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Calling all creative teens! Austin Youth Poet Laureate applications are now open
Calling all teens who are poignant on the page, the Austin Youth Poet Laureate Program is now accepting applications! Katherine Lamb from the Library Foundation is here to tell Trevor Scott how one community-minded teen will be inked in history. Follow us on Instagram, X, and TikTok @WeAreAustin and find...
Pedernales Electric Cooperative shares a simple ways to reduce energy and lower your bill
With high temperatures comes high energy bills, but Pedernales Electric Cooperative has tips to help us all save money this summer. First, start by getting your HVAC system serviced at least once a year. Also, avoid running your large, heat-producing appliances during the heat of the afternoon, including your oven,...
Fed up with California, Elon Musk says X will relocate headquarters to Austin
X will relocate from San Francisco to Austin, Elon Musk announced Tuesday on the social media platform. His rocket company, SpaceX, will also move to Texas. Musk said a new law signed by California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday was "the final straw." "Because of this law and the many...
Stevens of Women’s Golf Named CSC Third Team Academic All-American
AUSTIN, Texas, – Molly Stevens of Augustana women's golf was named CSC Third Team Academic All-American, College Sports Communicators announced earlier this week. Stevens, who recently concluded her golf career with the Vikings, was placed on the third team for the first time in her career. The Northfield, Minnesota,...
Texas A&M football lands 4-star 2025 wide receiver Kelshaun Johnson over Texas
Texas A&M football adds to their 2025 wide receiver group with Kelshaun Johnson commitment. Recruiting for the 2025 cycle keeps on looking better and better for Texas A&M football. The Aggies are in the race for big time prospects all across the nation, and have landed their fair share of high-level players already.
Man dead after getting hit by train in South Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — A man is dead after getting hit by a train Tuesday night in South Austin. According to the Austin Police Department (APD), officers responded to a welfare call just before 10:20 p.m. in the 1700 block of West Stassney Lane, not far from Menchaca Road. APD,...
Texas gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
State gas prices rose last week and reached an average of $3.11 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.03 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 13 cents since last month. According...
Texans impacted by April 26 - June 5 storms may be eligible for FEMA's help to repair or replace car
Thousands of Texans whose vehicles were damaged by the flooding during the storms between April 26 and June 5 could be eligible for FEMA assistance to repair or replace them.According to a release by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, its financial help covers expenses not paid by insurance or other sources.SEE ALSO: Hurricane Beryl Recovery Fund launched after storm devastates 68,000 Harris County homes"The damage to the vehicle must have been caused by the disaster, and the vehicle must no longer be operable or safe to drive. Cosmetic repairs will not be covered," FEMA wrote.Some other conditions include:Assistance is usually limited to one vehicle. If there is a second functional vehicle in the household, the applicant must certify in writing that the damaged vehicle is essential for household's daily use.The vehicle must comply with state registration and insurance requirements.The vehicle must be owned or leased (not a rental) by the applicant, co-applicant, or household member.The damaged vehicle must be an approved vehicle type, such as a car, truck, SUV or van.SEE ALSO: Helping Hurricane Beryl victims: Where to donate and volunteer in SE TexasAnyone with questions on how to apply can visit FEMA's website or call its helpline at 800-621-3362.
Texas Woman Charged in Prescott-Area Fraud Case Involving $40,000 Loss for Arizona Resident
A Texas woman has found herself in a legal bind after allegedly perpetrating a fraud scheme that cost an Arizona resident over $40,000. According to the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office, the investigation began when they were alerted to a suspicious email hack leading to a hefty wire transfer from a victim's bank account. The trail of digital breadcrumbs led to 64-year-old Maria Rivera of Carrollton, Texas.
GlobalWafers Awarded Up to $400M in CHIPS Funding for Silicon Wafer Plants in North Texas and Missouri
Taiwan-based GlobalWafers—which is building a $5 billion silicon wafer manufacturing plant in Sherman through its local subsidiary GlobiTech—will get up to $400 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce to build and expand facilities in Sherman as well as in St. Peters, Missouri. The funding is...
Texans Should Know The Difference: Heat Exhaustion Vs. Heat Stoke
East Texas received a good bit of rain this spring, but now it's plain hot outside -- regardless of what storms we have gotten since the start of summer. In the absence of rain summer-like temperatures are here along with the humidity. Most of the time the heat is tolerable, but when you factor in the humidity, that's when it becomes uncomfortable in East Texas. I say after living here for a while you get used to it, but it's still unbearable and we'll complain about it!
You Won’t Believe These Massive Hammerhead Sharks In Texas
Texas angler Rodrigo Rodriguez caught his largest shark yet after reeling in a massive hammerhead shark while fishing in Port Aransas in June. Rodriguez, a Houston resident, said the shark measured over 13 feet long. Rodriguez said he has caught a couple of other big sharks that are closer to...
Texas Department of Transportation launches ‘Be Safe. Drive Smart.’ speed campaign
The Texas Department of Transportation is partnering with law enforcement to launch its summer "Be Safe. Drive Smart." Campaign to encourage motorists to slow down.
Headliners Announced for Texas State Fair “Saddle Up” Fundraising Event
DALLAS (KDAF) — The State Fair of Texas has announced the first State Fair Saddle Up fundraising event benefitting Texas students. This year’s event is hosted by the Big Tex Champion Club and chaired by Robert and Stephani Walne, along with Honorary Chairs Kyle and Courtney Noonan. Funds raised will support the Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction and Scholarship Program.
Dan Patrick creates new committee about hurricane, tropical system preparedness
The Republican announced the creation Wednesday of the Senate Special Committee on Hurricane and Tropical Storm Preparedness, Recovery, and Electricity. The group is comprised of 13 lawmakers, including eight Republicans and five Democrats.
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