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BE ALERT: SNAP Hot Foods Purchases Approved In Texas
According to Texas News, Austin, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on Monday, July 22 that the Texas Health and Human Services received approval to allow the Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program also known as SNAP to purchase food and ready-to-eat meals with their benefits. HOT FOOD IS NOW ACCEPTED IN TEXAS.
In one week, major DOJ actions in Texas against Chinese national, top Sinaloa cartel leaders
(The Center Square) – The Department of Justice took two major actions in the fight against fentanyl manufacturing and distribution, including indicting a Chinese national and arresting two top Sinaloa Cartel members, all in Texas. On July 22, the DOJ announced Chinese national Minsu Fang, 48, was indicted for his role in a conspiracy to import what is believed to be the largest amount of fentanyl precursors seized in the Southern District of Texas and among the largest in the country. ...
Texas Target Stores Confirm Special Discounts – One Week Only
If you're a fan of the Target Store brand across the Lone Star State you will be quite pleased to hear what the giant retailer has planned for patrons in Beaumont, Baytown, College Station, and Galveston, and one hundred forty-seven other locations around the state. We all know back-to-school shopping is in full force right now and to assist Texas families in a two-fold way Target stores in the state and across the company's footprint are offering a special discount.
Five Wall baseball players highlight the Texas Sports Writer Association all-state team
Five players from the Wall baseball team were named to the Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association Class 3A All-State baseball team released Tuesday. University of Oklahoma commit Gunnar Dillard was named the first-team catcher after posting a .564 batting average, adding 17 doubles, five home runs and three triples his junior season. ...
The Last Word: NextOp Manager on Nonprofit’s North Texas Veteran Employment Program
“Veterans are phenomenal hires. They possess a diverse set of traits and skills that can greatly benefit your organization.”. .…on the mission behind his nonprofit’s North Texas veterans hiring program, via LInkedIn. National Hire a Veteran Day happened last week on July 25. But that mission happens every...
West Texas Legislative Summit convenes for 20th year
Political and industrial leaders from San Angelo and across the Lone Star State gathered at Angelo State University on July 30 for the 20th annual West Texas Legislative Summit. Here's an overview of what was discussed.
Human Remains Found Confirmed to be Missing Texas Woman
Recently discovered human remains put an end to a tragic weeks-long search for a Texas woman who went missing while on vacation with her husband. The Grand County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the human remains discovered on July 22 belong to Miranda Ankofski, who went missing with her husband during their annual Moab trip in June.
Save BIG on prescription drugs with a service started by two Texans
HOUSTON – With healthcare costs soaring, we all need ways to save money on essentials, especially medication. Fortunately, there are new ways to get substantial discounts on well-known prescription drugs. KPRC 2′s Bill Spencer shows us just how much you can save. A Family’s Story of Savings.
August Events in the Coastal Bend
Open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Water Street’s weekly farmers market in downtown Corpus Christi is a great way to support locals. With a variety of vendors, there is always something for everyone. 309 N. Water St. August 2. First Friday ArtWalk. On the first Friday of every...
Texas Tribune finalizes speakers for annual fall festival in Austin
The Texas Tribune has finalized its keynote speakers for its annual fall gathering. Taking place from September 5-7 in Austin, the 2024 Texas Tribune Festival will feature unforgettable conversations from today’s thought leaders and cover topics ranging from the 2024 elections, the state of democracy, border issues, and more.
Winning Mega Millions lottery tickets sold in Illinois and Texas
INGLEWOOD – There were no tickets sold with all six numbers in Tuesday (July 30) evening’s drawing of the multi-state Mega Millions lottery. There were two tickets sold matching five numbers in Illinois and Texas and are worth $1 million each. The numbers in Tuesday evening’s draw are...
Workforce benefits available for 15 counties
The Texas Workforce Commission is accepting applications from 15 counties for Disaster Unemployment Assistance following Hurricane Beryl. Under the July 9 Presidential Disaster Declaration, workers and self-employed people in Brazoria, Chambers, Galveston, Harris, Jackson, Jasper, Jefferson, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Orange, Polk, San Jacinto, Walker, and Wharton Counties who have been unable to work due to […]
Unpaid taxes by Texas Central Railway sparks legal action from 10 counties along the proposed route
ANDERSON, Texas (KBTX) -Texas Central Railway, the company behind the proposed Dallas to Houston 240-mile high-speed rail project, is facing legal action from multiple counties over nearly $850,000 in unpaid property taxes. Judges in Waller, Grimes, and other counties have filed lawsuits to recover the funds, citing the financial strain...
Tuesday Night Forecast: Heat & humidity continue for the work week
TONIGHT: Increasing clouds after midnight. Low: 78. Winds: S 10-15 MPH. TOMORROW: Mostly sunny and hot. High: 95. Winds: S 10-15 MPH. THURSDAY: Mostly sunny & hot. Low: 77. High: 96. Winds: S 5-10 MPH. FRIDAY: Mostly sunny & hot. Low: 77. High: 98. Winds: S 5-10 MPH. SATURDAY: Partly cloudy skies with an isolated […]
Big Money Monday – Texas Lottery Confirms 3 Players Won Millions
Mondays are usually the most dreaded day of the week. It's the first day of a long week of work or school. Sometimes, it's a day of recovery from a weekend that was a little too strong. Sometimes...Mondays are Great!. If Lady Luck is shining on you, Mondays can be...
Casino advocates backing up the cards for a future in North Texas
The push to bring resort-style casinos to North Texas continues. Las Vegas Sands is playing their odds again for the 2025 Texas Legislative. House Bill 2843 aimed to legalize casino gambling in Texas by creating eight licenses at destination resorts. However, it was shot down before making it to Governor Greg Abbott’s desk.