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ASCS Elite Outlaw Sprints Rolling To RPM Speedway This Saturday
Round 10 of the 2024 season for the MYCO Plastics ASCS Elite Outlaw Sprint Series is back on track at RPM Speedway in Crandall, TX, on Saturday, Aug. 17. The lone visit to the 1/4-mile oval in 2024 by the Winged 410 Sprint Car series; the tour’s only other visit was on June 2, 2023, with Cody Gardner taking the win after a hair-raising battle with Justin Zimmerman that ended with the two making contact.
Tragic Accident: Texas Man Plummets To Death In Alaskan Waterfall
Texas is not known for large, cascading waterfalls, and our opportunities for river rafting are somewhat limited. It's not surprising that an adventurous soul would travel thousands of miles to experience the thrill of the water in Alaska. Sadly, that adventure ended tragically for one Texas man. Larry Keith Erwin,...
North Texas superintendent uses police background to make sure students stay safe
PLANO, Texas - Staci Weaver, the superintendent of Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy schools in Mesquite and Plano, has a background that is different from many school superintendents. Weaver, now in her fourth year at Legacy Preparatory, was a Florida police officer in the 90s and early 2000s. She now uses...
Mesquite City Council postpones vote on drone deliveries
The skies above Mesquite may soon be buzzing with drone deliveries as the city council prepares to vote on zoning regulations for drone delivery stations on Aug. 19. Planning Director Jeff Armstrong presented potential regulations for drone delivery station uses at an Aug. 5 city council meeting. Armstrong outlined two proposed uses: primary and accessory, based on land zoning and the combined weight of the drone and package.
Mobile Food Pantry scheduled to visit Rockwall on Tuesday, August 20
Rockwall, TX (August 15, 2024) – Each month, the mobile food pantry of the North Texas Food Bank and Catholic Charities Dallas arrives in Rockwall with fresh fruit, vegetables, and other food items. Providing an abundance of food and good protein sources for those in need, July’s event served 134 families. The local youth group also participated by making bag lunches for additional support for recipient families.
Arlington Career and Education Fair to Connect Job Seekers with Employers and Educational Workshops
For those on the prowl for new job opportunities or seeking to bolster their education credentials, the Arlington Public Library is stepping up with a practical solution. According to the City of Arlington, the East Library and Recreation Center will be the rendezvous point for the Career and Education Fair scheduled for Saturday, August 24. The event promises to be a fertile ground for both job seekers and those looking to keep pace with education from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Coach Brent Watkins era kicks off in Kerens at Meet the Bobcats
New Kerens ISD athletic director and head football coach Brent Watkins, who was Malakoff’s defensive coordinator for 15 years and helped lead Malakoff to the 2023 Class 3A, Division I football state championship, tells attendees his plans for Kerens, saying he likes winning much more than losing. Monitor Photo/Russell...
Audiovisual company Infinity Sound plans new $4M headquarters in Mansfield
A new headquarters facility is on its way to Mansfield. Audiovisual, theatrical lighting and rigging company Infinity Sound Ltd. said it plans to build a 23,000-square-foot headquarters building at 411 Easy Drive. Currently, the company has another address on Rendon Bloodworth Road in Mansfield, south of Arlington, and previously it...
Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Special Session Meeting Summary: Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 14, 2024) NOTE: The following is a submitted press release from Rockwall ISD following the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Special Session Meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024. Board meeting summaries highlight different agenda items. Board meeting videos are available for viewing within 24-hours of the meeting at www.rockwallisd.com.
Mesquite Man Arrested for Attempted Murder After Firing Several Shots Toward Citizens
A Mesquite resident was arrested Tuesday evening following an attempted murder with several shots fired. Andrew Guerrero, 30, reportedly shot several shots between Old Mill Road and Desert Drive in Hurricane before police set up a perimeter to apprehend the suspect. The Mesquite Police Department released a statement summarizing the...
AAA: San Antonio gas prices drop, Texas holding steady
SAN ANTONIO (KTSA News) — A week ago, you were seeing a 15-cent increase in the average price for regular unleaded fuel in San Antonio, but this week the script has been flipped. For the second time in a two-week period, the Alamo City is sitting at $2.99 per...
Arlington's Choctaw Stadium to Host Coca-Cola and Enchant Christmas' Holiday Spectacular Starting November 22
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages is teaming up with Enchant Christmas to roll out a holiday extravaganza that promises to be nothing short of classic, the 'Coca-Cola's Classic Christmas'. Taking over Choctaw Stadium in Arlington, this event is pegged as the motherload of holiday cheer with a treasure trove of Christmas traditions brought to life under the glitter of festive lights.
Mesquite council stalls decision on EV charging ordinance
Mesquite's City Council hit the brakes on regulating electric vehicle charging stations, unanimously tabling a vote on proposed ordinances indefinitely. At an Aug. 5 meeting, Planning Director Jeff Armstrong presented potential regulations for EV charging stations.
Lancaster firefighters escort daughter of fallen firefighter to first day of kindergarten
The first day of school often brings a mix of emotions, including excitement and a bit of anxiety. For the Peterson family, this day was no different, though it was bittersweet. "Guys we're letting you walk to class with her," Principal Elizabeth Hostin told a crowd of waiting Lancaster Fire...
Tragic Discovery of Deceased Newborn in Northwest Houston Highlights Urgent Need for Safe Haven Awareness
In the light of the recent heartbreaking discovery of a deceased newborn baby in the Chimney Hill subdivision of Northwest Houston, the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services is urging those who find themselves unable to take care of their newborns to remember the Safe Haven law or the Baby Moses law.
Vehicle sale argument at car wash leads to shooting in Duncanville
DUNCANVILLE – An argument during the sale of a vehicle at a car wash on Wednesday escalated, resulting in a man being shot multiple times. Police responded to reports of a shooting around 1 p.m. at 875 E Highway 67 Service Road. The injured man was transported to Methodist...
Rice Basketball Recruiting: G Jacob Dar commits to Owls
Rice basketball looks to put the finishing touches on its 2024 roster. Emory and Henry transfer guard Jacob Dar has committed to the Owls. No sooner had the Transfer Portal opened then an influx of new members of the 2024-2025 Rice basketball team began. New head coach Rob Lanier and his staff worked diligently to replenish the roster on the fly, nearly filling it to the brim in a matter of a few short weeks. As the fall approached, few spots remained to fortify that group. The Owls made sure they had room for at least one more, though. Guard Jacob Dar has committed to the Owls.
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