Graford
LATEST NEWS
Group of North Texas colleges just made it easier to earn a bachelor’s degree with less debt
For college students, transferring to a different school has often come with a hidden expense: credits that don’t transfer. In a novel move, four North Texas colleges signed an agreement to help students get their bachelor’s degree with less debt. Leaders from Dallas College, the University of North Texas at Dallas, Texas A&M-Commerce and Texas Woman’s University inked the Dallas Transfer Collaborative on Thursday afternoon, a move they said will get students who transfer from Dallas College into select programs at any of the three universities and across the graduation stage faster.
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...
New grocery delivery location opens in South Dallas
DALLAS - A North Texas nonprofit is making it easier for people living in a food desert to have access to fresh groceries. A second "Grocery Connect" location opened in South Dallas on Friday. The free online grocery delivery service is through Kroger. It's part of a partnership with Bonton...
Massive illegal dump site being cleared in Fort Worth
“I mean, look at this place, it’s a beautiful rainforest in the middle of the city," said Ramsey Shufi as he looked over his fence into his neighbor's yard. It's been a serene backdrop for Shufi and his family, blighted with trash--tons of it. The Texas Commission on Environmental...
Wreck involves 2 semis, 1 tanker and 1 pickup
Two tractor-trail rigs, a tanker truck and a pickup were all involved in a massive wreck that surprisingly only injured one person on July 23. The wreck occurred at 1:55 p.m. on U.S. 81/287 north of Lawhorn Lane. According to the Department of Public Safety public information officer the preliminary...
Earth temperature hits record temp then breaks it the next day
Copernicus, the European climate service, reported July 21 the earth sizzled to the hottest day ever measured by humans, only to be surpassed the very next day. Copernicus preliminary data shows the global average temperature on July 21 was 62.76 degree, beating the record set just last year on July 6, 2023 by .02 degrees. Both of those marks shattered the previous record of 62.24 degrees set in 2016.
Molly Qerim tells Jerry Jones ‘leave that nonsense’ and to stop ‘stirring the pot’ after his Dak Prescott remarks
MOLLY Qerim took issue with Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones' comments regarding quarterback Dak Prescott. The First Take host, 40, remarked on Jones' Thursday press conference. The 81-year-old Jones spoke about Dak Prescott, who is currently seeking a new contract and has one year left on his current deal. The...
Fort Worth’s Incora Names VP To Lead New Global Supplier Development Organization
Fort Worth-based Incora has introduced a global supplier development organization that will be led by U.K.-based Chiara Laiena, VP of supply chain development and transformation. She will report directly to Chad Stecker, chief supply chain officer. Laiena is a veteran executive with extensive experience leading global teams across supply chain,...
Dallas’ Forest Theater Celebrates 75th Anniversary, Sparks Revitalization in South Dallas
A gateway to the South Dallas neighborhood, the Forest Theater on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (formerly Forest Avenue) is turning 75 years old. Developed by the legendary Karl Hoblitzelle and a sister venue to the Majestic Theater, Lakewood Theater, and Inwood Theater, the Forest Theater is the heart of the Forest Forward initiative to bring healthy neighborhood revitalization to sunny South Dallas.
Dozens of McKinney Residents Speak Against 'Eyesore' Mosque Moving in Next Door
More than 60 McKinney residents flooded the chambers of a city Planning and Zoning Commission meeting earlier this month, the majority of whom spoke against a proposed mosque that would sit adjacent to their neighborhood. A rezoning application submitted by the McKinney Islamic Association would allow for the construction of...
Shakeup at Gateway Church continues, Pastor Robert Morris' son latest to step down
SOUTHLAKE -- The son of Gateway Church's founding pastor stepped down Thursday – just seven weeks after his father resigned over allegations he sexually assaulted a young girl decades ago.Pastor James Morris was the designated successor for his father, Pastor Robert Morris.James Morris' wife, Bridgette, also stepped down. Church staff members were told on Thursday.Pastor Robert's victim, Cindy Clemishire, revealed that the elder Morris sexually abused her starting in 1982 when she was just 12 years old."Earlier this week, the (church) elders met with Pastors James and Bridgette and they collectively made the decision that Pastors James and Bridgette would both...
Cowboys Submit New Extension Offer To WR CeeDee Lamb
Still dealing with a rare contract situation in which three players are in the mix for market-setting extensions, the Cowboys have Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb positioned ahead of Micah Parsons in their queue. Differing reports have come out regarding whether Dallas’ quarterback or top wide receiver is the first priority, but the most recent update would point to the latter being in that slot.
65% of Home Listings Have Been Sitting on the Market Longer Than a Month, Up From 60% a Year Ago
More listings are growing stale because high housing costs are dampening demand, while the supply of homes for sale is growing. Nearly two-thirds (64.7%) of homes that were on the market in June had been listed for at least 30 days without going under contract, according to a new report from Redfin (redfin.com), the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s up from 59.6% a year earlier, marking the biggest annual increase in a year, and the highest share of any June since 2020.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.