TEXAS MAP EXPERT JAMES HARKINS TO SPEAK AT BRENHAM HERITAGE MUSEUM HISTORY LECTURE ON MAY 23
James Harkins will be the featured speaker for the next episode of the Brenham Heritage Museum’s Seth McMeans Lecture Series on May 23.(courtesy photo) A Texas map expert is the next speaker in the Brenham Heritage Museum’s Seth McMeans Lecture Series. James Harkins will discuss historical maps of Texas on Monday, May 23rd from noon …
Texas law enforcement on horseback search for escaped killer in Leon County
The reward money is up to $50,000 LEON COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Rewards money for the capture of Texas’ most wanted fugitive increased over the weekend and the search continues near Centerville on Sunday. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Texas Department of Public Safety and other law enforcement agencies are on horseback and with …
TEXAS COMMUNITY BANCSHARES, INC. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (Form 10-Q)
General Management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations is intended to assist in understanding Texas Community Bancshares, Inc.’s (“the Company”) consolidated financial condition at March 31, 2022 and consolidated results of operations for the three months ended March 31, 2022 and 2021. It should be read in conjunction with the unaudited …
Oklahoma GOP Governor Signs 6-Week Abortion Ban Modeled On Texas Law That Allows Civil Enforcement :: WRAL.com
By Veronica Stracqualursi, CNN CNN – Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt on Tuesday signed into law a bill inspired by Texas’ controversial abortion law, which allows private citizens to file civil suits against abortion providers to enforce the law. The “Oklahoma Heartbeat Act,” Senate Bill 1503, takes effect immediately and prohibits abortions at the time a …
Oklahoma GOP governor signs 6-week abortion ban modeled on Texas law that allows civil enforcement
By Veronica Stracqualursi, CNN Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt on Tuesday signed into law a bill inspired by the controversial Texas abortion law, which allows private citizens to file civil suits against abortion providers to enforce the law. The “Oklahoma Heartbeat Act,” Senate Bill 1503, takes effect immediately and prohibits abortions at the time a doctor …
Victory celebration for winning the It’s Time Texas Community Challenge 5/4 at Pharr
– Advertisement – To celebrate their victory, the City of Pharr and PSJA ISD, along with representatives from It’s Time Texas, will host a PSJA Tri-City Victory Celebration at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at PSJA Stadium (703 E. Sam Houston) in Pharr. Courtesy Image Texas Border Affairs Pharr, Texas – The City …
Texas Community Funds Small Business Grant Program
Small businesses can use different types of support when starting up or facing challenges. This may include direct grants or economic support through the community. Learn about this program and other small business grants below. LISC State Farm Grant Partnership State Farm distributes grants through its partnership with the Local Initiatives Support Corporation. The national …
Northeast Texas Community College Hires Football Coaches Perales, Brady | Sports
Northeast Texas Community College has hired two new head coaches for Eagle football programs. After a few years as a combined position, the women’s team hired assistant coach Heather Brady as their new women’s head coach, and the men’s team hired assistant coach Juan “JD” Perales as their men’s head coach. The two coaches will …
Kilgore’s JD Perales among new head football coaches at Northeast Texas Community College | Sports
Northeast Texas Community College has hired two new head coaches for Eagle football programs. After a few years as a combined position, the women’s team hired assistant coach Heather Brady as their new women’s head coach, and the men’s team hired assistant coach Juan “JD” Perales as their men’s head coach. The two coaches will …
Texas State names Arkansas State Chancellor as new university president
For the first time in two decades, Texas State University at San Marcos has a new president. The Texas State University System Board of Trustees unanimously approved the hiring of Kelly R. Damphousse, PhD., as the 10th President of the State of Texas. He will succeed Dr Denise Truth, who is retiring on July 1. …
Texas State research explores first responders’ use of force, reaction times, safety and stress: Newsroom: Texas State University
Stress impacts male and female first responders differently in active shooter incidents Law enforcement officers are often exposed to a variety of high stress scenarios such as encounters with civilians which can induce a significant amount of physiological or psychological stress. Exposure to these scenarios results in significant increases in various stress markers such as …
North Texas community works to save children from human trafficking – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Amalia, who doesn’t want her last name revealed, is a survivor. She was trafficked occasionally from the age of 14 until her mid-twenties. “You’re looking, but you just don’t know what you’re looking for,” Amalia said. “You don’t choose this life for yourself, but it happens.” While Amalia has regained her life and is now …
