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Mansfield volunteers honored with Presidential Service Awards
MANSFIELD, Texas — Volunteers in Policing (VIPs) members were recognized with Presidential Volunteer Service Awards by City Council Woman Tamera Bounds and Police Chief Aaron. The awards, presented yesterday evening, acknowledged the VIPs' volunteer hours for 2022 and 2023, which totaled over 1,000 hours, according to the Mansfield Police...
Mavericks youngster is as good as gone after Spencer Dinwiddie signing
The Dallas Mavericks waited a couple of weeks to fill their final roster spot after a busy start to free agency that included them signing Klay Thompson and Naji Marshall, and the silence finally broke on Monday when they signed Spencer Dinwiddie to a one-year deal. Dinwiddie decided to sign...
Cowboys Get Massive Injury News on Key Young Players as Camp Begins
After a disappointing offseason, the Dallas Cowboys are set to open training camp on Thursday in Oxnard, California, with rookies and veterans reporting. There are a lot of storylines surrounding the Cowboys, which is never a good sign to start a new season. However, we know Dallas will never shy away from the limelight, so it will be interesting to see how things develop over the next few weeks.
Wanted felon on the run in Johnson County
ALVARADO, Texas - Police in Johnson County are looking for a wanted felon who ran from traffic stop on Tuesday night. Alvarado Police pulled over a car shortly after 8 p.m. Jeremy Coker, 30, fought and assaulted the officer who pulled them over. 41-year-old Peggy Rotenberry, a wanted felon, was...
Abbott announces Sentinel school safety system
Jul. 25—AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott on Thursday announced the launch of Sentinel, an innovative and comprehensive system designed to enhance the safety and security of students, faculty, and staff in school buildings across Texas. Sentinel is provided by the Texas Education Agency's (TEA) Office of School Safety and Security and is available to all schools in the state at no charge to the ...
Deadline for newborn enrollment to Texas prepaid tuition plan approaching
Texas families have until July 31 to enroll their newborns or children younger than 1 year of age at the time of enrollment for the 2023-2024 prices in the Texas Tuition Promise Fund, the state's prepaid college tuition plan.
In the Texas Panhandle, nurses make home visits to new moms in need
AMARILLO — Brianna Tilson shuffled through the duffel bag in her trunk, taking a mental inventory of what she needed for her next appointment. She paused, then the nurse tossed in a big pack of diapers before slinging the heavy bag over her shoulder and going up the stairs to Sedraya Kemp’s apartment.
Texas Rainfall Brings Out ‘Toxic’ Worms that Regenerate When Chopped in Half
The recent excessive rainfall in the Houston area has brought an unexpected and toxic guest out of hiding: the hammerhead flatworm. These invasive worms, known for their distinctive hammer-shaped heads, emerge from their subterranean homes due to the massive amounts of precipitation. Danger Lurking in Your Yard. These flatworms can...
ATTENTION: East Texas Veterans Resource Fair Coming Soon
Texas offers a wide array of benefits to military veterans, recognizing their service and sacrifice. Benefits like the Hazelwood Act, which provides up to 150 hours of tuition exemption at state public colleges and universities to property tax exemptions, which can significantly reduce the financial burden of homeownership, Texas stands out as a state dedicated to supporting its veteran community.
Devastating Fire Destroys Historic Texas Sanctuary
A four-alarm fire on Friday has destroyed the historic chapel at First Baptist Church in Dallas. The chapel served as the main sanctuary for the church until 2013 when a new sanctuary was built. The historic secondary chapel held services for nearly a century. Firefighters were called to the 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".
What To Know For Texas Tax-Free Weekend 2024
School is just around the corner and so is the Lone Star State's tax-free weekend, so you better put both on your calendar. During the Sales Tax Holiday, Texas shoppers can enjoy exemptions on most clothing, footwear, and school supplies. Specifically, items like backpacks and school supplies sold for less than $100 are eligible for tax exemption. Whether shopping in-store, online, or by phone, you can take advantage of these savings as long as the purchase is completed during the holiday period.
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