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North Texas community says crypto mining facility brings never-ending noise, declining health
GRANBURY — A rural Hood County community claims a crypto-mining facility replaced the peaceful quiet of the area with constant noise, and it's affecting their health.Crypto-mining uses computers and power to finalize transactions and release new cryptocurrency.Tom Weeks, who lives near the facility, says he moved to rural Hood County for the wonderful people and the peace and quiet. But all that changed when a cryptocurrency mining facility began operating nearby. "You know, you can't sit out in the evening and just shoot the breeze, have a glass of wine or anything because you get that [noise]," said Weeks....
New Truck for Streetman Volunteer Fire Department
Streetman Volunteer Fire Department held a dedication and “Push In” ceremony to issue in the use of their new truck on Saturday, July 13, 2024. To officially call the truck into service, Freestone County Dispatch made an inaugural page. Assistant Chief Matthew Marfell gave a prayer of blessing...
Global Microsoft outage impacts North Texas airports
NORTH TEXAS – A global outage impacted North Texas travelers Friday morning. Banks, airlines, TV stations and health systems in countries around the world that rely on Microsoft's 365 apps reported widespread outages Friday that were linked to the company CrowdStrike.According to FlightAware, as of 1 p.m., there were a total of 472 delays at DFW International Airport and 130 cancellations. There were 75 delays at Dallas Love Field Airport and seven cancellations.At 7:30 a.m., DFW Airport said it anticipated significant delays and cancellations throughout the day, adding, "We ask customers to verify your flight status with your airline prior to...
Masked burglars target Hispanic-owned North Texas businesses
DALLAS - Grand Prairie police are looking for a group of thieves who broke into a small business and stole tens of thousands of dollars. Surveillance video inside a Grand Prairie restaurant shows the group in hoodies and masks removing a safe from the back office. While FOX 4 was...
From The Archives: Tyler’s competitive rose industry
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – In this From The Archives report from 1994, we take a look at the competitive industry of Tyler roses. On Broadway Avenue in 1994, it would be common to see multiple stands of people selling beautiful Tyler roses. “Going back to the quality, I take a little bit of time, reassure […]
Austin jobless rate rises to 3.8% as Texas sets labor force record
The Austin-Round Rock metro area's unemployment rate increased to 3.8% in June, while Texas set a new record for its civilian labor force, officials said Friday. The Texas Workforce Commission reported that Austin's jobless rate, representing 56,143 unemployed residents, remains below the national average of 4.3%. Austin added 4,900 jobs...
Harvest Hosts buys Escapees RV Club
Harvest Hosts has acquired the Escapees RV Club, a thriving membership organization of 70,000 RVers based in Livingston, Texas. Joel Holland, a technology entrepreneur, purchased the Harvest Hosts website alongside his wife, Mary Ashland, in 2018 from Don and Kim Greene. “I’m thrilled to announce that Escapees RV Club is...
Cafe In Nacogdoches Hosts Concert Series To Unify Community
If you are a fan of blues, zydeco, lounge, reggae, and funk music, there is a spot in Nacogdoches for you. The Love Music Hate Racism concert series will be held at the Old Tyler Road Cafe located at 603 Old Tyler Road in Nacogdoches. The very first concert in...
Marine veteran receives mortgage-free home in Heath
HEATH, Texas - A veteran who was catastrophically injured during a training exercise received a mortgage-free home in Heath on Friday. The accessible smart home will allow Staff Sergeant James Carey lead a more independent life. Carey joined the Marine Corps in 2005. He was deployed to Iraq for a...
RNC delegate from Texas thoroughly enjoyed her stay in Madison
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - After the Republican National Convention wrapped up in Milwaukee Thursday night, it was time for everyone to go home. Sue DeVillez was visiting Wisconsin from Georgetown, Texas. She was representing Texas’ 31st congressional district as a delegate. She was at the Dane County Regional Airport Friday...
Gymnast Livvy Dunne Marries Mesh Trend With Crystal Embellishments in Body-con Dress With Paul Skenes for MLB 2024 All-Star Red Carpet Show
Livvy Dunne‘s dress sparkled at the MLB 2024 Red Carpet Show. The American artistic gymnast and influencer attended the event with her boyfriend, Pittsburgh Pirates’ Paul Skenes, on Tuesday in Arlington, Texas. Princess Charlene Gets Fired Up for Olympic Torch Exhibit in Red Elie Saab Jumpsuit With Prince Albert II of Monaco Dunne wore a mesh dress with crystal embellishments throughout and a beige lining offering extra coverage. The dress featured a body-con silhouette with spaghetti straps. Dunne completed her look with shiny silver sandals and kept her accessories minimalistic, wearing a gold pendant necklace and a dainty bracelet. The Sports...
Canine Couture Fashion Show To Benefit Lighthouse Dog Rescue
ARLINGTON (KDAF) — Pixees Paws Pet Palace and Pampered Pooch Events is hosting Canine Couture – A Fashion Affair to benefit Lighthouse Dog Rescue, the non-profit that rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes abused, abandoned and neglected dogs in Tarrant County. The event will take place on Sunday, August 18,...
Coca-Cola Classic Christmas Coming To Arlington, Texas
Even though North Texas is in the middle of summer with 100-degree days upon us, it’s never too early to plan for the holiday season. Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages and Enchant Christmas announced Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas, an immersive holiday light experience that will transport guests into a world of Christmas magic. Featuring larger-than-life light sculptures, falling snow, ice skating, visits with Santa and plenty of hot cocoa, Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas brings cherished holiday traditions to life during the most magical time of year. “Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas will bring Real Magic to a new family tradition during the holidays,” VP of Commercial & Digital,...
TX: Walmart Celebrates Grand Opening of High-Tech Perishable Distribution Center in Lancaster
Walmart associates, local elected officials and community members celebrated the grand opening of a new 730,000 square-foot perishable distribution center (PDC) in Lancaster. The new facility, located 15 miles south of Dallas, receives and processes fresh produce, eggs, dairy, flowers and frozen goods for delivery to nearby Walmart stores. The new PDC is Walmart’s second Lancaster-based facility, following the next generation fulfillment center that opened in 2023.
Moth Night at JBS Wetland Center Next Friday
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center, 655 Martin Lane, Combine, TX. Hear a presentation by Texas Parks & Wildlife Urban Biologist Sam Kieschnick and observe a kaleidoscope of moths after dark, using blacklights (at multiple stations) on this 4th Annual Moth Night, in celebration of National Moth Week. The Wetland Center...
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