Financial comparison between Texas Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:TCBS) and Northeast Community Bancorp (OTCMKTS:NECB)
Texas Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:TCBS – Get Rating) and Northeast Community Bancorp (OTCMKTS:NECB – Get Rating) are both small cap finance companies, but which is the better stock? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their institutional ownership, analyst recommendations, valuation, profitability, dividends, earnings and risk. Insider and Institutional Ownership 10.6% of …
Meadows Center, Wittliff Collections celebrates Viva Texas Rivers! : Newsroom: Texas State University
The Wittliff Collections at Texas State University will host a celebratory afternoon Long live the rivers of Texas! Adventures, misadventures and glimpses of nirvana along our stepped waterwaysthe new Texas literary anthology in the Southwestern Writers Collection book series on Sunday, May 8 at 3 p.m. Twenty-six contributors to the volume will speak with guests …
Chubby Texas state troopers who don’t shrink their waists could be removed from law enforcement duties | app
AUSTIN, Texas — More than 200 state troopers will have to lose weight by the end of the year or face discipline under a controversial policy the Texas Department of Public Safety enforces to limit the size of the officers. According to documents obtained by The Dallas Morning News, men with waist sizes over 40 …
Express yourself! | Bullock Texas State History Museum
Event details In partnership with NAMI Central Texas (National Alliance on Mental Illness), learn about the history of mental health care in Texas, how it has evolved over the years, and inspiring action plans that will impact the future of health public, through a moderate conversation with Dr. .King Davis. As former executive director of …
Texas State Rowing Championships to be held at White Rock Lake for the first time
White Rock Lake near Winfrey Point. Photo by Renee Umsted. This year’s Texas State Rowing Championships will be held at White Rock Lake for the first time in the event’s history. The competition has been held in Austin for over 20 years, but White Rock Rowing got the opportunity to host it this time. More …
Texas State University has awarded $2 million to the director of the Center for Translational Health Research to create a central Texas mental health mapping tool
Texas State University has received $2 million for the director of the Translational Health Research Center to create a mental health map of central Texas. (Zara Flores/Community Impact Journal) Texas State University officials on March 31 announced a prize of more than $20 million under the Consolidated Appropriations Act that was passed by the House, …
1,900-acre community in Texas kicks off 15-year housing project
“We’ve been building communities in the Southern United States for over 25 years – there’s nothing better than working in your own backyard. We’ve been working in Comal County for over a decade and are proud to call it home from SouthStar – the quality of life is unbeatable,” said Chip Mills, Senior Vice President …
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Give back to the North Texas community by signing up with a nonprofit for National Volunteer Month
What began as National Volunteer Week in 1974 has grown into a social movement and celebration that now spans the entire month of April. The Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) is partnering with FWD>DFW and VOMO for National Volunteer Month to promote volunteer service opportunities available locally. The goal is to mobilize volunteers throughout the …
Family and friends set up a billboard for missing Texas state student Jason Landry
LULING, Texas (KXAN) — Several Facebook groups dedicated to the search for Texas State student Jason Landry helped erect a missing persons notice board this week, nearly a year and a half after his disappearance. Supporters set up the billboard along US Hwy. 183 at 2023 N. Magnolia Ave., north of Luling. Landry disappeared at …
Billboard goes up to help find missing Texas state student
Jason Landry: Billboard Rises to Help Find Missing Texas State Student Jason Landry, a 21-year-old Texas State student, went missing on December 13, 2020. He was returning home to Missouri City, Texas for Christmas vacation, but law enforcement said he found his car totaled on Salt Flat Road near Luling. While Landry’s personal effects were …
ULM Softball tops Texas State 10-2 in Run-Rule victory
Next game: state of texas 04/10/2022 | 12 p.m. April 10 (Sunday) / 12 p.m. state of texas MONROE, Louisiana – The ULM Softball Team dominated Texas State with a 10-2 victory in six innings Saturday afternoon at the ULM Softball Complex. The Warhawks (20-15, 6-8) tied their Sun Belt …
Texas Community Helps Reunite Puppy With Child Sex Trafficking Victim
MIDLAND, Texas (Nexstar) – The Midland Rape Crisis and Children’s Advocacy Center launched an online fundraiser earlier this week to help bring a puppy home to its owner, a victim of child sex trafficking. The advocacy group said the victim, who had come to their home for services, arrived with a puppy, but was unable …
ULM Softball Hosts Texas State for Three-Game Solar Belt Series
