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Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado Brace for Intense Heat Wave
Tulsa, OK – The south-central Plains are set to experience dangerously high temperatures during the first week of August, according to the Climate Prediction Center. The forecast indicates a high risk of excessive heat, with maximum air temperatures ranging from 100 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat index values could surpass 110 degrees, posing significant health risks to residents in Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, and Colorado.
Oklahoma health system is shutting down hospital
Looking to cut costs, the Norman Regional Health System is consolidating two hospitals. Its longtime hospital in downtown Norman will shift to urgent care. For more than seven decades, the Norman Regional Hospital has served patients in downtown Norman, Oklahoma. But aiming to reduce costs, the Norman Regional Health System...
'It's just irresponsible': U.S. Humane Society calls for investigation into Blue Zoo
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — 'Horrified' was one word the Humane Society of the United States used to describe the news about the shark bite at Blue Zoo, which led to the shark being euthanized. Now, the Humane Society is calling on the city and local law enforcement to...
Could a proposed cement kiln slow growth for a small Grayson County town?
DORCHESTER, Texas (KXII) - Dorchester is a small Grayson County city surrounded by US Highway 75 and State Highway 289, two roadways driving growth right into the town. Mayor David Smith said the town has a population of about 100 currently but that could soon grow. In 2023, News 12...
Fundraiser for Valley View tornado victims to be hosted at local restaurant
Anderson’s Distillery and Grill is hosting a fundraiser on Saturday, July 27, for those in Valley View, Texas who are still recovering from the devastating tornado that hit the town two months ago. The event was organized by Huffines Auto Dealerships, Love for Kids Inc. and Anderson’s Distillery and...
Gainesville police seek community's help in identifying truck theft suspect
GAINESVILLE, Texas — Authorities are seeking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a truck theft that occurred on July 14, 2024. The Gainesville Police Department reported that an unknown individual stole a truck from the 1300 block of South Weaver Street. The vehicle, later found abandoned near Valley View, Texas, contained thousands of dollars worth of tools and a gray Ruger 350 Legend rifle, according to the department.
Abbott announces Sentinel school safety system
Jul. 25—AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott on Thursday announced the launch of Sentinel, an innovative and comprehensive system designed to enhance the safety and security of students, faculty, and staff in school buildings across Texas. Sentinel is provided by the Texas Education Agency's (TEA) Office of School Safety and Security and is available to all schools in the state at no charge to the ...
Devastating Fire Destroys Historic Texas Sanctuary
A four-alarm fire on Friday has destroyed the historic chapel at First Baptist Church in Dallas. The chapel served as the main sanctuary for the church until 2013 when a new sanctuary was built. The historic secondary chapel held services for nearly a century. Firefighters were called to the scene...
Deadline for newborn enrollment to Texas prepaid tuition plan approaching
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Texas families have until July 31 to enroll their newborns or children younger than 1 year of age at the time of enrollment for the 2023-2024 prices in the Texas Tuition Promise Fund, the state’s prepaid college tuition plan. “It is never too early...
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