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‘At what cost?’: Many Central Texas districts make cuts as they face million-dollar deficits
Read more https://www.kxan.com/investigations/most-central-texas-school-districts-face-budget-shortfalls/ Spanish teacher Shaun Hopkins watched from his laptop as the Austin school board discussed hypothetical budget cuts that would impact his kids, his classroom, and his friends.
Pennsylvania animal rescue gives dogs on euthanasia list in Texas a second chance
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — An animal rescue in Pennsylvania is trying to save as many dogs as it can from the euthanasia list at an animal shelter in Texas.It's a race against time to find fosters or adopters in Western Pennsylvania, and Bark About It Rescue is not giving up on these canines in need.The rescue said a 1-year-old lab mix named Alina was set to be euthanized after 2 p.m. on Wednesday at BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions in Houston. It is a municipal shelter that cannot close its intake. Alina and two other puppies, sweet Rin Tin Tin and...
Trendy Japanese Clothing Store Opening 5 Texas Locations
While A Few American Retailers Have Been Struggling, Another Far East Retailer Is Preparing To Invade Texas. A few months ago, we told you about the company "Daiso" which is a Japanese "dollar store" retailer that's been opening up locations all across the state at a time when American dollar stores like "Dollar Tree" and "Family Dollar" are shutting down and closing locations.
Dead Fish Are Washing Up In Texas And The Heat Is To Blame
It's so hot in Texas! How hot is it? It's killing fish! No need to get your fishing rods and bait ready, because these fish are already belly up!. Over at Calaveras Lake in San Antonio, Texas, dead fish are washing up on the edges of the lake and experts are saying it's definitely the high temperatures!
Texas power grid status: ERCOT reports record-high power demand amid excessive heat
As parts of Texas continue seeing record temperatures with more heat in the forecast, folks are cranking up their air conditioning and running fans to seek relief. State workers are reporting the power grid has reached record demand. Thousands of Austin Energy customers also lost power Wednesday night, after one of the hottest...
Federal judge in Texas overturns FTC ban on noncompete agreements
A federal judge in Texas has blocked a new rule from the Federal Trade Commission that would have made it easier for employees to quit a job and work for a competitor.In a ruling Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Ada Brown granted a motion for summary judgement filed by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and other plaintiffs, and rejected the FTC's own petition for a judgement in its favor.In reaching his decision to overturn the ban, Brown concluded that that the FTC "exceeded its statutory authority" in making the rule, which the judge called "arbitrary and capricious." The judge also concluded...
Brace Yourself, Texas: Highly Active Hurricane Season Continues, Say Experts
After Hurricane Beryl battered south Texas, many residents who live along the gulf are contemplating if there will be another devastating tropical storm. Experts warn that it very well may be possible. One thing to keep in mind is that parts of the Texas gulf are actually more vulnerable to...
Revolution Concrete Mixers Adds Siddons-Martin to Authorized Service Provider Network
ROCHESTER, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 21, 2024-- Revolution Concrete Mixers is proud to announce the newest addition to our Authorized Service Provider Network: Siddons-Martin Environmental Group. This expansion reflects our commitment to delivering unparalleled service and support to our customers through a network of thoroughly vetted and experienced service providers. Each provider in this network uses only Genuine & OEM Parts directly from us and is factory-supported by our responsive, expert team. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240821721045/en/ Revolution Concrete Mixers Adds Siddons Martin to Authorized Service Provider Network (Graphic: Business Wire)
Massive Dust Devil Spotted in Texas
With the recent box office success of the movie Twisters, tornados are a hot topic right now. But why are they getting all the love? Dust Devils are cool too! And the one in the video at the bottom of this article is no tiny swirl of dirt, this thing is massive. Scroll down to check it out, you have to see this thing in motion to truly experience how awe-inspiring it is.
Texas-style heat to surge into north-central US, skyrocket by as much as 30 degrees
Following a taste of fall-like air across the Midwest, a return of mid-summer heat is in store by next week with temperature shooting upward by 20 to even 30 degrees Fahrenheit. The heat will remain extreme for Texas into next week, but for people in the north-central United States who...
Democratic Senate campaign chief ‘encouraged’ by races in Florida, Texas
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Chair Gary Peters (D-Mich.) said Tuesday that he was “encouraged” by the party’s Senate campaigns in Texas and Florida. “I’m very encouraged with what I see in those states,” Peters told reporters at the Democratic National Convention. “We have very strong Democratic candidates.” Peters called Texas Senate candidate Rep. Colin Allred…
Pfluger announces over 3,000 cases closed and $9.4 million returned to citizens of Texas-11
Aug. 20—WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger on Tuesday announced that his district staff has achieved a monumental milestone in their service to the constituents of the 11th District of Texas. Through their tireless efforts, they have successfully closed 3,000 cases — resulting in the return of an impactful $9.4 million to the community. This is money that federal agencies like the ...
Limited phone service for Brownwood Police, County Sheriff’s Office early hours of Aug. 23
The Brownwood Police Department shared the following information on social media Wednesday morning:. The Brownwood Emergency Communications Center was recently notified by our Frontier phone service that they will be conducting maintenance on the fiber optic line between Brownwood and Bangs. This will cause major interruption to our PD/County phone services which they are unable to minimize. Our phones will be out of service.
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