MONROE, Louisiana – The ULM softball team will play its first home game in 12 days with a three-game Sun Belt Conference series Friday-Sunday April 8-10 with Friday’s first pitch at 6:00 p.m. CT at the ULM softball complex . The Warhawks (18-15, 4-8) have gone five straight games on the road over the past …
Texas state senator suspends campaign in redesigned district – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Texas State Senator Beverly Powell (D-Fort Worth, District 10) is suspending his re-election campaign saying the race is unwinnable for a Democrat according to redrawn district maps approved by the Republican-led state legislature last fall. Powell, who ran unopposed in the March 2022 Democratic primary, said in a statement Wednesday that she would withdraw her …
Rural Texas Community Expands Vocational Technical Education Program with New Series of Online Courses
In partnership with dallasiDesign, a New York-based company, Grayson College is developing a fully online CTE program to help workers in a rural area of north texas preparing for new careers DENISON, TX, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Grayson Collegea public community college serving a diverse population of working adults and part-time students in Grayson …
Former Texas State Senator Leticia Van de Putte critically injured after being hit by vehicle in Florida
Former Texas lawmaker Leticia Van de Putte of San Antonio was seriously injured on Sunday when a vehicle hit her as she was crossing an intersection in Orlando, Florida. Van de Putte, 67, a well-known Democrat who served 24 years in the Legislative Assembly, was crossing the intersection when she was hit by a left-turning …
State of Texas Received Over $21 Million Through Congressional Appropriations Bill – Corridor News
Staff reports SAN MARCOS — Texas State University received more than $21 million through HR 2471, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, passed by Congress. The bill provides year-round funding through September 30 for federal government projects and activities as well as authorizations and extensions for a wide variety of government-sponsored programs and activities. The Meadows …
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Aggies returns home to host Texas State on Tuesday
STATION COLLEGE, Texas – Texas A&M kicks off the second half of the regular season on Tuesday when the Aggies host the No. 15 Texas State Bobcats in a 6:32 p.m. contest on Olsen Field in Blue Bell Park. ABOUT THE AGGIES Texas A&M (16-11) has one of the most experienced hitters in the nation …
Texas Law Review Centennial Celebration
News Texas Law Review Centennial Celebration On March 26, the Texas Law Review (LRT) held its centenary banquet, bringing together LRT alumni of over 60 volumes. Banquet included Legal Giants – LRT Heroa series honoring LRT alumni who have left significant impressions in the legal field. Among this year’s honorees were Diane P. Wood of …
Texas State Blocker Leads Way For Football Program
SAN MARCOS, Texas — Don’t let Haleigh Blocker’s smile fool you. The Texas State Director of Football Operations is a force in the trenches. “I’m very proud of it and I think looking back, when I was in a position to dream about this job, it means even more,” Blocker said. One of the youngest …
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Aggies Roll to 3-0 Exhibition Win at Texas State
SAN MARCOS, Texas – The Texas A&M Aggies continued their growth with a 3-0 win over the Texas State Bobcats in Saturday afternoon’s exhibition game at the Bobcat Soccer Complex. The Browns and Whites have continued their strong defensive effort this spring, now outscoring their opponents 19-1 in 390 minutes of action. In their last …
East Texas Community Unites for Annual ‘Caught Doing Good for Kids’ Event to Benefit CASA for Kids of East Texas | News
For the sixth annual year, CASA for Kids of East Texas hosted a friendly competition that brings members of the community together while raising funds for the nonprofit. The ‘Caught Doing Good for Kids’ fundraiser on Friday attracted community members who had one goal in mind to ‘get out of trouble’ with a focus on …
Texas State Capitol Transgender Awareness Day brings community and supporters together
Texas State Capitol Transgender Awareness Day brings community and supporters together Several hundred people showed up at the Texas Freedom Network Transgender Awareness Day rally at the Texas State Capitol on Saturday. AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Freedom Network held a Transgender Awareness Day rally at the Texas State Capitol, where several hundred people showed …
State of Texas Receives More Than $21 Million Through Congressional Appropriations Bill: Newsroom: Texas State University
Melinda Villagran, Director of the Center for Community Health and Economic Resilience Research Melinda Villagran, director of the Center for Community Health and Economic Resilience Research, received $2 million to improve mental health training and technology through the State of Texas Community Mental Health Surveillance Collaborative. Doggett also facilitated this grant. “The pandemic has left …
Texas State University chooses Arkansas State University chancellor to become its next president
Subscribe to La Brèveour daily newsletter that keeps readers informed of the most essential news from Texas. Texas State University has named Arkansas State University Chancellor Kelly R. Damphousse as the sole finalist in its search for its next college president. Damphousse was named after a six-month nationwide search. Damphousse announced his resignation from Arkansas …
