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Plastic pellet pollution is in Galveston Bay and likely accidental, nonprofit says
Earlier this month, Environment Texas, a nonprofit that advocates for clean air and water across the state, hosted a clean-up event at Sylvan Beach. Specifically, volunteers were cleaning up plastic pellets, a kind of microplastic found in Galveston Bay. These tiny little plastic beads, also known as nurdles, are the building blocks used to create plastic products.Volunteer groups like Environment Texas collected more than 2 million of these pellets along the Gulf Coast. Still, an estimated 10 trillion plastic pellets enter waterways worldwide.How do they end up in Galveston Bay? Luke Metzger, Environment Texas' executive director, says they get there...
Red Cross urging people to donate blood amid nationwide emergency shortage
NORTH TEXAS — The American Red Cross declared an emergency blood shortage after its national inventory dropped by more than 25% in July, and the continued heat is making it harder to build back the supply.Nationally, more than 100 blood drives have been impacted by the weather."Sometimes they're canceled," said Linda Braddy, CEO of Red Cross - North Texas Region. "Sometimes it just causes a decline in who would typically come and donate because of the heat. People just don't want to get out."Braddy said the organization typically sees a decline in the supply during the summer, but the extreme...
TxDOT, law enforcement team up for Labor Day drunk driving prevention initiative
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Texas Department of Transportation announced it is teaming up with law enforcement during its Labor Day campaign to remind drivers of the dangers of drunk driving. TxDOT said in partnership with law enforcement it is launching the “Drive Sober. No Regrets.” Labor Day campaign to urge Texans to “always make […]
Texas Fugitive Fakes Death by Kayak, Found Hiding at Home in Underwear
Truth is always stranger than fiction. Consider, for example, the tale of Joseph Grams in Texas. See, Grams is a man who bears an uncanny resemblance to a certain bald character on Breaking Bad. And much like his doppelganger, Gram found himself at odds with law enforcement. With two felony...
Texas Teen Becomes Orphan After Family Dies in Tragic Car Crash on College Move-In Day
A tragic car accident claimed the lives of an entire Texas family on what was meant to be a joyful college move-in day, leaving a 14-year-old boy orphaned. Adiryan Arvind lost his parents and older sister in a fiery collision on U.S. Highway 281 as they traveled to the University of Texas at Dallas on August 14.
Parks and Recreation Comes to Texas at the Dallas Public Library's Unity Concert
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North and Central Texas Brace for Continued Scorching Temperatures as Dallas Faces Potential 103-Degree Day
The relentless heat wave gripping North and Central Texas is forging ahead with no signs of a break. With the mercury expected to soar to near 110 degrees in certain areas, officials are intensifying their calls for residents to take precautions against the potentially dangerous conditions, as per the National Weather Service in Fort Worth.
Dallas Total Home event runs in September alongside 2 other key events
The September Total Home & Gift Market at Dallas Market Center, set for Sept. 17-19, will be held alongside Dallas Design Week, presenting a variety of crossover events and activations. Additionally, ArchLIGHT Summit, a commercial and architectural lighting event, will take place at the Trade Mart during this period. “September’s...
Coppell ISD updates medication rules for students
Coppell ISD is revising its student medication policies, requiring signed medical orders for all drugs administered on campus, including over-the-counter medicines. The district announced changes to its medication administration procedures on Aug. 13. Under the new rules, all prescription and non-prescription medications dispensed in school clinics must have a signed healthcare provider order.
Dallas shooting: 2 women hurt in fight over love interest
DALLAS - Police are searching for the person who shot two women in Dallas overnight. It happened in West Oak Cliff, where at least four women were gathered on Glenfield Avenue and South Westmoreland Road. Dallas police said two of the women began fighting over a significant other. A third...
Scott Beck: What’s Happening With the Former Valley View Midtown Development
Wondering what’s been happening with the torn-down Valley View Center? It’s been a year and a half since an early morning fire there at Preston and 635 accelerated the developer Scott Beck’s timeline for demolition. Host April Towery sat down with Beck, the CEO of Beck Ventures, for an update and a better understanding of the property’s tumultuous development timeline.
QT Aerospace welcomes Mark W. Lindley as new Vice President
QT Aerospace has named Mark W. Lindley as its new Vice President. With a distinguished career spanning over two and a half decades in the aviation industry, Lindley brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and leadership to QT Aerospace. His extensive background includes significant roles in sales, operations, and executive management. Lindley's track record in improving operational efficiency, driving strategic growth, and fostering innovation aligns perfectly with QT Aerospace's mission to deliver top-tier airframe composite repair services.
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