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What-A-Mum: Texas Homecoming Mums Get More Creative Throughout The Years
High School football season is upon us and in Texas, that means it’s time for Mum's season. Mum is short for the chrysanthemum flower. This flower was given by a boy to his homecoming date, cue “Homecoming Mum.”. Back in the day, a homecoming mum was a simple...
Eads: Labor Day and our labor force
Labor Day weekend is upon us, the traditional ushering out of summer. We know there will be plenty of summer-like weather in Texas, but the calendar reminds us of the upcoming changes. Many families will enjoy one last weekend of summer fun while the reality of school routines and fall sporting events will become the main focus of daily life.
School Voucher Groups Avoid Vouchers in New Mailers
Out-of-state billionaires are hoping to swing some competitive Texas House races to pass vouchers, but you would never know it from the mailers they are sending out. Quorum Report’s Scott Braddock reports that mailers sent to constituents of Reps. Caroline Harris of Williamson County and Angie Chen Button of Richardson by the American Federation of Children completely omit the fact they were sent on behalf of a pro-school voucher organization. Instead, they emphasize how Harris and Button support “higher pay for teachers, more money for schools, and higher quality schools for children.”
Spike in various insurances has middle-class consumers searching for cheaper options
High insurance bills have some or all of us looking at cheaper options. The costs of everything from car and homeowners insurance are going up, and experts are seeing a large spike in people trying to find ways to save money.In the past, if your car or homeowner's insurance went up a little bit, you probably just shrugged your shoulders and paid the bill, but the increases we are seeing now are leading many of us to look for a better deal."There are unprecedented times in terms of the rate increase people are seeing," said Chris Rice, the vice...
Texas: Popsicle Brand Recalled For Potentially Dangerous Allergen
A popular popsicle brand has recalled about 137,000 cases of popsicles because of an undeclared allergen: milk. A milk allergy can go far beyond just lactose intolerance (which can be quite uncomfortable). Some people with severe milk allergies experience, "hives, an upset stomach, vomiting, bloody stools, and even anaphylactic shock...
Poisonous fireworms wash ashore on Texas coastline ahead of Labor Day weekend, officials warn
Ahead of Labor Day weekend, officials are warning those headed to Texas' beaches about fireworms.If you come across one, officials advise you to avoid touching it. Their sting leaves a burning sensation that can last for hours, and their venom can make you feel sick or dizzy.According to scientists, several of them have washed up on beaches near Corpus Christi and Port Aransas.A researcher from the Harte Research Institute found one attached to a log along the coast.Fireworms move around by hitching rides on logs. They feast on gooseneck barnacles.If one of these worms leaves its poisonous spike in your skin, you are recommended to use adhesive tape to remove it.RELATED: What are those fuzzy caterpillars crawling across southeast Texas right now?RELATED: What to do if you're stung by an asp caterpillarRELATED: Sea lice: What to know and how to avoid
Texas’ 11th Largest City Now 8th Most Dangerous in U.S.
Not many people would ever associate The Hub City with Detroit MI, but according to one website they are number eight and seven, respectively, when it comes to the most dangerous cities in the U.S. Houston, TX is one of the largest cities in the country. San Antonio, TX and...
State Rep. Shawn Thierry switches to GOP, says Democratic Party has “lost its way”
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