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Texas lawmaker says it's time for the state to get involved in "phone free" schools
NORTH TEXAS — Keeping students focused in class is a losing battle for Texas schools when there are cellphones around to distract them, says State Representative Ellen Troxclair."Allowing children to bring a television, a boombox, walkie-talkies - the equivalent of all of that - to school, and putting it on their desk while the teacher is trying to instruct them is clearly not a way that they are going to retain information," she said.That's why the Austin area Republican is planning to file legislation to bring the "phone-free" movement to every school in Texas.She said there are several approaches to keeping...
Student Safety: The Most Dangerous College In Texas
Sending your child away to a college or university after being under your roof for 18 years is hard on parents. Knowing that you are miles away if something goes wrong can be unnerving. One way to mitigate risk is by talking to your students and ensuring they know what...
Proposed Texas LNG terminals held up in court
Two major energy projects planned for the Rio Grande Valley suffered setbacks last week. Rio Grande LNG and Texas LNG are liquefied natural gas terminals set to be built at the Port of Brownsville. Local groups have raised concerns about the terminal’s effect on air and water quality. Last week, a three-judge panel in Washington found that the companies behind the terminals didn’t adequately consider their environmental impact.
Big Thicket National Preserve issuing free hunting permits
KOUNTZE, Texas (KTRE) Big Thicket National Preserve will start issuing this season’s free 2024/2025 hunting permits on Friday, August 30. Permits will be available first-come, first-served until the end of hunting season on February 28, 2025. Hunters are reminded that not all permits get issued within the first day, or within the first two weeks, so they can still get their desired hunting unit even on Labor Day weekend.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vows to keep busing migrants north. One problem: Not enough migrants.
Republican National Convention delegates erupted in applause last month when Texas Gov. Greg Abbott doubled down on his commitment to send buses full of migrants to blue cities. “We have continued busing migrants to sanctuary cities all across the country,” Abbott told the cheering crowd in Milwaukee. “Those buses will...
Texas sues Biden administration over nursing home staffing rule
Texas is suing the Biden administration over a new policy that mandates minimum staffing levels in nursing homes, arguing the federal Medicare agency exceeded its authority. In a lawsuit filed Wednesday in the Northern District of Texas, state Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) said the rule should be vacated and the administration should be permanently blocked from enforcing it.
Angel Lagoon in Dayton opening on Aug. 30
The Lagoon Development Company, a prominent full-service developer specializing in large-scale lagoons, today announces the grand opening of Angel Lagoon on August 30, 2024. Located at 15 River Ranch Blvd., Dayton, Angel Lagoon sprawls across 40 acres, offering pristine white sand beaches, countless waterfront activities, and a multitude of dining opportunities.
Port Arthur man sentenced to three years in federal prison for firearms violation
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — A Port Arthur man has been sentenced to over three years in federal prison for a federal firearms violation in the Eastern District of Texas. 23-year-old Eren Jacory Wilson pled guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Marcia Crone on August 15, 2024.
Indictment: Groves woman intoxicated when she crashed into bushes, had child passenger under 15 years of age
A Groves woman that crashed into the bushes at a local cemetery reportedly had a number of wine bottles in her SUV while traveling with a child under the age of 15. The woman, identified as Kasey Marie Westbrook, 31, was indicted by a Jefferson County grand jury this week on a charge of driving […] The post Indictment: Groves woman intoxicated when she crashed into bushes, had child passenger under 15 years of age appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Body located in Vidor by Harris County Sheriffs, VPD
Vidor Police are assisting the Harris County Sheriffs’ Office with a death investigation after the discovery of a deceased adult male’s body in Vidor, Aug. 15. Per the Harris County Sheriffs Office, law enforcement is on scene in Vidor off Old Highway 90. They believe it to be a dump site for the body, which […] The post Body located in Vidor by Harris County Sheriffs, VPD appeared first on Orange Leader.
More than 1500 students return to Nederland High School in brand new building
NEDERLAND — The last round of school districts started classes today including Nederland ISD. We visited the district's brand-new high school. We got a tour of Nederland High School's extensive cafeteria, state of the art library, gym, and culinary area. More than 1500 students arrived on campus today. We...
Freedom Church breaks ground on new worship center in Liberty
Freedom Church marked a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of a brand-new worship center at 422 Highway 90 in Liberty, Texas, on June 30. The event was led by Jason Cowart, the lead pastor of Freedom Church, alongside Marvin Cowart, chairman of the Board of Directors. This ceremony symbolizes the beginning of a new chapter for the church community.
Not Shocking News, Wichita Falls Has Some of the Worst Drivers in Texas
Been saying it for years and the stats back me up on this one. Keep Scrolling to See Which Texas Cities Have the Worst Drivers. I have heard a lot of people in Wichita Falls complain about the horrible drivers whenever they have to go to Dallas. It is true, Dallas has significantly worse traffic than us here in Wichita Falls. Worse drivers? I don't think so. People in Wichita Falls don't know basic driving etiquette and I am shocked that some of you are legally allowed to have a license. Looks like the latest reporter from Consumer Affairs agrees with me.
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