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Fruit of the Texas vine — SRT’s ‘Legacy Comes to Life’
Mary Catherine Longley, born in the Republic of Texas in 1839, led a life marked by resilience and loss. At 15, she married Charles Marion Tyler, with whom she farmed in Washington County. They later moved to Utah and Arizona, enduring the deaths of four of their 13 children at...
Eyes Up Front: Is Banning Smartphones In Texas Schools A Good Idea?
Many school districts across Texas have banned the use of smartphones in classrooms, citing a laundry list of reasons why phones and education do not mix. But is it enforceable? And is it ultimately a good idea?. On the surface a phone ban makes sense. Any smartphone owner is well...
These Central Texas school districts have tax rate elections on the November ballot
Several local districts have chosen to place voter approval tax rate elections, or VATREs, on the November ballots. As Central Texas school districts work to accommodate a lack of assistance and financial expectations from the state, as well as address teacher concerns and a rising cost of living, some are turning to taxpayers for help.
The SETTA celebrates 104th Labor Day Tennis Tournament, longest running in Texas
BEAUMONT — Southeast Texas Tennis Association (SETTA) is celebrating 104 years as the longest running tennis tournament in Texas. The 104th Annual SETTA Labor Day Tennis Tournament will take place at the Beaumont Municipal Tennis Center on Friday, August 23rd through Sunday, August 25th. The sporting event showcases world-class...
From Iowa To Texas: The Incredible Ride Honoring WASP of WWII
The National Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASP) WWII Museum in Sweetwater, Texas, is preparing to honor veteran and avid cyclist Larry Ritland as he embarks on his "WASP Legacy Ride." This remarkable journey, set to take place from September 1 to 28, 2024, will see Ritland cycle from Iowa to Texas in tribute to the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II. Ritland is a Vietnam veteran and is a proud 42-year member of the American Legion.
Everything’s Bigger in Texas—Including This High School’s Tuition!
Everything is bigger in Texas… especially when it comes to forking over money to get your kids through school!. My son just started high school but I’m already stressing the cost of college as I’m sure most other parents with high school kids are. However, If you thought college tuition was outrageous, wait until you hear about the price tag for high school education in Texas.
Counties across North Texas implementing burn bans to prevent wildfires during excessive heat
Several North Texas counties are declaring burn-bans. The lack of rain, the heat, and low humidity are creating bad conditions in the rural area. On Tuesday, Tarrant County issued a burn ban for its unincorporated areas.
‘Drive Sober. No Regrets’ aims to curb drunk driving on Labor Day
ATLANTA, Texas (KTAL/KMSS) – The Texas Department of Transportation wants everyone to make it home safely as people celebrate the Labor Day weekend. A drunk driver can change a life in an instant, like Analicia Zarate of Edinburg, TX. Analicia was only four years old when a drunk driver ran a stop sign as she and her mother returned from church in Nov. 2000. The drunk driver crashed into their car, killing her mother instantly. Due to her injuries from the crash, Analicia was unable to attend her mother’s funeral.
Border Patrol Agents in Texas Assaulted, Reminds Would-Be Criminals Of Consequences
The United States Border Patrol in the El Paso Sector have reportedly seen a rise in the number of attacks on agents in recent months. According to a press release, with the rise of illegal border crossers, they have also seen a rise in the number of attacks on border patrol agents.
Texas Panhandle drought worsens again with no relief expected in autumn
The Texas Water Development Board reported that drought conditions in the Texas Panhandle and statewide worsened significantly in mid-August, sending parts of the southeastern Panhandle into "severe" drought levels.
Harmony Public Schools sets new enrollment record with largest class ever
Aug. 20—Harmony Public Schools campuses across Texas began the 2024-25 school year last week, and in doing so set a new record for enrollment for the free, statewide public charter school. Roughly 45,000 students enrolled at Harmony for the first day of school, an increase from roughly 42,000 one year ago, a news release said. The record-breaking increase is attributed to a number of factors, ...
Hot and dry weather brings a return to drought conditions
So far during August 2024, DFW Airport has only received 0.35" of rain. Normally we see a little over an inch, so we currently have a monthly deficit of 0.82". We are in the midst of a hot and dry weather pattern across the state of Texas. No rain is in the forecast for at least the next ten days. Drought conditions have returned to parts of North Texas and will likely continue.
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