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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....
Regional finalist, state champion top district 7-3A D1
WINNSBORO, Texas (KLTV) - The defending state champions, the Malakoff Tigers, find themselves in a new district with a familiar foe, the Winnsboro Red Raiders. “We lost Pottsboro which has been a perennial playoff team,” said Red Raiders Head Coach Josh Finney. “And gained Malakoff which has been our Achilles heel the last few years.”
Another Texas migrant aid group asks a judge to push back on investigation by Republican AG
EDINBURG, Texas (AP) — A prominent aid group along the U.S.-Mexico border asked a Texas judge on Wednesday to push back on a widening Republican-led investigation into nonprofits that help migrants, weeks after a separate court rejected efforts by the state to shutter an El Paso shelter. Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley provides temporary shelter and food to as many as 2,000 migrants a day when border crossings are high. In recent months, the nonprofit and at least three others in Texas that help migrants have come under scrutiny from state officials following a directive from Republican Gov....
Rep. Ronny Jackson examined Trump after the shooting and remains by his side at the RNC
Rep. Ronny Jackson of Texas, who was Donald Trump's White House physician, examined his former patient after Saturday's assassination attempt and has remained by his side during much of the Republican National Convention, a source familiar with the situation told NBC News on Wednesday. Jackson rode in Trump's motorcade on...
Log Cabin avoids mass resignations
Log Cabin Council Member Bill Sims (from left) and Mayor Jennifer Williams interact with citizens after a July 10 special meeting during which they rescinded their resignations. Monitor Photo/Russell Slaton. Log Cabin Mayor Pro Tem Aaron Scott (left) reads a resolution censuring Council Member Teena Linder while Council Member Randy...
Kerens, Cross Roads softball players named All-State
Rylee Spivey of Kerens, shown pitching against LaPoynor in April, makes the Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association’s Class 2A All-State softball team. Cross Roads’ Brook Locke (throwing ball) is named Second Team All-State for Class 2A softball on the Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association’s list of players.
Eustace’s Andrews makes All-State softball team
Making the Honorable Mention list as a utility player, Andrews led her team to the postseason as a junior by hitting .702, racking up 59 hits, scoring 31 runs, driving in 29 runs and hitting 16 doubles, according to MaxPreps. In 29 pitching appearances, Andrews struck out 148 batters over 128.1 innings, MaxPreps stats show.
Father disappears driving back to Austin after visiting children in North Texas
SOUTHLAKE, Texas - A father has been missing for seven months after visiting his children in North Texas. Perry McCauley Jr., 35, was last seen in Christmas 2023 in Southlake, Texas. The father of three was there to visit his children before heading back to Austin, where he lives. "I...
City of Tyler warns against HUD waiting list scam
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – The City of Tyler posted on their Facebook warning of a scam advertising to be an application for their Housing Choice Voucher (HCV). According to the post, the city showed an example of the scam post, which advertised a link to fill out an application for the waiting list of Tyler’s […]
79-year-old suspect charged with kidnapping Beaumont attorney Mel Shelander
Beaumont — A 79-year-old suspect is facing federal charges of kidnapping longtime Beaumont attorney Mel Shelander, who was freed after law enforcement officers caught the suspect on Wednesday. Federal Magistrate Judge Zack Hawthorn held an initial hearing this afternoon for Putnam Darwin Richardson, 79, of Orange. He appointed attorney...
Free dog, cat vaccination clinic coming to Cleveland Thursday, July 18
Liberty County Pct. 6 Constable’s Office is teaming up with the Houston Humane Society to host a free pet vaccination clinic and pet pantry in Cleveland on Thursday, July 18. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at The Sanctuary Church parking lot, located at 100 E. Hanson St.
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...
Texas Expands Wildlife Conservation with New Bat Boxes Along I-35 in Austin Amid Construction Projects
Tourists flocking to Texas for the summer are set for a flighty surprise, thanks to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). Beyond preparing for peak travel season, TxDOT is expanding its wildlife conservation efforts by adding 18 new bat boxes at the Walnut Creek Bridge along I-35 in Austin. This move aims to provide replacement roosts for the displaced Brazilian free-tailed bats, which faced habitat disruption due to ongoing construction work, according to a report by TxDOT.
Felony Arrests In Angelina County July 7 – July 14
This week the felony arrests in Angelina County include arrests made from July 7 - 14, 2024. There are currently 264 inmates inside the Angelina County Jail in Texas. Below you will find photos of pretrial felons. They are all innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Along...
Is your flight impacted? Latest updates from DFW Airport after Microsoft tech issues
DALLAS — The widespread Microsoft tech disruptions caused impacts at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport early Friday morning, as hundreds of travelers navigated problems at check-in, uncertain flight statuses and crowded airport concourses. The issues were appearing to get back on track by around 5:30 a.m. American Airlines officials shortly...
Palladium USA Project OK’d for South Loop 12; Could Bring More Housing for Senior Citizens
Dallas plan commissioners recommended last week approving a rezoning request allowing the construction of a four-story, 120-unit retirement community on the southeast corner of Cockrell Hill Road and Blue Ridge Boulevard. The South Loop 12 development could help address the lack of affordable housing specifically suited for senior citizens. Homes...
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