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AAA Texas: Gas prices climb ahead of Independence Day
Drivers in Texas saw an increase in gas prices this week with an average of $3.10/gallon for regular unleaded fuel on Thursday, which is a 5-cent increase compared to last week and 11 cents less compared to last year, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch.
Heads Up Texas, A 29 Million Dollar Winning Lottery Ticket Has Been Sold!
Many in the state of Texas dream of winning the lottery. Just think about it after all, the chance to possibly never have to worry about bills in our life? Even better, finally being able to buy something you've always wanted! Plenty of ideas flood one's mind if they were to win.
More than 100 Texas counties lack plans to curb damage from natural disasters
More than 100 Texas counties - including most of those in the Texas Panhandle - do not have a hazard mitigation plan, federal data shows, cutting off access to billions in non-emergency grants to help rebuild infrastructure after natural disasters.
Saharan Dust Blowing into Parts of Texas This Weekend
Yes, THAT Sahara. You know, the one in northern AFRICA. It turns out that Columbus isn't the only thing crossing oceans, as dust and sand particles have a tendency to do so as well. By Sunday evening, much of south Texas will go to bed with a gritty feel in...
While I Have Your Attention: Jason Thompson
DALLAS — In May of 2020 we handed over our platform to Black voices in our North Texas community through a series called “While I Have Your Attention.”. Those courageous souls spoke out against racial bias, race based violence, and systemic racism. Now, as we mark another Pride...
BSW Health extends contract with BlueCross BlueShield
RICHARDSON, Texas (FOX 44) – UPDATE: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Baylor Scott & White Health have announced an agreement to extend provider and facility contracts to October 1. This three-month extension means Baylor Scott & White providers, hospitals and other facilities will remain in network for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas members, […]
Adriana Ponce: Sociology Professor at Southwestern University Embraces Social Justice
Adriana Ponce is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas. She is a first-generation college student, a sociologist, and a dedicated educator. Adriana is passionate about social justice and her research reflects this commitment. To learn more about Adriana's journey, her research, and her motivation to advocate for social justice, read the full interview available on the university's website.
Texas superintendant moved to ban Holocaust books following demands by far-right activists
Bowing to pressure from conservatives, the superintendent of a Texas school district agreed earlier this month to remove 676 books from its libraries, including seminal texts on the Holocaust and antisemitism, according to a report by the Jewish Telegraphic Agency. That superintendent, Carol Perez, is now facing her own removal...
Medicaid management system in Texas and other states is plagued by errors
Deloitte-run systems have generated incorrect notices to Medicaid beneficiaries, sent paperwork to the wrong addresses, and been frozen for hours at a time, a KFF Health News investigation has found.
WARNING: 4th Of July Fireworks Can Affect Texas Veterans With PTSD
Fireworks are synonymous with Fourth of July celebrations. They add to the celebration and party atmosphere as we celebrate the birth of our nation. Fireworks will be going off and lighting up the sky throughout Smith County as well as Gregg County and the other 252 Texas counties. We'll be 'ohh'ing and 'ahh'ing over the brilliant colors and displays, but there is a segment of our population that can be negatively affected by fireworks.
Judge Missy Medary sworn in for another term on Texas Indigent Defense Commission
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Judge Missy Medary was sworn into office on Wednesday to continue on with her work for a statewide commission. The judge was appointed by the governor for another term as a board member on the Texas Indigent Defense Commission. Her fellow district judge, Susan Barclay...
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