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Officials report less wildfires this season due to excessive rainfall
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – In 2023, first responders across the state battled more than 160 wildfires according to the Texas A&M Forest Service and so far this year only 20 have been reported in this summer’s wildfire season. “You know being in Texas anytime it rains, it’s good,” Sean Dugan, Texas A&M Forest Service, Public […]
Wednesday Night Forecast: Rain chances continue through the weekend
TONIGHT: A few scattered showers early, becoming more isolated near midnight. Chance of rain: 40%. Low: 73. Winds: E 5 MPH. THURSDAY: Mostly cloudy skies with some scattered showers and thunderstorms around. Chance of rain: 40%. High: 83. Winds: SE 5-10 MPH. FRIDAY: Mostly cloudy skies with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Chance of […]
Planet Fitness Joining Heartland Mall
The City of Early announced the following information on its Facebook page Tuesday afternoon:. We are excited to officially announce the coming addition of Planet Fitness to Heartland Mall!. Early’s Planet Fitness will feature state-of-the-art equipment, as well as their signature PF Black Card Spa! Whether you’re new to the...
Early City Council approves agreement to develop road, additional 140 acres near Atwoods site
EARLY – Following an executive session Tuesday night, the Early City Council approved a 380 Agreement between the City of Early and CP Early Land, LP regarding property development where Atwoods will be located at 1701 Early Blvd. According to Early City Administrator Tony Aaron, “Atwoods is this developer’s...
Abilene introduces new two-day weekly watering restrictions
ABILENE, Texas — The City of Abilene is implementing new water restrictions. The City of Abilene and Abilene Water Utilities will begin the year-round, two-day a week watering restriction August 7. In a press release, the City said this is the second stage of their year-round water use management...
Wildfire Outside Abilene Burns 21 Acres, Causes 2 Injuries
TYE, TX — Wednesday's wildfire in Taylor County northwest of Abilene burned 21 acres, damaged six structures and caused two minor injuries, according to the Tye Fire Department. The blaze was started by "a barrel of rubbish being burned, which quickly spread to nearby grass."
Abilene police seek woman for information about package theft
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — The Abilene Police Department is seeking a woman who may have information about a package theft. APD has requested the public’s assistance in identifying the woman shown below, as she may have crucial information about a recent package theft. If you recognize her or have any information, please contact Abilene Crime […]
‘Beloved community event’: Lubbock’s First Friday Art Trail loses funds after city council meeting
After the Lubbock City Council made a decision to cut $30,000 in funding from the First Friday Art Trail, the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts said there was "no reason to cut this vital funding for a beloved community event."
Highland Oaks residents have mixed feelings about annexing into Lubbock city limits
LUBBOCK, Texas — Many homeowners in the Highland Oaks Neighborhood, which is south of 146th St. and east of Frankford Ave., want to move into city limits so that they can have access to a sustainable water supply. However, some have mixed feelings about the annexation. The homeowner’s association...
President of Odessa Development Corporation ousted by Odessa City Council
ODESSA, Texas — Changes are coming to the Odessa Development Corporation. On Tuesday night, Odessa City Council voted to remove Kris Crow as president of the ODC. A change in Odessa leadership. “A little shocked more so than anything else," Crow said. Odessa Mayor Javier Joven believes there was...
Career Resource Center to host job fair in Lubbock on Friday
LUBBOCK, Texas— On Friday, the Career Resource Center Goodwill Industries of Northwest Texas will host a job fair in Lubbock at 6520 University from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. According to a press release, employers joining will be Aramark, ATDS Truck Driving School, City of Lubbock, Express Employment, Lubbock County, McLane High Plains, Texas Tech […]
City Council approves Variable Width Transmission Line Easement agreement from Oncor to increase voltage
As part of Tuesday morning’s meeting, the Brownwood City Council approved a proposed Variable Width Transmission Line Easement agreement from Oncor Electric for 1.612 acres or 70,224 square foot section of undeveloped property that runs adjacent to the existing pecan orchard off of CC Woodson Road. Oncor intends to...
City Council OKs applying for $1.5 million grant to assist in renovation of Bennie Houston Center
During Tuesday morning’s meeting, the Brownwood City Council approved submitting a Local Parks Grant application to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for a $1.5 million Non-Urban Indoor Recreation fund, which does require a dollar for dollar match from the City. If successful, the money will go toward a...
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