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Celebration of Life, vigil to be held for Maynard family
TROY, Texas (FOX 44) – The Central Texas community will come together to remember and honor the Maynard family. A Celebration of Life and Candle Vigil will be held in memory of David, Mary, Colton and Brantley Maynard. The Celebration of Life event will take place from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Troy First Assembly of God, located at 722 W Main Street. The Troy Baseball Association will then host the Candle Vigil at the baseball field at 8:15 p.m., in honor of baseball players Colton and Brantley.
Texas’ 11th Largest City Now 8th Most Dangerous in U.S.
Not many people would ever associate The Hub City with Detroit MI, but according to one website they are number eight and seven, respectively, when it comes to the most dangerous cities in the U.S. Houston, TX is one of the largest cities in the country. San Antonio, TX and...
Texas Mom Creates Unique Homecoming Mums for Your Cups
Homecoming season is here in the Lone Star state! All across Texas, students are showing off their homecoming mums- and it seems like every year, they get bigger and bigger, not to mention expensive!. Every year, trendy homecoming mums take over all social media; sometimes it's because they light up,...
Urgent: 13 Young Girls Missing In Texas This August
Another month has come and (almost) gone in Texas. As August ends, the unfortunate truth is that numerous kids, the majority of young girls, have gone missing in the state. The issue of children going missing is not only confined to Texas, this is something seen nationally. But no matter where kids are going missing, it is tragic. It's impossible to understand what these children and their loved ones are thinking and feeling at this moment. But I can predict feelings of loss, fear, and panic.
Dozens arrested in Texas DEA bust of drug ring accused of burglarizing hundreds of pharmacies
The Drug Enforcement Agency has arrested dozens of alleged members of a Texas drug trafficking organization in a massive operation targeting the nation’s “largest known pharmacy burglary ring” in the history of the agency according to federal authorities. An additional 24 people were arrested in Houston in...
Watch: People Seek Shelter From Tornado in Texas Target
When fleeing from a tornado, you have to do whatever it takes to get to shelter. Ideally, it would be an actual tornado shelter, but a big box store is better than nothing. No, they’re not immune from being destroyed by a twister, but it’s 1,000 times better than trying to ride out or run from a storm in your vehicle. Many have lost their lives doing that.
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.
Texas Governor Announces $148 Billion Transportation Investment
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced Wednesday, August 28, 2024, an unprecedented $148 billion investment in Texas’ transportation infrastructure. This historic commitment includes the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) unanimous approval of a more than $104 billion 10-year transportation plan aimed at enhancing safety, addressing congestion and connectivity, and preserving roadways across the state.
Poisonous fireworms wash ashore on Texas coastline ahead of Labor Day weekend, officials warn
Ahead of Labor Day weekend, officials are warning those headed to Texas' beaches about fireworms.If you come across one, officials advise you to avoid touching it. Their sting leaves a burning sensation that can last for hours, and their venom can make you feel sick or dizzy.According to scientists, several of them have washed up on beaches near Corpus Christi and Port Aransas.A researcher from the Harte Research Institute found one attached to a log along the coast.Fireworms move around by hitching rides on logs. They feast on gooseneck barnacles.If one of these worms leaves its poisonous spike in your skin, you are recommended to use adhesive tape to remove it.RELATED: What are those fuzzy caterpillars crawling across southeast Texas right now?RELATED: What to do if you're stung by an asp caterpillarRELATED: Sea lice: What to know and how to avoid
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