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Dallas Local News
More than 140 scholarships to be awarded to graduating seniors in Dallas this week for Texas FFA State Convention
Dallas, Texas – Thousands of high school students have gathered this week in Dallas for the notable 95th Texas FFA State Convention. This grand annual assembly, held in the acclaimed Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, provides a comprehensive platform to reflect upon the critical role of agriculture in addressing a…
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Texas News
The National Rifle Association is not moving its headquarters in North Texas. At least for now.
Dallas, Texas – In a surge of community activism on Monday evening, numerous Richardson residents and local anti-gun violence entities convened at the municipal city council assembly. Their collective purpose: to vocalize resistance against the possibility of the National Rifle Association (NRA) relocating its central base of operations from Fairfax,…
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Education
Out-of-state students face higher tuition as appeals court supports Texas University’s policy
Denton, Texas – In a landmark decision on Monday, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals permitted the University of North Texas to persist in levying higher tuition charges on American citizens hailing from out-of-state than on undocumented students residing in Texas. This ruling counters a federal district court decision…
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Community
Financial struggles force The Uvalde Foundation For Kids to cease operations
Dallas, Texas – In the aftermath of the heartrending incident of school violence that occurred in Uvalde, Texas, in May 2022, a benevolent entity surfaced under the moniker of The Uvalde Foundation For Kids. Financial struggles force the Uvalde Foundation For Kids to cease operations As a 501c3 nonprofit, this…
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Dallas Local News
Dallas takes action against extreme heat: Mapping hottest neighborhoods
Dallas, Texas – Amid the escalating concerns of climate change, the lethal menace of extreme heat claims more lives in America annually than any other weather-induced phenomenon. It is in light of this devastating reality that a collaborative initiative has been forged between climate scientists and the municipal authorities of…
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Dallas Local News
Texas secures $60.6 million federal grant to strengthen power grid infrastructure
Dallas, Texas – In a bid to bolster the robustness of Texas’ electricity infrastructure, the federal government has pledged $60.6 million in funding to the Texas Division of Emergency Management. The announcement, made on Thursday by the U.S. Department of Energy, positions Texas’ power grid for enhanced resilience against extreme…
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Texas News
Armed robbery in Plano: Woman arrested, male suspect still on the run
PLANO, Texas — In the wake of an audacious armed robbery in Plano, local law enforcement authorities have apprehended a female accomplice, while her male co-conspirator remains elusive. Plano Police Department asked residents to stay in their homes Thursday night The Plano Police Department, in response to this developing situation,…
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Education
Frisco school zones undergo major changes for the upcoming academic year
Frisco, Texas – In a bid to effectuate meaningful alterations to school zone regulations, the Frisco Independent School District’s (FISD) low-velocity zones will undergo significant transformation as the new academic year commences in August. Frisco school zones undergo major changes for the upcoming academic year On July 3rd, Frisco City…
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Community
Plano Police and Fire-Rescue Departments go head-to-head in 19th annual Battle of the Badges blood drive
Plano, Texas – The prestigious “Battle of the Badges,” now marking its 19th annual recurrence, has once again stirred the civic spirit within the Plano Police and Plano Fire-Rescue departments. As these gallant entities jostle for the cherished right to claim superiority, they simultaneously participate in an enterprise of lifesaving…
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Texas News
Mesquite Police and Fire help residents Celebrate Safely over 4th of July weekend
Mesquite, Texas – Over the weekend leading up to Independence Day and the holiday itself, the City of Mesquite Police and Fire Department proactively helped residents enjoy safe celebrations by conducting specialized patrols regarding illegal fireworks and Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) concerns. Patrols were dispatched to areas with historically high…
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Dallas Local News
Viral TikTok video propels local author’s book to No. 1 best seller
