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Newly renamed S.M. Wright freeway is first Texas state highway named after an African American
After discovering a decades-old error, the city of Dallas is officially renaming a three-mile stretch of the South Central Expressway the S. M. Wright Freeway in honor of the late pastor and civil rights leader. This marks the first time a state highway in Texas has been named after an...
Report: Infill Development, Code Updates Could Close the Gap in Dallas’ Affordability Crisis
Dallas has built a city that residents can’t afford to live in and the city can’t afford to maintain, according to a report released last month. The solution per a local consulting firm: Update development codes to eliminate things like minimum parking requirements and minimum lot sizes, build infill development on vacant lots, and provide infrastructure in long-neglected areas of southern Dallas.
These Two Texas Cities Are Among the MOST BED BUG-INFECTED in the U.S.
In recent years, the comeback of bed bugs has become a major issue in many American cities. With their capacity to quickly infest houses, hotels, and other businesses, these pests have made national news. Notably, two Texas cities have emerged as the most severely affected by bed bug infestations in the United States, bringing attention to the larger issue of pest control and public health.
Dallas’ ‘Hawkeye & Michelle’ To Help ‘Feed The City’ Next Month.
Cumulus Media “New Country 96.3” KSCS Dallas morning hosts Mark “Hawkeye” Louis and Michelle Rodriguez partner with Tango Charities for Feed the City at Texas Live! outside of Globe Life Field on Sept. 14 at 7:30am. The effort seeks volunteers to help pack 30,000 meals for kids in need, and a performance by LOCASH will follow it. Hawkeye and Michelle assure that this will be their biggest “Feed the City” event ever. “We need volunteers to make the meals,” Hawkeye said on Monday’s show. “We have everything we need to make the meals. We need volunteers. Everybody that did it last year was so excited about it. I know a couple that actually met there, and they’re dating now.”
Pizza and Local Politics Were on the Agenda at Dallas’ First Youth Town Hall
High schoolers gathered to eat pizza and learn about local government at the first Dallas City Council Youth Town Hall on Aug. 15. While the town hall was focused on City Council District 11 and hosted by District 11 council member Jaynie Schultz, youths from several different districts were present.
Dallas Cowboys Controversial Owner Jerry Jones Sparks Even More Trade Rumors with Recent Comments
The Dallas Cowboys, and owner Jerry Jones in particular, have received a great deal of criticism this offseason for the way they have decided to build their roster ahead of the 2024 season. Tony Pollard, who rushed for at least 1,000 yards in each of the past two seasons, left for the Tennessee Titans in free agency and was replaced by Ezekiel Elliott. While Elliott is one of the best running backs in Cowboys history, he is coming off of the worst season of his career with the New England Patriots.
Major Grocery Chain in Louisiana and Texas Under Fire for Pricing, Privacy Concerns
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - A grocery chain with stores across Texas and Louisiana is facing scrutiny in the Senate over new electronic shelf tags, which critics say will lead to unfair pricing. Also of concern to those critics? Privacy issues stemming from small cameras including in some of the...
Chicken Nuggets/Tenders Recalled – What Texans Should Know
The Food Safety Inspection Service of the United States Department of Agriculture has a word of caution for Texas shoppers in Beaumont, Orange, Port Arthur, Jasper, Tyler, and Lufkin. In fact, any place in the state where ready-to-eat chicken nuggets and chicken tenders are sold frozen and ready to heat and eat should pay attention to this recall notice.
Southeast Texas Faces Extreme Heat: Advisory from 10 AM to 10 PM Today
Houston, TX – Residents of Southeast Texas are under an Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory today, with the National Weather Service (NWS) advising all to take precautions. The advisory spans from 10 AM to 10 PM, urging everyone to avoid strenuous outdoor activities and stay hydrated as temperatures are expected to climb significantly.
Everything’s Bigger in Texas—Including This High School’s Tuition!
Everything is bigger in Texas… especially when it comes to forking over money to get your kids through school!. My son just started high school but I’m already stressing the cost of college as I’m sufre most other parents with high school kids are. However, If you thought college tuition was outrageous, wait until you hear about the price tag for high school education in Texas.
Texas Department of Public Safety Honors 75 Years of Aircraft Operations Division
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is celebrating National Aviation Day by recognizing the significant contributions of its Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) over the past 75 years. “For 75 years, the Aircraft Operations Division has played a vital role in DPS’ mission to protect and...
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