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North Texas reports more poor air quality days to date than all of 2023
A month into a hot Texas summer, Dallas-Fort Worth already has surpassed the number of poor air quality days reported in all of 2023. As of July 18, the region reported 17 days that ground-level ozone, or smog, exceeded levels considered healthy for all populations. In 2023, the area reported 13 ozone air quality alerts.
LIST: How to get or donate back-to-school supplies in East Texas
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – School season is almost upon us and there are several back-to-school supply drives happening across the area that are looking for help and willing to give it. A study from Deloitte showed that on average families spend $582 per child on back-to-school supplies. “School supplies are a necessity” said LaToyia Jordan […]
Region 16 hosts Texas bilingual education leaders to empower teachers and students
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Across the 60 school districts Region 16 serves 17 percent of the student population is bilingual, the most prominent second language spoken being Spanish. So, Region 16 hosted members of the Texas Association for Bilingual Education to speak to teachers. "We want to see what...
Boy completes epic journey to every Harley Davidson in Texas amid terminal illness
NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas - A remarkable 9-year-old boy from New Braunfels, Gaven Quirarte, has achieved something extraordinary despite battling a terminal illness. Gaven, who has a deep love for motorcycles, has fulfilled his dream of visiting every Harley Davidson dealership in Texas, a feat made possible by the support of the biker group "Mile Monsters."
Babies R Us To Reopen Inside Some Kohl’s Stores In Texas
Is Babies R Us set to make a come back? With the help of another store, it's very possible. In 2018, Babies R Us along with Toys R Us closed all remaining locations throughout the United States. Now Babies R Us is attempting a comeback, but not through individual stores. Instead, Babies R Us will be opening inside select Kohl's Department Store locations.
In Texas, CenterPoint Says Customers Must Pay Them Now AND Pay Them Later
Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News!. Let’s face it. What happened in Houston after Hurricane Beryl slammed into the Texas coast was a total, complete, and unmitigated disaster. 2.7 million people lost power — 80% of the customer base of CenterPoint, the utility company that serves the Houston area. A week later, power has yet to be restored to many CenterPoint customers. America hasn’t seen a total collapse of the electrical grid like this since Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico in 2017. [Yes, it’s true. Puerto Rico is part of the US, a fact unknown to many Americans.]
US Marshals Need your Help Hunting Down this Most Wanted Man from Texas
Texas is a large state with a large population, and in that population are criminals who commit serious crimes. When the US Marshals become involved, you know the crime is severe. The US Marshals have a list of the 15 Most Wanted Fugitives and one dangerous Texas man makes the...
Free Summer Camps for Kids in Texas: Fun and Learning Await
Ensure your kids stay academically sharp with these FREE Tutoring Summer Camp in Johnson County and Tarrant County. They'll receive personalized instruction in reading and math, enjoy fun educational activities, and even go on exciting field trips. Plus, they provide free breakfast and lunch. Give your children the opportunity to succeed and thrive this summer without any cost to you.
1 man killed, several cars struck by gunfire in Dallas shooting
DALLAS — A man was killed and multiple cars were struck by gunfire in a shooting in Old East Dallas late Wednesday night, police said. The shooting happened shortly before 11 p.m. in the 3500 block of Munger Avenue, near Hall Street and U.S. 75. One man was shot, and he died, according to police at the scene. Multiple cars were also shot during the incident, according to police and footage from the scene.
Woman Swaps Canvases With Boyfriend During Painting Session and Notices Proposal Message
A woman was brought to tears when she swapped canvasses with her boyfriend during a painting session and noticed four important words had been added to his work: "Will U Marry Me?" The post Woman Swaps Canvases With Boyfriend During Painting Session and Notices Proposal Message appeared first on Happilynews.com.
Female MMA Fighter & Owner of 2A Fitness Joins Janet Martin Realty
After COVID hit hard in many states, the restrictions and lockdowns forced many to flee in search of a better life for themselves. Sarah Howell and her family were one of those. In Washington state, she says, “we already felt separated from the state in our political views, values and morals and didn’t want to raise our kids in public schools, but when COVID hit, we knew we had to leave!” Traveling approximately 1,974 miles, the Howell’s left Washington and moved to Sulphur Springs, Texas.
Cooler Temperatures Are On Their Way To Texas, For a Short Time
No, it's not time to break out the jackets and extra blankets, but a rare summer cold (or maybe cool) front is sweeping across Texas and that means cooler temperatures the rest of the week and even cooler temperatures this weekend. So what does that mean for different areas of...
Proposed Texas Curriculum Blurs Lines Between Church and State
Texas is poised to have a state curriculum that would include teachings on the Bible for public elementary school students across the state. From lessons about the Gospel of Matthew centering on the crucifixion of Jesus to portrayals of Christ’s Last Supper, the new plan would infuse Biblical content into the instruction for daily reading...
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