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Bryan family stuck in a medical nightmare
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - On June 16, Maria Vasquez received a call from her brother voicing he was experiencing severe stomach pain and needed to see a doctor. 33-year-old Joel Vasquez was rushed to the hospital where doctors said his platelet and blood counts were low and he needed a blood transfusion.
New water resort that’s the ‘largest of its kind’ in America opens with 46 pools, saunas, and full-service bar
LOOKING for a world-class hot spring experience in the states? Head no farther than North Texas, where WorldSprings, America’s largest outdoor mineral springs resort, has opened this summer. The resort features a whooping total of 46 pools with 41 mineral hot springs, two freshwater pool, and three cold plunges. Like a typical hot spring experience, […]
Round Rock Aims for Major League Status with Sports Center Expansion, Maintains Operation Amid Enhancements
The city of Round Rock is making moves to become a bigger player in the lucrative sports tourism industry, starting with the expansion of the Round Rock Sports Center. The project, which kicked off construction this week, aims to enlarge the existing facility by adding two additional courts, creating a commodious space that will allow for a diversified array of events. With a competitive completion target set for early 2026, the development plans to usher in a facility capable of hosting larger tournaments and other sporting functions.
Texas A&M catcher Max Kaufer has found his new home for the 2025 season
It’s been a hectic week for Texas A&M’s baseball program. Former head coach Jim Schlossnagle’s memorably shocking exit to head the Texas Longhorns early last week resulted in 14 Aggies entering the transfer portal. However, after Sunday’s hiring of former hitting coach Michael Earley as the program’s 21st head coach, nearly half of the players who entered the portal have withdrawn their names, including Jace LaViolette, Gavin Grahovac, Kaeden Kent, Caden Sorrell. At the same time, Penn transfer Wyatt Henseler also reaffirmed his commitment. While Jackson Appel is still mulling his MLB future, Earley added some insurance to next year’s lineup, gaining...
On This Day in 1985, The Highwaymen Take the Stage for the First Time at Willie Nelson’s Fourth of July Picnic
On this day (July 4) in 1985, The Highwaymen made their first appearance onstage. Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, Waylon Jennings, and Johnny Cash took the stage at Nelson’s annual Fourth of July Picnic in Austin, Texas. Nelson, Jennings, Cash, and Kristofferson were all cornerstones of the Outlaw Country movement....
Spurs land sharpshooting star in tantalizing trade proposal with Jazz
Following the signing of future Hall of Famer Chris Paul, the San Antonio Spurs have been linked to Utah Jazz All-Star Lauri Markkanen. The Jazz have made him available in trade talks, as they flirt with the possibility of doing a full teardown, and they could potentially demand a huge haul for him—especially after a non-All-Star in Mikal Bridges garnered five first-round picks from the New York Knicks.
Arch Manning sends clear message to Quinn Ewers
Former five-star quarterback prospect Arch Manning did not play much during his first season with the Texas Longhorns last year as he sat behind starter Quinn Ewers. Manning is expected to sit behind Ewers once again this season, barring something unexpected, but it sounds like he’s happy to learn from the more veteran quarterback.
The War and Treaty Reveal Anger And Sadness After Discovering Cotton Plant In Texas Dressing Room
The duo that is The War and Treaty have quickly made a name for themselves as musicians. However, as Darius Rucker recently pointed out, racism still exists. The duo were both angered and saddened when they discovered a cotton plant in their dressing room. They were performing at the Coca-Cola Sips & Sounds Music Festival in Austin, Texas.
TODAY: San Antonio celebrates Independence Day with Stars and Stripes Parade
SAN ANTONIO - Centro SA is hosting their Stars and Stripes Parade, and that means lots of people and also some road closures. Today's parade kicks off at 11 a.m. and runs until noon. The event will feature dozens of participants to celebrate Independence Day, including Mayor Ron Nirenberg. We'll...
Jeb Dixon named Coach of the Year
The Oglesby High School football team had its best season in school history last year. The Tigers finished as undefeated district champions and advanced all the way to the state championship game before coming up short against Benjamin. Several factors have contributed to the Tigers' success in recent years, not...
The Texas Longhorns Will Never Win the National Championship
For most teams, joining a new conference comes with benefits. Those being new TV rights, more name value, and overall more profit. That is especially true for a conference like the SEC. That is what the Texas Longhorns did, yet it will have more implications with them never winning a National Championship now.
Texas Woman Finds N-Word On Her Burger King Refund Receipt
The anonymous woman said the Burger King receipt reflected the racial slur as the reason for the refund because she is an "N-word." A Burger King customer is seeking justice after she believes an employee at an Austin, Texas, location allegedly intentionally put the N-word on her receipt. The woman,...
Texas native Colonel to take command of 27th Special Operations Wing
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, N.M.— A Texas native from Copperas Cove, United States Air Force Colonel Robert Johnston, will take command of the 27th Special Operations Wing during a change of command ceremony on July 15, said a press release. According to the release, Lieutenant General Michael Conley, commander of Air Force Special Operations Command […]
Nonprofit organization Hope Alliance breaks ground on new Leander facility
Construction on Hope Alliance's new Hope Center will officially begin in July. (Zacharia Washington/Community Impact) The Hope Alliance leadership team and local officials held a groundbreaking ceremony for the nonprofit's new Hope Center in Leander on June 28. “This is exciting because it's been a long time coming,” CEO Rick...
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