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Lamb of God Drop HEALTH Remix of “Laid to Rest” Ahead of Tour with Mastodon
The track is included on the Ashes of the Wake 20th Anniversary Edition arriving August 30th. Lamb of God Drop HEALTH Remix of “Laid to Rest” Ahead of Tour with Mastodon Jon Hadusek
Supreme Court grants Texas man a stay of execution just before his scheduled lethal injection
The U.S. Supreme Court granted a stay of execution for a Texas man 20 minutes before he was to receive a lethal injection Tuesday evening. The inmate has long maintained DNA testing would help prove he wasn’t responsible for the fatal stabbing of an 85-year-old woman during a home robbery decades ago.
$20 Texas Scratch-Off is Worth $1 Million for One Lucky Texan
We have another millionaire in Texas! A Temple resident claimed a top prize winning ticket worth $1 million in the Texas Lottery scratch ticket game VIP Millions. The ticket was purchased at EZ Stop, located at 401 E. Adams Ave., in Temple. As always, The claimant elected to remain anonymous.
Metrocrest Chamber to host Women’s Business Forum
The Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce will host its 2024 Women’s Business Forum from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 26 at 4045 Belt Line Road in Addison. The event will focus on the future of education and its role in preparing students for tomorrow's workforce. Those interested can register at tinyurl.com/ycttsvc5.
Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
Coppell ISD Communications Department wins 7 NSPRA awards
The Coppell ISD Communications and Community Engagement Department recently received seven national awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). The NSPRA website states they are, “the leader in developing professionals to communicate strategically, build trust and foster positive relationships in support of their school communities.” Their mission is to develop professionals to communicate strategically, build trust and foster positive relationships in support of their school communities.
Business Spotlight: DFW-based company puts the care back in car care
AAMCO Transmissions and Total Car Care, a Plano-based repair shop for all automotive problems, has opened a new location in Carrollton. The company, established in 1938 when automatic transmissions became more common, has a long history of serving motorists' needs. Dave Przybylo, director of training at the Carrollton location, said...
Another Texas migrant aid group asks a judge to push back on investigation by Republican AG
EDINBURG, Texas (AP) — A prominent aid group along the U.S.-Mexico border asked a Texas judge on Wednesday to push back on a widening Republican-led investigation into nonprofits that help migrants, weeks after a separate court rejected efforts by the state to shutter an El Paso shelter. Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley provides temporary shelter and food to as many as 2,000 migrants a day when border crossings are high. In recent months, the nonprofit and at least three others in Texas that help migrants have come under scrutiny from state officials following a directive from Republican Gov....
Another Texas Megachurch Pastor Is Stepping Down, Cites Moral Failings
There's been a peculiar series of megachurch controversies occurring over the last few months. First, Tony Evans. Then, Robert Morris. Now, it's Tony Cammarota, who's stepping down as pastor of Texas' Stonebriar Community Church. Per NBC, the church terminated Cammarota after he "confessed to church leadership of a moral failure. He is deeply remorseful but his sin disqualifies him from serving on our staff as a pastor." The full letter detailing Cammarota's exit reads as follows.
WATCH: Takeaways from Texas A&M's appearance at 2024 SEC Media Days in Dallas
DALLAS – Texas A&M football took part in the 2024 SEC Media Days on Thursday. Head football coach Mike Elko, left tackle Trey Zuhn III, defensive tackle Shemar Turner and linebacker Taurean York all represented the Aggies and spoke with the media. GigEm247 reporters Carter Karels and Andrew Hattersley...
Cozby Library plans end-of-summer reading celebration
The Cozby Library and Community Commons is slated to host its end-of-summer reading celebration from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 27 at 177 N. Heartz Road. The event will feature games, crafts, an outdoor picnic and a trackless train ride. Visitors can enjoy various activities marking the conclusion of the library's summer reading program.
Coppell Business Spotlight: Coppell pediatric dental practice focuses on child-friendly care
Melissa Rozas, D.D.S and Associates is a Coppell-based pediatric dental practice focused on providing care for children. The practice's website states its mission is to provide children with a dental home that will serve them through each stage of their life from infancy to adolescence. The team is committed to raising the bar and going above and beyond to serve each family.
Irving’s Heidelberg Materials Selected by the EPA for Up to $5M Environmental Project
Irving-based Heidelberg Materials North America has been selected to receive up to $5 million in funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to create a robust, web-based tool that can help ready-mix concrete, cement, and aggregate facilities to quickly produce high-quality Environmental Product Declarations. “With this funding, Heidelberg Materials...
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