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Officials report less wildfires this season due to excessive rainfall
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – In 2023, first responders across the state battled more than 160 wildfires according to the Texas A&M Forest Service and so far this year only 20 have been reported in this summer’s wildfire season. “You know being in Texas anytime it rains, it’s good,” Sean Dugan, Texas A&M Forest Service, Public […]
How employers are taking steps to safeguard workers from extreme heat
MCKINNEY, Texas — At the start of every work day, construction worker Charles Smith puts on the essentials: hard hat. Safety glasses. A reflective vest. And a small, watch-like band for his wrist. But rather than track time, its purpose is to ensure he doesn't overheat while working during...
DFW committee looking into sports betting, casino gambling as legalization looms
DALLAS — This article was originally published by our content partners at the Dallas Business Journal. Read the original article here. The North Texas Commission is forming a committee of business and community leaders to look into issues related to destination resorts and casino gambling as the push for legalization continues to pick up steam ahead of the 2025 legislative session.
McKinney vs. Neville: Prairie Dirt Classic Decides Summit Modified Nationals Championship
Mike McKinney and Trevor Neville are in a tight battle for the Summit Modified Nationals championship at the Prairie Dirt Classic, with only six points separating them going into the final lap at Fairbury Speedway. McKinney leads with 7 feature wins this summer, while Neville has 4 wins. Yes, But.
Bread Winners Cafe celebrates 30th anniversary with event
This year, Bread Winners Cafe celebrates their 30th anniversary. To celebrate this milestone, Bread Winners will host their anniversary party at all of their locations on Sunday, July 28. There will be activities like a photo booth, face painting, live music and drink deals like $2 mimosas and bubbles and $3 espresso martinis.
Entrepreneur Spotlight: LEINE Acne Clinic
LEINE Acne Clinic was born out of a deeply personal struggle. The founder, Madeleine Fetty, battled acne for years, which left her with shattered confidence and numerous failed treatments. This personal journey inspired her to start LEINE Acne Clinic, a place where others could find the help she wished had been available to her. “I battled with acne for years which hurt my confidence and consumed my thoughts,” Madeleine shares. “I was met with several band-aid approaches by the specialists I saw and was put on medications with harmful side effects. This inspired me to obtain the tools to clear my skin and to help kids struggling with the same issues.”
Prestonwood Christian's Xavier Mitchell selected for U18 baseball national team
As Prestonwood Christian rising senior Xavier Mitchell continues preparations for the final season of his high school baseball career, the Lions' star pitcher will compete on an international stage next month. Prestonwood announced on Tuesday that Mitchell has been selected to the U.S. U18 national team. Mitchell and Team USA...
Big price cut ordered for phone and video calls for Texas jail inmates in 2024
Fees Texas inmates pay to make calls will be slashed under new federal regulations approved this month. High rates that had averaged 23 cents a minute for Texas jail inmates have long been a target of prisoners, their families, and advocates.The Federal Communications Commission voted last Thursday to approve regulations, to take effect next year, that cap the price of inmate phone and video calls at prices as low as 5 cents per minute.The prices and caps differ throughout the state, and depend on prison size as well as differences between state and local rules. While Texas had lowered the...
Texas Lottery Confirms Huge Mega Millions Win in State Tuesday
Lottery players in the state of Texas from Sabine Pass in the southeast to El Pason in far west Texas to Amarillo up in the panhandle have been a little disappointed in Lady Luck over the past few days. It appears as if "the Lady" had taken a brief hiatus from bringing big-money lottery wins back to the Lone Star State. Lady Luck's hiatus in Texas, as of Tuesday night, is officially over.
Hurricane Beryl death toll climbs to 27, including 15 caused by heat due to massive power outages
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Two more names have been added to the list of people who died during and after Hurricane Beryl roared ashore in Texas on July 8. In an update Wednesday from the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences, we learned the death toll in Harris County climbed to 17 with two more names added to the list.
Texas Heat Scares California Man in Viral Video
One California man is finding out the hard way that the Texas heat isn't for the weak. Californians are on the move, and they are coming to Texas! And who can blame them? Texas has an abundance of Whataburger, H-E-B, it's the home of Dr. Pepper and Big Red, and, according to this study, homes in Texas are 59% less expensive compared to California. So, that may be the big driving force as to why Californians are desperately trying to call Texas home.
Rosewood Property Co. Breaks Ground on 338-Unit The Buckley in Plano, Texas
PLANO, TEXAS — Dallas-based Rosewood Property Co. has broken ground on The Buckley, a 338-unit project in Plano. The Buckley will feature studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. Planned amenities include multiple lounge areas, a club and card room, fitness center, co-working areas, dog park, courtyards and pool. MetLife...
Patrick: Obama is seeking his fourth term in office
(The Center Square) – Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says former President Barack Obama is running for a fourth term in response to President Joe Biden announcing he isn’t running for reelection and is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement. “Obama is seeking his 4th term as president,” Patrick said in a social media post. “The June debate was a hit job on Biden by his own party; humiliating him was step one to run him out. There was no need for Biden...
Devastating Fire Destroys Historic Texas Sanctuary
A four-alarm fire on Friday has destroyed the historic chapel at First Baptist Church in Dallas. The chapel served as the main sanctuary for the church until 2013 when a new sanctuary was built. The historic secondary chapel held services for nearly a century. Firefighters were called to the scene...
Inflation Squeezes Texas Public Schools As State Funding Remains Stagnant
A small Texas school district is facing serious budget problems as state funding remains stagnant amidst rising inflation. The Dallas Morning News reported that the Sunnyvale school district paid just over $300,000 for property and casualty insurance in 2022 and now is expected to face a cost exceeding half a million dollars, while the state refuses to increase the public school funding.
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