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FEELING LUCKY: A New Casino Is Coming To East Texas
The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe is the oldest Native American reservation in Texas and they announced some big plans. The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas boasts a unique story dating back to before the 1700s according to their website. The Tribe operates on the oldest reservation in the state located on approximately 10,200 acres in the Big Thicket of Deep East Texas.
Texas pension adds $200m to credit strategies
The $48 billion Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) in Austin added two funds within its credit programs so far this month. The commitments were made within strategic credit and direct lending programs that total $4.5 billion and $6.9 billion, respectively. Both strategies returned just over 12% for the year through June 30. In […]
7 arrested in deaths of 53 migrants smuggled into Texas in trailer in 2022
Guatemala City — Guatemalan police on Wednesday arrested seven Guatemalans accused in the smuggling of 53 migrants from Mexico and Central America who died of asphyxiation in 2022 in Texas after being abandoned in a tractor trailer in scorching summer heat.They were the latest arrests after years of investigation into the deadliest tragedy of migrants smuggled across the border from Mexico. The dead included eight children. Interior Minister Francisco Jiménez told The Associated Press the arrests were made possible after 13 raids in three of the country's departments. They included Rigoberto Román Miranda Orozco, the alleged ringleader of the smuggling...
Texas Musician Jason McBride, Longtime Fiddler For Kevin Fowler Band, Reveals Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis
Jason McBride, a Texas musician and fiddler for the Kevin Fowler Band, is battling pancreatic cancer. He could use as much support as he can get. Kevin Fowler made the sad announcement on social media. The artist is asking for prayers for the longtime fiddle player. He wrote, "A lot of y'all know Jason from his many years of playing fiddle with us on the road. He's always been a big part of the Kevin Fowler Band family. His family is now asking for prayers and our help on his path to healing."
Triple-digit temperatures scorch Texas as millions across Southwest under excessive heat warnings
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Summer heat scorched Texas and the Southwest on Wednesday, pushing Phoenix to nearly 90 consecutive days of triple-digit temperatures and putting millions of people under excessive heat warnings. Meanwhile, energy demand in Texas hit an unofficial all-time high Tuesday, according to data from the state’s...
MISD-created counseling tool adopted by state agency
Aug. 21—MIDLAND — The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has announced plans to standardize monitoring for counselor compliance with the state's 80/20 Rule. The state will use a tracking document created by Midland ISD Mental Health Coordinator Taylor Harris that has been used by the district the past two school years. Earlier this year, the TEA audited school districts across the state to verify ...
Expert Warns of Rodent Surge in Texas
Texas appears to be primed for a spike in rodent infestations. Nothing makes me cringe like the thought of rodents living in my home. Having a single rat find its way into my home is enough to make me want to pack up and leave. But an infestation? Yeah, it’s time to scorch the earth at that point.
Texas man sentenced for nationwide scheme to sell thousands of fake paper vehicle tags
HOUSTON – A 35-year-old Dallas man, who had formerly lived in Houston, was sentenced to nearly 8 years in federal prison after conspiring with others to buy and sell thousands of fake Texas-issued paper tags for car sales when no cars were sold, according to a press release. Daniel...
Man sentenced for diesel thefts across Texas, 3 others at large
SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) — A Mesquite man who was a part of a “sophisticated” organized criminal group accused of stealing 10,000 gallons of diesel fuel has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. According to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Ramon Perez-Torres was convicted of engaging in organized criminal activity on […]
Temple man arrested, narcotics confiscated by Morgan’s Point Resort police
MORGAN’S POINT RESORT, Texas (KWTX) - A Temple man was arrested and narcotics confiscated after the man attempted to run away from the Morgan’s Point Resort Police Department following a traffic stop. Raymond Wayne Malina, 46, of Temple is charged with with habitual violations of driving while license...
Successful Drug Raid in Groesbeck
In a collaborative effort, the Groesbeck Police Department, Limestone County Sheriff’s Office, and Groesbeck Animal Control, along with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), successfully executed a search warrant on Tuesday, Aug. 20. The operation took place in the 400 block of East Cypress Street in Groesbeck and resulted in the confiscation of cocaine, methamphetamine, and marijuana.The search warrant was part of an ongoing investigation led by Limestone County Sheriff’s Office Investigator Scott Logan. One individual was apprehended during the operation and taken into custody at the Limestone County Jail.In light of the operation's success, Groesbeck Police Chief Chris...
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