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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...
Junior Officer Lincoln to the Rescue!
The Groesbeck Police Department recently came to the aid of an elderly resident who had accidentally locked themselves out of their house. Finding all doors and windows securely locked, officers noticed a small doggy door near one of the exterior doors and decided to seek the assistance of Junior Officer Lincoln.Lincoln, recognized for his readiness to help in unusual situations, promptly arrived at the scene. He crawled through the doggy door and unlocked the door from inside, allowing the resident to regain access to their home."Junior Officer Lincoln has been with us for a few years now, and we appreciate his willingness to help out when he's needed," Groesbeck Police Chief Chris Henson said in a statement. "Thanks again, Junior Officer Lincoln!"
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...
A&M-Commerce Faculty’s Research on Texas Districts of Innovation Posted on Brown University’s EdWorkingPapers Website
Dr. Kathryn Dixon, associate professor and assistant dean for the College of Education and Human Services at Texas A&M-Commerce, and Dr. Sarah Guthery with the University of Oklahoma have researched the first iteration of Texas Districts of Innovation (DOI). DOIs allow school districts to hire uncertified or under-certified teachers in certain high-need areas.
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...
Texas nonprofit trains service dogs to help veterans, now man's best friends are graduating
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Man's best friends are about to graduate from service dog school before starting their next adventure -- helping veterans in need. In early July, six veterans began the two-week process of receiving a service dog from nonprofit organization Patriot PAWS. Now, the dogs will officially graduate from the program on Friday, July 19 at 1 p.m.
Pastor booted from Tarrant County Commissioners Court after public comment
FORT WORTH, Texas — When Fort Worth Pastor Ryon Price spoke at Tarrant County Commissioner's Court on July 2nd, he had no idea it would land him in hot water. He is a regular who signs up for public comment. But this time, Pastor Price went 8 seconds over the three-minute limit. That led to him being held in contempt of court.
Mesquite to host 18th Annual Doggie Splash Day
Dogs and their owners are invited to swim together at the city’s annual Doggie Splash Day. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Aug. 3, at Vanston Pool, located at 2913 Oates Drive. Dogs can compete for prizes in the swimsuit contest, diving contest, dog...
Hailey Van Lith's Outfit Turns Heads At WNBA All-Star Event
TCU Horned Frogs women's basketball star Hailey Van Lith was pictured at the WNBA All-Star Orange Carpet event, where she stunned fans with her outfit. Van Lith was wearing what seemed like a custom, cropped blazer paired with shorts and a white undershirt. Aside from her clothing, she ...
$150M high-rise apartment living opens art deco doors in downtown Fort Worth
Deco 969, the first modern luxury high-rise apartment building in downtown Fort Worth, officially opened July 17, marking the debut of many major projects underway at the southern end of downtown. The 27-story building at 969 Commerce St. offers 567,000 square feet, with 302 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, including...
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,...
Red Oak welcomes new businesses
RED OAK – A few well know franchises have recently opened or broken ground in Red Oak. 7 Brew Drive Thru Coffee opened last week at 131 E Ovilla Rd., and based on the steady line of customers, they should do well. Right next door to 7 Brew, a...
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