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Texas Court Overturns $26 Million Verdict for Paralyzed Woman In Honda Odyssey Crash
Sarah Milburn sustained severe vertebrae injuries in a 2015 Honda Odyssey crash with a pickup. The minivan’s third-row middle seat had a two-piece seatbelt, which was worn incorrectly. The victim was initially awarded $37.6 million in damages for her injuries. A woman left quadriplegic after riding in a 2011...
Biden to visit LBJ Library in Texas on Monday for 60th anniversary of 1964 Civil Rights Act
President Joe Biden will travel to Texas next week to visit the LBJ residential Library to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, the White House said Tuesday.
UPDATE: Wildland fire in northern Taylor Co. caused by 'barrel of rubbish being burned' and spreading to grass
TAYLOR COUNTY, Texas — UPDATE (July 25): A wildland fire in northern Taylor County burned 21 acres, destroyed and damaged property before it was contained Wednesday was caused by a barrel of rubbish being burned, which quickly spread to nearby grass. The Tye Fire Department says it was dispatched...
School online portal to open around Aug. 1
Registration for all Albany ISD students will open a little later than in previous years, according the Leigh Lowe, director of student services. Lowe said she hopes to have online registration open late next week, with in-person registration available at the high school campus for all grades on Aug. 8 and 9.
Stipends, home school day discussed
Because of conflicts, the Albany ISD board of trustees did not meet on their usual third Monday, but instead gathered on Thursday, July 18 with interim superintendent Kent Lefevre and NSES principal Jenci Chambers. The board circled back to the subject of staff stipends for at least the third time...
Power pole impales local business
Employees at Albany Food Mart were startled, then stunned on Tuesday afternoon when a power pole crashed through the roof of the building. “There were two people here, no customers, just the boss and me,” Tammy Boland said. “We thought Lion Fuels blew up. It scared us real bad.”
Cross country runners prep for season
In addition to football and volleyball, Albany cross country runners begin preparations for the 2024 season on Monday, Aug. 5. Coach Lauren Peacock said some runners have been taking part in the girls summer conditioning program. “Wehaveonemoreweek of workouts with the girls in the mornings, then we’ll startAug. 5,” Peacock...
Preparations made for football workouts
WhileAlbany has concluded its summer conditioning program, Lion head football coach Denney Faith said players can continue to prepare for the start of preseason practice. “The weight room will be unlocked,” Faith said. “Players can go up there and lift on their own.”. The Albany coaching staff spent...
Volleyball practices to get started in just 10 days
The Albany Lady Lions have just 10 more days until the start of preseason volleyball practices for the 2024 schedule, meaning it’s time to have all the details taken care of. One final week of summer conditioning is scheduled for Monday-Thursday, July 29Aug. 1. Sessions are held at 8:00...
Athletic Booster Club to meet Aug. 1
TheAlbanyAthletic Booster Club will hold its kickoff meeting fortheupcomingschoolyear at 6:00 p.m. ThursdayAug. 1 at The Feed Store. The meeting is open to parents of junior high through highschoolathletesandanyone wanting to support Albany Lions and Lady Lions athletics. “We will present general information,”Boosterpresident Cari Heatly said. “There will be team...
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. ...
Abilene police seek woman for information about package theft
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — The Abilene Police Department is seeking a woman who may have information about a package theft. APD has requested the public’s assistance in identifying the woman shown below, as she may have crucial information about a recent package theft. If you recognize her or have any information, please contact Abilene Crime […]
Brownwood crash investigation to close portion of Austin Avenue
BROWNWOOD, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A crash investigation will close a section of Austin Avenue in Brownwood on Thursday afternoon. On July 25, at 1:00 p.m., Austin Avenue will be closed between the intersections of Beaver and Bailey Streets while Texas Department of Public Safety Troopers conduct a crash investigation. The investigation is expected to take […]
Fire erupts near Family Dollar in Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Wednesday afternoon, a fire broke out behind the Family Dollar on Grape Street. The police informed KTAB/KRBC that a homeless encampment was in the area and instructed them to leave a few days ago, stating that the city would come out to clean the encampment if they did not comply. The […]
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