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El Pasoans with SNAP benefits can now “Double Up” at Food Flower Grocery store
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- El Paso residents will now be able to double their SNAP benefits on fruits and vegetables at Spoon Flower Grocery. The local nonprofit grocery store is now a participant in the Double Up Food Bucks Texas Program. This initiative matches SNAP benefits dollar for dollar on fresh and frozen produce sold at participating grocery stores in the program.
Former Texas Tech football standout finally gets a shot in the NFL
They say that good things come to those who wait. Hopefully, that's the case for former Texas Tech defensive tackle Jaylon Hutchings. After going undrafted in this year's NFL Draft, Hutchings is finally receiving his shot to play at the next level. It was reported Sunday by Houston-area reporter Aaron Wilson that the Forney, Texas native is signing with the Chicago Bears.
El Paso's AMC East Point 12 may close, leaving locals nostalgic
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — An affordable movie theater could close its doors permanently after Sunday. The AMC East Point 12 movie theater website does not show movie screenings past Sunday, August 11. We reached out to AMC to confirm the venue will close its doors and are waiting...
Local residents react to new Midland Costco location
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The City of Midland announced Friday that a new Costco would be coming to the ‘Tall City.’ Construction is expected to begin next June and conclude by August 2026. Local residents reacted positively to the news. “I’ve been to Costco in Houston when I lived there,” Tommie Haislip said. “Lots of […]
Former SPC runner helps U.S. to gold in Paris Olympics
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - If South Plains College were to compete as a country, it would be tied along with Egypt and Argentina on the medal count. This week, at the 2024 Paris Olympics, the former Texans have earned a silver, courtesy of Vernon Norwood (SPC 2012-13), who ran last week in the Mixed 4x100m Relay, and Fred Kerley who earned bronze in the Men’s 100m one day later. Saturday in Paris, Norwood earned another medal for the United States, and South Plains, this time gold.
Waco Zoo Now Home To Largest Penguin Colony In Texas
Waco, Texas has 22 new residents and is now home to the largest South African penguin colony in the state. The 22 newest residents are perfectly paired with 11 females and 11 males, and that has the whole team poised to grow quickly for a species that is now considered to be endangered.
Dallas Braces for Sizzling Temperatures as Heat Wave Hits North and Central Texas
The National Weather Service in Fort Worth, Texas, has issued a warning for intense heat expected to scorch Dallas and surrounding regions. The National Weather Service predicts a series of oppressively hot days, with highs around 100 and heat index values soaring as high as 106 to 110 in the afternoons. Residents anticipate a relentless stretch of sunshine with a consistent pattern of high temperatures and clear skies, extending from today through the end of the week.
After 46 wins in regular season, Flying Bison prepare for playoffs
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) – The Key City’s finest team needs your support more than ever. The Abilene Flying Bison host the inaugural Mid-America League playoffs on Tuesday, August 13th, and these dapper ballplayers are more excited than a hog in a mud field. Bison Outfielder Jack Cue said, “Oh, man, I’m so excited, man. It’s […]
Texas Weather Warning: Houston to Experience Scorching Heat and High Humidity
Houston, TX – A heat advisory is in effect for Southeast Texas, including Houston, as temperatures and heat indices are expected to soar throughout the week. The National Weather Service in Houston-Galveston has warned that heat indices could exceed 108°F, posing significant risks for heat-related illnesses. According to...
Albany's Chip Chambers, Stephenville's Hudson Butchee highlight top players around Abilene
One of the best parts of any high school football season is watching unproven players make a name for themselves under the Friday night lights. There will certainly be many Big Country athletes who become household names this fall. But the area also has many proven talents ready for an encore. Here’s a look...
Sunday night fire at Abilene church
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Abilene first responders battled a fire at a church Sunday night. On August 11, a fire broke out at the Woodland Church of Christ in the 3100 block of State Street. According to the fire chief, the fire began outside of the building in the back and has been extinguished. BigCountryHomepage […]
Abilene teachers prepare for start of school year
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Time is winding down for the first day of school in the Key City, and teachers have been preparing to welcome their new students on their big day. Robin Whitmire, a kindergarten teacher at Wylie East Elementary, said while the summer break is relaxing, the thought of her new students is […]
Battling addiction: Abilene woman chronicles her fight with fentanyl
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — Like many communities throughout the nation and across Texas, the fentanyl epidemic is plaguing Abilene and the Big Country. Watch as an Abilene woman chronicles her drug addiction while delivering a powerful message. It’s day-to-day normal on the surface of Abilene streets. But scratch that surface; the streets are talking. It’s where […]
Defense dominates in ACU Football scrimmage
ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) – There was a football game at Wildcat Stadium this morning!. Abilene Christian University hosted an intrasquad scrimmage earlier today, with their season opener against Texas Tech just 3 weeks away. While offense started off strong, the defense ultimately stole the show. They’ll need to...
CenterPoint Energy’s Hurricane Beryl response under Attorney General investigation
HOUSTON - Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into CenterPoint Energy amid allegations of potential violations of Texas law related to its response during Hurricane Beryl. FOX 26 Houston is now on the FOX LOCAL app available through Apple TV, Amazon FireTV, Roku and Google Android TV!
Famous Restaurant Now Bankrupt And Closing In Texas
Austin, Texas is now the former home of a very popular restaurant chain that joins the ranks of so many others that are declaring bankruptcy and shuttering permanently their eateries. In some states, their entire roster of restaurants are already closed or soon will be. Read Similar: Another Massive Chain...
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