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The Strange 'Singing Well' of Texas
In the late 1800s, a story originated in Texas about a mysterious well. According to newspaper reports, strange sounds came from the well. Sometimes the sounds were musical and pleasant. At other times, they sounded more like wails and moans. The well was said to be impossible to fill and no one knew it's true age. This is the fascinating story of the "singing well."
Houston police investigate fatal shooting at apartment complex
HOUSTON, Texas - Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 59-year-old man at 5910 Schroeder Road on Tuesday evening. The victim's identity is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. Houston Police Department Homicide Division Sergeant C. Ponder and Detective J. Meister reported that officers responded to a shooting call at the apartment complex and found the man unresponsive on the sidewalk. He had suffered a gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased by Houston Fire Department paramedics. A preliminary investigation and witness statements revealed that the victim was playing dominoes with friends when an unknown suspect approached from behind, struck him on the head, and after an exchange of words, shot him. The suspect, described only as a black male in his 20s, fled the scene, according to the Houston Police Department. Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or speak anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Greater Houston area among 120 Texas counties burn ban due to prolonged dry and hot weather
Prolonged dry and hot weather in Texas has prompted 120 counties in the state to be under burn bans.Harris, Fort Bend, Waller, and Liberty counties are among those under the ban, which was enacted on Tuesday.The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office said the risk of grass fires across unincorporated areas is higher due to the heat.Officials said the ban is being issued as vendors prepare for the upcoming firework sale season in honor of Diwali."While we will proceed with the fireworks sale, it will be under certain restrictions. Following state legislation criteria and the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI), which assesses...
Best Bets the Week of October 10-16, 2024
Still looking for something exciting to do this weekend? You know we’ve got you covered. Whether you're in the mood for a musical that steps back in history, a classic horror tale, or a deep dive into K-culture, there's something here for everyone to enjoy. Keep reading for these and...
Best Of Houston® 2024: Best Record Store
Best Record Store: Cactus Music If you have lots of concerts on your calendar, you probably also have lots of visits to Cactus Music on your calendar, too. That’s because the venerable Houston record store, which is a multiple Best Of honoree in its category, brings lots of local and...
Most Popular Halloween Decorations in Texas for 2024
Looks like certain Texas cities go all out with decorating for the big day, but what do you put up at your house?. Keep Scrolling to Check Out the Top Ten Halloween Decorations for 2024. Halloween is just a few weeks away and we already see the candy being sold...
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