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Texas anglers urged to fish for unclaimed prizes in CCA STAR tournament
TEXAS - The Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) is urging anglers to go fishing as there has only been two claimed prizes for the CCA State of Texas Angler’s Rodeo (STAR) Tournament.
Groovy Good Time at the GCARC Summer Bash
Good times and good vibes were had at the Gray County Association for Retarded Citizens Annual Summer Bash this past Wednesday. Established in 1958 right here in Pampa by the beloved organization, originally called the Exceptional Children’s Association and later changed to its current name, has given these special citizens a place in the community where they are able to thrive and live their lives surrounded by love and support.
From Humble Beginnings: Marcelus “Tiny” Williams Voted Best Coach
The “Best of Pampa” voting contest is one time of the year when the citizens of Gray County can vote for their favorite person, place and organization from a wide variety of categories. To be nominated is an honor itself, but to be voted as the best of...
Plot Twist: Cinergy Entertainment Puts Regal Theater Building Back on the Market in Amarillo
There is a building located on I-40 behind Salt Grass, Slim Chickens, and LongHorn Steakhouse, next to the Post Office, surrounded by multiple hotels. It is just sitting there, gathering dust. The building in question is the old Regal/UA Movie Theater. Regal officially closed the doors on the theater on...
Yikes – You Won’t Believe How Much Texas Teachers Spend on School Supplies!
Ah, back-to-school season is here in El Paso and all across Texas. While some parents are celebrating the return of their kids' structure (personally, I’m happy I won't have to be cooking a meal every hour for my teenage son) teachers in Texas are bracing themselves for a financial hit.
Texas Officers Swap Handcuffs for Menus to Raise Funds for Special Olympics at Local Texas Roadhouse Events
Last Thursday, officers from various agencies across Texas traded in their handcuffs for menus to support a noble cause at the Law Enforcement Torch Run, participating at Texas Roadhouse locations. In an effort that seems to be becoming a heartwarming tradition, these officers doubled as servers to collect tips for Special Olympics Texas, an organization that fuels the athletic dreams of those with intellectual disabilities.
Yikes – You Won’t Believe How Much Texas Teachers Spend on School Supplies!
Ah, back-to-school season is here in El Paso and all across Texas. While some parents are celebrating the return of their kids' structure (personally, I’m happy I won't have to be cooking a meal every hour for my teenage son) teachers in Texas are bracing themselves for a financial hit.
North Texas continues to see heat, temperature highs near 100
NORTH TEXAS — Saturday may have started with thunder and lightning for some viewers early this morning. A weak cold front is moving through the area and sparked off some storms early Saturday. They brought heavy rain and gusty winds with some areas picking up a quick 1"-2" of rain. The storms will continue to head southward leaving sunny skies in their wake as drier air moves in behind in the front. Areas south of I-20 may still get an isolated storm this afternoon along the frontal boundary. But Dallas Fort Worth is expecting sunshine and highs near 100. For viewers who have...
Massive Texas Retailer Now Closing Several Stores Amid Bankruptcy
Austin, Texas is about to lose a very popular retailer and it is just the tip of the iceberg for Texas closures after the company filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy last week, and announced that at least 8 other Texas stores will be closing immediately. Brick and mortar retailers are...
Killer Virus Now Spreading All Over Texas
As Texas is dealing with the scorching summer temperatures, but the extreme ultraviolet radiation is just the tip of the threat the outdoors brings in the Lone Star State during this time of year. We have grown accustomed to dealing with the presence of West Nile Virus over the past twenty years, but now a new viral threat is surging across Texas, and once again we have the world's most deadly animal to blame.
The Texas Legal Guide: To City, County, and State Law Differences
When my youngest daughter who's in college wanted to find her own place but found real estate prices sky-high, she thought of living in a travel trailer in our backyard. This seemed like a great idea until I explained that we have laws prohibiting this. She asked, “Is this your law, a local law, state law, or what kind of law is it?”
Texas Walmart Now Accusing Teenagers Of $1 Million Swindle
San Angelo, Texas has a Walmart that is accusing a couple of teenage employees of masterminding a massive theft enterprise that they claim has caused losses of over $1 million during the past year. Look, I am a middle aged father of 3 very young children, so I know exactly how easy it would be to spend one million dollars and can imagine how easily teenagers could go on that type of shopping spree, but how were they able to allegedly steal over $1 million?
One small chance for rain, one giant leap for temperatures
Some of us in our northern counties saw some isolated rain showers earlier this morning! The showers unfortunately did not push south enough to bring more rain to everyone, but some areas like Corsicana and Brownwood saw trace amounts of rainfall. Despite the fact that most of us are in the upper 90′s and some in the 100′s, there is still a lingering chance for a shower or two as we round out this Saturday and head into early Sunday morning.
North Carolina Man Pleads Guilty to $1 Million Interstate Cattle Theft Conspiracy
A Mount Airy, North Carolina man entered a guilty plea to a conspiracy charge linked to an elaborate $1 million cattle theft operation, federal prosecutors announced. William Dalton Edwards, 25, has been embroiled in a fraud that spanned over four years, a scheme stealing over 3,000 head of cattle from different states and causing significant losses to family-owned livestock markets.