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New school safety system launches in Texas
(The Center Square) – A new school safety system has launched in Texas through the Texas Education Agency. “As a new school year approaches, the safety of students, school faculty, and staff across Texas remains a top priority,” Gov. Greg Abbott said. “To bolster school safety standards, we are launching Sentinel – a new, sweeping system to enhance the safety and security of students and teachers across our great state. This cutting-edge technology is available to all schools in Texas and will expand the state’s...
Internationally recognized Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory leader dies
Konrad Eugster, DVM, Ph.D., executive director emeritus of the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, died July 21. Eugster was the second TVMDL director, serving from 1980 to 2002 – the longest tenure of a director in agency history. Eugster was instrumental in discovering several diseases new to...
Rockwall Capital Group CEO David Vega to Speak at August RASBA Networking Event
Rockwall, TX – Rockwall Capital Group is proud to announce that its CEO, David Vega, will be the guest speaker at the upcoming Rockwall Area Small Business Alliance (RASBA) networking event. The event is scheduled to take place on August 13th at Lakeshore Church and is open to the public.
Butcher shop Outpost 76 now open in Keller
Beef and pork sold by the shop comes from Outpost 76 Cattle Company, a 1,100-acre ranch in Sulphur Springs, Texas. (Courtesy city of Keller) Outpost 76, a butcher shop and meat market inside Outpost 36 BBQ restaurant, is now open and serving a wide selection of beef, pork, chicken and seafood.
1 firefighter injured as crews battle fire at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church in Dallas
DALLAS - One firefighter was injured and a church was heavily damaged in a fire in southern Dallas County on Friday. Dallas Fire-Rescue says a fire started around 12:30 p.m. at the Pleasant Valley Baptist Church on Haymarket Road, south of I-20 and west of Highway 175. Pastor P.D. Taylor...
Dallas-Area Institutions Announce New Collaboration to Improve Outcomes for Transfer Students
Four higher education partners sign a collaborative agreement to collectively simplify their transfer pathways and help more students transfer and complete bachelor's degrees. Dallas, TX— Leaders from Dallas College, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas Woman's University and the University of North Texas at Dallas signed a collaborative agreement on July 25 at Dallas College. Known as the Dallas Transfer Collaborative, the partnership aims to help students successfully earn their bachelor's degrees on schedule and with reduced financial burden.
Twin Peaks Expands in Texas with Newest Terrell Lodge
Award-winning sports bar and restaurant to bring jobs, scratch-made food and the ultimate game day experience to Crossroads at Terrell next month. July 26, 2024 // Franchising.com // DALLAS — Twin Peaks Restaurant, the ultimate sports lodge known for its 29-degree draft beer, scratch-made food, handcrafted cocktails and welcoming Twin Peaks Girls, will open its newest lodge in Terrell, Texas, on Aug. 19. This location will join 10 other existing sites in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and marks the brand's 115th lodge in the U.S. and Mexico.
Jerry Jones bristled a bit on Thursday about the CeeDee Lamb holdout
After Thursday’s rollicking training-camp press conference, Cowboys owner and G.M. Jerry Jones kept talking. And talking. He was asked (again) about receiver CeeDee Lamb’s holdout. “I’m just gonna say this to y’all, give me some credit, OK?” Jones said, via Jon Machota of TheAthletic.com. “You don’t think I’m...
Superheroes swoop in to sweeten annual backpack drive
Love Life Foundation has been organizing a back-to-school backpack drive for about 18 years to provide backpacks for kids in need at McKinney ISD middle schools. Director of Marketing AJ Micheletto said it was started so children could have the same school supplies as others and not feel different.
Texas Is The Number One Worst State For Weather Related Power Outages
The Texas power grid is something that all residents worry about. When the power goes out, many things are lost. Lights are unable to be turned on, and depending on the the time of day, individuals may not be able to see for an extended period of time. Many reasons can be the cause for the power to disappear.
ALERT: This Predator’s Population Is Growing In The State Of Texas
There are many animals in the state of Texas. Not all of them however are friendly towards humans. Here's what is known about one dangerous animal that has shown massive growth in Texas waters. One Animal In Texas Showing Big Growth. As revealed by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Professor Philip...
BEWARE: The Most DANGEROUS Woman In Texas Still On The Run And ARMED
The most dangerous person in Texas is not someone you would think it would be. When you think of some being DANGEROUS you think maybe some big guy with a mean demeanor. But no, the most dangerous person in Texas is a vibrant, lucky woman named Margaret Smith. WHAT MAKES...
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;...
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