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AP football coach eager to start workouts
Justin Taylor’s Aransas Pass Panthers will have varsity experience on their side this football season. The Panthers return 20 starters – 10 on offense and 10 on defense – from the 2023 team that went 0-10. AP will field the most-experienced team in revamped District 15-3A Division I.
Grass fire burning on San Jose Island
A grass fire has been burning for hours on the south end San Jose Island today (Thursday, July 18), directly across the ship channel from Port Aransas, but no damage to structures has been reported. The only buildings on the island are at a ranch more than seven miles from...
Rain and lower temperatures ahead
Better rain chances starting late Monday and lasting through midweek. Isolated showers are in the forecast tomorrow through the weekend, but the coverage will be more limited than earlier today. Also, the timing will be confined to the afternoon hours. Brief “splash ‘n dash” showers will be it through Sunday,...
Pills, flies, food stored in trashbags found at Mission taqueria
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this week’s Food 4 Thought, be ready for the most violations caught on camera by a health inspector. Fly swatters were found next to raw food and prescription drugs were found just inches from food. This combination could be considered a recipe for disaster.
McAllen Rep. De La Cruz at RNC: Biden, Harris use immigrants for political gain
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz on Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention said she was proud of being the granddaughter of Mexican farmworkers, using the national platform to tell a familiar Valley story while attacking President Joe Biden over immigration and border policies.
Second Safe Haven baby box in Texas opens in Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas — A new Safe Haven baby box officially opened in Lubbock at Fire Station 9 which made it the second baby box in Texas. The first baby box was in Abilene and this new one made it number 247 in the nation. Baby boxes have given parents...
Dallas’ La La Land Kind Cafe Coffee Shop Chain Expands in Texas, California
Dallas-based coffee shop chain La La Land Kind Cafe is expanding its brand in Texas and California with the launch of four new locations this summer and said it has an aggressive expansion plan for 2025. La La Land also launched its new and improved app this week, where customers...
FBI Issues Jugging Warning: The 2 Minute Video Every Louisianian Should Watch
The FBI is warning bank customers in Louisiana and nationwide about a trend of crimes referred to as 'jugging'. Groups are camping out at various banks and ATMs, waiting for their ideal victim to target. What is Jugging?. The term 'jugging' is derived from criminals who target people with 'jugs'...
FEMA funding $750 to households impacted by Hurricane Beryl
HOUSTON (KIAH) – There’s still time to get assistance from FEMA if you were impacted by Hurricane Beryl. If you haven’t done so already, please take pictures of your storm damage! Those with insurance should contact their insurance company before applying for FEMA (the agency only covers damage beyond the scope of a property owner’s insurance).
The Dallas Cowboys Will Trade Dak Prescott to the Los Angeles Rams
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Dak Prescott becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded, it will be to the Los Angeles Rams. With a contract...
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