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An Awesome Dove Hunting Season Is Expected in Texas This Year
I am avid hunter and a native Texan, I love the great outdoors so, I'm used to the heat in the Lone Star State. When it comes to hunting season, I know I have to be prepared because we've not only had a very hot summer but add to that a very dry summer as well.
These are the Top 10 Most Expensive Private High Schools in Texas
The average yearly tuition at a private high school in Texas is $12,161. That's according to Private School Review. There are some schools that fall well below that norm, such as Chinquapin Preparatory School in Highlands, Texas. The yearly tuition there is $1,170. That is the cheapest tuition to any private high school in Texas.
CHRISTUS Health Awards More Than $3.3 million to Non-Profit Organizations
Four Northeast Texas groups from the CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances ministry received funds totaling $300,000 for community health initiatives (TYLER, Texas) – CHRISTUS Health is proud to announce the distribution of more than $3.3 million to 47 non-profit organizations across Texas, Louisiana, and New Mexico through the CHRISTUS Community Impact Fund. Four groups in …
UT System Prohibits Its Universities from Making Political or Social Statements
The University of Texas Board of Regents amended its free speech policy this week to prohibit the system and its 14 universities and health-related institutions from adopting political or social positions unrelated to campus operations. “Institutions should not, in their official capacity, issue or express positions on issues of the...
Carrollton hires Ravi Shah for inaugural executive director position
In a move to accelerate growth, the city of Carrollton has promoted its development services director to a newly created executive position, tasking him with orchestrating the city's ambitious expansion plans. Ravi Shah, now executive director of development, will oversee Carrollton's development and redevelopment efforts, including commercial recruitment, the city...
The Dallas Cowboys Will Trade Dak Prescott to the New York Giants
The Dallas Cowboys find themselves at a crossroads with their franchise quarterback, Dak Prescott. Despite his contributions over the years, the Cowboys’ front office, led by owner Jerry Jones, has made it clear that Prescott needs to prove he’s worth a long-term investment. With recent contract extensions for...
Allen outlet mall 'ignored' police requests for more officers before mass shooting, lawsuit says
DALLAS — A lawsuit filed on behalf of the Allen outlet mall shooting victims and their families alleged that the mall's ownership and security service did not properly staff the mall with security, despite requests from Allen Police Department to add more officers. The lawsuit, filed on Aug. 24,...
Good Samaritan's watchful eye leads to arrest of suspected copper thief
GARLAND — Copper theft is occurring all over North Texas. A suspected thief, who police said was dressed as a utility worker, has been arrested in Garland. Garland City Councilwoman Carissa Dutton said it couldn't have happened without the help of a Good Samaritan. Last Friday, around 8 p.m., a resident noticed a man lurking near one of the city's water towers off Lawler Road and called Dutton."She said, 'He's got a construction vest on and a hard hat, but he's smoking a cigarette, and I don't see a work truck,'" Dutton said. "As she continued walking, she noticed the fence was...
Texas GOP doubles down on fraud claims as Trump, Cruz leads shrink
AUSTIN – Texas Republicans are doubling down on claims that Democrats in the state’s biggest cities are attempting to steal the 2024 election – a contest in which the GOP’s leads in the Senate and presidential races are increasingly narrowing. State GOP leaders like Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton have made the […]
Texas must build hundreds of thousands of homes to lower housing costs, says state comptroller
"Texas must build hundreds of thousands of homes to lower housing costs, says state comptroller" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
Mississippi man killed in Texas helicopter crash
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Jackson, Mississippi, man was killed during a helicopter crash in Texas. Troopers with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) said they responded to the crash near County Road 2048 in Newton County on Friday, August 23. They were notified just before 1:30 p.m. that the helicopter, which was used […]
Texas high school football: Top 10 running backs in the Austin area
As the 2024 Texas high school football season nears kickoff Thursday, the American-Statesman takes a look at the top 10 players at every position. High school reporters Rick Cantu and Colby Gordon will take a look today at the running backs who are expected to have great seasons. OUR PLAYER RANKINGS: Top 10 WRs | Top 10...
Oncor donates thousands to volunteer fire departments across West Texas
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Oncor Cares Foundation donated $650,000 to fire departments across West and Northwest Texas. The foundation said the money will be used to support critical training and equipment. Oncor chose to give to volunteer fire departments across 17 counties based on their volunteer status, community value, and land conditions, specifically, departments in areas […]
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