Sole named finalist in Texas State University President’s Search
SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) — One person is in the running to be the next president of Texas State University. Texas State University System Chancellor Brian McCall announced Thursday that Kelly R. Damphousse was the only finalist for the university’s top job following a national search. Texas State University president announces retirement Damphousse, who holds …
2-Story Homes Abandoned in New North Texas Community Due to Lumber ‘Problems’ – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Lumber prices drive up the price of new homes, adding about $19,000 more to the cost of the home, according to the Dallas Builders Association. The price of wood is a problem. Getting it is another. “Builders today need to work with the material they have, not the material they want,” said Phil Crone, executive …
Coastal Baseball drops Sunday’s rubber game at No. 9 Texas State
History links Next game: at Wake Forest 03/30/2022 | 4 p.m. ET ACC network Hank 105.5 FM March 30 (Wednesday) / 4 p.m. ET to WakeForest Story SAN MARCOS, TX – The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers scored three runs in the first inning and …
New search begins for missing Texas State University student in Caldwell County
A new search is underway for Jason Landry, a student at Texas State University, after he disappeared in December 2020. A search party is currently in Caldwell County after being called to assist the sheriff’s office, according to a report from KSAT’s sister station, KPRC. Landry, 21, was heading to Missouri City and left her …
Softball set to host Texas State for weekend series
History links CONWAY, South Carolina – The Coastal Carolina softball team is looking to get back into the win column as the Chanticleers are set to host Texas State at St. John’s Stadium for a three-game Sun Belt Conference series, March 25-27. The first game is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. …
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Idaho governor signs abortion ban modeled on Texas law
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho on Wednesday became the first state to enact legislation modeled after a Texas law banning abortion after about six weeks of pregnancy and allowing its enforcement through lawsuits to prevent disputes before the Constitutional Court. Republican Gov. Brad Little signed into law the measure that allows people who would have …
Government of Idaho signs abortion ban modeled on Texas law
By Keith Ridler | Associated Press BOISE, Idaho — Idaho on Wednesday became the first state to enact legislation modeled after a Texas law banning abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy and allowing enforcement through lawsuits to avoid court challenges constitutional. Republican Gov. Brad Little signed into law the measure that allows people who …
Central Texas community comes together to help tornado victims; opening of a resource center in Round Rock
Central Texas community comes together to help tornado victims; opening of a resource center in Round Rock ADRN is partnering with the Red Cross and Central Texas Catholic Charities for a multi-agency resource center. ROUND ROCK, Texas – Directly across from the Kalahari Resort, which was damaged by Monday’s tornado, the Dell Diamond is intact. …
Abortion ban builds on advances in Texas law in Tennessee | Abortion
The Tennessee State House is considering a ‘Texas-style’ abortion ban that would allow parents, friends, neighbors and the spouse of a rapist to sue anyone who provides or helps provide abortion services to his victim. The bill, which would ban abortion entirely without exception for rape or incest, cleared a hurdle last week when a …
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Arkansas State Baseball to Host No. 15 Texas State in Sun Belt Opener Series
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – Arkansas State is looking to end a six-game losing streak, hosting nationally ranked Texas State in a three-game series to open Conference play. Sunbelt. The game is set to air live on ESPN+, while the radio broadcast can be heard on The Ticket Radio Network (95.3/96.9/104.1/970 AM). He’s the highest-ranked conference …
Spring Break at Bullock 2022
Event details Learn about valuable species that call Texas home with unique hands-on activities showcasing a different endangered species each day, March 16-18. Texas Artist, Juliet Whitsetwill host activities daily at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Juliet has raised awareness of endangered, threatened and species in greatest need of conservation with her conservation art series …
Viral Scam SMS Reaches East Texas Community
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — A viral scam message has reached the East Texas community. It’s a photo with a text that says “Thank you 4 for waking me up yesterday!” I hope it was worth missing this. Smith County Sheriff’s Office identifies suspected shooter who injured 2 at dental clinic The Tyler Police Department recommends …
Diamond J Properties announces a land sale event for the Texas community, The Preserve At Hidden Trails, on March 26, 2022.
