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Group of North Texas colleges just made it easier to earn a bachelor’s degree with less debt
For college students, transferring to a different school has often come with a hidden expense: credits that don’t transfer. In a novel move, four North Texas colleges signed an agreement to help students get their bachelor’s degree with less debt. Leaders from Dallas College, the University of North Texas at Dallas, Texas A&M-Commerce and Texas Woman’s University inked the Dallas Transfer Collaborative on Thursday afternoon, a move they said will get students who transfer from Dallas College into select programs at any of the three universities and across the graduation stage faster.
'It's raining bats': Bat World Sanctuary warns of injured bats in Texas town Mineral Wells
Bat World Sanctuary in Weatherford, about 70 miles west of Dallas, is warning residents of "raining bats" as disease takes over a local colony, leaving bats stranded across Downtown Mineral Wells. Within 24 hours, the rescue center — which is the world's only accredited bat sanctuary — has rescued about 50 bats with...
65% of Home Listings Have Been Sitting on the Market Longer Than a Month, Up From 60% a Year Ago
More listings are growing stale because high housing costs are dampening demand, while the supply of homes for sale is growing. Nearly two-thirds (64.7%) of homes that were on the market in June had been listed for at least 30 days without going under contract, according to a new report from Redfin (redfin.com), the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s up from 59.6% a year earlier, marking the biggest annual increase in a year, and the highest share of any June since 2020.
Wildfire south of Princeton mapped at close to 1,800 hectares
The Calcite Creek wildfire south of Princeton saw no growth overnight and remains 1,789 hectares in size, as of Saturday afternoon, July 27. BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says the blaze — located about 40 kilometres south of the Similkameen town — is still categorized as "out of control."
Cowboys Turn to Ex-Rivals by Signing Former Eagles & Commanders Receivers
The Dallas Cowboys are signing veteran receivers Deontay Burnett and Kelvin Harmon as star playmaker CeeDee Lamb continues his holdout in training camp. Dallas hosted four players for a July 27, 2024, workout, per DallasCowboys.com’s Nick Harris: Burnett, Harmon, Terrell Bynum and quarterback Reid Sinnett. Both wideouts are familiar...
Cowboys Star Micah Parsons Calls Out First-Round Pick
Sometimes, leadership involves tough love, as demonstrated by Dallas Cowboys star Micah Parsons with 2023 first-round pick Mazi Smith. Smith had a rough rookie year with the Cowboys after being selected 26th overall in the first round last year. He appeared in all 17 games but did not make the impact usually associated with a first-round talent.
2026 4-star WR out of Frisco (TX) recently visited Texas AM
Texas A&M’s 2024 college football season is just five weeks away. Mike Elko’s inaugural season at the helm will begin with a primetime showdown against Notre Dame inside a packed Kyle Field on Saturday, August 31. With the first fall practice set for Wednesday, July 31, this weekend marks the last of the calendar year for Elko and his staff to completely focus on building the 2025 and 2026 recruiting classes, as the annual recruiting pool party is currently taking place. However, several prospects visited campus later in the week, including 2026 4-star wide receiver Jalen Lott, who recently toured the facilities...
Young Cowboys WR Predicted to Be Released Ahead of 2nd NFL Season
The Dallas Cowboys have a wide variety of options at the wide receiver position, but one young pass-catcher could be in danger of being cut. While CeeDee Lamb leads the way and the headlines, players like Jalen Brooks will do everything possible to secure a 53-man roster spot. In a...
Mavericks clearly dodged a bullet after newest Bronny James rumor surfaces
The Dallas Mavericks aced their offseason, bringing in Klay Thompson and a few players who can help their quest to raise a second championship banner in the rafters of American Airlines Center. They added what could be the final piece of the puzzle by signing Spencer Dinwiddie. Considering that the...
Two suspects arrested, charged in shooting death of 80-year-old woman
SAN ANTONIO - Two teens have been arrested on murder charges after an 80-year-old woman was fatally shot. Around 7 p.m. Saturday, police arrested two teenage suspects on the Southside for the shooting death of Heidi Silkworth on May 26. San Antonio Police Chief William McManus spoke to reporters Saturday...
Rival Gymnast Reveals Selfless Act Simone Biles Just Committed at Paris Olympics
Simone Biles showed how to stand up for herself after the Summer Games in Tokyo, and now the gymnastics legend is even sticking up for her rivals at the Paris Olympics. German gymnast Sarah Voss took to Instagram to reveal that Biles helped make sure members of the German team had a place on a crowded bus headed to Bercy Arena for team practices. Voss said that Biles made sure her rivals could ride comfortably on the long ride to the arena.
Lewisville ISD preps students with back-to-school fair
Lewisville ISD will host its annual back-to-school fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 3 at Lewisville High School. The event is designed to provide more than 6,000 students with free supplies, backpacks and other resources for the 2024-25 school year.
Is It Legal To Shoot A Trespasser In Texas? What You Need To Know
Here in Texas, protecting your home and property is taken seriously, but it's not as simple as "shoot first, ask questions later" when someone trespasses. The laws about the use of force or deadly force against trespassers are specific and it's good information to know. In this day and age, you've got to be ready for anything.
Texas Insurance Rates Spike After Beryl: Will You Be Affected?
The after-effects of Hurricane Beryl are not all physical, as Texan wallets may be impacted in addition to their homes. According to points made in a recent meeting from the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) on July 15th, it's anticipated that half of the catastrophe reserve funds will be spent in damage payouts following Hurricane Beryl's devastation along the Texas coast.
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