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$20 Minimum Wage Prompts Shake Shack Closures in California
Shake Shack has announced its plans to close six of its California locations nearly five months after the state’s new $20 minimum wage law took effect. Shake Shack Closures in California As detailed in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday, Shake Shack is set to close nine locations, attributing the decision […] Read the original article here: $20 Minimum Wage Prompts Shake Shack Closures in California
NASA Celebrates 25 Years of High School Aerospace Scholars
For 25 years, the Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM) at NASA’s Johnson Space Center has inspired and provided high school students across the state of Texas with NASA-focused learning experiences through the High School Aerospace Scholars (HAS) program. The OSTEM team celebrated the milestone on Monday, July 29 at Johnson’s Gilruth Center with poster sessions, special presentations, and a networking reception.
‘Going Varsity in Mariachi’ Review: Netflix Doc Follows Texas Teenagers Through the Ups and Downs of Statewide Band Competitions
After a lengthy and well-received run on the festival circuit, “Going Varsity in Mariachi” has arrived this week on Netflix, where it should find the wide mainstream audience it deserves. And “mainstream” really is the operative word here. Although it may sound in synopsis like a niche-audience attraction, this engaging and entertaining documentary about Texas high-schoolers playing for keeps in statewide mariachi band competitions has the right stuff to delight even viewers who normally wouldn’t know the difference between a grito and a guitarrón. As the opening titles succinctly explain: In Texas, where football usually tends to dominate any discussion about...
Six Texas Cities Ranked Worst In Nation For Deadly Drunk Driving Crashes
Driving and drinking is never the right choice in Texas. Drunk driving has been a problem in the state. Not only does it endanger the driver, it also endangers the people around them while out on the road. When you've been drinking, it's for the best to have a designated driver, or have a ride available to you.
Drought Update: Major downward trend across Texas, including locally
AUSTIN, Texas — Thursday means a new drought monitor has been released and conditions have drastically worsened statewide. For instance, 18% of the state fell into the "abnormally dry" category, which includes the entire Hill Country and even western sections of Travis and Williamson counties. Additionally, while these particular...
Natural Grocers to Hold Hiring Event, Community Meet & Greet in Texas
Natural Grocers’ new Waco, Texas, store won’t open until this winter, but the organic and natural grocery retailer is inviting Natural Grocers residents of Waco and the surrounding communities to attend a special Meet & Greet event on Sept. 10 and a two-day Hiring Event on Sept 11-12. Set to take place at the centrally located Courtyard Waco hotel, the events will give attendees the opportunity to learn more about the company’s history, founding principles and future employment opportunities.
Texas House Rep. Eddie Morales Visits Alpine ISD, Engages with Students and Staff
Alpine Independent School District (Alpine ISD) welcomed Texas House Representative Eddie Morales and his wife, Hellen Morales, during a campus visit this week. The visit allowed the representative to interact with students, staff, and administrators across several campuses, highlighting the district’s achievements and engaging with students on state and national political issues.
South-Central Texas Braces for Scattered Storms into Labor Day Weekend
San Antonio, TX – Isolated showers and thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and early evening, with temperatures in the upper 80s and low 90s across South-Central Texas. Areas like the Hill Country could see highs around 90 degrees, while San Antonio and surrounding regions may reach the mid-90s. According...
Princeton Officer, Suspect Wounded In Shootout
A Princeton police officer and a suspect were hospitalized early Thursday morning after a shootout. Officers were called to an assault at about 3am. They located the suspect who attacked the officer with a weapon, leading to both receiving gunshot wounds. Both the officer and the unidentified suspect are in stable condition at area hospitals. …
An Awesome Dove Hunting Season Is Expected in Texas This Year
I am avid hunter and a native Texan, I love the great outdoors so, I'm used to the heat in the Lone Star State. When it comes to hunting season, I know I have to be prepared because we've not only had a very hot summer but add to that a very dry summer as well.
BUSTED: Most Commonly Stolen Items From Texas Wal-Mart Stores
And a lot of people getting busted for it. Here in Texas, even misdemeanor theft can result in jail time and hefty fines. Walmart is the largest retailer in the U.S. and has 517 locations throughout Texas. Walmart constantly has to deal with "shrink" which is retail lingo for theft, from both consumers and "inside jobs."
Unveiling the Largest Lawsuit Payouts in Texas History
It seems like we like is a sue happy world nowadays, and that includes here in the state of Texas. But there are some lawsuits that are justified and there need to be consequences for mistakes made by big companies. When big companies make mistakes, it normally leads to a large lawsuit, so I wanted to find out about some of the largest lawsuit payouts in Texas history.
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