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Texas Rainfall Brings Out ‘Toxic’ Worms that Regenerate When Chopped in Half
The recent excessive rainfall in the Houston area has brought an unexpected and toxic guest out of hiding: the hammerhead flatworm. These invasive worms, known for their distinctive hammer-shaped heads, emerge from their subterranean homes due to the massive amounts of precipitation. Danger Lurking in Your Yard. These flatworms can...
West Nile Virus Cases Increases In North Texas
As summer continues, bugs and insects are becoming more active. But with the influx of mosquitos, the West Nile Virus is spreading in North Texas. Denton County recently reported the first positive human case of the West Nile Virus in 2024. According to Denton County Public Health, the community member lives in Sanger and was diagnosed with West Nile Virus Neuroinvasive Disease. So far this year, 25 mosquito traps used in Denton County to monitor the virus have tested positive. Other counties such as Collin also tested positive for West Nile virus, however, no human cases were reported. In Collin County, traps...
Greg Abbott announces over $95 million in housing tax credits across Texas
TEMPLE, Texas — The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) has awarded more than $95 million in housing tax credits to help "finance the development or rehabilitation of more than 60 rental properties, offering reduced rents and increased housing options for Texans throughout the state," Governor Greg Abbott announced on Thursday, July 25.
Texas Woman, Oldest Living Person in US, Celebrates 115th Birthday
HOUSTON, TX — A Houston woman, who is the oldest living person in the United States, celebrated her 115th birthday Thursday, July 25, 2024. Elizabeth Francis, born in Louisiana in 1909, lives with her 94-year-old daughter.
2 TAMU-CC Islanders take on Paris Olympics
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Two athletes from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi are taking part in this year's Olympic Games. Ryann Phillips is representing the United States in the trap shooting competition. The 20-year-old will be showing off her skills with a shotgun and flying clay targets. Women's qualifiers start...
A podcast with VIDA CEO Felida Villarreal – in Audio
MCALLEN, Texas – Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA) will celebrate its 30th anniversary next year. The community-based nonprofit came about thanks to the efforts of Valley Interfaith and private-industry business leaders. The impetus was the need to empower the underserved residents of in the Rio Grande Valley...
Docs: Intoxicated man jailed after hitting ‘friend’ with car
ALAMO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An Alamo man is behind bars after hitting his “friend” with a car and fleeing the scene, court documents stated. Gonzalo Zapata is facing charges of intoxication assault with a vehicle causing serious bodily injury and tampering with physical evidence, jail records show. At 3:35 a.m. on Wednesday, a Texas Department […]
Dietz's Eagle quest: 16-year old's journey to Scout excellence
Sixteen year old Johnathan-Bryce K. Dietz, of Portland, reached a milestone in scouting when he earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Dietz, the son of John and Misty Dietz, was honored with an Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony on Saturday, July 20, at St. Christopher By the Sea Episcopal Church in Portland. State representative Todd Hunter, South Patricio County Judge David Krebs, San Patricio County Fire Marshal Scott Marion and Brian Williams, representing the San Patricio Municipal Water District, where Dietz’s father has been employed for the past 23 years, were among those who attended the ceremony. Judge Krebs declared July 20, 2024 to be "Johnathan Bryce Dietz Day."
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