HOUSTON, March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Diamond J Properties Announces Land Sale Event for Texas community, The Preserve at Hidden Trails, on March 26and2022. This private community includes properties from 3 to 20 acres with prices from $59,900. All properties are exempt from farming for low taxes, feature streams and ponds, mature hardwoods, road frontage …
Ex-Texas law enforcement officer found guilty of sending threatening text to Biden campaign
A former law enforcement officer was convicted on Monday of sending an interstate text threatening members of Joe Biden’s campaign, two days before the then-presidential candidate was to visit San Antonio in late 2019 . According to testimony at the day-long trial, William Oliver Towery, 55, of New Braunfels, responded to a mass text on …
Idaho copies extreme Texas law and bans abortion after six weeks | Idaho
Idaho has become the first US state to pass an abortion ban inspired by a controversial Texas law that bans abortions after about six weeks or when a heartbeat is detected. The news comes with abortion rights under attack across the US – despite clear majority support for those rights. The conservative-dominated US Supreme Court …
Portrait of Ima Hogg | Bullock Texas State History Museum
Print the page When the Tyndall-Wyoming Oil Company found oil on land leased from the Hogg family in Brazoria County in the late 1910s, it made Ima Hogg (1882–1975) and her three brothers incredibly wealthy. The family has used their wealth to support philanthropic projects related to the arts, education, historic preservation and mental health. …
Roadrunners take on Texas State on Tuesday in San Marcos
History links SAN ANTONIO –The UTSA softball team is scheduled to face Texas State on Tuesday at 2 p.m. in San Marcos. UTSA Scouting The Roadrunners enter the contest 7-14 overall and 2-1 in conference after opening the C-USA roster with a 2-1 series win at UTEP. The Miners won Game 1 …
Texas State acquires the music archives of guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan
SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) — The Wittliff Collections at Texas State University has acquired a large archive of the late blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan, who died in a helicopter crash in 1990 at the age of 35. Stevie Ray Vaughan (SRV) records were obtained from a private collector. It is an important addition to …
Texas State Bar lawsuit progresses against AG Ken Paxton for attempted annulment of 2020 election
A Texas State Bar complaint against Attorney General Ken Paxton is progressing and will be heard by either a district court judge or an administrative panel, the plaintiffs said Tuesday. The lawsuit was filed in July 2021 by the nonprofit Lawyers Defending American Democracy and 16 Texas attorneys, including four former presidents of the state …
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Aggies beat Texas State, 4-1
STATION COLLEGE, Texas – The Texas A&M softball team (15-5) capitalized on their speed and capitalized on mistakes by Texas State (11-7) Wednesday night to claim a 4-1 win over the Bobcats at Davis Diamond. Leadoff hitter Koko Wooley led the team to the flat, while left-handed pitcher Emiley Kennedy allowed just three hits while …
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Marshall to Introduce Legislation Restricting Abortion Before the First Heartbeat, Contradicting Texas Law
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – A U.S. senator from Kansas has announced he will introduce legislation requiring audible heartbeats before a pregnant woman can give legal consent to an abortion, as Texas law banning abortions after the first heartbeat remains intact. To research. U.S. Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) says on Thursday, March 10, he will introduce …
Most women who were denied abortions by Texas law got them some other way
At Hope Medical in Shreveport, Louisiana, two-thirds of patients now come from Texas, up from one-fifth before the Texas law took effect. The clinic used to perform the majority of abortions before nine weeks, but now most patients are in their late first or early second trimester due to longer wait times for appointments. “What …
How teaching city kids to farm paid off for this Texas community
Share Tweeter Share Share E-mail An Austin nonprofit with farms on two plots of land working with young people to grow fruits and vegetables increased production by 40% during the height of COVID with an “all hands on deck” approach. Urban Roots is part of a growing movement teaching agricultural skills to adults and young …
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Texas law enforcement dogs participate in an event hosted by K9s4COPs
HOUSTON, Texas (KBTX) – The 2022 K9s4COPs Hard Dog Fast Dog competition was held Monday night at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The event is a battle of police dogs for the best combination of fast chase and fierce takedowns. This year, participating law enforcement agencies included Harris County Constable Precinct 1, Montgomery County …
