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The Chupacabra: Are Texans in Danger from This Mysterious Threat?
We continue our series on Texas Cryptids with one proven real, even if it isn't exactly what it seems. There's a lot of things you can see on a Saturday night in Texas. You can see people wilding after a college football game. You can see cars lined up on a local drag. One thing you probably don't want to see is a blood-thirsty feral animal. Texas is home to the Chupacabra and it's VERY real.
Some ETX mechanics concerned as state car inspections set to end next year
EAST TEXAS (KTRE) - The horn, tire tread, and blinkers, are just a few things that have been required by the State of Texas to be inspected for years. They will now be the sole responsibility of the driver, thanks to house bill 3297, which was signed into law last year.
Texas Surrogacy Company Owner Embezzles $10 Million Dollars to Fund Rap Career
Planning to start a family is supposed to be one of the most exciting times in your life. However, countless Texas families were cheated out of experiencing that joy. The owner of Surrogacy Escrow Account Management stole millions of dollars from her own company. These funds were intended to fund future parents' dreams of starting a family, but instead, they were allegedly used to "bankroll her music career as 'Dom,' a racy rap and R&B singer and music producer."
Poisonous hammerhead worms rising in Texas. When chopped in two, they double
The poisonous hammerhead worm is on the rise in Houston as Hurricane Beryl and extensive rainfall brings flooding to the region. The invasive species thrives in hot tropical climates, and as conditions bring damp, humid weather to the region, experts expect the insect to emerge in full force. Aside from the frightening thoughts of...
Track outages here: Heavy rain leads to power outages across the region
As heavy rain drenches the area, numerous power outages have been reported, leaving thousands of residents without electricity. A flash flood watch will be in effect from Wednesday morning through Wednesday night, potentially causing more than just street flooding. As a result of the severe weather, power outages have been...
Highland Oaks residents have mixed feelings about annexing into Lubbock city limits
LUBBOCK, Texas — Many homeowners in the Highland Oaks Neighborhood, which is south of 146th St. and east of Frankford Ave., want to move into city limits so that they can have access to a sustainable water supply. However, some have mixed feelings about the annexation. The homeowner’s association...
Slaton Bakery hosts second Texas Banana Pudding Festival
LUBBOCK, Texas — Slaton Bakery will host the second annual Texas Banana Pudding Festival on Saturday, August 31 at 8:00 a.m. The bakery will offer four different puddings available to enjoy. A social media event said the flavors were Church Lady Banana Pudding, Fireball Boozy Banana Pudding, The King, inspired by Elvis and Cherry Delight.
Ordinance Outrage: City of Lubbock considers revising sewer line ordinance again, putting financial responsibility on property owners
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A change could be on the way to an ordinance that affects every property owner in the City of Lubbock. This is an update to our months long investigation, Ordinance Outrage. Property owners have always been responsible for the portion of their sewer line that runs...
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 […]
Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy – Texas Stores Closing Soon
Furniture and appliance shoppers in cities such as Webster, Austin, Lewisville, Texarkana, and the Greater Houston, Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio areas might soon find themselves with one less option when it comes to furnishing and outfitting their homes. A one-time leader in the furniture and appliance industry has officially confirmed it has filed for bankruptcy protection as of this past Tuesday.
ATTENTION: East Texas Veterans Resource Fair Coming Soon
Texas offers a wide array of benefits to military veterans, recognizing their service and sacrifice. Benefits like the Hazelwood Act, which provides up to 150 hours of tuition exemption at state public colleges and universities to property tax exemptions, which can significantly reduce the financial burden of homeownership, Texas stands out as a state dedicated to supporting its veteran community.
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