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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.
Major expansion of Panhandle wildlife refuge criticized as government overreach
The Muleshoe National Wildlife refuge spreads over nearly 7,000 acres in the western part of the Texas Panhandle. It’s a bit of an oasis in the sprawling grasslands that surround it. Three lakes on the property provide a respite for migrating birds like sandhill cranes and pintail ducks. It’s also home to animals such as prairie dogs and Texas horned lizards.
‘Sole Mates’ event seeks to prepare Houston County students for school year
CROCKETT, Texas (KTRE) - Preparing kids for a new school year can be a hassle for many families. An event inspired by Sole Mates in Alvin, Texas, has now expanded to East Texas, addressing the need for school shoes for students. Houston County Student, Elijah Strokes said, “I was very...
Child got sick, her face swelled, and threw up after developing a severe cough caused when she used the kindergarten worker’s smoking device; lawsuit
Houston, TX – According to the mother, her 1-year-old child reportedly got sick, her face got swoIIen and she vomited later asfter she was polsoned on her first day at the day care. The young mom, JoceIyn, filed a lawsuit against the facility after her child reportedly got access to a vappe pen, which belonged to a worker at the center. The child later became sick, her face got swoIIen after the nlcotine polsoning caused persistent cough and vomiting.
Man Arrested After Assaulting Manager and Evading Police in College Station
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — A man was arrested after allegedly assaulting a manager at HEB Jones Crossing and fleeing with unpaid items, according to the College Station Police Department. Officers responded to the incident just before 7 p.m. after several citizens called 911 to report the suspect's location as...
BV high school football coaches discuss new tools, hot topics after THSCA Coaching School
Sports at different levels tend to have an event before the season that can help set the level of excitement for the upcoming year, from the NFL’s training camps to college football’s various media days. For high school football coaches, the mark of the end of summer and...
Aggieland Humane Society holds Pups on the Patio
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Anyone who stopped by the Chick-fil-A on Briarcrest Drive on Saturday might have noticed some furry friends out and about. It was all for Aggieland Humane Society’s Pups on the Patio event. There people could meet adoptable dogs along with their foster family. Some were even relaxing in little pools while snacking on treats.
Over 200 kids received school supplies at BCS Together’s Back to School Bash
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - BCS Together held their 2024 Back to School Bash Saturday morning. About 200 kids connected to the foster care or adoption community received brand-new school supplies and clothes for the upcoming school year. BCS Together also offered free vision testing for the kids in attendance. Julia...
Aggies' Training Camp: What to Watch As Texas A&M Prepares For 1st Season Under Elko
With a returning quarterback and lots of talk about a culture shift, the Texas A&M Aggies are poised to take a step forward in the SEC under Mike Elko. As training camp begins, here are some things to watch for.
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...
Five people displaced from apartment complex after morning fire; Temple Fire says
TEMPLE, Texas (KWTX) - Temple Fire and Rescue is investigating a structure fire at Renata Square Apartment Complex Saturday morning that left five people displaced. Temple Fire said crews were dispatched to Renata Square Apartment Complex, formerly known as Wayman Manor, around 6:50 a.m. where firefighters saw heavy smoke and flames coming from an upstairs unit.
GigEm247 discuss why Texas A&M football's defense will be improved in 2024
Gigem 247's Jeff Tarpley visited with ESPN Central Texas radio host Glenn Smith this week to discuss Texas A&M football coming out of SEC Media Days. He asked about the depth of the Aggies' defense and if it was where Mike Elko wanted it to be going into his year one of his tenure in College Station.
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