Texas History Tuesdays: Spanish Missions in Texas
Event details A museum educator, primary sources and engaging content is a winning educational combination. These programs are typically taught to the elementary and middle school public, but we invite anyone looking for a rewarding and fun experience to connect with us. 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Why did the …
Texas State Board of Education to include six new members after 2022 election
Austin, TX, There are 3 minutes — When it meets in November, the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) will have a radically different range. Between voluntary departures, redistributions and punitive primaries for certain candidates, the SBOE will have six new members after the November elections. For context, the board had four freshmen as of …
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West Texas community rallies around Permian student after car crash
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) – On February 19, 2022, a tragic accident in Big Spring left Permian senior Jacob Paredes seriously injured. As he continues his long road to recovery, the West Texas community has rallied behind Paredes and his family. Last month, Becky Paredes answered the call that all mothers dread. Her 18-year-old son, Jacob, …
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Central Texas community rallies around robbed donut store
WACO, TX (KWTX) – A Central Texas town is rallying around a donut shop owner after his business was targeted by thieves early Wednesday morning. Snowflake Donuts in Marlin was robbed by two suspects who smashed the front door glass just after midnight. “First they tried to get through the back door, but they couldn’t …
Sanctions put Texas law firms with Russian clients and offices in difficult positions
As sanctions against Russian companies and those doing business with Russian entities grow daily, the role of lawyers is increasingly in the spotlight, including pressure to drop their Russian clients. And the fate of American lawyers practicing in Moscow is even more problematic. Fourteen major business law firms operating in Texas also have more than …
Texas State Department tasked with investigating health care of transgender youth sued by employee
The Texas Department of Family Protective Services, tasked by Governor Greg Abbott to investigate the health care of transgender youth, is being sued by one of its own employees. The family, identified by pseudonyms, and Houston-based clinical psychologist Dr. Megan Mooney, filed the lawsuit Tuesday against TDFPS, its commissioner Jamie Masters and Abbott in Travis …
In accordance with Texas law, Hays County forms an Adult Sexual Assault Response Team
SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) — Hays County has trained its Adult Sexual Assault Response Team as required by a new Texas law, county officials said Saturday morning. Senate Bill 476, passed in the 87th Texas Legislative Session, requires counties to form such teams. The Hays County team is led by Precinct Commissioner 4 Walt Smith …
Four Republicans vying for Texas State Senate District 31 primary | KAMR
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Four Republicans are seeking to fill the Texas State Senate District 31 seat that will be vacated by Kel Seliger. It comes after State Sen. Seliger (R-Amarillo) announced he would not run for office. Texas state senator Kel Seliger will not run again Kevin Sparks is an oil and gas businessman …
Texas law firm sues Snapchat owner after teacher arrested for ‘indecency with child’
A Houston law firm’s client is trying to hold Snapchat’s owner responsible for the seduction of a minor by a high school teacher, according to a lawsuit in federal court. Derek Merman of the law firm Heard Merman is representing the boy in federal court. Snap Inc., the company controlling the social media app Snapchat, …
Texas Community Bancshares, Inc. Announces Addition of Four New Board Members
Mineola, Texas, February 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Texas Community Bancshares, Inc. (the “Company”), the holding company of Mineola Community Bank, SSB (the “Bank”), today announced the recent addition of four new members to the Boards of administration of the Company and the Bank. New members bring diverse expertise and knowledge to an already experienced board …
Red Wolves drop out of fierce contest in Texas state
Next game: at UT Arlington 02/26/2022 | 2:00 p.m. ESPN+ 95.3 The Ticket February 26 (Saturday) / 2:00 p.m. at UT Arlington SAN MARCOS, Texas (2/24/22) – Facing a 12-point fourth-quarter deficit on the road at Texas State, the Arkansas State women’s basketball team cut it to four, but couldn’t …
Texas Community Bancshares, Inc. Announces Addition of Four New Board Members |
Mineola, Texas, February 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Texas Community Bancshares, Inc. (the “Company”), the holding company of Mineola Community Bank, SSB (the “Bank”), today announced the recent addition of four new members to the Boards of administration of the Company and the Bank. New members bring diverse expertise and knowledge to an already experienced board …
