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Lady Cats pick up win in Wimberly
The Skidmore-Tynan Lady Cats secured a hard-fought victory against the Hardin Hornets on Saturday, August 17, at the Wimberly Volleyball Tournament. The Lady Cats emerged victorious in a 2-1 match. Mailey Hardin and Audree Vasquez led the charge at the net, delivering 10 and seven kills, respectively. On the defensive...
McAllen taps Isaac Tawil as new city manager
The city of McAllen has selected a new city manager. The city announced on Tuesday in a news release the selection of Isaac Tawil as the new manager. “Tawil brings a wealth of experience in public administration, leadership, and community engagement to the role, as well as legal expertise,” the news release read.
Barry Manilow awards former band director $10k during last Corpus Christi show!
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Barry Manilow stopped by the American Bank Center as part of his farewell tour and made his last Corpus Christi concert even more memorable by making a difference for local music students!. During his epic performance Tuesday night, Manilow awarded the Veterans Memorial band director...
Texas Nominations Are Now Open – 41st Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the 41st Annual Governor's Volunteer Awards. Administered by the OneStar Foundation, the Governor’s Volunteer Awards are an opportunity for the State of Texas to honor exemplary individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to improving their communities through outstanding service and volunteering. “Texans recognize...
Txdot Teams up With Law Enforcement for a Safe Labor Day Weekend
The reckless act of drinking and driving can change your life forever, the thing that makes me scratch my head in wonder is that it only takes a few minutes to find a sober ride. With law enforcement ramping up its presence leading up to Labor Day, we Texas drivers can make a difference by choosing rideshare, public transit, Uber, or any other safe way to get home. By doing so, they not only protect their own lives but also the lives of others.
Everything’s Bigger in Texas—Including This High School’s Tuition!
Everything is bigger in Texas… especially when it comes to forking over money to get your kids through school!. My son just started high school but I’m already stressing the cost of college as I’m sure most other parents with high school kids are. However, If you thought college tuition was outrageous, wait until you hear about the price tag for high school education in Texas.
South Texas leaders rally at 1st water symposium to tackle ‘crisis’ on border
The first-ever Deep South Texas State of Water Symposium was held Tuesday on the border to discuss the dwindling Rio Grande, lack of water payments from Mexico and how local communities can rally together to find future water solutions.
Very High Temperatures Wednesday and Thursday
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) -A hot dry airmass is in control of Texas weather. Dry air aloft will stir in, bringing low afternoon humidity and very hot temperatures during Wednesday afternoon. We will be nearly as hot on Thursday. The hottest air will edge away further to the north beginning Friday. This will allow for more of a gulf influence with more cumulus clouds in our skies and temperatures not as far above 100, especially beginning with the weekend. A slight chance of scattered showers with the more moist air early next week.
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