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More than half of Texans don't trust power grid to hold up this summer, poll says
AUSTIN - The majority of Texans don't think the power grid will hold up this summer, according to a new poll by the University of Texas at Austin. The poll asked how likely Texans thought there would be a widespread failure of the electric grid this summer. Majority expressed doubt,...
Four states to begin voluntary testing for bird flu in dairy farm milk tanks
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Tuesday that four states will launch voluntary pilot programs in the days ahead to test bulk milk tanks on dairy farms for bird flu — a move that’s aimed at making it easier for farmers to ship herds across state lines and for public health officials to […] The post Four states to begin voluntary testing for bird flu in dairy farm milk tanks appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
LIST: 4th Of July Firework Shows Happening In East Texas
Beginning this Saturday, the East Texas nighttime sky is going to be filled with lots of color thanks to the huge 4th of July fireworks shows. Huge professional fireworks shows will be happening in Tyler, Longview, Kilgore, Henderson, Lufkin, Nacogdoches, and other places throughout East Texas. The July 4th holiday lands on Thursday this year and many of the shows will be taking place that night. Hopefully, you'll get to enjoy an extended four-day holiday weekend!
The FBI Is On The Case Of The Mysterious Brookshire’s Bomb Threats
A Dangerous Game Is Being Played By One Or Maybe A Group Of Idiots That Has Law Enforcement Officials In Texas And Other States On High Alert. Prank calls are one thing, but calling in bomb threats is a serious and dangerous matter that folks don't find funny nor joke about especially in these days and times.
Uber picks once-rival Aurora to launch driverless truck offering in Texas
Nearly a decade after it began working on self-driving vehicles, Uber Technologies Inc. plans to haul freight fully autonomously for the first time later this year through an expansion of an earlier deal with Aurora Innovation Inc. The former rivals are aiming to ditch the human safety drivers they've been...
Texas Father Kills Entire Family Then Sets Home On Fire
An entire San Antonio family is dead after a tragic house fire however, investigators reveal a much darker truth beneath the deadly flames. Firefighters raced to a house fire in San Antonio and when they arrived, they discovered the home was completely engulfed in flames. During a search of the home, 4 people were found dead.
Many people didn’t know Pres. Carter made June ‘Black Music Month’ in the 70s | Here’s some Texas artists to enjoy!
In the late 1970s, President Jimmy Carter designated June as Black Music Month, a move that officially recognized the profound impact of Black musicians on American culture. This declaration was aimed at celebrating the contributions of Black artists across various genres, including jazz, blues, gospel, R&B, hip-hop, and more. Black...
The Station That Introduced Color TV to Texas
June 25th is National Color TV Day. So, when did Texas see color TV for the first time? Well, we'll need to travel back just a couple of years to 1954 in Fort Worth, TX. The precursor to NBC 5/KXAS, WBAP was Texas' very first television station in '48. Although...
Texas again ranks as top state for best business climate
(The Center Square) – Texas keeps ranking first – from job creation to economic expansion to best business climate every year. This month and year was no different. Texas was recognized as the Best Business Climate in the U.S. in 2023 for the second consecutive year by Business Facilities magazine in its 20th Annual Rankings Report. “This year’s recognition of Texas is underpinned by sustained economic development activity throughout the...
Texas Education Agency renames special education services program
AUSTIN - The Texas Education Agency (TEA) renames the Supplemental Special Education Services (SSES) program to the Parent-Directed Special Education Services (PDSES) program in order to highlight the importance of parents in the educational process.
Texas’ Most Dangerous Cities: A Reality Check
According to SouthWestJournal, As a Texan, I’ve traveled across the state and seen its amazing culture and beautiful landscapes. But, some parts of Texas are not safe. In this article, we’ll look at the cities with high crime rates and what’s being done to make them safer.
Texas Housing Affordability Crisis: Rising Costs Leave Many Struggling
Texas is grappling with a housing market affordability crisis worsened by escalating prices, rents, and housing expenses. Texas housing market is in the throes of an affordability crisis amidst economic pressures Texas’ housing affordability has worsened post-COVID-19 with rising prices and rents, high interest rates, and slower economic growth. In cities like Houston and Dallas-Fort […]
Rep. Wesley Hunt under investigation for $74,000 in Post Oak Hotel payments
U.S. Reps. Ronny Jackson, R-Amarillo, and Wesley Hunt, R-Houston, are under investigation for using campaign funds for private club memberships in a potential violation of campaign finance rules, according to reports released Monday by Congressional investigators.Jackson spent nearly $12,000 since 2020 on membership at the tony Amarillo Club, and Hunt spent over $74,000 between April 2022 and January 2024 at the Post Oak Hotel, including membership fees at its exclusive Oak Room club, according to the reports. Federal campaign finance rules allow campaign funds for specific events at private clubs, but not typically for membership or unlimited access.The Office of...
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