about going electric for many different things powered by gas. We've seen a huge push for electric cars lately, and now some states are banning gas-powered lawn equipment. So, is Texas going to fall into that spot?. Here's what...
Texas DPS ramps up Fourth of July enforcement with Operation CARE
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is intensifying its enforcement efforts for the Fourth of July holiday, including the Operation Crash Awareness Reduction Effort (CARE), which runs from July 3-7. Operation CARE is a specialized campaign where Texas Highway Patrol Troopers will patrol for drivers who are speeding, intoxicated, not complying with Texas’ Move Over, Slow Down law, or violating other laws, according to a press release from DPS. ...
Fireworks And 11 More Events Happening In East Texas This Weekend
Fireworks, cookouts, family, friends, and good times are on the agenda for this weekend as we continue to celebrate the 4th of July. With the 4th falling on a Thursday hopefully, it gives you an extended four-day weekend. If not, then hopefully an extra day off during the week!. We'll...
Important Vehicle Inspection Reminder from Texas DPS
It's the moment that probably a lot of us have been waiting for. Beginning on January 1st, 2025, Texas DPS will no longer require your vehicle to pass a safety inspection test. Why? Because there won't even BE any safety inspection tests to speak of!. Now, Texas DPS recently sent...
Did We Make The List? FBI’s 2024 Most Dangerous Cities In Texas
When it comes to where we live, we never want it to be considered one of the most dangerous places to live. Here is the FBI's 2024 list of most dangerous cities and one of them is not that far from us. The information is based on crime statistics from January 2023 through September 2023. Violent crimes are any crimes that include murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.
Was Johnny Frank Garrett Wrongfully Accused of Murder In Texas?
The story of Johnny Frank Garrett is a chilling reminder of the flaws in our justice system, especially in Texas. Let me tell you about Johnny, a man whose case shook up legal proceedings and sparked conversations about justice, innocence, and the death penalty. According to an article from The...
Texas Teen Harassed at Snow Cone Stand Over Refund [VIDEO]
Pro tip, don't cuss out the teen workers when they actually help you out. Well with temperatures in the triple digits throughout the state of Texas right now, everyone is trying to find ways to cool off. Around this time of the year, the local snow cone stand is the perfect cool treat on a hot day. Unfortunately at one stand the past week, the teenage workers were called derogatory names over a simple misunderstanding.
H-E-B recalls Hill Country Fare mustard potato salad
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A recall was issued for an H-E-B food item ahead of Fourth of July celebrations and cookouts. The Hill Country Fare three-pound (48 oz.) mustard potato salad has been recalled due to possible pieces of hard plastic and foreign items that may be present in the packaging.
This Texas City Has The Longest Running Fourth of July Celebration in Texas
One of the longest running Independence Day celebrations in America can be found right here in Texas. In fact, the celebration has been going on for so many years that it's known as the longest running Fourth of July celebration west of the Mississippi. It's also led to Round Top, Texas being known as the Fourth of July Capitol of Texas.
Houston native wins Miss Grand Texas 2024 title, going for the national crown
HOUSTON (KIAH) – It was a chance of a lifetime! Karina Ramirez was given the opportunity to compete for the title of Miss Grand Texas 2024. Ramirez was crowned “Miss Grand Texas” 20224! The pageant is part of the “Miss Grand International” which was founded in 2013 by a Thai television host and producer. The pageant was founded in Thailand amidst a political crisis, inspiring the organizers to use the slogan ‘No mob, Stop the Wars‘ as part of its identity, later rephrased to ‘Stop the War and Violence‘ in the following year. The pageant aims to promote peace by being against all kinds of conflicts.
Topgolf Ice Cream Truck Coming To North Texas
Cool down this summer with Topgolf's new ice cream truck, set to make its way through North Texas. As part of a summer initiative, the brand has introduced an ice cream truck journeying from California to New England. Along its route, the truck will make stops at multiple North Texas Topgolf locations, distributing complimentary ice cream and Topgolf merchandise to attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. Schedule: - July 13: Fort Worth - July 15: The Colony - July 16: Park Lane - July 17: Allen To learn more, or to follow the ice cream truck’s journey, check out its Instagram. In addition to the truck, Topgolf is...
What to know about hurricane evacuation routes
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In order to seek safety and escape the threat of a hurricane, evacuations can be an effective strategy for families to follow. Depending on the intensity of a hurricane, county officials may require mandatory evacuations to escape high winds and flooding conditions immediately. The Texas Department of Transportation has created five […]
Blood and resilience: New exhibit shows Mexican American struggles in Texas
The white walls of the Beatrice M. Haggerty Gallery at the University of Dallas are adorned with red plaques recounting one of the most violent periods in Texas history. Each plaque vividly depicts the challenges and hardships faced by Mexican Americans in the early 1900s. “Life and Death on The...
Texas heat poses deadly risk: Reminder to never leave children unattended in vehicles
WACO, Texas — As summer brings in the notorious Texas heat, Waco Police Department officials are reminding residents about the severe dangers of leaving children unattended in hot vehicles. This year, five children nationwide have already lost their lives due to being left in hot vehicles. Pediatric vehicular heatstroke...
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