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2024's best meteor shower has started. Find a dark spot in San Antonio and face north.
Part of what makes seeing a shooting star an out-of-the-ordinary experience is its simplicity. You don’t need fancy telescope equipment — just a lot of patience and maybe a blanket to lie on. You can see some shooting stars this summer created by the comet Swift-Tuttle. The Earth...
Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy – Texas Stores Closing Soon
Furniture and appliance shoppers in cities such as Webster, Austin, Lewisville, Texarkana, and the Greater Houston, Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio areas might soon find themselves with one less option when it comes to furnishing and outfitting their homes. A one-time leader in the furniture and appliance industry has officially confirmed it has filed for bankruptcy protection as of this past Tuesday.
GigEm247 says it's a different time and place for Texas A&M football
Jeff Tarpley with Gigem 247 appeared on ESPN Central Texas with host Glenn Smith to talk about Texas A&M football coming out of SEC Media Days last week. Aggies boss Mike Elko discussed in Dallas what he, his staff, and the players have done to change the mindset in College Station since he arrived last November.
'Pureness of Coaching': Aggies Coach Mike Elko Highlights Importance of High School Reputation for Texas AM
Appearing at the Texas High School Coaches Association Convention in San Antonio Monday, Texas A&M Aggies coach Mike Elko spoke to media about why he believes in staying extra involved with the high school football scene.
Texas Woman Who Stole Over $100 Million From U.S. Army Receives Sentence
A Texas woman who pleaded guilty to charges of stealing nearly $109 million from a youth development program for children of military families has received her punishment. In a story that rocked a Texas military base, a civilian worker for the U.S. Army allegedly stole hundreds of millions of dollars that were meant for military families and spent the money to fund her extravagant lifestyle earning her the nickname the "Gucci Goddess".
Shield Ranch designated 20th International Dark Sky Place in Texas
Shield Ranch, located on 6,400-acres, is a designated historic district comprised of 10% of the Barton Creek watershed. (Courtesy Shield Ranch) Shield Ranch Barton Creek has been certified as an Urban Night Sky Place by nonprofit DarkSky International, meaning the 6,400-acre protected land minimizes light pollution despite being located nearby artificial lightning.
Three area teens arrested for alleged theft, evading officers in Louisiana
Three Beaumont-area teens were arrested in Sulphur, Louisiana, after a car chase involving a vehicle allegedly stolen from Port Arthur. A post by the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office said officers were informed of a stolen vehicle from Port Arthur traveling in the Sulphur area at 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday. Deputies attempted to stop the car […] The post Three area teens arrested for alleged theft, evading officers in Louisiana appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Is It Legal To Shoot A Trespasser In Texas? What You Need To Know
Here in Texas, protecting your home and property is taken seriously, but it's not as simple as "shoot first, ask questions later" when someone trespasses. The laws about the use of force or deadly force against trespassers are specific and it's good information to know. In this day and age, you've got to be ready for anything.
Conn's HomePlus closures: 9 stores closing in Texas
Home goods and furniture retailer Conn's Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Tuesday and announced plans to close several locations, including 9 in Texas. The chain is closing more than 70 of its 130 HomePlus stores across the country. Conn's announced the following Texas locations that would be...
Bombers sweep two game series against Seguin after 4-0 win Wednesday
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - The Brazos Valley Bombers defeated the Seguin River Monsters by a score of 4-0, earning their third shutout victory of the summer. In the bottom of the first, the Bombers scored on a throwing error from Seguin catcher Chris Bernal to make it 1-0. They would later tack on another run in the fourth thanks to another throwing error making it 2-0 Bombers after four innings.
GigEm247 analyzes Texas A&M vs. Notre Dame, Mike Elko's first offseason and more
On Tuesday, GigEm247 reporter Carter Karels joined Chris Wilson of the Rakes Report podcast to talk about the Aug. 31 game between Texas A&M and Notre Dame in Kyle Field. That discussion – which came out Wednesday – can be found at the bottom of this article. Karels,...
Southeast Texas teens compete in Dairy Queen Blizzard eating contest ahead of Miracle Treat Day
BEAUMONT, Texas — The Children’s Miracle Network hosted the 3rd Annual Blizzard Eating Contest at CHRISTUS Southeast Texas St. Elizabeth to kick off Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day which will take place on Thursday, July 25. Dairy Queen is helping raise funds for the Children's Miracle Network...
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