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Texas doubles investment in energy fund to keep up with growing demand
SAN MARCOS, Texas — Cities like San Marcos were once considered small towns. Now, in most communities along the I-35 corridor, the growth is undeniable. “I’ve seen the community grow and also just love living in this area,” said Andrea Villalobos, the assistant director of planning and development services for the City of San Marcos.
DART Riders Can Expect Delays for a Couple of More Days
(WBAP/KLIF) – DALLAS, TX – On Sunday morning, a fire engine lost control on the 75 overpass above Good Latimer Expressway. It broke through the guard rail and dropped more than 35 feet onto the DART tracks below. A DART spokesperson stated that the track that the fire...
Ex-treasurer stole $16K from Guyer football booster club, reports say
The former Guyer High School football booster club’s treasurer was recently arrested after she allegedly stole nearly $16,000 from the organization. Denton ISD employees at Guyer this spring reported to police in April that funds were missing from the booster club, which is run by volunteers, the Denton Record-Chronicle reported. Denton Police Department detectives found a lot of charges that appeared to be made by the club’s former treasurer, Shauna Martin — including purchases for travel, food, utilities and more — for more than $15,800.
Wilmer Police Urge Residents to Lock Cars as Thefts Rise, Emphasize Collective Security Measures
In a recent community alert, the Wilmer Police Department has issued a reminder for residents to secure their vehicles following a string of thefts targeting unlocked cars. In a communal drive towards greater security, authorities are strongly advising the public against leaving valuables in their cars and urging everyone to ensure their car doors are locked at all times.
Tremors in Texas: 3 Deadly Earthquakes That Made Their Mark
When people think of earthquakes, Texas isn't the first place that comes to mind. However, the Lone Star State has had its share of seismic events that have left an impact. Texas is not known for frequent or intense earthquakes like the West Coast, but they do happen. Volcano Discovery...
Cooler temps, muggy weather in store for North Texas
NORTH TEXAS — Another day of Flash Flooding risk is winding down as the threat moves south beginning Tuesday.Slow-moving storms training over the same areas in an atmosphere of deep tropical moisture produced 3"-4" of rain quickly in scattered areas. As the night wears on the flooding threat should abate. Tuesday morning's commute should be dry.The rest of the work week calls for smaller storm chances and cooler days (for July). While it will be very muggy each day this week, afternoon storms will be rather sporadic. Bigger rains will be further south as the stationary front drifts toward the coastline of Texas.Where the rain threat is higher, there is also a significant flooding threat.North Texas finds itself in a very unusual weather pattern for July, a persistent trough is parked over the central plains. This keeps temperatures below normal and rain chances in the picture.This pattern could hold until the end of the weekend. After that, as we count down to the start of August (next Thursday), the typical summer heat creeps back in.Here is your 7-day forecast:
A&M's Elko is mending fences with state's high school coaches
SAN ANTONIO — Texas A&M’s Mike Elko has gone to great lengths to not pour dirt on Jimbo Fisher’s grave since Elko took over as Aggies coach. Fisher was Elko’s former boss, after all. But it’s no secret that there was a bit of a disconnect...
Open Registration – EMT Classes On Texas College Campuses
With an ever-growing population in Texas, paramedics are critical and are often the initial protectors of public safety during emergencies. They have the training and expertise to handle the effects of disasters and crises, provide medical care, and often prevent further harm or death. This is why Emergency Medical Technician...
Goodwill Stores In Texas Are Saying NO To These Items!
Today is the ideal time to thoroughly clean your home and open the windows. Look for those items that haven't been touched in a long time. I adore organizing my belongings and giving away items I don't need. It's liberating in a way to get rid of "junk," because as they say, what's rubbish for one person is treasure for another.
Texas recruiting ace Joe Hamilton returns to Florida in sudden about-face
Joe Hamilton is back in town. (Photo via Florida Gators) College football is known for its crazy recruiting flips, changes of heart and even some full-circle roller-coaster ride decisions, but that’s usually an activity relegated to 17 or 18 year old recruits. We don’t see much of it from coaches.
Chris Koetting, Mel Maxfield indcuted into Texas High School Coaches Association Hall of Honor
Chris Koetting and the late Mel Maxfield gave the Texas Panhandle much recognition following their decades of distinguished accomplishments on Saturday night in San Antonio with both men being named as recent inductees into the hallowed halls of the Texas High School Coaches Association Hall of Honor. Koetting and Maxfield...
DART Riders Can Expect Delays for a Couple of More Days
(WBAP/KLIF) – DALLAS, TX – On Sunday morning, a fire engine lost control on the 75 overpass above Good Latimer Expressway. It broke through the guard rail and dropped more than 35 feet onto the DART tracks below. A DART spokesperson stated that the track that the fire...
A Century of History Eradicated: Texas Megachurch Destroyed in Fire
The red brick walls of First Baptist Dallas Church's historic sanctuary are soot-singed and intact, but only devastation and ashes are found within. At 6:05 pm, the Dallas Fire-Rescue received a call for 1717 San Jacinto street in the heart of downtown Dallas. A second alarm was requested at 6:20 pm. The fire was contained until 7:35 pm when the roof partially collapsed and a third alarm was called. Finally, a fourth alarm was called at 8:14 pm, according to CBS5 News.
VIDEO: The Colony police pull driver out of burning car
THE COLONY, Texas - The Colony Police Department released new video of officers pulling a driver out of a burning car last week. Officers responded to a crash on South Colony Boulevard just before 1:30 on Friday morning. They found a vehicle pinned between two barriers on the overpass. Officers...
The Church's 30th Anniversary Party Brought Out the Coolest Freaks
Dallas' legendary freaks-and-freaks haven of a club, The Church, has been a hub for the finest in kink, alternative, dark and goth culture for 30 years. The Church celebrated this milestone on Sunday at its new home at It'll Do club on Elm Street — after losing its longtime home when legendary dance club Lizard Lounge closed.
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