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State of Texas: Harris sends a message in Houston, amid criticism from state leaders
In Houston Thursday, Harris delivered the keynote address at the American Federation of Teachers National Convention — the nation's largest teachers union — and made her pitch to thousands in a key voting block for Democrats.
Former Oregon State outfielder Bowen joins Texan Softball for 2025
STEPHENVILLE, Texas – Following a two-year stint in the Pacific Northwest, Kinzy Bowen joins the Texans for 2025 as announced by head coach Mark Cumpian on Friday. Bowen spent two seasons in Corvallis, Oregon, where she redshirted her freshman year and did not see the field during her final season with the Beavers in 2024. Bowen graduated from La Grande High School in 2022. She spent four years on the varsity squad before joining Oregon State. During her time at La Grande, she was named a First Team outfielder her freshman, junior and senior years. Bowen was also named a...
RESULTS: 41st Tour de Gap draws 200+ competitors from across Texas
BUFFALO GAP, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — The 41st Tour de Gap began early Saturday morning, raising funds for the West Texas Rehabilitation Center. This year, the cycling event hosted by Bike Town attracted more than 200 participants from all over the state, including San Antonio, Fort Worth, Tyler, and even Bentonville, Arkansas. Competitors could choose from a […]
BE ALERT: SNAP Hot Foods Purchases Approved In Texas
According to Texas News, Austin, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on Monday, July 22 that the Texas Health and Human Services received approval to allow the Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program also known as SNAP to purchase food and ready-to-eat meals with their benefits. HOT FOOD IS NOW ACCEPTED IN TEXAS.
Casey’s buys nearly 200 stores in Texas, Alabama, Florida and Mississippi
(Radio Iowa) – The Ankeny-based Casey’s convenience store officially announced the acquisition today (Friday) of 198 stores in the southern U-S that includes 148 in Texas and 50 in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi. . Casey’s is purchasing the CEFCO convenience stores for more than $1.145-BILLION dollars. Casey’s C-E-O Darin Rebelez talked about the purchase in a conference call for investors. “This acquisition will quickly expand Casey’s presence in Texas, a very attractive market for Casey’s, in addition we’ll be able to expand our footprint further into the South as well,” he says.
Texas DPS Dedicates Boat to Honor Fallen Trooper Matthew Myrick
AMARILLO, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) held a boat dedication ceremony at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial to honor the life and service of fallen Trooper Matthew Dewayne Myrick. Bearing the name Patrol Vessel Myrick, the newly commissioned boat will be transported to DPS’ Tactical...
Governor Abbott Announces Automatic SNAP Benefit Replacement for Texas Counties Affected by Hurricane Beryl
In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, Governor Greg Abbott has declared that Fort Bend and Washington counties will receive automatic replacement of SNAP benefits to aid residents affected by the storm. This move, coordinated with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), aims to ensure that those facing food loss due to the natural disaster can swiftly regain access to vital nutrition assistance. In a recent statement, Governor Abbott acknowledged the hardship endured by Texans and expressed gratitude towards the state and federal entities working together to provide this essential support.
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."
Cleburne city workers hailed as heroes for saving choking child
CLEBURNE — Two Cleburne public works employees are being praised for saving a choking young child. Destiny Shukers and Zackery Overmyer were on their way to clear a fallen tree from a power line when they noticed a distressed family at the corner of Williams Avenue and Main Street. "He (Overmyer) jumped into action," Shukers said, referring to Overmyer. "He's a hero. He definitely knew what to do and he saved that little girl."Shukers saw the family jumping out of a nearby car. She and Overmyer pulled over and found panicked parents with a 2-year-old girl who was choking, turning blue, and going limp. Overmyer, a military veteran, hit the toddler on her back, eventually dislodging a piece of candy stuck in her throat."I was in the service," Overmyer said. "I got some medical experience through them. I also have a young daughter at home, too, so me being a curious father I watch videos in case something like that happens – but it was just adrenaline at the time."Overmyer said the family was relieved, as they hugged him and thanked him for saving their daughter's life.
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