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Lady Tarpons fall to San Perlita Lady Trojans
On Monday, Aug. 12, the Port Isabel Lady Tarpons volleyball team hosted the San Perlita Lady Trojans in the Lady Tarpons season’s opener. The Lady Tarpons got off to a great start in the best-of-five series. In the first set, they jumped up to a 2-0 lead before the Lady Trojans tied the game up at 2-2. Junior Nadia Flaig got a big spike at the net to give the Lady Tarpons a 3-2 lead.
Brownsville man gets 35 years for fatal shooting at apartment complex
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... A man pleaded guilty on Wednesday to fatally shooting someone outside an apartment complex in Brownsville a little more than three years ago. Court records indicate Hector Hugo Lopez pleaded guilty to the Aug. 4, 2021 murder of Edgar Barrera. In exchange for his...
Trucker claims he was “obligated” to smuggle migrants because he owed a guy drug money
A truck driver arrested for smuggling migrants told agents he had no choice because he owed a man drug money. The driver was arrested on August 6th at the Freer, Texas border checkpoint after 10 p.m. According to Laredo Morning Times, a K9 unit alerted to the possible presence of contraband inside of a tractor […] The post Trucker claims he was “obligated” to smuggle migrants because he owed a guy drug money appeared first on CDLLife.
Couples celebrate unbreakable bonds at Laredo’s new Love Lock Bridge
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Couples are already making their mark on Laredo’s new Love Lock Bridge, attaching padlocks to celebrate their eternal love. On Monday, August 12, the City of Laredo held an inauguration ceremony for the Love Lock Bridge. The event was hosted by District 6 Council Member Dr. Tyler King and 4 Life Center.
Lady Eagles fall in five sets to Alice
A comeback bid by the Woodsboro Lady Eagles fell short in a five-set loss to the Alice Lady Coyotes on Aug. 13 at the Eagle Dome. Alice won the first two sets 25-19, 25-19 before the Lady Eagles took the next two by scores of 25-20, 25-22. The Lady Coyotes edged Woodsboro 16-14 in the decisive fifth set.
Not Shocking News, Wichita Falls Has Some of the Worst Drivers in Texas
Been saying it for years and the stats back me up on this one. Keep Scrolling to See Which Texas Cities Have the Worst Drivers. I have heard a lot of people in Wichita Falls complain about the horrible drivers whenever they have to go to Dallas. It is true, Dallas has significantly worse traffic than us here in Wichita Falls. Worse drivers? I don't think so. People in Wichita Falls don't know basic driving etiquette and I am shocked that some of you are legally allowed to have a license. Looks like the latest reporter from Consumer Affairs agrees with me.
Fort Worth’s Flowerbed: the Next Shoegaze Band to Break Ground in Texas
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Volunteers learn to fingerprint, ID deceased migrants
Volunteers with the Eagle Pass Border Vigil Coalition this week have been learning how to take forensic fingerprints to help identify migrants who died trying to cross the border into South Texas. They are part of a group of forensic specialists who have been in Eagle Pass this week helping to reduce the overflow of bodies at the Maverick County Sheriff Department's mobile morgue.
Mother barred from contacting children after McAllen house fire hospitalizes them
A McAllen woman was charged with five counts of abandoning or endangering a child after the McAllen Fire Department said a Friday house fire hospitalized four of her children in critical condition. Maria Helena Sierra Martinez was arrested in connection with the incident, the McAllen Police Department said in a...
Mission police respond to false school threats, one person in custody
False school threats are already pouring in at the city of Mission, police said Thursday. The Mission Police Department confirmed to Channel 5 News they've received two threats to schools in their jurisdiction. The first day of school for the Mission Consolidated Independent School District was on Wednesday. Mission police...
Mission police reaffirm commitment to student safety, ask parents for help
MISSION — Police here, in partnership with other local law enforcement, held a press conference Thursday to reaffirm law enforcement’s commitment to keep students safe this coming school year and ask the assistance of parents in doing so. Mission’s Assistant Chief Teodoro “Ted” Rodriguez was backed by representatives...
Pharr man convicted in stepson’s murder sentenced to 40 years
A Pharr man was convicted of murder after taking a plea deal in the shooting death of his stepson, according to Hidalgo County court documents. Jose Asencion Hernandez was sentenced on Tuesday to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to the murder of his stepson, court records show. Hernandez...
Largest Lottery, Powerball, and Mega Millions Wins in Texas
Everyone in Texas who has ever purchased a lottery ticket has dreamed of what they would do with that money. Most start by saying paying off debt, others want to help family members, or splurge big on a car and house. While most of us will only dream of what it would be like to receive that big check, there are a few people in Texas who have won big.
If Texas Were a Country, We Would Have Placed 4th In Gold Medals
The Olympics has concluded and the United States of America led all Countries in medals with 126. The USA had 40 gold which was tied with China. They also had 44 silvers, and 42 bronze, which led in both categories. An awesome Olympics indeed, however, we live in Texas and are super proud which means we are going to break it down even more.
Biggest Reasons for Casualties on Texas Roads
In Texas it seems like most people are in a hurry. Whether they are rushing to get their work done or rushing to get home to their family, people tend to drive a little faster in Texas. You will notice this as soon as you are on any Texas highway or interstate. Unfortunately, some of those unsafe driving habits can lead to crashes and even fatalities on Texas roadways, let’s look at the biggest reasons for those fatal crashes.
Warning: Not Stopping For Texas School Buses Carries Big Penalties
Let's keep our little Texans safe. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) wants us all to remember to always stop for school buses that have activated flashing red lights and have the stop arm extended. In most circumstances, you need to stop regardless of what side of the road you...
Acadian Ambulance Facing Multiple Class Action Lawsuits Over Data Breach
Several class action lawsuits have been filed against Acadian Ambulance over a recent ransomware attack and data breach that may have affected up to 10 million individuals. At the time of publication, the breach has yet to be reported to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights, so it is unclear exactly how many individuals have been affected.
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