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Wildfire Watch: Austin Braces for Extreme Heat and Wildfire Risks
Like a smoldering blanket, heat looms over Austin, suffocating the city in its fiery grip. As the air begins to crackle with alarming energy once more, Texans begin to receive a stark reminder of the inferno that threatens to erupt across the state capital. During the midst of summer, the approaching threat of extreme heat and heightened wildfire risks stem from a dramatic shift in weather patterns that could turn the Lone Star State into a tinderbox.
No Raising Cane’s for Marble Falls
The “coming soon” sign for Raising Cane’s at 2711 U.S. 281 in Marble Falls has been removed. The sign had been up since at least June 24. The bright red banner raised the hopes of fans of the fast food chain’s chicken fingers and signature sauce, but Raising Cane’s corporate office was unaware of a new store in Marble Falls.
New Hope for Homeless Families: San Antonio’s Innovative Affordable Housing Solution
A Safe Haven for Homeless Families: Permanent Supportive Housing Comes to San Antonio. Breaking Ground on Affordable Housing: A New Beginning for Low-Income Families. According to sanantonioreport, A new apartment complex is being built for low-income families who are homeless. This project has been a long time coming. On July 10, the final papers will be signed to make it happen. The complex will have 80 apartments and services to help residents get back on their feet.
Killeen ISD Going ‘Cell Phone Free’
Students in a Central Texas school district will no longer be able to use cell phones in their classrooms. Trustees in Killeen Independent School District voted to restrict cell phone usage for students starting this fall. “Phone-free schools will allow our students to better concentrate on schoolwork,” said Susan Buckley,...
Hurricane Beryl: Texas residents told to leave as state braces for dangerous weather
Galveston, Texas is preparing for massive flooding as it awaits Hurricane Beryl and officials have issued a voluntary evacuation order for parts of the area that are not protected by the Seawall
California Woman Shocked by How Texans Act at Waterpark
A TikTok video has gone viral of a California woman and she was shocked how Texans act at the Waterpark. She comes from California and could not believe that Texans just leave their belongings unattended while they enjoy the Waterpark. Nobody rummages or steals anything and goes about their day. She ends the video with "...and that is why we moved to Texas!" Welcome to Texas, psychollly! The comments are fantastic.
Kid Seen Dangling from Ride at Six Flags Over Texas is Hoax
A very scary moment captured on video at Six Flags Over Texas. The video that was posted to many social platforms including X, shows a child dangling from the Superman ride. The ride is an impressive 325 feet in the air. The question then becomes, it this a real incident? WFAA reached out to Six Flags Over Texas and received the following statement.
Texas, Your Decorations MIGHT Be A Flag Code Violation
Independence Day is nearly here, and if you’re in Texas, you’re probably gearing up with all things red, white, and blue. But before you stock up on those American flag-themed paper plates and T-shirts, you might want to pause. You could be stepping into a Flag Code violation!
CenterPoint Energy preparing for Beryl’s impact in the Houston area
HOUSTON – CenterPoint Energy is preparing for Beryl’s impacts as it heads for the Texas coast. The agency says it has been closely monitoring the forecasts and preparing for potential impacts to its natural gas and electric systems as Beryl is forecasted to make landfall as a hurricane on Monday.
Texas Couple Homeless After Truck/Camper Fire Saturday Near Ottawa
You hear of vehicle fires, but, rarely, do you hear the story of the owners. On Saturday, a Texas couple lost their only home, a truck and camper, to a fire on westbound Interstate 80 between Utica and Ottawa. Wallace Fire Chief Chris Backos says they were summoned at about 12:45 Saturday afternoon to I-80 along with the Utica Fire Department. Upon their arrival, firefighters found the truck engulfed. It resulted in both vehicles destroyed and a $250,000 loss. No one, including pets were hurt and firefighters saved some belongings.
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