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Meet Mr. Bibby at the 33rd Annual Texas Hunters & Sportsman’s Expo
McALLEN — Standing calm amongst coiled rattlesnakes is Jackie Bibby as crowds gathered to see the deadly snakes Saturday and will today, Sunday, at the 33rd Annual Texas Hunter & Sportsman’s Expo at the McAllen Convention Center. Bibby, a 53-year veteran to snake handling, has been bitten by...
City of Edinburg prepares for summer concert series in August
Summer fun continues and the city of Edinburg will host their summer concert series in August with some big acts. Edinburg Cultural Arts Center Assistant Director Magdiel Castle sits down with Channel 5 News' Dina Herrera Garza to give more details on who they have in their lineup for the concert series.
Monday Midday Forecast: Stormy (but cooler!) week ahead
THIS AFTERNOON: Mostly cloudy with a 70% chance of rain and storms. Highs in the mid-to-upper-80s. Wind: S 5 mph. TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of rain and storms. Lows in the low-70s. Wind: S 5 mph. TOMORROW: Mostly cloudy with a 60% chance of rain and storms. Highs in the low-to-mid-80s. Wind: […]
Coastal Bend schools highlighted on Texas Honor Roll Schools list
Several Coastal Bend schools were chosen as "Texas Honor Roll Schools" by a nonprofit focused on improving student outcomes. The Education Results Partnership Honor Roll uses student achievement data to highlight successful schools and districts. A list focusing on school districts included Bishop CISD, Calallen ISD, London ISD, Flour Bluff...
Chris Koetting, Mel Maxfield indcuted into Texas High School Coaches Association Hall of Honor
Chris Koetting and the late Mel Maxfield gave the Texas Panhandle much recognition following their decades of distinguished accomplishments on Saturday night in San Antonio with both men being named as recent inductees into the hallowed halls of the Texas High School Coaches Association Hall of Honor. Koetting and Maxfield...
2 Major Texas Grocery Store Companies Set To Merge, Prices Could Lower
It appears that two major chain grocery stores will be merging, and it might even have a positive impact on the cost of your grocery bill moving forward. A while back it was announced that Albertsons and Kroger would soon be merging, well it looks like that will certainly be the case. We've got everything you should know about the merger and what it could mean for your grocery bill moving forward...
Acadiana Café to close, location and recipes sold to new owners
SAN ANTONIO - An Alamo city icon will soon be closing its doors. On Monday, the Acadiana Cafe, known for its authentic Cajun food, sold its only location in Hacienda Vallarta Restaurant Group. The restaurant said to its customers that the location would be in full operation until August 29th,...
Democracy, Arts, and Storytelling Skills Are Featured in August 1 Rural Assembly Everywhere
What are the best ways to nurture rural communities? How do perceptions of rural places affect the people who live there? What are the best ways to tell rural stories?. The Rural Assembly will explore these questions and more at Rural Assembly Everywhere on Thursday, August 1, from 1-3 p.m. EST. The virtual gathering will bring together a diverse range of panelists and participants from across the country — all focused on uplifting and understanding rural America.
Texas doubles investment in energy fund to keep up with growing demand
SAN MARCOS, Texas — Cities like San Marcos were once considered small towns. Now, in most communities along the I-35 corridor, the growth is undeniable. “I’ve seen the community grow and also just love living in this area,” said Andrea Villalobos, the assistant director of planning and development services for the City of San Marcos.
Texas Based Furniture Store Plans To Close Nearly 100 Stores Soon
A Lot Of Businesses Have Been Struggling To Get Back On Their Feet In Post-Pandemic Texas Including Another Big Retailer. Many stores are grappling with supply chain disruptions, which have led to delays in receiving inventory and increased costs. Additionally, changes in consumer behavior, such as the shift towards online shopping and rising living costs have forced consumers to cut back on discretionary spending, including furniture purchases with many opting for budget-friendly options.
Laredo, East LA and Hialeah, among the Latino-heavy cities with the highest poverty rates in the U.S.
A new study of the ten census-designated cities with 100,000 or more residents and high Latino populations showed their poverty rates are 50% higher than the national average. The ten communities, which include Laredo, Texas; East LA and Hialeah, Florida had an average poverty rate of 18.7%, considerably higher than the national poverty rate of 12.5% and the overall Latino poverty rate of 17.2%, the report by Axios shows.
Texas Is The Number One Worst State In Nation For Pests
There are many animals in the state of Texas. With so much surface area covered by the state, you're bound to see one animal you've never seen before. I mean, some of us have seen a fox run past us in Texas right?. Not all animals are friendly to humans...
Icon Announces Plans to 3D-Print High-End Luxurious Homes In Texas, USA
Acclaimed 3D-printed architecture firm Icon has developed its cutting-edge technology to a whole new level with its latest creation – a high-profile luxury housing development in Texas. They’ve transformed their technology into a mainstream construction method, from a niche proposition. At the start Icon only focused on low-budget dwellings, but now it is making a move to bigger and luxurious 3D-printed homes.
CenterPoint Energy Has Fully Restored Power in Southeast Texas
(WBAP/KLIF) – Nearly two weeks after Hurricane Beryl made landfall, Center Point Energy has finally restored power to customers in Southeast Texas. On Saturday afternoon, the company stated that the only people left without power are those with too much damage for their homes to be repaired. Initially, more...
Fellow member of Congress remembers late Sheila Jackson Lee
HOUSTON – Better known as “The Congresswoman,” Sheila Jackson Lee has passed away after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 74. Lee lived a life of service for the Houston community. First as a City of Houston Councilwoman and then for 29 years as a Congresswoman representing the Texas 18th Congressional District.
Vote for top OL in Corpus Christi area entering 2024 Texas high school football season
Who is the Coastal Bend's top offensive lineman entering the 2024 Texas high school football season? The Caller-Times released a list of five linemen to watch this week and now it is your turn to vote. Make your selection of the Corpus Christi area's best lineman and be sure to...
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