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State Of Texas Lands At Number Two In Nation For Reckless Driving
We've all seen bad driving in the state of Texas right?. It caused all of us to probably say a few choice words and wonder if the person is even paying attention while on the roadway. We mean, who forgets to drive in between the lines painted on the the pavement? Simply put, it's very frustrating.
West Texas Convenience Store Plans To Open Location In East Texas
There's a gas station and convenience store brand that Texans, especially in West Texas cities like Amarillo and Lubbock swear by and for once, NO, we're not talking about "Buc-ee's". Of course in other areas of Texas, the "beaver" may reign supreme and is starting their trek towards global domination...
The ‘Best Tamale Maker in Texas’ Has Been Raided by the Feds
Uh-oh! Looks like trouble bubbles for Deila, the self-proclaimed 'best tamale maker in the world' was raided by federal agents in south Texas on Wednesday. If you have no idea who Delia is or why she's got the G-Men barging in uninvited and rifling through everything, buckle up. This is a hot tamale of a story.
NC Fast Facts: US census to conduct test runs throughout South, West, including NC
Six places in the South and West will host practice runs four years before the 2030 U.S. census, a nationwide head count that helps determine political power and the distribution of federal funds. Residents of western Texas, tribal lands in Arizona; Colorado Springs, Colorado; Western North Carolina; Spartanburg, South Carolina;...
Texas Tribune: Texas teachers stand behind Kamala Harris after years of feeling targeted, neglected by Republicans
HOUSTON, Texas (The Texas Tribune) - Gena Coston summed up the experience of being a teacher over the last four years with two words: very stressful. Texas teachers have reported feeling burned out, underresourced and underappreciated in the last few years as they’ve dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic, classroom changes spearheaded by Republican officials and unsuccessful calls for more state funding toward raises.
Casey’s buys nearly 200 stores in Texas, Alabama, Florida and Mississippi
(Radio Iowa) – The Ankeny-based Casey’s convenience store officially announced the acquisition today (Friday) of 198 stores in the southern U-S that includes 148 in Texas and 50 in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi. . Casey’s is purchasing the CEFCO convenience stores for more than $1.145-BILLION dollars. Casey’s C-E-O Darin Rebelez talked about the purchase in a conference call for investors. “This acquisition will quickly expand Casey’s presence in Texas, a very attractive market for Casey’s, in addition we’ll be able to expand our footprint further into the South as well,” he says.
Waiting Out the Storm in Prison
Incarcerated Texans describe conditions in prison following Hurricane Beryl. James Guevara has ridden out three hurricanes sheltered in-place in Texas prisons. Hurricane Beryl, which blew into Texas on July 8, knocked out power at the prison where he lives, among several other Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) facilities. The lights went off at Ramsey, a maximum-security prison in Brazoria County where Guevara lives, around 3 a.m. about an hour before the storm hit in earnest.
I Was Shocked At What I Witnessed At A Texas Walmart
We've all done our shopping inside a Walmart at one time or another. It's a place where you can get just about anything - and see just about anything. Everyone knows that at Walmart you'll find various people inside. No judgment here. However, I have noticed some strange happenings while grocery shopping.
Texas Woman, Oldest Living Person in US, Celebrates 115th Birthday
HOUSTON, TX — A Houston woman, who is the oldest living person in the United States, celebrated her 115th birthday Thursday, July 25, 2024. Elizabeth Francis, born in Louisiana in 1909, lives with her 94-year-old daughter. She is the fourth-oldest person in the world, according to LongeviQuest. Spain's Maria Branyas Morera is recognized as the world's oldest person at 117. Learn More Here.
Farmer Dies in Suspected Killer Bee Attack Near Huntsville, Texas
Bryce Harold Smith, 75, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, after being stung by numerous bees. The attack happened on the man's property just south of Bedias, Texas. According to a report from KCTV-5, Smith was stung approximately 60 times around the face and neck area. The lifelong resident of Bedias was clearing trees with a bulldozer when he apparently came into contact with the hive.
City of College Station Update on WTAW
Ian Whittenton, Deputy City Secretary, visits with WTAW’s Scott DeLucia about filing for the upcoming election and more during his appearance on The Infomaniacs on Friday, July 26, 2024. Listen to “City of College Station Update on The Infomaniacs” on Spreaker.
Penguin exhibit at Cameron Park Zoo gears up for Grand Opening
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - After years of preparation, the Penguin Shores exhibit at the Cameron Park Zoo in Waco is nearing it’s opening date. The new attraction is home to 22 African Penguins that were previously residents at the Fort Worth Zoo. Although they aren’t on display for the...
Vishal Gohil recognized for impactful health and biology research
Vishal Gohil, Ph.D., has been recognized for his work to uncover details of mitochondrial energy production and discover therapeutics for the rare but deadly diseases that can occur because of mitochondrial dysfunctions. Gohil, a professor and scientist in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Biochemistry...
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