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Hunting and fishing licenses will soon go on sale for Texas outdoorsmen
New hunting and fishing licenses will go on sale Aug. 15. This is a good time to review your options and make sure you’re legal when the new ones kick in Sept. 1. You'll need a new hunting license for 2024-25, plus stamps or endorsements for archery, ducks and oversized redfish, plus a...
2024 Baylor football position primer: Quarterback
In just over one month, Baylor football will kick off the 2024 season against Tarleton State. With training camp right around the corner, BearsIllustrated will provide an in-depth preview and breakdown of each position group, including our early depth chart projections. Today, we focus on the quarterback room. Offseason recap.
Experts Predict Baylor Will Flip Top 500 Texas Tech LB Commit Kaleb Burns
In an interesting Sunday development from 247Sports, multiple experts placed predictions that Dave Aranda and the Baylor Bears will flip Texas Tech linebacker commit Kaleb Burns. Burns, a 6-foot, 220-pound linebacker from Houston, Texas, has been committed to the Red Raiders since July 1st. Rumors of Burns’ consideration to flip...
Hico Police Department mourns passing of officer
HICO, Texas (KWTX) - The Hico Police Department is mourning the loss of Officer Wayne Edgin who passed away Friday afternoon. Hico police said in a Facebook post on Wednesday that Edgin was placed in intensive care at Providence Hospital in Waco. According to Hico police, Edgin was suffering from...
McLennan County Sheriff’s Office investigates homicide at truck stop off I-35
MCLENNAN COUNTY, Texas (KWTX) - The McLennan County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left one person dead at the Gator Stop #3 off I-35 and Ross Rd., north of Elm Mott Sunday morning. According to authorities, the victim has been identified as 30-year-old man Dipak Oli who...
Baylor Football Continues Recruiting Hot Streak, Landing Another Four-Star Prospect
On Saturday evening, Dave Aranda and the Baylor Bears added yet another impressive prospect in the Class of 2026 with four-star wide receiver Ryelan Morris committing to Baylor. Morris, a 5-foot-9 wideout from Texas, chose the Bears over offers from 19 different programs, including Oregon, USC, Texas Tech, Houston, TCU,...
Traffic delays expected for Biden’s visit to Austin on Monday
AUSTIN, Texas — On Monday, President Joe Biden is scheduled to be in the Austin area to deliver the keynote address at an event commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act signing by former President Lyndon B. Johnson. There will be traffic delays and road closures between...
Free backpacks and haircuts at Homies United's Back to School Giveaway!
SAN ANTONIO - Local organizations are teaming together to help support local students before the new year. From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, and immunizations will be given out at the Supreme Kuts barbershop on Mission Road and East Southcross. Supplies will be given...
Fort Worth Seeks Resident Input on Transportation Overhaul with Moving a Million Survey
Fort Worth residents are being called to action with the launch of the Moving a Million (M1M) Moving Around Today survey, a step toward steering the city's transportation future. The City of Fort Worth highlighted the importance of the initiative which aims to safely and efficiently overhaul Fort Worth's transport network to better serve its growing populace.
Meet Michael Flores: ‘I’m truly blessed with a full life’
Michael Flores was recently named the president of Expo Home Improvement, a Carrollton based business that focuses on people who are passionate about serving others. With 22 years of experience in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Flores has built a career in construction and is committed to enhancing the lives of his customers, friends, family and employees. In his spare time, he enjoys playing basketball with friends or engaging in a game of pickleball.
Recreation Supervisor Angie Gilmore cultivates fun for Mesquite Residents
Angie Gilmore, a recreation supervisor for Mesquite Parks and Recreation, is a passionate advocate for providing top-notch recreational experiences to the community. With 25 years of experience in the field, Gilmore's journey from a camp counselor to overseeing operations at Rutherford Recreation Center and Camp Rorie Galloway showcases her dedication. During Parks and Recreation month, Gilmore goes above and beyond to engage participants and staff, ensuring unforgettable experiences for all. An area native, Gilmore's love for recreation extends beyond her work, as she enjoys hobbies like running, gardening, and exploring new places.
A&M-Commerce joins university collaborative with Dallas College
Texas A&M University-Commerce has joined two other universities working with Dallas College to help students transfer credits. A&M-Commerce, along with Dallas College, the University of North Texas at Dallas, and Texas Woman’s University have created the Dallas Transfer Collaborative. The effort is designed to help students who transfer from Dallas College get credit for coursework already completed.
2024 TCU Football Preview: Quarterbacks
TCU football is roughly one month away from kicking off the 2024 season. The Horned Frogs, who are entering their third campaign under head coach Sonny Dykes, will travel to face Stanford in a Big 12-ACC clash on Friday, Aug. 30. In the first installment of our season preview series, we’ll examine the quarterbacks who are back in the fold and who TCU fans could expect to step up from under center when the Horned Frogs take the field this fall.
Leon Bridges teases a new song, and it's about as Fort Worth as it gets
FORT WORTH, Texas — Leon Bridges is teasing a new album and the first snippets, released on his Instagram, are centered around his childhood in Fort Worth. The Grammy award-winning Bridges, who still lives in Fort Worth, regularly mentions this city in his music. In a recent release, he was inspired by the coffee chain Summer Moon, which has locations in Fort Worth. Bridges also filmed a music video in the Historic Southside neighborhood in 2020.
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