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School districts, food banks pitch in to provide meals to children during summer months
As recent as 2022, nearly 23% of children in Texas suffered from food insecurity. The state now leads the nation in food insecurity affecting nearly 5 million people. In North Texas, around 778,000 people face hunger. About 287,000, or 1 in 5, are children. These struggles are only exacerbated during summer vacation when food is not as readily available during the school year.
Texas power grid leaves some assisted living communities without power for days, raising questions for the future
Texas’ power grid struggled to get homes and business back online after Hurricane Beryl made landfall as a Category 1 storm last week, leaving some assisted living communities and nursing homes grappling to keep residents cool during a heat wave. Ella Springs Senior Living, an assisted living and memory...
TikTok Influencer Saves 700 Cats by Raising More Than $190K
A TikTok influencer recently saved hundreds of cats by raising funds for a South Texas shelter. The feline sanctuary was struggling financially and on the verge of shutting business. However, with the help of the influencer and his millions of followers, they were able to save the shelter. Although he expected to be able to […] The post TikTok Influencer Saves 700 Cats by Raising More Than $190K appeared first on CatTime.
Top commercial vehicle inspectors compete in Texas Challenge
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Today marked the start of the 2024 Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Challenge in Corpus Christi. Competitors from across Texas have gathered to test their abilities and see who will be crowned the top commercial enforcement officer in the state. The Texas Challenge is organized by the...
Tons Of The Texas Kroger Stores Now Getting Dumped
Texas is about to lose a ton of Kroger grocery stores as they inch closer to an almost $25 billion deal to devour Albertsons and simultaneously eliminate the second largest grocery company in the United States. Several protests have been raised, and the Federal Trade Commission even sued to prevent the top grocery conglomerate from being able to assimilate their top competitor in the nationwide grocery game.
An Endangered Texas Species is Fighting Its Way From the Edge of Extinction
An endangered species is slowly working its way back from the edge of extinction in the woods of Central Texas. Four families of red cockaded woodpeckers have laid successful broods in the W.D. Jones State Forest in Conroe, Texas. The chicks are a sign of success for the endangered species and are being fed and cared for by all adult members of the breeding community.
Gov. Abbott Announces 7 New State Hospital Projects, Including $1B+ for Two in North Texas
Seven new state hospital projects—including new ones in Wichita Falls and Terrell—have been announced to better serve people in need of inpatient psychiatric services. Gov. Greg Abbott said the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) projects are funded by $1.5 billion approved by the Texas Legislature in 2023 to expand, renovate, and build new facilities across the state.
La Joya ISD considers selling golf course due to lack of maintenance, safety concerns
La Joya Independent School District is considering selling their golf course, Howling Trails Golf Course. Their ownership has sparked criticism in the beginning, and lawmakers even tried to pass legislation to stop the district from buying the property. Golfers have also cited a lack of maintenance and safety concerns. "The...
Palmview library to unveil new space for people seeking jobs
A new workforce resource is opening in Palmview. The goal is to help connect jobseekers with employment opportunities. There's a new area inside the Palmview Municipal Library known as the Workforce Solutions Corner. It's designed to help people look for jobs. According to a report from the Texas Workforce Commission,...
Governor Abbott says Trump 'truly blessed by the hand of God'
Governor Greg Abbott says the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump was an “outrage.” Abbott talked about the shooting while meeting with reporters about Hurricane Beryl Sunday in Houston.
Texas judge blocks federal rule expanding Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students statewide
TEXAS, USA — A federal judge last week granted a temporary injunction, blocking expanded Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students from taking effect in August in Texas. The changes to Title IX, announced by the U.S. Department of Education in April, clarify that it also protects against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Title IX is a law introduced in 1972 that bans discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. The expanded protections were set to take effect Aug. 1.
Texas death row inmate one day away from execution loses last-minute bid to save his life
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles has denied a clemency application filed by Ruben Gutierrez, paving the way for his execution for the murder of a woman over two decades ago. Concretely, the board said that they "have completed their consideration" of the request and that after a "full...
Rio Grande City police search for missing female juvenile
The Rio Grande City Police Department is asking the public's help in finding a missing person. They said Yvonne Pena was last seen by her family on Monday. Anyone with any information on her whereabouts is urged to call Rio Grande City police at 956-487-8892.
STC faculty couple reflect on decades of family, community and growth
Growing up personally and professionally at South Texas College, Starr County faculty members and spouses Wilfrido (Eli) and Rosa Gutierrez-Sarabia say STC has played a significant role in the trajectory of their lives. For nearly three decades, the couple has witnessed the college’s growth, first as standout students in the...
City of Edinburg to celebrate art, wellness at FridaFest
The City of Edinburg invites the community to mark their calendars for July 27, as downtown Edinburg comes alive with the vibrant art and wellness extravaganza, FridaFest.Set against the backdrop of the city’s new Arts, Culture, and Events Center (A.C.E.), FridaFest celebrates women's empowerment and honors the legacy of Frida Kahlo while embracing themes of healing, belonging and the rich tapestry of Edinburg's cultural scene. The festivities will take place from 5:30 to 11 p.m.This year's FridaFest is themed around art and wellness, marking the culmination of Edinburg's participation in the Arts for Every Body Initiative. Edinburg was one of ...
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