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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...
15-year-old Mississippi murder suspect captured in his mother’s Texas apartment
BROOKHAVEN, Miss. (WLBT) - A teen connected to a murder at a Mississippi apartment complex has been captured by the U.S. Marshals. Christian Collins, 15, was wanted in connection with a shooting at a Brookhaven apartment complex that left a 23-year-old dead in June. Collins was captured in his mother’s...
West Nile Virus Cases Increases In North Texas
As summer continues, bugs and insects are becoming more active. But with the influx of mosquitos, the West Nile Virus is spreading in North Texas. Denton County recently reported the first positive human case of the West Nile Virus in 2024. According to Denton County Public Health, the community member lives in Sanger and was diagnosed with West Nile Virus Neuroinvasive Disease. So far this year, 25 mosquito traps used in Denton County to monitor the virus have tested positive. Other counties such as Collin also tested positive for West Nile virus, however, no human cases were reported. In Collin County, traps...
Texas attorney general going after 3rd border nonprofit that helps migrants
The same day that a court struck down a request by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to investigate a popular faith-based nonprofit that helps migrants on the South Texas border, Paxton's office asked for a hearing to depose another NGO that also assists asylum seekers in South Texas, Border Report has learned.
Greg Abbott announces over $95 million in housing tax credits across Texas
TEMPLE, Texas — The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) has awarded more than $95 million in housing tax credits to help "finance the development or rehabilitation of more than 60 rental properties, offering reduced rents and increased housing options for Texans throughout the state," Governor Greg Abbott announced on Thursday, July 25.
FAA investigates emergency landing, crash of small plane at Stephens County Airport
Inspectors from the Federal Aviation Administration were at the Stephens County Airport on Friday, July 26, to investigate an incident involving an emergency landing and crash of a small airplane on Thursday. According to the dispatch report from the Breckenridge Police Department, the call about the crash came in at...
'It's raining bats': Bat World Sanctuary warns of injured bats in Texas town Mineral Wells
Bat World Sanctuary in Weatherford, about 70 miles west of Dallas, is warning residents of "raining bats" as disease takes over a local colony, leaving bats stranded across Downtown Mineral Wells. Within 24 hours, the rescue center — which is the world's only accredited bat sanctuary — has rescued about 50 bats with...
New Fort Worth Police Station Set for Grand Opening on the City’s South Side
Fort Worth residents have a new reason to feel secure, as the latest Fort Worth Police station is set to open its doors on the city’s south side. The grand opening of the facility located at 3501 W. Risinger Road is scheduled for Monday, July 29 from 10 a.m. to noon, as reported by the City of Fort Worth.
Arts Fort Worth Redefines Role, Steps Back from Community Arts Center Management Amid Financial Strains
Arts Fort Worth, an organization known for its stewardship over the cultural scene, is stepping back from managing the Fort Worth Community Arts Center, located at the bustling hub of 1300 Gendy St. In a clear-cut statement on Thursday, executive director Wesley Gentle communicated that they're shifting gears to concentrate on their primary mission of enhancing public art and amplifying their grants programs for the arts community. "While changes like this can feel surprising and concerning, Arts Fort Worth isn’t turning its back on the local arts community," Gentle asserted, according to the City of Fort Worth. The entity will begin winding down certain programs by the start of August this year.
Countdown to Kickoff 2024: 34 Days
34 | RB Ed Wesley (2008-2011) Arriving at TCU as a two-star out of Irving MacArthur, ranked outside the top 1,600 prospects in the Class of 2008, running back Ed Wesley would become the Horned Frogs starting running back and leading rusher in 2010. After redshirting his first season on...
Nocona Library concludes summer reading with a bang
Nocona Library’s summer reading kids celebrated local first responders in their final program of the season Wednesday. The kids got to see a fire truck up close, along with an ambulance. (courtesy photos) Art span pine needles to fused glass for local woman. This summer The Bowie News is...
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