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Pleasanton police arrest driver for smuggling three individuals
PLEASANTON, Texas — A 20-year-old male from Venezuela was arrested for smuggling three individuals after a traffic stop on August 15, according to the Pleasanton Police Department. Officers were patrolling the 1000 block of Second St. around 10 a.m. when they observed an Acura TL speeding at over 45...
Sage Geosystems begins construction of 3 MW geothermal storage facility for ERCOT grid
Houston-based Sage Geosystems has started construction on a 3 MW geo-pressurized geothermal energy storage system in Christine, Texas. The announcement follows a land-use agreement signed with the San Miguel Electric Cooperative Inc. (SMECI) enabling the location of the facility near an existing coal-fueled power plant. Sage will serve as merchant, buying and selling electricity to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) grid.
Uvalde Police Timid, Bungling During School Shooting, New Records Reveal
Perhaps the greatest rebuttal to calls for confidence in police is the conduct of law enforcement officers at Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, Texas. There, on May 24, 2022, almost 400 cops not only stood around while a lunatic murdered children and teachers, but they prevented parents from stepping in to do what those in uniform wouldn't. Now, new reporting gives greater insight into the depths of the officers' inaction that day, and just how unwise it is to rely on them for protection.
This beach creepy crawly's sting burns for 3 hours
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Jace Tunnell has done it again. If his name sounds familiar it's because the director of community engagement at the Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi has introduced us to a number of unique sea creatures from eel larvae to blue dragons!
MINISO to open at Sunrise Mall in Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — MINISO, a global retail store inspired by Japanese pop culture and lifestyle is coming to Sunrise Mall in Brownsville. Sunrise Mall officially announced Wednesday that MINISO is coming soon. MINISO specializes in lifestyle and pop culture items including toys, plushies, collectibles, beauty essentials, home goods, fragrances, electronics, snacks and beverages. Pop […]
UTRGV ‘pipeline programs’ welcome more med students
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine is working to get more students into medicine, in hopes their efforts can help the Valley’s doctor shortage. Medical students now have a variety of programs helping them though school. The Vaqueros Md program is one that tracks Valley high schoolers […]
'Peace, love and rock and roll' | Rich's Rock N Roll Shop closing after 38 years
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The current owners of Rich's Rock N Roll Shop announced on social media Wednesday that the store would be closing after serving the community for 38 years. Almost four decades ago, Rich Trudeau opened the the shop's doors hoping to create a haven for music...
OTH PRESEASON POWER POLL: No. 8 Bishop Dwenger Saints
As we approach the start of the 2024 season, Outside the Huddle is counting down the top 10 teams in its preseason power poll. At No. 8 we have Bishop Dwenger, which aims to reassert itself as a factor at the top of the SAC this season. When you’re held...
Valley continuing to face ‘moderate’ air pollution
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Recent data shows air quality continues to be an issue for some of the Valley’s biggest cities, where elevated levels of pollution may affect breathing and overall quality of life. According to the U.S. Air Quality Index, or AQI, the cities of McAllen, Harlingen, and Brownsville have been sitting around 60 […]
Taqueria owner ‘bothered’ by Food Patrol catching and questioning violations
ALAMO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this week’s Food 4 Thought, the Food Patrol is heading to a taqueria in Hidalgo County with nearly two dozen violations and an owner who could not be bothered to step out of the kitchen. We surprised Ramses Tacos & Tequila located at...
$15,000 Offered For Info Regarding Destroyed Bald Eagle Nest Near Dallas
Texas state and federal authorities are looking for information regarding the destruction of an active bald eagle nest last year near Dallas, and they are mean business. The Center for Biological Diversity has offered a $15,000 reward to whoever can lead them to the person responsible. Ring any bells?. A...
Streator Driver Ends Up In Field After Allegedly Fleeing Deputies
A brief police pursuit in Streator ended with the fleeing vehicle in a field. La Salle County Deputies Wednesday morning say they attempted to stop a vehicle in the area of Everett and Broadway Streets in Streator. Thirty-seven-year-old Michael Magana of Streator allegedly though drove away, eventually ending up in a field near the intersection of Route's 23 and 17.
Heat wave to continue for SETX
The high temps are here to stay a bit longer as chances for a prolonged heat wave are possible for most of the state. There is a moderate to major risk for heat related impacts with daily highs ranging from 96 to 98 with maximum heat indices to the 109 ranges through Sunday, according to […] The post Heat wave to continue for SETX appeared first on Orange Leader.
Professional slap fighting events can soon happen in Texas
The seven members appointed by the governor to the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation agreed unanimously at their July 23 meeting to officially recognize and license slap fighting in the state. This comes after similar moves in Nevada, Florida and California and despite some doctors raising alarm bells about athletes potentially suffering serious injuries.
State Rep. Charles ‘Doc’ Anderson to retire early
AUSTIN, Texas (FOX 44) — State Representative Charles “Doc” Anderson announced he has informed Texas Governor Greg Abbott, Secretary of State Jane Nelson and Speaker of the House Dade Phelan that he is retiring early from the District 56 Texas House seat he has held since 2005. According to the Office of “Doc” Anderson, he […]
Biggest Reasons for Casualties on Texas Roads
In Texas it seems like most people are in a hurry. Whether they are rushing to get their work done or rushing to get home to their family, people tend to drive a little faster in Texas. You will notice this as soon as you are on any Texas highway or interstate. Unfortunately, some of those unsafe driving habits can lead to crashes and even fatalities on Texas roadways, let’s look at the biggest reasons for those fatal crashes.
New Study Finds 90% of Texans Believe Housing is Unaffordable, Lawmakers Share Their Response
Have you noticed lately that the cost of... EVERYTHING is just a tad higher than previous years? Has that weekly date night turned into maybe once a month, or has your wallet become flatter than the shamefully thin "cutback" plastic grocery bags nowadays?. Let me tell you, you truly aren't...
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