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Stacker compiled a list of the counties with highest COVID-19 vaccination rates in Texas using data from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services and Covid Act Now. Counties are ranked by the highest vaccination rate as of Aug. 4, 2022. Due to inconsistencies in reporting, some counties do not have vaccination data available. Keep reading to see whether your county ranks among the highest COVID-19 vaccination rates in your state. | 2022-08-08T15:57:37Z | cw33.com | Counties with the highest COVID-19 vaccination rate in Texas | https://cw33.com/news/local/counties-with-the-highest-covid-19-vaccination-rate-in-texas-2/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/counties-with-the-highest-covid-19-vaccination-rate-in-texas-2/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — It may not be a double-digit million-dollar jackpot but it sure beats not winning a single dime that’s for sure!
The Texas Lottery reports a $10,000 winning Mega Millions ticket was sold somewhere in Texas; that ticket matched four of the five winning numbers along with the Mega Ball. Those winning numbers for the Aug. 5 drawing were 2, 5, 29, 64 and 69 with the Mega Ball, 18.
The chance grows for the Mega Millions jackpot to grow to what it once was earlier in the summer as the $36 million jackpot rolls on to $52 million for the Aug. 9 drawing. That jackpot has a cash value of $30.2 million.
The lottery says, “There were no Mega Millions jackpot or 2nd prize winners in Texas for drawing on 08/05/2022.” In total there were over 42,000 winners throughout the Lone Star State that won at least $2 and as much as $10,000. | 2022-08-08T15:58:07Z | cw33.com | $10,000 winning Mega Millions ticket sold somewhere in Texas | https://cw33.com/news/texas/10000-winning-mega-millions-ticket-sold-somewhere-in-texas/ | https://cw33.com/news/texas/10000-winning-mega-millions-ticket-sold-somewhere-in-texas/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Arlington Municipal Court wants to help people with outstanding traffic tickets or any other Class C violations that don’t have the financial means to get them resolved.
On Wednesday, Aug. 31, city officials are hosting a one-day, walk-in event where people can get the help they need to overcome any barriers preventing them from resolving their citations.
“We hope people take advantage of this one-day opportunity to resolve their outstanding warrants, without fear of arrest, and to connect with some outstanding resources available throughout our city and county that can make a real difference in their lives,” Associate Municipal Judge Danielle Dulaney said on City of Arlington’s website.
The event will be held from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the East Library and Recreation Center, 1817 New York Ave. Here are some of the government and non-profit companies that will be on-site to provide assistance:
Mission Arlington
Destiny Empowerment Enterprises
Via Rideshare
The Arlington Public Library
The Arlington Housing Authority | 2022-08-08T20:09:39Z | cw33.com | Arlington Municipal Court offering walk-in event to help people resolve Class C violations | https://cw33.com/news/local/arlington-municipal-court-offering-walk-in-event-to-help-people-resolve-class-c-violations/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/arlington-municipal-court-offering-walk-in-event-to-help-people-resolve-class-c-violations/ |
America’s Team wants its fans to mark their calendars in order to know when it’s time to join the team for its offseason festivities as it’s set to host them during practices at The Star in Frisco.
The team tweeted, “Mark your calendars for Training Camp presented by @AmericanAir at @thestarinfrisco! Join us for back-to-back nights of #CowboysCamp, Opening Ceremony, DCC performances & more!”
From August 23-24 for free at the Ford Center, you’ll be able to attend open practices on back-to-back nights in the heart of Frisco. Here’s what you need to know:
Festivities begin at 4:00 p.m. on Tostitos Championship Plaza with a performance by the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, live DJ and Host, Rowdy, interactive games, giveaways and more on Tostitos Championship Plaza.
Doors to Ford Center will be open to the public starting at 4:45 p.m.
Cowboys Night will be broadcast live from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on TXA 21
Open practice begins at 6 p.m. | 2022-08-08T20:09:51Z | cw33.com | Dallas Cowboys to host fans at The Star for training camp practices in late August | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-cowboys-to-host-fans-at-the-star-for-training-camp-practices-in-late-august/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-cowboys-to-host-fans-at-the-star-for-training-camp-practices-in-late-august/ |
Lotto Texas jackpot rolls on as 5 $12,062 winning tickets sold across Texas
DALLAS (KDAF) — Well, the $9.25 million jackpot from the Texas Lottery game Lotto Texas rolls onto Monday night’s drawing with a jackpot of $9.5 million (cash value of $6.22 million).
But the August 6 drawing wasn’t short of winners; five $12,062 tickets were sold across Texas those five were of the 12 winners who got five of the six winning numbers correct to win $2,062 each.
The winning numbers for this drawing were 4, 8, 21, 28, 31, and 53. The next drawing is set for August 8. In total, there were over 46,000 winners from the past drawing who won at least $2 and as much as $12,062. | 2022-08-08T20:11:29Z | cw33.com | Lotto Texas jackpot rolls on as 5 $12,062 winning tickets sold across Texas | https://cw33.com/news/texas/lotto-texas-jackpot-rolls-on-as-5-12062-winning-tickets-sold-across-texas/ | https://cw33.com/news/texas/lotto-texas-jackpot-rolls-on-as-5-12062-winning-tickets-sold-across-texas/ |
Newborn baby sleep at first days of life. Portrait of new born child boy one week old sleeping peacefully with a cute soft toy in crib in cloth background.