Dallas, Texas — Mark this story as a standout in the annals of touching human interaction. A video clip that is currently spreading like wildfire across the TikTok platform serves as an eloquent testament to the transformative power inherent in a simple gesture of benevolence. This digital record bears witness…
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Fort Worth Local News
Questions surround fatal shooting by Fort Worth Police during illegal fireworks call
FORT WORTH, Texas – In a sudden and violent incident that interrupted the tranquility of a late-night block party, two men were fatally shot by law enforcement officers in Fort Worth, amidst an investigation into illicit fireworks activities. Fort Worth Police shot two people dead while investigating a scene following…
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Texas News
Mark Your Calendars: H-E-B’s McKinney location to open on July 19
McKinney, Texas – In an exciting revelation, representatives from H-E-B, the illustrious grocery retailer, declared on July 5th that their much-anticipated branch in west McKinney will commence operations from 6 a.m., July 19. The location, which can be found on the intersection of 8700 Eldorado Parkway and Custer Road, is…
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Dallas Local News
Act now: Dallas Animal Services faces overcrowding, pets available for free adoption
Dallas, Texas – In an unexpected move to alleviate its overburdened facilities, Dallas Animal Services is extending an invitation to the public for fee-waived adoptions until further notice, a demonstration of the agency’s urgent plea for help in managing the rising animal population. Dallas Animal Services will spay or neuter,…
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Education
Arlington ISD is opening a special transfer window; students can easily transfer in from outside the district
Arlington, Texas – The Arlington Independent School District (AISD) is initiating a distinctive transfer window, launching at 9 a.m. on Thursday, July 6. This unique opportunity will endure until Thursday, July 20, providing a brief yet significant period for change. Non-Arlington ISD students can easily transfer in, while Arlington ISD…
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Fort Worth Local News
City of Fort Worth sees lower rate of gun-related crimes in comparison to previous years, according to Fort Worth PD
Fort Worth, Texas – In the wake of a spate of recent shootings, anxiety is escalating among the citizens and administrators of Fort Worth. The last week bore witness to a couple of incidents, with tragic casualties that have stoked an unease. Several shooting and crime incident occurred in Fort…
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Texas News
Escape the heat without breaking the bank: Texas Utility Help offers assistance for low-income households
Dallas, Texas – As the mercury surges to triple digits in the Lone Star State, Texans are resorting to air conditioning as a means to ensure their well-being. This increase in consumption is set to have a palpable impact on their energy bills, potentially leaving bank accounts desiccated. However, a…
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Dallas Local News
City of Lewisville unites nonprofits to enhance access to social services
Lewisville, Texas – In an innovative move designed to streamline access to social services for its citizens, the City of Lewisville is orchestrating an alliance among several nonprofit organizations. The joint venture, named Serve Lewisville, will see these groups coalesce under a single roof, significantly simplifying the process for those…
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Texas News
El Paso shooter Patrick Crusius faces sentencing: Hate crime, weapons charges, and impact on victims
El Paso, Texas – In the context of a grave event that shook the core of the border city of El Paso in 2019, Patrick Crusius, a 24-year-old white male from Texas, will reappear in the courtroom this Wednesday for his sentencing. Crusius infamously embarked on a mass shooting spree…
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Fort Worth Local News
Fort Worth officials allocate American Rescue Plan funds to connect Downtown to Butler Place for economic recovery
Fort Worth, Texas – Amidst a meticulous allocation of the remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds, officials from Fort Worth are devising a strategy to conjoin downtown and Butler Place’s site, a previously uninhabited public housing estate. Fort Worth City Council approved funds from the remaining $7.6 million of the…
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Community
Arlington based nonprofit is trying to help children who are considered food insecure and depend on school breakfast and lunch for nutrition
Arlington, Texas – In the sprawling expanse of the Dallas metropolitan area, a somber statistic prevails – an alarming 700,000 families are grappling with food insecurity, as per the latest data from United Way Metropolitan Dallas. The issue turns critical during school vacations when sustenance from school-provided breakfast and lunch…
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