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U.S. Department of Agriculture Lifts PACA Reparation Sanctions on Texas Produce Business
WASHINGTON, DC - According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), New Start Produce Group has satisfied a reparation order in the amount of $33,214 issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) involving unpaid produce transactions. The Dallas, Texas, company has met its obligations and is now free to...
4.9 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks West Texas, Aftershocks Felt All The Way in DFW Area
As if 2024 hasn’t already given Texans their fair share of extreme weather: Officials say late Monday night three earthquakes, including a magnitude 4.9, rocked parts of The Lone Star State. The earthquakes were registered near the town of Hermleigh, nearly 60 miles northwest of Abilene, at 10:38 p.m.,...
Hammond native makes Dallas Cowboys cheerleading team
NEW ORLEANS — Hammond native Darah Haidet announced that she will be a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader this fall. Darah Haidet posted on social media Tuesday saying, I’m BEYOND humbled and honored to announce that I am a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader" Haidet attended LSU and was a member of...
Heavy rains on and off Wednesday, flood risk low
More showers and storms today with a threat for heavier rains at times. Rain chances are expected to stay at 80% as activity remains on and off throughout the day. The flash flooding risk for our area remains low and localized. There is a greater threat for flash flooding across southeast Texas today and the […]
SPG Small Business Accelerator 10-week program returns in August, welcoming retail, e-commerce and franchise business owners to apply for the 9th cohort
Start.Pivot.Grow. (SPG) is a subsidiary program of consulting firm Integrality, that provides small business owners with services, resources, and funding — has partnered with Dallas College Foundation and the UPS Foundation, to launch its Small Business Accelerator on August 12, 2024. Proudly welcoming its 9th cohort, this latest 10-week accelerator (August 12 through October 7, 2024) invites retail, e-commerce and franchise business owners to apply for benefits that include professional training, workshops, business advising, mentorship and more. The accelerator will culminate with a small business pitch competition, where participants compete for cash prizes to further advance and grow their business.
Bar Louie Perks Up Equipment Lineup
With the addition of espresso machines and more, Bar Louie is bringing new energy to its beverage menu. By the end of this year, the 67-unit chain says offerings like espresso martinis, lattes and tropical tea selections will be available at all units. Currently, the rollout is underway at Bar Louie’s corporate locations.
Review: “Sally Warren: The Press of My Hands” at Liliana Bloch Gallery, Dallas
Two years ago, a journalist writing for The Washington Post offered some tips for staying up to date with the terrible news of the world while avoiding burnout. The current state of domestic and world affairs suggests that any sane person would disregard that advice at their peril. The guidance offered is deceptively simple, if not verging on the simplistic: “Give yourself a break,” “ask for help when needed,” “take time for self-care,” “talk to your children,” “turn on screen limits,” and “view your phone in black and white.” It’s undoubtedly good advice, solidly grounded in common sense. If a particular habit makes your life miserable, you should try to break it.
Dallas’ New Country 96.3 Collects 20k Diapers for Cook Children’s
In Dallas, Cumulus Media’s New Country 96.3 (KSCS) morning duo Hawkeye & Michelle gathered more than 20,000 diapers for the Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth. The two-week Diaper Drive started on July 8, with collections at a local supermarket chain. Hawkeye and Michelle Rodriguez led the...
Dallas Police Arrest 25-Year-Old Iyanna Wells in Connection with Fatal Shooting on Bruton Road
A fatal shooting in the 9800 block of Bruton Road in Dallas has led to the arrest of a 25-year-old suspect. The incident, which occurred on Sunday evening, resulted in the death of 44-year-old Keeman Bowens. According to the Dallas Police Department, officers responded to a call at approximately 9:00 PM, finding Bowens with gunshot wounds. Despite the Dallas Fire Rescue's efforts, Bowens was pronounced dead at the scene.
Driver’s License Offices In Texas Still Facing Issues After Major Network Problem
The state of Texas is still affected by the CrowdStrike outage that took place last week. Some Driver's License officers remain closed due to the issue. Here's what is known. Some Driver's License Offices In Texas Closed Until Further Notice. Per MySanAntonio, certain offices in the state are unable to...
Final Judgement: The Texas Counties That Sentence The Most People To Death
Here in Texas, if you are about to commit a capital crime, you might want to see how far you are from the county line. While death penalty sentences are on a steady decline here in Texas and across the U.S., there are still some areas of Texas that are more likely to hand down the most severe of punishments.
How employers are taking steps to safeguard workers from extreme heat
As areas across the U.S. continue to experience extreme heat, employers have taken steps to protect workers from high temperatures. One Texas-based company is using technology that detects when a worker is overheating. McKINNEY, Texas (AP) — At the start of every work day, construction worker Charles Smith puts on...
UIL leaders address recently released changes to playoff realignment – July 22, 2024
"This is a monumental announcement in trying to maintain competitive equity and the fairest playoff bracket that we can... This is as big of an announcement as the UIL has had in quite some time."
Flood watch in effect from Houston to Galveston as heavy rain chances continues
The heavy rain has tapered off for now and we’ll see some scattered downpours later this afternoon. Continue to check the radar before you head out the door, as rounds of rain continue. Tonight’s Forecast:. A flash flood watch is currently in effect through Thursday evening. With the...
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