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U.S. offers financial help to 'displaced survivors' in wake of Hurricane Beryl
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced Wednesday it will release $3.6 million to "displaced survivors," in Texas and Oklahoma, whose homes were damaged this summer by Hurricane Beryl.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms expected for North Texas
NORTH TEXAS — We maintain a weather alert through Labor Day weekend for scattered showers and thunderstorms. Widespread severe weather is not expected; however, a few thunderstorms could be on the stronger side, with brief heavy rain, CG lightning, and gusty winds to ~40-50mph. Although it's not a complete washout, numerous showers and thunderstorms will be possible each afternoon. The cold front is going to stall somewhere in the North Texas/Southwest Oklahoma region, according to some major models. When this happens, it'll provide an additional focus point for showers and thunderstorms. At this moment, there's still some uncertainty as to where...
The John Cooper School unveils State-of-the-Art Athletic Center
The John Cooper School is thrilled to announce its new state-of-the-art Athletic Center, a significant milestone in enhancing athletic opportunities and community engagement. Located centrally within the school’s athletic complex, adjacent to the Pugh Field and Dunlap Gym, Cooper students, faculty and staff, and families are now able to enjoy a new 26,000 square foot modern facility, complete with enhancements and upgrades to support student-athletes.
Magnolia ISD trustees approve FY 24-25 budget
MISD trustees approved the budget for the upcoming 2024-25 fiscal year at their Aug. 26 meeting. (Cassandra Jenkins/Community Impact) Magnolia ISD trustees approved the budget for upcoming fiscal year 2024-25 at their Aug. 26 meeting. What you need to know. The approved budget outlines $143.1 million in revenues and expenses....
Indulge in Premium Sips and Savors at Platinum Wine Vault Luxury Tasting on September 20
Get ready for an award-winning selection of fine wines from all over the world paired with chef-inspired culinary dishes and live music at The Platinum Wine Vault Luxury Tasting. Set for Friday, September 20 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at Bayway Cadillac of The Woodlands, the Platinum Wine Vault event keeps the 20-year celebration of Wine & Food Week rolling along. Tickets are $150 and available in limited supply online.
Border Bust: Massive Drug Seizure at Texas-Mexico Crossing
Enough cocaine to buy 65 acres of land in Texas was recently confiscated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at a port of entry in Brownsville, TX. CBP officers intercepted and pulled over a 1996 Volvo crossing the Veterans International Bridge, carrying interesting cargo. The driver, a 46-year-old Mexican...
Texas bus driver accused of torturing kids with no air conditioning in 100 degree heat
A Texas mother of two Black children is seeking legal action against a white bus driver who allegedly subjected her children to 103-degree heat. Coshenna Smith says 12-year-old son Bryce and 11-year-old daughter Cionni came home crying.
Man With Gun Disarmed and Punched During Texas Pool Fight
A disagreement at a Texas swimming pool led to a gun being drawn. A pool has got to be one of the worst places to get in a fight. Not only are you bogged down by the water, but you just might find yourself being held under the water – just like the guy in the video below. Lucky for him the other guy let him up.
The Woodlands High School Senior Represents Texas at American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation
CONROE, TEXAS (August 27, 2024) – Alexandria Hant, a senior at The Woodlands High School, was selected to attend American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Girls Nation in Washington, D.C. The weeklong program, founded in 1947, has provided exceptional civic education to thousands of students, teaching them about how the federal government works.
Colin Allred makes East Texas stops ahead of November election
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Colin Allred, named the most bi-partisan Texan in congress by the Common Ground Committee, made several stops in East Texas on Sunday and Monday. The Democratic Texas senate candidate campaigned in Tyler on Sunday and attendees at the St. Louis Baptist Church said they are excited for his grassroots campaign. “I don’t see […]
Copper thief swipes bell housing backflow valves in north Harris County neighborhood
HOUSTON — Copper is what a north Harris County family said a thief was after when they hit their sprinkler system. The homeowner said the thief was after the copper top, which is called the bell housing. This helps run the sprinkler system. The homeowner also said the man...
Lone Star College-CyFair Students Named Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars
Two students from Lone Star College-CyFair, Danielle Franklin Bryant and Emma Cokenour, have been named as Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars. Recognized for their extraordinary academic accomplishments and leadership potential, the pair have each been awarded a scholarship of $1,000. The Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship, Phi Theta Kappa’s first...
Modern Heart and Vascular adds interventional cardiologist
Humble, Texas-based Modern Heart and Vascular has added Devang Parikh, MD, to its staff. Dr. Parikh is an interventional cardiologist who has specialized training in the treatment of valvular heart disease, according to an Aug. 27 news release. Dr. Parikh's clinical and research interests include evaluating current transcatheter valve therapies...
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