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Dr. Joan Otten Named Lone Finalist For Early ISD Superintendent Opening
Early ISD posted the following information on Facebook Wednesday morning:. The Early Independent School District Board of Trustees is excited to announce that Dr. Joan Otten has been named the lone finalist for the position of superintendent of the Early ISD. She has been serving students in education for over two decades in small and large school districts. She started teaching English at Karen’s High School and then in Corsicana High School. She has also served as the Associate Principal at Mabank High School and English and Social Studies Curriculum Director for Corsicana ISD. Recently, Dr. Otten has been in the Katy ISD in the role of GT and Advanced Academics Director.
Finishing Touches Taking Place For Gordon Wood Stadium Turf
As of Wednesday afternoon, the new artificial turf installation at Gordon Wood Stadium was in the home stretch. At the beginning of the week, the addition of infill was all that was remaining for a project that began April 27. The last time the turf was replaced at Gordon Wood...
Alamo plans for joining New Tech Network
Jul. 3—Starting next fall, Alamo STEAM Academy will become part of the New Tech Network, just like George H.W. Bush New Tech Odessa. Principal Elisha Sessions hopes the move will draw more attention to Alamo, which she says is one of the hidden gems in Ector County ISD. Sessions is just finishing her second year as principal at Alamo. She was assistant principal for three years before that. ...
West Nile Virus Confirmed in Lubbock Mosquitoes
Recently, the City of Lubbock confirmed that there are mosquitoes in the Hub City carrying West Nile Virus (WNV). According to the CDC, WNV is most commonly spread through mosquitoes who have recently fed off of infected birds. Luckily, humans are considered to be "dead end hosts" due to the...
VIDEO: Drivers In Houston, Texas Discover Naked Person In Tree
Driving in Texas can sometimes be an experience. We've all seen at least one individual while out on the Texas roadways do something silly while driving right? Somebody going way over the speed limit, an individual not using a turn signal, or perhaps they're blasting music at an insane volume.
Garland, Texas Celebrates Governor's Community Achievement Award for Civic Excellence
Garland, a Texas community dedicated to environmental and community betterment, has caught the attention of state leaders with its recent recognition. The city was presented with the 2024 Governor's Community Achievement Award, an honor celebrating diverse aspects of civic excellence from litter prevention to beautification efforts. Garland's pride was on...
My son’s last words were ‘What’s happening to me?’ Family demands answers after 13-year-old shot to death in SW Houston
HOUSTON – 13-year-old Anthony Lopez’s stepmother, Anji Cardinal and his mother, Monica Medina, held onto each other Wednesday as they talked about the moment they learned he died in a shooting. “The only reason we knew he was gone was because his friend, who tried to save his...
TxDOT asks for public feedback on $104 billion 10-year plan
TEXAS (KETK) – The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is asking for the public’s input on a drafted 10-year transportation plan. The public comment period begins on Friday and ends on Aug. 5. The draft 2025 Unified Transportation Program proposes $104.2 billion in transportation, the second year in a row that the UTP plan exceeds […]
116 Texas Stores Now At Risk For Massive Closure
Another massive nationwide retailer that has a huge footprint in Texas could be the next to start shuttering stores as they have already declared that a Chapter 11 bankruptcy could be announced very soon. Many of the stores that have been recently closing and going belly up across the Lone...
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...
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...
One Blood Donation Could Save Three Lives
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – As Texans prepare to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks and festivities, hospitals across the state are facing a critical shortage of blood donations, heightening concerns about their ability to treat potential injuries from holiday accidents. Last year alone, thousands of firework-related injuries were reported in Texas, many affecting children. According […]
Traveling for Fourth of July? So are a record-breaking 5.6M Texans, AAA says
They say everything’s bigger in Texas, and if AAA estimates are right, the state will break travel records this Independence Day weekend. A record-breaking 5.6 million people are expected to roam the state over the Fourth of July holiday, which is set to be the biggest Independence Day for travel in Texas history, according to AAA.
Skinner awarded for investment education commitment
— Tyler County Auditor Jackie Skinner was recognized recently by the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) for five years of outstanding dedication to county investment education. The honor was presented during the 2024 Conference of the County Investment Academy held June 10-12 in Irving. Skinner stood out as one of...
Texas, Your Decorations MIGHT Be A Flag Code Violation
Independence Day is nearly here, and if you’re in Texas, you’re probably gearing up with all things red, white, and blue. But before you stock up on those American flag-themed paper plates and T-shirts, you might want to pause. You could be stepping into a Flag Code violation!
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