Texas law firm agrees to review Oklahoma death penalty case
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A Texas law firm partner said Tuesday that at least 20 attorneys are ready to review the case of an Oklahoma death row inmate who has long maintained his innocence in the murder. in 1997 from a motel owner in Oklahoma City. Stan Perry, a Houston-based attorney for ReedSmith, said his …
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Central Texas rural community plans to purchase 4th ambulance
CAMERON, Texas (KWTX) – Milam County leaders are working on a plan to purchase an emergency response vehicle that will provide supplemental medical response to county residents. There are currently only three ambulances, under contract with American Medical Response Incorporated (AMR), to serve all of Milam County. “There are times when we need a fourth …
Shockers Tangle with Texas State on Thursday
History links Wichita State (0-4, 0-0 American) at Texas State (3-1, 0-0 Sun Belt)Thursday February 24 | 4:00 p.m. | San Marcos, TX (Bobcat Ballpark)Television: None | Radio: KFH 97.5FM/1240AMHPR Robert Cranz (0-0, 0.00) v RHP Trevis Sundgren (0-0, 9.00) SCENE SETTING: Wichita State continues its season-opening 12-game road momentum …
Civil rights attorney Lee Merritt is criticized for lacking a Texas law degree in his bid for attorney general
Sign up for The Brief, our daily newsletter that keeps readers up to date with the most essential news from Texas. Lee Merritt, a civil rights attorney who has made a name for himself nationally representing the families of victims of police brutality, is getting ahead of his race to become the top lawyer in …
Former Texas State Senator Kirk Watson mayor Austin race for
Subscribe to La Brèveour daily newsletter that keeps readers informed of the most important news from Texas. Former State Senator Kirk Watson, who was mayor of Austin from 1997 to 2001, announced Tuesday it was launching a bid for his old job. “It’s official, I’m running to be the next mayor of Austin!” said Watson …
El Paso Electric solicits proposals to expand Texas community solar generation with 10 MW facility
Posted on February 08, 2022 by Chris Galford © Shutterstock A new Request for Proposals (RFP) for a 10 MW utility-scale solar generation facility with an optional 3 MW battery energy storage system was issued by El Paso Electric (EPE) last week to expand EPE’s Texas Community Solar Program. While preferring Texas, proposals may be …
App State WBB wins big over Texas State, 73-55 | USS Sports
BOONE — Led by a career-high 25 points from Janay Sanders, App State clinched a third-place Sun Belt matchup on Saturday, Feb. 19 with a 73-55 win over Texas State. The Mountaineers (13-10, 7-3 SBC) improved on their best start to the league since joining the Sun Belt Conference in 2014, and they did so …
I Am Texas: Modern Day Tejanas
There is a scene in the biopic Selena where Edward James Olmos’ character Abraham Quintanilla discusses how exhausting it is to be a Mexican-American. He comments that we have to be twice as perfect for Anglo-Mexican cultures to be accepted. Yet, beyond the Anglo-Mexican culture, there is a culture that has survived for over 300 …
Houston falls to Texas State on Sunday
Next game: Northern Colorado 02/25/2022 | 3:30 p.m. February 25 (Friday) / 3:30 p.m. Northern Colorado Story HOUSTON− The Houston softball team lost to Texas State 8-2 in the final day and final game of the Houston Classic on Sunday afternoon. Right-handed pitcher Kenna Wilkey pitched 4.0 innings and recorded …
Youth Art Month 2022 | Bullock Texas State History Museum
Print the page The Bullock Museum is pleased to once again welcome artworks created by some of Texas’ most promising visual arts students. March is Youth Art Month, a nationally recognized program that emphasizes the value of arts education for all children, encourages support for quality school art programs, and promotes the importance of appreciating …
Texas community rallies after Special Olympics bikes stolen
LAKEWAY, Texas (KXAN) – Lakeway and Lake Travis ISD police are investigating the theft of a trailer full of bicycles used for the Special Olympics at Lake Travis Elementary School the day before the competition. Surveillance video shows a truck pulling up to the trailer full of bikes at Lake Travis Elementary School around 11:15 …
Cowgirls fall to Texas State, No. 1 Oklahoma at Houston Classic
Next game: Sam Houston 02/24/2022 | 6 p.m. 24 Feb. (Thu) / 6 p.m. Sam Houston Story HOUSTON — McNeese Softball closed play in the Houston Classic on Saturday afternoon, losing a 5-3 decision to Texas State, followed by an 11-0 loss to No. 1-ranked Oklahoma “If we are a …
Cowgirls take on No. 1 Oklahoma, Houston and Texas State at Houston Classic
History links Tournament details: Houston Classic Dated: February 18-19 Location: Cougar Softball Stadium Friday February 18 12 p.m. vs. #1 Oklahoma look | Live statistics 6 p.m. vs. Houston look | Live statistics Saturday February 19 10 a.m. vs. Texas State look 12:20 #1 Oklahoma look | Live statistics LAKE …
Will Paxton lose his Texas law degree?
