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7 people, including 5 students, treated after crash involving McCallum High School buses
AUSTIN, Texas — Seven people, including five students, were treated after a crash involving two McCallum High School buses Thursday night, according to Austin ISD. In a letter sent to the community Friday morning, McCallum Principal Andy Baxa said two band buses were on their way back from the Taco Shack Bowl game at House Park when they were hit by a sedan that appeared to have swerved out of its lane.
UT Football hosts first home game since joining SEC, local economic boost expected
AUSTIN, Texas — Less than a week after starting their fall semester, students at the University of Texas at Austin will gather at Darrell K. Royal Texas Memorial Stadium this weekend for the first football home game of the season. And there's added excitement this year with Texas joining the Southeastern Conference (SEC).
Lake Travis vs. Arlington Martin on NFHS Network: Watch Texas high school football
Another Central Texas high school football power is opening its season against a solid program from the Dallas area, and fans can stream it live. Travis Lake football, the No. 2 team in our preseason countdown, is traveling to Arlington to face Martin High School for a 7 p.m. Friday battle between two 2023 Class 6A playoff teams. The two met last year and Lake Travis won at home. ...
Audit finds low pay, telework policy among drags on the city’s worker retention rate
A recent audit by the Office of the City Auditor found the city’s efforts to retain employees are falling short, with compensation, career progression and telework policies standing out as problem areas. With a turnover rate that peaked at 11.77 percent in 2022, the need for more effective and strategic retention policies has become critical.
Westlake dominates Prosper 35-14: Texas football recruit impresses, plus other takeaways
Facing Prosper in a season-opening neutral site clash of expected Class 6A state powers, Westlake walked away with a 35-14 win Thursday night at Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton. It was a tight game until late in the third quarter, when the Chaparrals — No. 25 in MaxPreps' preseason rankings — began to assert their dominance over the Eagles, ranked No. 15. Westlake quarterback Rees Wise was electric, collecting four touchdown passes and a 2-point conversion. The...
Watch five-star Texas commitment Jonah Williams shine, score on an opening kickoff return
Imagine being the nation’s No. 1-ranked safety who is a two-sport star and throws a fastball 94 mph and committed to the Texas Longhorns. Life seems pretty good. How about kickstarting your high school season with a kickoff return for a touchdown? Jonah Williams did just that Thursday as Galveston ...
High School Football: Gainesville travels to ‘The Lions Den’ for matchup with Westlake
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - In a matchup between a program with proven success against a team with untapped potential, Gainesville and head coach Josh Niblett — one of the most visible coaches in the state, known for his fiery red suit and shoes — travels to College Park to face first year head coach Morris Mitchell and Westlake in this week’s ‘Drive for the GHSA State Title: Game of the Week’ presented by GeorgiaContructionCareers.com.
Lady Eagles go 7-1 in Leander-Georgetown-East View tournament
Salado Lady Eagles went 7-1, losing in the semi-finals of the Gold Bracket in the Leander-Georgetown-East View volleyball tournament Aug. 15-17. The tourney had 20 teams competing. The 9-1 Lady Eagles are ranked #5 in 4A volleyball by the Texas Girls Coaches Association. Ladies beat Giddings. The Lady Eagles beat...
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.
An Awesome Dove Hunting Season Is Expected in Texas This Year
I am avid hunter and a native Texan, I love the great outdoors so, I'm used to the heat in the Lone Star State. When it comes to hunting season, I know I have to be prepared because we've not only had a very hot summer but add to that a very dry summer as well.
Stay Sober, Stay Safe: Texas Police Boost Patrols for Labor Day Weekend
If you think there's an abundance of cops in Texas already, there will be an increase of cops on the road over the next few days. As Labor Day is approaching, it's a great way to say goodbye to summer (at least until next year). But with the amount of partying that goes on, the Texas Department of Transportation announced there WILL be more police on the road this week.
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.
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