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San Angelo READS event offering free school supplies, backpacks, more
San Angelo READS! back-to-school event is happening on Aug. 2, offering games, free school supplies, coupons and more. The free, family-friendly event is held by the San Angelo ISD at the Foster Communications Coliseum from 11 a.m-1 p.m. Aug. 2. This back-to-school event will be similar to the district's North Pole Pop-Up and Summer...
Concho Valley Law Enforcement Holds Annual 'Tip a Cop' Event
SAN ANGELO, TX — Law Enforcement around the Concho Valley took time to give back this week for the annual "Tip a Cop" benefit that raises money for Special Olympics Texas. The San Angelo Police Department and Tom Green County Sheriff’s Office recently made announcements about the event on their respective social media pages. “Texas Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) police officers will be working hard to serve you and collect donations for Special Olympics Texas,” the SAPD’s post stated. “SAPD will be participating in 'Tip a Cop' this Thursday, July 25th, from 5-9 p.m!" Learn More Here.
Moldy peppers, rodents and contamination risks: 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. ...
West Texas Huddle: Central football with a clean slate under new coach Mark Smith
Please consider a subscription. Much of the 2024-25 season coverage will be exclusive to subscribers. The Standard-Times will be previewing area high school football teams throughout July and August as part of the West Texas Huddle series. For previous stories in the series go to gosanangelo.com. ...
Wall Quarterback Gunnar Dillard to sit out 2024 football season
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — As we sit just two weeks from the start of the 2024 high school football season in Texas, Wall Hawk quarterback Gunnar Dillard has opted to sit out the season. Dillard, who has been the quarterback for the Hawks the last two seasons, is committed to the University […]
UPDATE: Most residents allowed to return as oilfield fire remains under investigation
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- UPDATE: The City of Odessa announced the lifting of the evacuation for all residents in the area except 800 and 802 West 81st Street. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. We will continue to provide updates as we learn more. UPDATE: Odessa Fire Rescue said residents east of Erron Avenue […]
FBI warns El Pasoans about toll road text scams
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- A new type of scam is targeting El Pasoans via text. El Paso's FBI office shared an example on x.com (formerly Twitter) of a message from "Texas Toll Services" threatening a $150 charge if the balance was not paid. https://twitter.com/FBIElPaso/status/1815741705754186047. Since March 2024, the FBI...
Career Resource Center to host job fair in Lubbock on Friday
LUBBOCK, Texas— On Friday, the Career Resource Center Goodwill Industries of Northwest Texas will host a job fair in Lubbock at 6520 University from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. According to a press release, employers joining will be Aramark, ATDS Truck Driving School, City of Lubbock, Express Employment, Lubbock County, McLane High Plains, Texas Tech […]
Unaccompanied Veteran Burial set at Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene
Jul. 24—ABILENE — At 11 a.m. sharp on July 29, the Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Private First Class (PFC) Bob Gilbert Wood. Born on Oct. 2, 1941, Wood served from June 1960 to January 1965. Wood received the Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal for his service to our country. PFC Wood is not expected to have any ...
Lamesa man bit by rattlesnake recovers at Lubbock hospital
LUBBOCK, Texas— It was a routine evening for Dustin McElwee at his Veterinary clinic, Brock Veterinary in Lamesa. Dustin said he had been showing students around the facility. Dustin went into a building currently under construction and as he pulled open a garage door, he came face to face with a visitor. “[I] reached down […]
El Paso residents struggle with soaring summer electric bills, seek relief options
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — El Pasoans are complaining of increased summer electric bills, causing them to feel a financial strain. Brenda Rivera is a west El Paso resident who has lived in the Sun City for 63 years. She is retired and is just one of many residents...
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