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton may have crossed an ethical line after he urged members of the public to pressure the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals to rule in his favor. Micheal Shirk, a retired Austin attorney, caught wind of what Paxton was doing and filed a lawsuit with the Texas State Bar. Paxton’s action …
Teaching Christ through the Black Experience
Print the page Reverend Dr. Marvin Griffin’s civil rights activism was grounded in the Christian gospel. As pastor of New Hope Baptist Church of Waco (1951-1969) and Ebenezer Baptist Church of Austin (1969-2011), he preached the importance of social justice and fought for racial and economic equality. The black churches’ deep connection to the community …
The State of Texas to Develop New Data Science Degree Program
Texas State University will develop and deliver a new data science degree program in partnership with Sam Houston State University. The State of Texas recently announced that it had received $1.5 million from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Council to expand the program. The university said many industries in Texas and across the country are …
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The Central Texas community mourns the loss of historic journalist Roscoe Harrison Jr.
KILLEEN, Texas (KWTX) – Roscoe Harrison Jr., who died Sunday, Feb. 6, is being hailed for leaving a historic legacy in his central Texas community. Harrison was born in 1944 in Belton where he eventually attended Harris High School, an all-black high school. After graduating, he attended Prairie View A&M and the University of Mary …
Federal judge blocks Texas law barring election officials from promoting mail-in voting
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (Nexstar) — A provision of Texas Election Law that penalizes and prohibits election officials and workers from encouraging voters to request mail-in voting was temporarily blocked by a federal judge Friday night. A U.S. District Court judge in San Antonio heard challenges to that provision of Senate Bill 1 on Friday morning. …
Texas law drops abortions by 60% as people seek care in other states | Texas
Abortions performed by registered providers in Texas fell 60% in the first month after the state passed the most restrictive abortion law in the United States in decades, new figures show. Nearly 2,200 abortions were reported by Texas providers in September after a new law went into effect banning the procedure once heart activity is …
Drugs, guns and cash seized as central Texas law enforcement round up suspected gang members | Local Crime News
A two-week federal, state and local law enforcement operation resulted in 250 arrests, including 201 suspected criminals, and the seizure of weapons, drugs and cash, officials said Wednesday during a joint press conference. During the seven-agency effort known as Operation Washout 2.0, officials served 162 felony warrants, including a Falls County murder warrant, and seized …
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Szeryk and Tyree head to Texas State Invitational
KYLE, Texas – Texas A&M golfers Brooke Tyree and Ellie Szeryk are scheduled to compete in the Texas State Invitational as individuals at the 6,285-yard, par-72 Plum Creek Golf Club on Feb. 7-8. Who is in competition? Tyree and Szeryk will represent the Aggies in the tournament. Tyree won the 93rd Louisiana Women’s Golf Amateur …
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East Texas community comes together to save 102-year-old theater
MINEOLA, Texas (KLTV) – An east Texas community is coming together in a bid to save a piece of its downtown’s history. In Mineola, the 102-year-old Lake Country Playhouse Historic Select Theater is in desperate need of repairs. For over 100 years, the old theater has been an exciting destination for generations. “He’s been an …
Chants Fall Late 69-64 at Texas State
History links Next game: state of georgia 02/10/2022 | 7 p.m. ET Feb. 10 (Thu) / 7 p.m. ET state of georgia SAN MARCOS, TX – Vince Cole scored 14 points, all in the second half, and rookie Josh Uduje added 12, but …
El Paso Electric seeks to expand grassroots Texas community solar program by issuing request for proposal
EL PASO, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–El Paso Electric (EPE) is issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services for a 10-megawatt (MW) utility-scale solar power generation facility ) coupled with an optional 3 MW battery energy storage system. This RFP is for the expansion of EPE’s existing fully subscribed community solar program …
Looking Ahead: Building Music into Our Future: Hillviews Magazine: Texas State University
The School of Music’s impact extends beyond the San Marcos campus with community outreach programs that include children’s musical ensembles such as the Texas State String Project, Hill Country Youth Chorus, Mariachi Infantil and the FunKey Piano Project. Public events include the International Piano Festival, the Eddie Durham Jazz Festival and the Feria del Mariachi. …
After Texas disaster, community and industry come together to transform water infrastructure
Dell Doyle, PhD Posted 8 hours ago. About 5 minutes to read. Image: Dow Sponsored Content / This article is sponsored by Dow. Disasters such as the aftermath of the February 2021 ice storm that left millions of Texans without running water have laid bare the urgent need for updated utility infrastructure across the United …
East Texas Community Aid Centers Brace for Freezing Temperatures
Rick Gambol, administrator of the Heights of Tyler nursing home, says his staff learned a lot from last February’s freeze. TYLER, Texas – Tammy Prater, executive director of the American Red Cross serving East Texas, remembers the last frost in February. “It was very difficult to get calls from people who were cold and hungry …