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Gonzalez: COSTEP was invited to attend Gov. Abbott’s trade mission to Asia
HARLINGEN, Texas – The CEO of the Council for South Texas Progress says his organization was invited to go on Gov. Greg Abbott’s trade mission to Taiwan, South Korea and Japan. Adam Gonzalez says the reason COSTEP did not go was because he did not budget for two...
Bala Cynwyd Billionaire Jeff Yass Gives Additional $4M to Greg Abbott’s Campaign
Jeff Yass has donated $4 million to Governor Greg Abbott's campaign, just months after donating a record $6 million. Following a record donation of $6 million in December, Bala Cynwyd billionaire Jeff Yass has given another $4 million to Governor Greg Abbott’s campaign, writes Annie Massa for Bloomberg. The...
A new 6,000-home development is being planned in Denton County
DENTON COUNTY, Texas — A new 6,000-home development from Dallas-based Hillwood is being planned in Denton County, the company announced this week. The project will cover the 3,200-acre Hunter Ranch property at Interstate 35W and Robson Ranch Road, on the southwest side of Denton, across the highway from Argyle, according to a Hillwood release.
'Young Man's Dinner' at Dallas restaurant serves as mentorship program
DALLAS — If there is a recipe for success, Dallas restaurateur Bob Sambol hopes it is one he can share again and again with Dallas youth who might otherwise think their own prosperity is as out of reach as a proverbial silver spoon. That's why, along with Mark Jones...
More Restrictions on Smoke Shops Are Coming to Grand Prairie, Allen
Grand Prairie has passed additional regulations for smoke shops, and the city of Allen is gearing up to do the same. In Grand Prairie, the establishments will have to get a specific use permit if they want to set up shop in the city. There will also be new distance requirements for smoke shops to address a concentration of such businesses in certain areas of the city.
Pastor booted from Tarrant County Commissioners Court after public comment
FORT WORTH, Texas — When Fort Worth Pastor Ryon Price spoke at Tarrant County Commissioner's Court on July 2nd, he had no idea it would land him in hot water. He is a regular who signs up for public comment. But this time, Pastor Price went 8 seconds over the three-minute limit. That led to him being held in contempt of court.
Cowboys may have perfect chance to steal talented RB thanks to NFC foe
The opportunities were aplenty, but the Dallas Cowboys opted against rebuilding their running back room this offseason. It is worth noting that the 2025 draft is absolutely stacked at the position, so perhaps the front office thought it'd be wiser to plug other holes and wait until next year to draft a stud.
Saturday Night Forecast: Unusual July Weather This Week
A shift in the weather pattern will bring unseasonably wet and not as warm weather to East Texas next week. TONIGHT: Mostly Clear. Low 71. Wind Calm.SUNDAY: Mostly Sunny. A Few Isolated Afternoon Storms. High 91. Wind E 5.SUNDAY NIGHT: Mostly Cloudy. 30% Chance of Storms After 1:00 A.M. Low 87. Wind Calm.MONDAY: 80% Chance […]
$20 Texas Scratch-Off is Worth $1 Million for One Lucky Texan
We have another millionaire in Texas! A Temple resident claimed a top prize winning ticket worth $1 million in the Texas Lottery scratch ticket game VIP Millions. The ticket was purchased at EZ Stop, located at 401 E. Adams Ave., in Temple. As always, The claimant elected to remain anonymous.
VIDEO: City Church responds to spraying homeless with repellent spray
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Just before 12:30 Thursday afternoon, the Guyon Saunders resource center received word from their clients and staff that a powerful repellent spray had been used by a member of City Church on a group of homeless individuals who were seeking shade from the intense heat.
BC Wildfire states numerous crews are actioning Princeton area fires
The Calcite Creek wildfire, which was discovered Thursday, July 18, remains out of control and has grown to 194 hectares. The blaze is located 41 kilometres south of Princeton. According to a BC Wildfire spokesperson, as of Saturday, July 20, the fire was being actioned by a unit crew, a...
Houston Embraces Solar Power Post-Hurricane Beryl, Texas Sees Surge in Residential Solar Projects
Hurricane Beryl, Texas residents, particularly those in the Houston area, have been increasingly turning to residential solar power as a beacon of self-reliance, as seen when Bill Swann's solar setup kept his Hilshire Village home powered amidst widespread electricity failures, according to a recent article by the Texas Tribune. Swann, a retired mechanical engineer and local solar advocate offering free workshops, embodies the growing community of Texans seeking sustainable solutions to the grid's reliability issues.
Minor league update for 7/20/24
Down East starter Brayan Mendoza went three innings, striking out six and allowing two runs. Paul Bonzagni struck out three and walked one in a scoreless inning. Eduardo Mejia was 2 for 3. Echedry Vargas was 2 for 3. Down East box score: https://www.milb.com/gameday/wood-ducks-vs-shorebirds/2024/07/19/754098/final/box. D.J. McCarty started for Hickory, allowing...
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