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Texas districts build their own housing to tackle affordability
A school district in west Texas built an apartment complex to offer a more affordable housing option to its teachers, a solution that came up this week in a new report released by the state to tackle this growing problem.
Texas Government Appoints Amarillo Business Owner Bobby Lee to Texas Commission on the Arts
In a move that confirms Texas' commitment to engendering a vibrant cultural atmosphere, Governor Greg Abbott has made a notable addition to the Texas Commission on the Arts. Robert "Bobby" Lee, an Amarillo business co-owner renowned for his stake in The Big Texan Steak Ranch, has been appointed to a five-year term on the Commission. His tenure is set to stretch until the end of August 2029, an end date reflecting the long-term expectations the State has in its appointees.
Status of local rivers, lakes, and the forecast ahead of Labor Day Weekend
With the unofficial last weekend of summer upon us, many may be wanting to make the most out of the three-day weekend with a trip to an area lake, river, or the beach. Here’s what you need to know before heading out:. KEY POINTS:. Not for everyone each day,...
33rd Jacky Pierce Charity Classic golf tournament raises $500,000 for non-profits in Texas Panhandle, New Mexico
The United Family announced that multiple non-profit organizations across Texas and the High Plains received a combined $500,000 after the recent 33rd Annual Jacky Pierce Charity Classic golf tournament held in Lubbock.
Mississippi man killed after his helicopter crashes in Texas ‘for unknown reasons’
NEWTON COUNTY, Texas (WLBT) - A Mississippi man was killed and another person was injured after a helicopter crashed in Texas. Troopers were notified of the crash on Friday around 1:30 p.m. The helicopter, authorities say, was used for agricultural services and crashed “for unknown reasons” as it was nearing...
Man on Texas most wanted immigrant list arrested in Houston, officials say
Authorities in Houston have captured one of Texas' most wanted undocumented immigrants.On Tuesday, the Texas Department of Public Safety announced the arrest of 20-year-old Jose Miguel Zelaya-Ponce, who had been wanted since July for aggravated sexual assault of a child under 14.He was added to Texas' 10 Most Wanted Criminal Immigrants List last week.Texas DPS said Ponce, who's from Honduras but has ties to Harris County and Houston, was arrested last Friday.ORIGINAL REPORT: Harris County fugitive added to Texas' 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants ListCAPTURED: Criminal Illegal Immigrant on Most Wanted List Arrested in HoustonAUSTIN – @TxDPS has captured another fugitive from Texas’ 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List in Houston – just days after he was added to the list. A Crime Stoppers reward will not be paid… pic.twitter.com/DVQcnLIUvh— Texas DPS (@TxDPS) August 27, 2024 In April 2021, Ponce was arrested by U.S. Customs and Border Protection and charged with alien removal.He was given an order of recognizance and released but was issued a final order of removal in June.Officials had previously offered a cash reward of up to $3,000 but said it would not be paid in this arrest.
Hispanics and poor discriminated against in San Angelo schools, federal complaint alleges
Here's what to know about the investigation opened by the federal Office for Civil Rights concerning possible discrimination at San Angelo ISD. The Standard-Times obtained a copy of the complaint filed against SAISD through a Freedom of Information Act request. The documents contain allegations of "escalating" discrimination against teachers, parents and students of the bilingual program at Glenmore Elementary. ...
Texas Lawyer Caught in Vile Plot to Bribe Pregnant Inmates for Their Children
We, as consumers of news, social media, and radio, are exposed to a lot of information daily. However, every now and then, something extraordinary captures our attention. This is one of those stories. Many people across the state, country, and world want nothing more than to have a child, and...
Labor Day Weekend Events And Happenings Around In East Texas
Labor Day weekend 2024 is here! Labor Day was declared a national holiday in 1894 and is observed on the first Monday of September to honor and recognize the American Labor movement that grew from a violent clash between labor and police in Chicago in 1886 when thousands of workers took to the street demanding an eight-hour workday. (Google)
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