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Q&A: Texas Freedom Network explains the role of politics in local school boards
Emily Witt is a senior communications and media strategist for the Texas Freedom Network. (Courtesy Texas Freedom Network) The Texas Freedom Network was founded about 30 years ago to be “the watchdogs of the religious right at the State Board of Education level," said Emily Witt, senior communications and media strategist. Over time, the organization began monitoring public education bills at the Texas Legislature and advocating for legislation that supports public schools.
Texas Rainfall Brings Out ‘Toxic’ Worms that Regenerate When Chopped in Half
The recent excessive rainfall in the Houston area has brought an unexpected and toxic guest out of hiding: the hammerhead flatworm. These invasive worms, known for their distinctive hammer-shaped heads, emerge from their subterranean homes due to the massive amounts of precipitation. Danger Lurking in Your Yard. These flatworms can...
15-year-old Mississippi murder suspect captured in his mother’s Texas apartment
BROOKHAVEN, Miss. (WLBT) - A teen connected to a murder at a Mississippi apartment complex has been captured by the U.S. Marshals. Christian Collins, 15, was wanted in connection with a shooting at a Brookhaven apartment complex that left a 23-year-old dead in June. Collins was captured in his mother’s...
West Nile Virus Cases Increases In North Texas
As summer continues, bugs and insects are becoming more active. But with the influx of mosquitos, the West Nile Virus is spreading in North Texas. Denton County recently reported the first positive human case of the West Nile Virus in 2024. According to Denton County Public Health, the community member lives in Sanger and was diagnosed with West Nile Virus Neuroinvasive Disease. So far this year, 25 mosquito traps used in Denton County to monitor the virus have tested positive. Other counties such as Collin also tested positive for West Nile virus, however, no human cases were reported. In Collin County, traps...
Newly Constructed Ramp Set to Open for I-20 and US 287 in Arlington's $2.1 Billion Southeast Connector Project
The Texas Department of Transportation's monumental Southeast Connector Project continues to evolve with the pending opening of a new interchange ramp. This ramp, which connects I-20 westbound to US 287 southbound, is scheduled to welcome travelers starting at 6 a.m. on Monday, July 29. The project, with an estimated $2.1 billion budget, aims to overhaul approximately 11 miles of I-20, I-820, and US 287 by 2027, as reported by the City of Arlington.
Seven Dores Named East-West Shrine Bowl 1000 Watchlist
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Seven Vanderbilt football players have been selected to this year’s 2025 Shrine Bowl 1000 Watchlist. Mark Davis, Loic Founji, Steven Losoya, Diego Pavia, Eli Stowers, CJ Taylor and De’Rickey Wright were among the players the East-West Shrine Bowl staff selected, as announced Tuesday. The...
Bowling University Dates Set for October in Texas
Bowling University’s once-a-year School of Entertainment Center Management will be held at BPAA’s campus in Arlington, Texas, from Oct. 6-11. Topics of the program, aimed at owners and managers of FECs or bowling centers, include attraction operations, food and beverage service and execution, staff selection, game room operations and much more.
Dallas Parks and Recreation considering closing community pools to help cut budget
The Glendale swimming pool opened Thursday at noon. There wasn't a line waiting to get but people who live in the community say the pool is important to them. "I was here when they originally put the pool here," Glendale neighbor Kenneth Blair said. He said losing it would be...
‘It may be a reality for me’ admits Dak Prescott as he takes long pause while addressing uncertain Dallas Cowboys future
DALLAS Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is coming to terms with the fact that he may be on a new team in 2025. Prescott is playing on the final year of his contract with the Cowboys, and so far there has been no traction on a new deal. Prescott spoke with...
Suspect arrested after Dallas police shooting was wanted for March double murder
DALLAS - Dallas police have released the names of the three people arrested at a Northeast Dallas apartment complex on Thursday,. 17-year-old Eric Lampkin-Scarborough, 21-year-old Damon Price and 19-year-old Deantae Moore were arrested after ramming two police cruisers in a stolen truck. Police say Moore was wanted on two counts...
Kyrie Irving trade just got even better for Mavericks after Spencer Dinwiddie signing
The Dallas Mavericks are almost done carving out their roster as they just signed Spencer Dinwiddie to a one-year deal to return to Dallas following a stint with the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Lakers last season. The Mavs needed another ball handler badly, and Dinwiddie chose the Mavs over...
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