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Texas announces tax-free weekend for back-to-school shopping
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar has announced the annual Sales Tax Holiday, set for August 9-11, 2024, allowing shoppers to purchase qualifying items tax-free. The tax-free weekend applies to most clothing, footwear, school supplies, and backpacks sold for less than $100, whether bought in-store or online from Texas-based sellers. "The Comptroller encourages all taxpayers to support Texas businesses while saving money on tax-free purchases," stated the press release.
Denton jail employee arrested for official oppression
DENTON, Texas — A City of Denton Jail employee has been arrested for official oppression following an investigation into misconduct involving an inmate, according to the Denton Police Department. On July 17, 2024, an adult female victim reported that civilian jailer Miguel Mederos, a 22-year-old of Denton, Texas, offered...
'That need continues to grow': Fort Worth's Salvation Army family shelter unveils new, improved space
Fort Worth’s Salvation Army shelter is a better place for families experiencing homelessness after a monthslong renovation, shelter and city leaders said Tuesday. The Salvation Army cut the ribbon on the improved facility on E. Lancaster Avenue Tuesday morning. Tarrant County has seen a spike in family homelessness over the past few years.
Fayette County 4-H’ers attend Texas 4-H Congress
Texas 4-H Congress was held in Austin at the State Capitol from July 14-17.Attending from Fayette County were Reagan Moreau, Harper Mau, Logan Poncik and Cooper Mau, all members of the Fayetteville 4-H.Cooper Mau served on the leadership team and was chosen Speaker of the House.Around 300 youth and chaperones from the Texas 4-H program took part in the event.Texas 4-H Congress is a fourday mock…
Business Digest: Fitzpatrick honored, Mejia joins workforce board, Jacksonville names interim communications manager, UT Health announces new physician
Steve Fitzpatrick, of Tyler, was awarded the Texas Society of Architects (TxA) Award for Community Service in Honor of James D. Pfluger, FAIA on July 17. The TxA Honor Awards program recognizes exceptional members, firms, individuals and organizations for their outstanding achievements in supporting the profession of architecture, the built environment, and the quality of life in Texas.
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,...
Texas Is The Number One Worst State For Weather Related Power Outages
The Texas power grid is something that all residents worry about. When the power goes out, many things are lost. Lights are unable to be turned on, and depending on the the time of day, individuals may not be able to see for an extended period of time. Many reasons can be the cause for the power to disappear.
Devastating Fire Destroys Historic Texas Sanctuary
A four-alarm fire on Friday has destroyed the historic chapel at First Baptist Church in Dallas. The chapel served as the main sanctuary for the church until 2013 when a new sanctuary was built. The historic secondary chapel held services for nearly a century. Firefighters were called to the scene...
Texas Surrogacy Company Owner Stole Funds For Rap Career
Houston based, Surrogacy Escrow Account Management(SEAM) is a company designed to give intended parents an account in which to store money for their surrogate's payments and medical bills. WFAA reports that SEAM owner Dominique Side allegedly stole the money and used it to "bankroll her music career as 'Dom,' a...
Driver’s License Offices In Texas Still Facing Issues After Major Network Problem
The state of Texas is still affected by the CrowdStrike outage that took place last week. Some Driver's License officers remain closed due to the issue. Here's what is known. Some Driver's License Offices In Texas Closed Until Further Notice. Per MySanAntonio, certain offices in the state are unable to...
Central Idaho fire restrictions issued; firefighters report gains in Bench Lake, Texas wildfires
Firefighters continue to make progress containing two wildfires burning in central Idaho and north central Idaho. In central Idaho, fire officials reported the Bench Lake Fire burning in Idaho’s Sawtooth National Forest is 23% contained, up from 13% reported Monday. Fire officials, in a news release, credit progress containing the eastern edge of the Bench […] The post Central Idaho fire restrictions issued; firefighters report gains in Bench Lake, Texas wildfires appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
The 5 Texas Cities Most at Risk for Senior Heat Stroke
As we enter the hottest time of the year, addressing the risk of heat stroke is important. While heat stroke can affect anyone, senior citizens and those with health issues are particularly vulnerable. In the case of senior citizens, many have difficulty adjusting to temperature changes. So, senior citizens who...
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