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AFC South Division Predictions: Ceiling & Floor Analysis for Each Team
Editor's note: Michael Plundo is an incoming junior at Texas Tech studying Sports Management and spending his second semester as an intern at 600 ESPN El Paso. He is an aspiring sports journalist. Throughout the final few weeks of his internship, Michael will be diving into each NFL division to give his outlook on each team, with the ceiling and floor for each franchise. In his seventh edition of the series, Michael previews the AFC South below.
A Texas State Park Is Now Extinct
Hold on, there's some rough waters ahead with this one. Here's a tough question, what is more important, protecting nature or protecting freedom? It's a quandary for sure. Freedom is all-important, but who wants to live in a garbage dump? It seems like there should always be a little wiggle-room for quality of life issues. Taking it further, what happens when the freedom to enjoy nature is only accessible to the rich? When you add in money concerns, everything gets super thorny really fast.
Bravos, Locomotive, Bravas Seeking Another Undefeated Weekend
FC Juarez Bravos, El Paso Locomotive FC, and FC Juarez Bravas all had positive results last weekend and are looking to have a repeat this weekend as they will all be in action. It will be an all FC Juarez Friday night as both the men and the women will...
For the First Time Ever, You Can Fly to This Heaven on Earth Non-Stop from Texas
If you've always wanted to fly to Fiji, it just got a little simpler to do so. You'll be able to fly to one of the most gorgeous places on Earth non-stop from Texas beginning in December of 2024. Is there any chance we can fly straight from Tyler, Texas...
Here Is How You Can Get Behind The Scenes At Amarillo Police Department
Usually, getting a behind-the-scenes glance at how a police department operates involves an uncomfortable car ride and a phone call you really don't want to make. Fortunately, you have an opportunity to get a glance behind the scenes at Amarillo Police Department without any of that. Applications are open for the Amarillo Citizens Police Academy.
Board Approves Phone-Free Environments – Arkansas Middle and High Schools
Following the recent approval by the Texarkana Arkansas School District (TASD) Board of Directors, Arkansas Middle School and Arkansas High School will implement phone-free environments starting this fall. The initiative aims to enhance the teaching and learning experience by introducing Yondr pouches, which will help reduce the negative impacts of phone addiction on students' well-being.
How A Fort Worth, Texas Man Allegedly Scammed His Way To Over $1 Million
In Fort Worth, Texas, there's a situation developing that sounds like an absolute nightmare. Eight people are accusing a man of scamming them out of thousands upon thousands of dollars. In total, he's allegedly scammed his victims out of more than $1 million. How Does A Person Allegedly Make Off...
You Could Win Two Tickets to See Kane Brown in Concert
Get ready because Kane Brown is coming to Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas on Saturday, September 14, with the In The Air Tour at 6:30 PM. One of county music's most electrifying performers Kane Brown will take the stage for one big night and he's bringing some friends along with him like Cole Swindell, LoCash, and Raelynn.
Believers, Time To Assemble – Texas UFOcon Lands In Jefferson Aug 17
Many believe the truth is more than just out there, they think it's here, and why not, the evidence is all around us. Every year, the number of believers grows, more than 65% of us believe that aliens exist and over 40% believe they are visiting this planet. Do you? If you're looking for just the right event to share your thoughts and hang out with other believers, I think we have just the place for you.
New Texarkana Restaurant Opens Tuesday – See Inside Now
The wait is almost over! Texarkana is getting an exciting fresh new take on food when Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe opens its doors on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Taziki's is in the former vacant Steak and Shake building on N. Cowhorn Creek Loop, the new restaurant has been remodeled and renovated to give it a more sophisticated Mediterranean look and feel when you walk inside the doors of this new restaurant.
The Top 10 Ways You’re Most Likely To Die On Texas Roadways
We disagree on many things in Texas. But, we all find common ground when the convo turns to bad drivers. Boy, do we have our fair share!. Whether it's the lady weaving through traffic while putting on mascara, the dude reaching for a slice of Little Ceasars from a box on the dash, or the drunk driver who nailed your neighbor's house last Saturday, Texans are certainly taking their chances on the road.
South Plains Mall Tax Free Shopping This Weekend
It's always nice to save a little money when you can, and this weekend is a great time to save! The South Plains Mall is doing their 'Tax Free Weekend' just in time for back to school shopping. Here's the info... WHAT?. South Plains Mall is hosting the Back-to-School Give...
Up To 100 Perseid Meteors Per Hour This Weekend – Where To Look
Texarkana, Texas and Arkansas meteor skywatchers, there are two things we can always count on, the August heat and the Perseid Meteor Shower. One isn't too bad right now, the other is peaking this weekend. The annual Perseid meteor shower is happening right now and the weekend weather looks good...
Lubbock Last-Minute Plans: Balls Out Funny & Havana Nights
Do you find yourself stuck at home every weekend wishing you had somewhere to go and something to do? Have no fear, that is why your last-minute plans are here!. This weekly series is your chance to find out what is going on in Lubbock as I highlight a few different local events that suit a variety of interests. This weekend has some great options, so keep scrolling for more information.
Athlete Tragically Dies During Texas Cross Fit Competition
On Thursday morning, tragedy struck the CrossFit Games in Fort Worth when 28-year-old drowned during the swim portion of the competition at Marine Creek Lake. Lazar Dukic from Serbia was pronounced dead at 10:24 a.m., according to the Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office. Eyewitness Cole Learn, a CrossFit athlete from...
Amazing Texas Teacher Remarkably Saves Young Girl From Assault
In Houston, a middle school teacher is being celebrated as a hero after intervening in a disturbing late-night assault on a 15-year-old girl. Last Sunday, just before midnight, David Garza heard a desperate plea for help from a 15-year-old girl. Rushing to his window, he saw a man attacking the young girl on the ground, trying to strip her.
These Giant, Black and Yellow Spiders Are Showing Up In Texas This Summer
Texas is home to plenty of insects and bugs and during the warm Summer months it seems like they all come out to play. That includes of course spiders. Spiders are all over place. Hiding in our homes, outside our homes, and spinning their webs wherever they can. Most of the spiders we come across are small, but sometimes we see spiders that can be considered large, if not huge.
Texas Pastor Who Preached Of Sodom & Gomorrah Caught In Prostitution Sting
I am convinced that those who preach hellfire in politics and the pulpit are often doing so to mask their own desires. So another preacher has been busted for soliciting a sex crime. This story happens so frequently that I can't believe that churches don't have better vetting processes. Also, I sincerely believe those people who strongly protest others peoples business are doing so to try to keep something weird and creepy of their own inside. Well, this fellow now has time to clean up his own backyard.
Texas Athletes Continue To Dominate The Olympics, Winning More Medals Than Most Nations
For years we've heard about the economic strength of the State of Texas. According to the Texas Comptroller's office, if Texas were a country, it would be the eighth largest economy in the world. Ahead of Canada and Russia. And if Texas was a country, Texas would be one of...
This Stunning Museum in El Paso, TX Is Like No Other—Here’s Why You Need to Visit!
There’s a new children’s Museum in the heart of El Paso, Texas that will soon become a tourist attraction for people of all ages!. La Nube is set to open its doors on Saturday August 10th with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Main Street in front of La Nube beginning at 10 a.m.
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