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Venomous ‘nightmare’ fireworms invade Texas beaches
Texas beachgoers are being urged to stay vigilant as venomous fireworms, described as “your worst nightmare,” have been spotted along the shores near Corpus Christi and Port Aransas. The Harte Research Institute for the Gulf of Mexico Studies, a division of Texas A&M University in Corpus Christi, issued the warning after several sightings of these unusual marine critters.
Shreveport lawmaker fought ethics board for years before authoring new ethics laws
Freshman state legislators typically promise to bring back more money to their districts or to pursue broader policy. But the very first two bills Rep. Steven Jackson, D-Shreveport, authored during his first regular session in the Louisiana Legislature had an unusual target for a new lawmaker: Louisiana’s Board of Ethics. Jackson’s first bill reduces how […]
Shreveport preps for Southern Soul Pre-Labor Day celebration
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Shreveport is gearing up for its 13th Annual Blues & Southern Soul Pre-Labor Day Festival, set to take place on September 1, 2024, at Festival Plaza. This year’s event, entitled “The Return of the King,” promises an unforgettable evening of live performances, featuring headliner King George alongside a stellar lineup, including Brian Jack & The Zydeco Gamblers, Marcellus The Singer, Donnie Ray, S Dott, CaptainJack, and more.
Man wanted for alleged felony theft from car dealership
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - Shreveport Police is seeking the public’s help in seeking a man who is wanted for allegedly stealing from a car dealership. On August 27, the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) obtained warrants for the arrest of James Williams and is now searching for him. Williams is wanted for his alleged connection with a felony theft at a car dealership in the 1100 block of East Bert Kouns Industrial Loop.
Health Matters Mental Health Edition: Methamphetamine Addiction, a LARC Clinical Trial Looks at a Potential Treatment
Thu., August 29, 2024, at 6 p.m. On this Health Matters Mental Health Edition, host Jenny Gregorio will be joined by Dr. Shawn McNeil, Kevin Murnane, PhD, and PhD candidate Frances Vest to talk about addiction to methamphetamines, its prevalence, and a new clinical trial here at LSU Health Shreveport which will look at psilocybin as a possible treatment. Questions will be taken during the show at 1-800-552-8502.
Food Truck Frenzy Kicks Off Labor Day Weekend in Texarkana
If you're looking for food and fun this Labor Day weekend get ready for Food Truck Frenzy this Friday and Saturday, August 30-31, at the Arkansas Convention Center presented by the Texarkana Board of Realtors. Food Truck Frenzy. The fun begins with a cornhole tournament on Friday and Saturday at...
TxDOT, local law enforcement warn against drinking & driving this Labor Day weekend
Many people will be celebrating this Labor Day weekend… but TxDot and local law enforcement are warning people not to drink and drive. TxDot and local police are stepping up enforcement across Texas over the holiday.
Texas Teachers Are The Most Overworked In The U.S.
It certainly appears that we aren't taking very good care of our teachers. A number of Texas school districts have kicked off the school year. This type of thing would never be on my radar, except for the fact that a number of teachers posted their Amazon wish lists online in order to receive a little help. If you're unfamiliar with the phenomenon, the teachers are so desperate for classroom basics that they are turning to their communities for a little support. I have to say, it's a bit embarrassing that the State Of Texas doesn't give teachers what they need to do their jobs.
Police Warn Texans to Be Vigilant Against Phone-Spoofing Scam
Police in San Antonio, Texas are warning residents of a rise in phone scams where scammers are pretending to be local police calling. Authorities at the Schertz police department says that scammers are not only identifying themselves as police but they are phone-spoofing to manipulate the Caller ID so it comes up as the police calling you.
Get Ready for the 2024 East/West Rivalry Game
The date for the 2024 East/West Rivalry has been set. This years game has lost some of it's luster. Both East and West have been put in new districts this season, which means that this years contest will be a non-district matchup and will be the second game of the season. Last year's game was the season finale with playoff seeding on the line.
Urgent: 13 Young Girls Missing In Texas This August
Another month has come and (almost) gone in Texas. As August ends, the unfortunate truth is that numerous kids, the majority of young girls, have gone missing in the state. The issue of children going missing is not only confined to Texas, this is something seen nationally. But no matter where kids are going missing, it is tragic. It's impossible to understand what these children and their loved ones are thinking and feeling at this moment. But I can predict feelings of loss, fear, and panic.
Weekend forecast now dryer but still wet next week
Friday's Weather Headline: If you're looking for a short break from the rain, this is the forecast for you! If you want more rain, we've still got plenty to come after the break! However, the tropics are beginning to really ramp up... Read on for more details.
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