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Don't wait too long | Here is the last day to register to vote in Texas
HOUSTON — President Joe Biden’s sudden exit from the presidential race has shed a spotlight on how long we have before the November General Election gets here. On Sunday, just over 16 weeks before the Nov. 5 General Election, Biden announced he would be exiting the race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement.
Residential solar is growing in Texas amid worries about reliable power during events like Hurricane Beryl
“Residential solar is growing in Texas amid worries about reliable power during events like Hurricane Beryl” 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. This story is published in partnership with Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, independent news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. Sign up for the ICN newsletter here.
Two Gentlemen Settle Disagreement with Hands in Texas Traffic
Texas Showdown: Road Rage Turns into Fisticuffs on Trinity Mills Blvd. For reasons still unclear, two motorists found themselves in a heated dispute. You can watch the altercation in its entirety in the video below. Circling it Up. Passersby watched in disbelief as the scene unfolded. The sun beat down,...
Republican former state Rep. Jim Pitts has died at 77
DALLAS — This article was originally published by our content partners at the Texas Tribune. You can read the original article here. 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.
Texas Murderer Spared From Execution Over DNA Testing Concerns
Ruben Gutierrez was spared being executed less than an hour before it was scheduled to take place, leaving the victim's family devastated. Gutierrez was set to be put to death just after 6 pm on Tuesday, July 16th, 2024, but it looks like things have changed. His arguments regarding DNA testing in a lower court ruling led to an order to halt the execution by the high court.
Get Ready to Save on School Supplies During the Texas Sales Tax Free Weekend
Whether we like it or not, we are entering that time of year in Texas where it's time to get the kids ready for back to school. Part of going back to school is back-to-school shopping. Parents have to purchase school supplies, clothes, backpacks, and shoes. It's Very Expensive. Luckily,...
Texas Based Furniture Store Plans To Close Nearly 100 Stores Soon
A Lot Of Businesses Have Been Struggling To Get Back On Their Feet In Post-Pandemic Texas Including Another Big Retailer. Many stores are grappling with supply chain disruptions, which have led to delays in receiving inventory and increased costs. Additionally, changes in consumer behavior, such as the shift towards online shopping and rising living costs have forced consumers to cut back on discretionary spending, including furniture purchases with many opting for budget-friendly options.
Texas Is The Number One Worst State In Nation For Pests
There are many animals in the state of Texas. With so much surface area covered by the state, you're bound to see one animal you've never seen before. I mean, some of us have seen a fox run past us in Texas right?. Not all animals are friendly to humans...
CenterPoint Energy Has Fully Restored Power in Southeast Texas
(WBAP/KLIF) – Nearly two weeks after Hurricane Beryl made landfall, Center Point Energy has finally restored power to customers in Southeast Texas. On Saturday afternoon, the company stated that the only people left without power are those with too much damage for their homes to be repaired. Initially, more...
Fellow member of Congress remembers late Sheila Jackson Lee
HOUSTON – Better known as “The Congresswoman,” Sheila Jackson Lee has passed away after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 74. Lee lived a life of service for the Houston community. First as a City of Houston Councilwoman and then for 29 years as a Congresswoman representing the Texas 18th Congressional District.
Alumni of all-Black school in rural Rusk County start first phase of restoration project
MOUNT ENTERPRISE, Texas — The groundbreaking phase one for the restoration of the Concord Rosenwald School, a former all-Black school in southeastern part of Rusk County kicked off Saturday. This is a school that proves resilience, determination and the unity of African Americans in the 1900s. "It will bring...
Tickets for the Popular Lufkin’s Bistro Go On Sale On August 2
Tickets for one of East Texas' most popular yearly events will soon go on sale. Lufkin’s Bistro presented by Brookshire Brothers, the premier food and drink event of the year, is scheduled to take place on October 5, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM in the heart of downtown Lufkin on South 1st Street.
East Texas Forage Conference set for Aug. 16 in Hallsville
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host the East Texas Forage Conference on Aug. 16 in Hallsville. The event will be from 8:15 a.m.-3 p.m. at Gold Hall, 101 Elm St. Cost is $20, and people interested in attending should call the AgriLife Extension office in Gregg County at 903-236-8429 by Aug. 5 to RSVP.
KBSA and KLDN Technical issues due to no AC
Our transmitter facilities in El Dorado and Lufkin are both experiencing air conditioning problems, which is causing extreme audio drop outs in our broadcasts at the moment. We have requested that the tower owners dispatch their AC service people. We appreciate your patience, and remind you that you may listen online via our website or via the Red River Radio app.
SEVERAL CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS UNDERWAY THROUGHOUT NISD
Several summer construction projects are being overseen by NISD’s Plant Services Department, including improvements at Thomas J. Rusk Elementary that will include new driveway and parking surfaces behind the campus. Other projects include renovations at the district’s plant services facility on Douglass Road, the Nettie Marshall campus on Cox...
71-year-old Longview woman found safe
UPDATE: Roberts was found safe, according to authorities. LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) – The Longview Police Department said they are looking for a 71-year-old woman who’s been missing since July 8. Deborah Roberts, 71 of Longview, is a 5-foot 3-inch tall white woman who weighs around 150 pounds and has brown eyes and brown hair. She […]
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