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What-A-Mum: Texas Homecoming Mums Get More Creative Throughout The Years
High School football season is upon us and in Texas, that means it’s time for Mum's season. Mum is short for the chrysanthemum flower. This flower was given by a boy to his homecoming date, cue “Homecoming Mum.”. Back in the day, a homecoming mum was a simple...
13 Girls Have Gone Missing in Texas During August Alone
Keep your eyes peeled for these young girls who all went missing during August in Texas. If you have any information you think could help the police, don't hesitate to call. If we all work together, we just might be able to bring everyone home safely. 13 Young Girls Have...
Texas Standard for Aug. 30, 2024: Texas athlete Ryan Medrano heads to his first Paralympic Games in Paris
Here are the stories on Texas Standard for Friday, Aug. 30, 2024:. Gov. Greg Abbott recently tweeted that the state has removed over a million people from the voter rolls. With the November election approaching, those concerned about their registration status may be wondering where to check. Blaise Gainey, state...
USDA updates school nutrition standards for all cafeterias, including in Texas
LUBBOCK, Texas— With three million kids eating school breakfasts and lunches in Texas, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is cracking down on making them more nutritious for kids all over the country. The USDA has recently updated the school nutrition standards on added sugars, sodium and meal modifications. While this rulemaking went into […]
Unveiling the Largest Lawsuit Payouts in Texas History
It seems like we like is a sue happy world nowadays, and that includes here in the state of Texas. But there are some lawsuits that are justified and there need to be consequences for mistakes made by big companies. When big companies make mistakes, it normally leads to a large lawsuit, so I wanted to find out about some of the largest lawsuit payouts in Texas history.
My Possibilities Receives $40,000 Grant From Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Texas
My Possibilities (MP) recently announced that it was awarded a Blue Impact grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) to enhance the well-being of children and families. According to MP, the $40,000 grant underscores the vital contribution of local organizations in driving positive change by addressing key factors affecting health, such as socio-economic challenges, and by fostering economic opportunities. "Partners like Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas are crucial to advancing our mission and enhancing the lives of our HIPsters," said My Possibilities CEO Tod Marvin in an official statement. "This $40,000 grant will enable us to sustain...
Texas Lawyer Caught in Vile Plot to Bribe Pregnant Inmates for Their Children
We, as consumers of news, social media, and radio, are exposed to a lot of information daily. However, every now and then, something extraordinary captures our attention. This is one of those stories. Many people across the state, country, and world want nothing more than to have a child, and...
This New Texas High School Football Rule Will Get Some Parents Kicked Out
Enjoying youth sports in Texas should be a fun experience for everyone. Maybe this new rule will help that be true once again. Youth sports are designed to help build the character of a young person. It teaches the value of working as a team, the value of taking care of your specific responsibility and the value of good sportsmanship. Learning all of those qualities helps lead to a victory against the opponent.
Watch: Wild Texas Dust Devil Engulfs Cameraman
Texas dust devils are on a whole other level. Having lived most of my life in Northwest Texas, I have seen many dust devils. Most have been small and would never be mistaken for a tornado. When I was a kid, I wouldn’t hesitate to run through one. I did...
Highest Priced Texas High Schools Cost Way More Than Colleges
The cost of a college education has been going up significantly Texas and across the country while many are starting to argue the value of the degree has been going down. Now, imagine attending a high school that costs more in a single year than dozens of colleges and universities in the Lone Star State cost in 4, 5, or maybe as many as 20 years for those really super duper seniors that are stuck being a cross between being Peter Pan and Van Wilder.
Six Texas Cities Ranked Worst In Nation For Deadly Drunk Driving Crashes
Driving and drinking is never the right choice in Texas. Drunk driving has been a problem in the state. Not only does it endanger the driver, it also endangers the people around them while out on the road. When you've been drinking, it's for the best to have a designated driver, or have a ride available to you.
BUSTED: Most Commonly Stolen Items From Texas Wal-Mart Stores
And a lot of people getting busted for it. Here in Texas, even misdemeanor theft can result in jail time and hefty fines. Walmart is the largest retailer in the U.S. and has 517 locations throughout Texas. Walmart constantly has to deal with "shrink" which is retail lingo for theft, from both consumers and "inside jobs."
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