News

Make Your Home New Again: Seven Backyard Improvements That Make a Difference

News Staff

Thu, 11/09/2023 - 05:00

The housing market always has its ups and downs, and home renovations appear to be hitting some record highs in the last few years.

Homeless Youth and Suicide

News Staff

Thu, 11/09/2023 - 05:00

For many of us, November is the month of Thanksgiving and the beginning of the holiday season. It is a time when people gather with family and friends to express gratitude and appreciation for the good things in their lives.

BBB Tip: Beware of an Increase in Travel Scams During the Holidays

News Staff

Thu, 11/09/2023 - 05:00

Every year, consumer reports to Better Business Bureau (BBB) focused on travel, vacation, or timeshare scams significantly increase during three times of the year – in March during spring break, in July and August during the latter half of summer break, and in December during the holiday traveling...

15 Tips to Prepare Your Garden for Winter

News Staff

Thu, 11/09/2023 - 05:00

As colder weather starts to visit regions of the state, Texans need to prepare their gardens and yards. A good rule of “green” thumb is the farther north you live in the state, the sooner you need to start preparing.

OUTDOORS

News Staff

Thu, 11/09/2023 - 05:00

WITH LUKE CLAYTON This Saturday marked the opening day of deer season! Of course, we bow hunters have had the opportunity to hunt for over a month now and, on some ranches under Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) management plans, hunting with any legal means is allowed beginning with archery season.

FINANCIAL FOCUS

News Staff

Thu, 11/09/2023 - 05:00

As you go through life, you’ll have various financial goals — and to achieve them, you’ll need to invest. But just recognizing the need to invest is not as useful as matching specific types of accounts or investments with specific goals. How can you make these connections?

Quail Populations Recovering, Strongest in Years

News Staff

Thu, 11/09/2023 - 05:00

Texas quail hunting season opened Oct. 28, and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) surveys indicate an increased number of bobwhite and scaled quail in the field thanks to a combination of cooler temperatures and spring rainfall during the start of nesting season.

Applications Open for Texas Game Warden, State Park Police Cadet Class

News Staff

Thu, 11/09/2023 - 05:00

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has opened applications for the 67th Texas Game Warden and State Park Police Cadet class, aimed at those interested in joining the next generation of elite state law enforcement officers.

STARNow On-Demand Public Transit Available Saturdays in Terrell Starting Nov. 11

News Staff

Thu, 11/09/2023 - 05:00

STAR Transit will offer STARNow service on Saturdays in Terrell beginning November 11. The addition of Saturday service provides riders greater flexibility to access safe, affordable, and convenient public transit across the city.

Kohl’s Department Store Scheduled to Open Friday November 3rd

News Staff

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 05:00

The 55,000 square foot store will feature Kohl’s refreshed, modernized design which will deliver discovery, inspiration and convenience to customers. It will feature a Sephora at Kohl’s and an active section, highlighting national brand favorites like Nike, Under Armour, adidas, and Champion.