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Texas Woman’s University Taps New Leader for Houston Campus
Texas Woman’s University has named Monica G. Williams, PhD, a seasoned higher education leader with a strong background in partnerships and fundraising, as the inaugural Houston campus president. She begins her role on Aug. 26. Williams served nine years as foundation president and vice president of advancement at the...
Brownsville duo’s paletas finalists in H-E-B’s Texas Best
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... A Brownsville ice cream shop was named a finalist for H-E-B’s 11th annual Quest for Texas Best competition, which searches for the best state-made products. La Pale Frozen Fruit Bar was announced top 10 finalist out of more than 470 submissions from entrepreneurs...
Texas: The Issue Is - State Rep. Gina Hinojosa on big changes to 2024 presidential race
AUSTIN, Texas - The issue for Texas Democrats is what to do with their votes designated for President Joe Biden. With the president now bowing out before the Democratic National Convention next month, delegates from the Lone Star State decided to hop onto the Kamala Harris bandwagon. One of those delegates is State Rep. Gina Hinojosa (D-Austin).
The ‘Best Tamale Maker in Texas’ Has Been Raided by the Feds
Uh-oh! Looks like trouble bubbles for Deila, the self-proclaimed 'best tamale maker in the world' was raided by federal agents in south Texas on Wednesday. If you have no idea who Delia is or why she's got the G-Men barging in uninvited and rifling through everything, buckle up. This is a hot tamale of a story.
The 5 Texas Cities Most at Risk for Senior Heat Stroke
As we enter the hottest time of the year, addressing the risk of heat stroke is important. While heat stroke can affect anyone, senior citizens and those with health issues are particularly vulnerable. In the case of senior citizens, many have difficulty adjusting to temperature changes. So, senior citizens who...
US Marshals Need your Help Hunting Down this Most Wanted Man from Texas
Texas is a large state with a large population, and in that population are criminals who commit serious crimes. When the US Marshals become involved, you know the crime is severe. The US Marshals have a list of the 15 Most Wanted Fugitives and one dangerous Texas man makes the...
Eldery Man Gets Into Fight at Texas Walmart Store
An elderly man got into a heated altercation at a Texas Walmart and the fight was caught on camera. We don't know what caused the two individuals to get into the fight, but as you'll see below, the two men were swinging. At one point the elderly man covers his...
BEWARE: DEADLY West Nile Virus Has Invaded Texas 4 Cases Were Discovered
Texas prepares itself every year for the invasion of the most annoying and deadly creature on Earth. Mosquitos find themselves making the state of Texas a victim of itching and scratching all summer long. According to WFAA, this year mosquitoes in the great state could be life-threatening. THE WEST NILE...
Heat and humidity builds this week in Houston
HOUSTON – Nice to see the radar all quiet after a very soggy week last week and into this past weekend. We’re expecting it to stay relatively quiet over the next few days as high pressure slides in from Florida. The radar could see some showers between now and Tuesday afternoon, but the chances are slim.
PETER, PAUL & MARY ALIVE TO PERFORM AUG. 17 AT THE BARNHILL CENTER
The only authentic performers of Peter, Paul and Mary music will soon appear at The Barnhill Center in Brenham. The Peter, Paul and Mary Alive show will bring back the American Folk Music Revival phenomenon on Saturday, August 17th at 7 p.m. The Barnhill Center producer Sharon Brass says the...
Texas Insurance Rates Spike After Beryl: Will You Be Affected?
The after-effects of Hurricane Beryl are not all physical, as Texan wallets may be impacted in addition to their homes. According to points made in a recent meeting from the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) on July 15th, it's anticipated that half of the catastrophe reserve funds will be spent in damage payouts following Hurricane Beryl's devastation along the Texas coast.
3 out of 9 human cases of West Nile virus in Texas have more severe form of the disease
Three of the nine reported human cases of West Nile virus have had the more severe form of the disease, also known as West Nile neuroinvasive disease, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS).
North Texas church announces departure of lead pastor for "inappropriate" actions in vague sermon
ARGYLE, Texas — During a sermon Sunday, Cross Timbers Church announced the resignation of lead pastor Josiah Anthony. Elder John Chalk addressed the change in broad terms, mostly reading from a written statement addressing Anthony's resignation from the church. The church has since removed a recording of the sermon from its Facebook page.
State Of Texas Lands At Number Two In Nation For Reckless Driving
We've all seen bad driving in the state of Texas right?. It caused all of us to probably say a few choice words and wonder if the person is even paying attention while on the roadway. We mean, who forgets to drive in between the lines painted on the the pavement? Simply put, it's very frustrating.
Human Remains Found Confirmed to be Missing Texas Woman
Recently discovered human remains put an end to a tragic weeks-long search for a Texas woman who went missing while on vacation with her husband. The Grand County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the human remains discovered on July 22 belong to Miranda Ankofski, who went missing with her husband during their annual Moab trip in June.
State lawmakers to question CenterPoint for response in aftermath of Hurricane Beryl
AUSTIN, Texas – Lawmakers in Austin are planning to question leaders of CenterPoint Energy on the company’s performance in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Beryl in a hearing scheduled for Monday. There is also a state-ordered investigation into the company’s actions amid the storm, and the company must...
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