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Speaker to Share Impact of Receiving Operation Christmas Child Shoebox
Evangeline Franzon was born in Cebu, Philippines, where her family lived near a dump area. She had to skip school and babysit her younger siblings while her mom worked seven days a week, providing food for the family. Evangeline received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift when she was 13 years old. There was only one left, and they offered it to her. Its contents met many needs for Evangeline and her family. Evangeline will be in Coleman August 2nd, at 6:30pm, at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center to share the impact of receiving an Operation Christmas Child Shoebox. Everyone is invited.
Abilene man convicted of enticing minor, faces up to life in prison
SNYDER, Texas — A 38-year-old Abilene man is facing ten years to life in prison for attempting to entice a minor. According to a press release from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Jose Luis Espinoza, Jr. was caught in an undercover online investigation. On February 5 , an officer created...
Abilene mother outraged after salesman takes daughter with Down Syndrome to dealership to buy car
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC)- Abilene resident Angie Martin is a working mother of 7. She came home Tuesday night to a disturbing scene, her third youngest, 27-year-old Hope Martin nowhere to be found. Hope is diagnosed with Down Syndrome, and her mother has full legal guardianship over her, so when she was notified that a salesperson […]
Corpus Christi Hosts the 31st Annual Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Texas Challenge
Corpus Christi recently served as the host for a display of regulatory finesse as the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) gathered its finest Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (CVE) Troopers for the 31st annual Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Texas Challenge. In an event that hones and showcases their specialized skill set, DPS CVE Troopers from across the state tested their knowledge and abilities in a rigorous three-day competition that emphasized the critical role they play on Texas highways.
Dallas’ La La Land Kind Cafe Coffee Shop Chain Expands in Texas, California
Dallas-based coffee shop chain La La Land Kind Cafe is expanding its brand in Texas and California with the launch of four new locations this summer and said it has an aggressive expansion plan for 2025. La La Land also launched its new and improved app this week, where customers...
LOOK: 28 Texas Cold Case Murders Have Been Solved Since 2019
I'm an avid watcher of TV shows such as NCIS, Law & Order, and the various CSI dramas. I enjoy them, but I realize that the breakneck speed at which they can solve crimes is a massive exaggeration of how things play out with detectives in the real world. Yes,...
North Texas reports more poor air quality days to date than all of 2023
A month into a hot Texas summer, Dallas-Fort Worth already has surpassed the number of poor air quality days reported in all of 2023. As of July 18, the region reported 17 days that ground-level ozone, or smog, exceeded levels considered healthy for all populations. In 2023, the area reported 13 ozone air quality alerts.
LIST: How to get or donate back-to-school supplies in East Texas
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – School season is almost upon us and there are several back-to-school supply drives happening across the area that are looking for help and willing to give it. A study from Deloitte showed that on average families spend $582 per child on back-to-school supplies. “School supplies are a necessity” said LaToyia Jordan […]
Region 16 hosts Texas bilingual education leaders to empower teachers and students
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Across the 60 school districts Region 16 serves 17 percent of the student population is bilingual, the most prominent second language spoken being Spanish. So, Region 16 hosted members of the Texas Association for Bilingual Education to speak to teachers. "We want to see what...
In Texas, CenterPoint Says Customers Must Pay Them Now AND Pay Them Later
Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News!. Let’s face it. What happened in Houston after Hurricane Beryl slammed into the Texas coast was a total, complete, and unmitigated disaster. 2.7 million people lost power — 80% of the customer base of CenterPoint, the utility company that serves the Houston area. A week later, power has yet to be restored to many CenterPoint customers. America hasn’t seen a total collapse of the electrical grid like this since Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico in 2017. [Yes, it’s true. Puerto Rico is part of the US, a fact unknown to many Americans.]
US Marshals Need your Help Hunting Down this Most Wanted Man from Texas
Texas is a large state with a large population, and in that population are criminals who commit serious crimes. When the US Marshals become involved, you know the crime is severe. The US Marshals have a list of the 15 Most Wanted Fugitives and one dangerous Texas man makes the...
You Won’t Believe These Massive Hammerhead Sharks In Texas
Texas angler Rodrigo Rodriguez caught his largest shark yet after reeling in a massive hammerhead shark while fishing in Port Aransas in June. Rodriguez, a Houston resident, said the shark measured over 13 feet long. Rodriguez said he has caught a couple of other big sharks that are closer to...
Coleman City Council to Meet Thursday - Considering Place 2 Vacancy
The City Council of the City of Coleman, Texas will meet in session on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at 5:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 200 West Liveoak, Coleman, Texas. All items on the agenda are for possible discussion and action. Council may vote and/or act upon each of the items listed on this Agenda. One agenda item will be discussed at a time, in the order determined by the Mayor, unless logic and practical considerations allow similar topics to be considered together for purposes of convenience and efficiency. Consent items are considered to be non-controversial and will be voted on in one motion unless a council member asks for separate discussion. The City Council of the City of Coleman, Texas, reserves the right to meet in closed, Executive session on any of the items listed below should the need arise and if authorized by Title 5, Chapter 551, of the Texas Government Code. You may watch the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone at: https://cityofcolemantx.us/meetings/ or https://facebook.com/CityofColemanTX/.
Marfa’s Blackwell School formally established as new national historic site
The Interior Department on Wednesday formally established the Blackwell School National Historic Site in Marfa, Texas as the nation’s newest national park unit. The move marks the final step in establishing the new historic site at the onetime segregated school after Congress approved a bipartisan bill in 2022 creating the site. As a historic site, the school grounds will be dedicated to exploring the history of Mexican American school segregation across the Southwest, a yearslong effort initially spearheaded by Blackwell alumni themselves.
Lacking labels, raw eggs, dead and alive pests: Abilene's weekly restaurant inspections
The city of Abilene Environmental Health Division regularly monitors restaurants and food establishments for compliance with state food safety requirements. Frequent inspections are essential in preventing the spread of foodborne illnesses through contamination and improper handling, storage and sanitation. Scores for retail food establishments, food stores, mobile food units and school and daycare establishments...
Local Lubbock Craft Store Makes Painful Decision To Close, Cites Economy
After pouring seven years of dedication (and retirement savings) into their craft supply store, R&M Vinyl is calling it quits in Lubbock. R&M Vinyl specializes in vinyl made for arts and crafts and taught classes in the medium. Vinyl can be used on T-shirts, stickers and decals, signage, and more.
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