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Be the First to Win Millions with These 3 New Texas Scratch Offs
July is here, and the Texas Lottery has introduced three new scratch-off games. These games went into circulation as of July 1. Each of the three games has impressive top-tier payouts. Let's take a look. $250,000 50X Crossword. This $10 scratch-off is a new version of a game with the...
Indiana and Illinois Arby’s Locations Affected by Franchisee Bankruptcy
After filing for bankruptcy, a small Arby's franchisee is selling some locations and closing others. Miracle Restaurant Group LLC, a company based out of Louisiana has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Miracle owns 25 Arby's locations in Indiana, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. This isn't Miracle Restaurant Group's first Chapter 11 filing according to Nation's Restaurant News,
Experts urge caution around fireworks, heat on July 4
The Fourth of July is a day of cookouts, pool parties, and parades for North Texans and those around the country. But experts are urging people to take caution around fireworks and the near-triple-digit temperatures.
Topgolf Ice Cream Truck Coming To North Texas
Cool down this summer with Topgolf's new ice cream truck, set to make its way through North Texas. As part of a summer initiative, the brand has introduced an ice cream truck journeying from California to New England. Along its route, the truck will make stops at multiple North Texas Topgolf locations, distributing complimentary ice cream and Topgolf merchandise to attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. Schedule: - July 13: Fort Worth - July 15: The Colony - July 16: Park Lane - July 17: Allen To learn more, or to follow the ice cream truck’s journey, check out its Instagram. In addition to the truck, Topgolf is...
Fireworks, heat and COVID-19: North Texas health experts' safety tips for the Fourth of July
Fourth of July celebrations on Thursday will lead into a fun-filled weekend for much of North Texas. Pyrotechnics remain a risky staple of Independence Day festivities, COVID-19 infections are on the rise and the sweltering Texas summer is in full swing — and local medical experts are sharing their tips on keeping safe this holiday.
It’s Officially Snipe Season In Texas
Until recently I just thought that everyone, as a rite of passage, had been on a Snipe hunt. Times have changed and it's hard to get people away from the screens (like the one you are reading right now) and out in the Texas wilderness. As a child when someone...
Sen. Cruz, Reps. Roy, Castro Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Coalition of Texas Lawmakers in Support of Direct Flight from SAT-DCA
U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas), and Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-Texas) are leading a bipartisan, bicameral coalition of Texas lawmakers in urging Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to allocate San Antonio International Airport (SAT) one of the new long-haul, round-trip flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The recent FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, which Sen. Cruz co-authored as the ranking member of the Senate Commerce Committee and was signed into law, secured five new round-trip flights to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) from locations previously excluded from direct flights. The Department of Transportation recently announced the application procedures for the eligible airlines and will award slots for new service this summer.
2025 4-star OT Lamont Rogers has announced his commmitment date
With 18 commitments so far, Texas A&M’s 2025 recruiting class is already contending for the No. 1 spot in the overall rankings if several prospects fall the Aggie’s way this month. One of A&M’s 2025 offensive tackle targets this weekend will reportedly announce his commitment on Saturday. Heading into his senior season at Horn HS in Mesquite (TX), four-star offensive tackle Lamont Rogers has been on head coach Mike Elko, and offensive line coach Adam Cushing has been doing everything in their power to sway Rogers towards making College Station his collegiate home. Standing at close to 6’7″ and 315 pounds, Rogers...
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Texas A&M softball lands experienced catcher Oliva Johnson out of the portal
After getting Texas A&M ace pitcher Emiley Kenndey some help head softball coach Trisha Ford was able to pull former Washington Huskies catcher, Oliva “Ojo” Johnson, out of the transfer portal. The senior will give Coach Ford some senior leadership behind the plate and more options in the batter’s box. Ford explains why she was excited to land Johnson for the 2025 softball season. “Ojo is a great addition to our program, and we are happy to have her return to the Lone Star state. We needed to add an experienced catcher from the portal, Ojo has that experience collegiately and internationally. We are excited about her tools defensively and that she can add power to the lineup.” Welcome to Aggieland, @THEOG_OJO 👍 🗞️ https://t.co/Yr6mjdXu1m#GigEm pic.twitter.com/sTp1ekzY4X — Texas A&M Softball (@AggieSoftball) July 3, 2024 Career Stats Batting Average – .257 Runs – 48 Hits – 76 Home runs – 19 RBI – 65 SLG% – .483 OB% – .409 Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes and opinions. Follow Jarrett Johnson on X: @whosnextsports1.
Copperfield Homeowners Association celebrates Independence Day
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) -One area in Bryan takes time to celebrate Independence Day each year. Nearly 200 people gather in the Copperfield community for a parade and then snowcones. “It is an annual affair and all the kids and all the old people like me really do enjoy it and...
Olsen Field’s 80 million dollar renovation will seek Earley’s input
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - Back in May the Texas A&M Board of Regents approved an 80 million dollar renovation to Olsen Field. The ‘shack by the tracks’ received a massive face lift back in 2012. The goal this go around is to not only expand the seating...
30 years of tradition at the Wheelock 4th of July BBQ and Parade
WHEELOCK, Texas (KBTX) - In Robertson County, the Wheelock School House celebrated its 30th Independence Day BBQ and parade. KBTX took a trip to the school and met a couple, Trent and Shelley Wilson, who helped start the parade 30 years ago. The Wilson’s have lived in Wheelock for 40...
Potential RELLIS manufacturing facility could bring 1,800 jobs, $31.2M in city revenue
A potential high-tech manufacturing facility worth $10 billion at Texas A&M’s RELLIS campus in Bryan could bring 1,800 jobs and over $31 million in annual city revenue a decade from now, according to the agenda for Tuesday’s Bryan City Council meeting. Both the Brazos County Commissioners Court and...
Two recent Washington transfers could be options for Texas A&M baseball
Texas A&M baseball’s 2025 roster is all but set after hiring new head coach Michael Earley. Nearly half of the 14 portal entries have returned to the team, as Jim Schlossnagle’s abrupt exit to take over the Texas Longhorns program resulted in a chaotic transition last week. Earley, who served as the program’s hitting coach for the last three seasons, was by far the most popular coach on staff. He recruited and developed star hitters Jace LaViolette, Gavin Grahovac, and Caden Sorrell, while former Penn outfielder Wyatt Henseler reaffirmed his commitment to the program for next season. Looking ahead at the 2025...
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