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North Texas firefighters remain on Gulf Coast amid Beryl aftermath
More than a week after Hurricane Beryl made its way through the Texas coast, firefighters from North Texas continue to provide support to the affected communities. Fire departments from Grand Prairie, Arlington, and Flower Mound have helped meet various State needs, including mutual aid, urban search and rescue, and medical.
Headliners Announced for Texas State Fair “Saddle Up” Fundraising Event
DALLAS (KDAF) — The State Fair of Texas has announced the first State Fair Saddle Up fundraising event benefitting Texas students. This year’s event is hosted by the Big Tex Champion Club and chaired by Robert and Stephani Walne, along with Honorary Chairs Kyle and Courtney Noonan. Funds raised will support the Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction and Scholarship Program.
Trampoline Goes Airborne During Wild Texas Storm
Thanks to the miracle of modern technology, we’re all able to witness Mother Nature’s wrath from a safe distance. In some cases, the clips serve as reminders of the less obvious dangers of severe weather. This is one of those cases. If you’re looking to add a trampoline...
Dan Patrick creates new committee about hurricane, tropical system preparedness
The Republican announced the creation Wednesday of the Senate Special Committee on Hurricane and Tropical Storm Preparedness, Recovery, and Electricity. The group is comprised of 13 lawmakers, including eight Republicans and five Democrats.
Texas Women’s Foundation announces new board, including Planoite Holly Tucker
The Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) announced their new board of directors, including board member and Planoite Holly Tucker. Beginning July 1, 2024, Carrie Freeman Parsons, chair of the board of Freeman Company, will serve as chair of the foundation’s board of directors for a second year, according to a statement released by TXWF. Cris Zertuche Wong, an executive at Goldman Sachs, has been named chair-elect of the Board. She will take over as chair on July 1, 2025, replacing Parsons. Wong will lead the board through June 30, 2027, for a two-year period.
CenterPoint Energy restores power to 98% of customers
(The Center Square) – Ten days after Hurricane Beryl hit the Texas coast, CenterPoint Energy and its crews have restored power to more than 98% of impacted customers. It remains on track to restore electricity to all customers who can receive power by Friday, it said in a statement. In response to demands issued by Gov. Greg Abbott, the company said, “We have work underway to address the Governor’s requests and are committed to collaborating with the State, local government, regulators, and community leaders to...
Texas High School Named One Of Most Expensive In America
All parents in Texas want to ensure that their children have access to the greatest education possible. Additionally, some wealthy families decide to pay for their child's education at a private institution. One Texas high school was recently listed as one of the most expensive in the US, meaning that tuition there might cost parents as much as a college education.
Natural disasters can increase domestic violence abuse. Here’s where to call if you need help
One underlying impact from Hurricane Beryl and natural disasters are the ones people can’t always see. Natural disasters leave victims of domestic abuse even more vulnerable because they’re stuck at home with their abusers with very few places to escape. Natural disasters tend to increase domestic violence risks in Texas. According to the Rape, Abuse […]
Billionaire Announces He’s Leaving California, Bringing Two Major Companies to Texas
AUSTIN, Texas (KPEL News) - California has been seeing a major outmigration problem in recent years as residents and business owners pack up and leave for other states. One of the states that has benefited most from those fleeing the Golden State is Texas, which will now see two major companies heading there thanks to their owner, billionaire and activist Elon Musk.
Colorado Police Jump On Texas Police Bandwagon With New Attire
Somebody call a cop! Colorado police finally caught on to how cool Texas police are and stole their idea. Police all over the country have pretty strict rules when it comes to uniforms, plain clothes and undercover officers being the exceptions. Fashion forces change in everything though, even uniforms and official gear as new stuff becomes available.
BEWARE: 256 BOILING WATER NOTICES Are In Effect In Texas, Population Of 162,895 Across 22 Counties
According to Breezy Scroll Texas may have one of the largest water issues in the state that anyone has seen in a very long time. Over 100,000 residents in the great state of Texas were issued a boiling water notice after the traumatic events of Hurricane Beryl. A BOILING WATER...
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