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Robin Poole, current Midland City at-large Council Member files for re-election
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Robin Poole, the current Midland City At-Large council member, announced that she has filed for re-election. According to the reports, Robin Poole, a native Midlander and advocate for the Midland community, announced her candidacy for re-election, stating that she aims to continue “bringing about positive change for her community.” According to the […]
Community members can help children in foster care
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Community members who feel they have the heart, strength and compassion to speak up for children might find the perfect opportunity at CASA of the Permian Basin. According to Executive Director Cynthia Warren, volunteers for CASA advocate for the best interests of children in foster care, and are an essential part […]
Leaders at ECISD focus on the “Art of Reflection” for upcoming school year
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Leaders and staff at ECISD focused on the “Art of Reflection” for this year’s Leadership University. This local conference lasts three days, and aims to build better leaders in the district. “We know, based on solid research, that a leader uses reflection in his or her practice, is a more effective […]
Odessa Police Department Hosts Educational Tour for YMCA Kids
ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department recently welcomed a group of children from the YMCA for an educational tour of their facilities. The young visitors had the opportunity to learn about the history of the Odessa Police Department (OPD), as well as gain insights into the Criminalistics, Dispatch, and Specialized Units, according to a press release from the department. "We enjoyed giving them a tour!" stated the source.
‘Beloved community event’: Lubbock’s First Friday Art Trail loses funds after city council meeting
After the Lubbock City Council made a decision to cut $30,000 in funding from the First Friday Art Trail, the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts said there was "no reason to cut this vital funding for a beloved community event."
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...
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. ...
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 […]
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...
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...
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...
Grandma-to-be Opens Gift to Discover Son and Daughter-in-law’s Rainbow Baby News After Two-Year Fertility Struggle
A grandma-to-be burst into tears of joy when she opened a gift to discover her son and daughter-in-law’s rainbow baby news hidden inside. The moment marked the end of an emotional few years for Valeria and Christopher Valenzuela, from San Antonio, Texas, as it initially took around two years for them to get pregnant. After […] The post Grandma-to-be Opens Gift to Discover Son and Daughter-in-law’s Rainbow Baby News After Two-Year Fertility Struggle appeared first on Happilynews.com.
51 Texas school districts are not complying with state ban on hairstyle discrimination, ACLU says
TEXAS (TEXAS TRIBUNE) – The ACLU of Texas said Wednesday it found 51 school districts, including three East Texas school districts, in violation of the Texas CROWN Act, which bans race-based hair discrimination, and urged them to update their dress code policies. The Texas CROWN Act prohibits schools, workplaces and housing authorities from discriminating against […]
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