DALLAS (KDAF) — Having a child should be a joyous moment in someone’s life, but unfortunately, there are many things that add stress to childbirth.
From the cost of giving birth to the bodily risk from childbirth, it’s important to have a strong support system during this process.
WalletHub has released a new study looking at which states are the best and worst states to have a child in 2022. They compared all 50 states including Washington D.C. across more than 30 statistics measuring a state’s baby-and-family-friendliness.
Where did the Lone Star State rank (with 1 being the best and 51 being the worst)? According to the survey, Texas ranked 38th overall, citing a low number of child-care centers per capita, a relatively high annual cost of early child care, and a low number of pediatricians and family medicine physicians per capita.
Here’s how Texas ranked across some important metrics:
Here are the best places to give birth in America in 2022: | 2022-08-08T20:11:35Z | cw33.com | Study says these are the best and worst states to have a baby; where does TX rank? | https://cw33.com/news/texas/study-these-are-the-best-worst-states-to-have-a-baby-where-does-texas-rank/ | https://cw33.com/news/texas/study-these-are-the-best-worst-states-to-have-a-baby-where-does-texas-rank/ |
Here’s when South Korean pop group Kard will be performing in Dallas during its North American tour
DALLAS (KDAF) — South Korean music group Kard will be touring North America this month and they’re making a stop in Dallas.
Formed by DSP Media back in 2016, this co-ed music group delivers a blend of hard-edged pop with electronic trap, moombahton and hip hop. The group is made up of rappers J. Seph and BM, and vocalists Jiwoo Jean and Somin Jean.
They will be performing at the Majestic Theatre in Dallas on Aug. 30. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Get your tickets by clicking here. | 2022-08-09T17:44:45Z | cw33.com | Here's when South Korean pop group Kard will be performing in Dallas during its North American tour | https://cw33.com/news/local/heres-when-south-korean-pop-group-kard-will-be-performing-in-dallas-during-its-north-american-tour/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/heres-when-south-korean-pop-group-kard-will-be-performing-in-dallas-during-its-north-american-tour/ |
Photo courtesy City of Arlington
City of Arlington to partner with nonprofit Taste Project to open a pay-what-you-can community restaurant
ARLINGTON, Tx (KDAF) — A new community restaurant addressing food insecurity is coming to Arlington.
In 2017, the nonprofit Taste Project and the City of Fort Worth partnered up to open the Taste Community Restaurant on the premise that people in need could get the food they needed by paying the amount they could afford. Since its opening, the restaurant has served more than 125,000 diners.
“Eating at Taste Community Restaurant is one of the highlights of my week,” Monette, a regular guest at Taste Community Restaurant in Fort Worth, said in a news release. “I never have to worry if my budget is short that week. I am very appreciative and grateful for the service and the menu provided by the wonderful staff.”
Now the City of Arlington is joining forces with the nonprofit to open a second community restaurant in Downtown Arlington, located on Cooper Street north of UT Arlington. The location is expected to open by early 2024.
Taste Community Restaurants have no listed menu prices for their meals, which are produced from local, seasonal ingredients. They just ask diners to pay what they can afford, what they would typically pay, or what they can afford plus a little extra to help another diner out.
Taste Project also offers a farm and garden program and culinary job training programs to give paid work experience to low-income adults and adults with barriers to employment.
City Council approved a 10-year lease agreement with Taste Project for the restaurant location, which is going to be located at the building formerly used by the Water Utilities Department and the Arlington Public Library.
Officials say the building will be renovated into a 100-plus full-service restaurant with a production kitchen, classroom and headquarter office.
For more information, visit arlingtontx.gov. | 2022-08-09T18:00:37Z | cw33.com | City of Arlington to partner with nonprofit Taste Project to open a pay-what-you-can community restaurant | https://cw33.com/news/local/city-of-arlington-to-partner-with-nonprofit-taste-project-to-open-a-pay-what-you-can-community-restaurant/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/city-of-arlington-to-partner-with-nonprofit-taste-project-to-open-a-pay-what-you-can-community-restaurant/ |
Report says these are the 10 best books about the Lone Star State
DALLAS (KDAF) — Books are one of the great ways to internalize some key knowledge about almost anything in the world we call home, and if you call Texas home, why not read about the Lone Star State?
So, why the talk about books? Well, Tuesday, August 9 is National Book Lovers Day! NationalToday says, “Books, books, and more books! Traditions for the day are all about books! Some of the many traditions of National Book Lovers Day include taking advantage of the great discounts on paperbacks, having a book haul, starting a new book, reading a new genre, donating books, encouraging others to read, and reading a book adaption of a movie you like.”
In order to help Texans and those curious about the Lone Star State, we checked out a report from Publishers Weekly that named the 10 best books about Texas. Here’s a list of the books they named:
The Son by Philipp Meyer
Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy
Lone Star: A History of Texas and the Texans by T.R. Fehrenbach
Big Wonderful Thing: A History of Texas by Stephen Harrigan
Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History by S. C. Gwynne
The Searchers by Alan Le May
The Evolution of a State, Or, Recollections of Old Texas Days by Noah Smithwick
Texian Illiad: A Military History of the Texas Revolution by Stephen L. Hardin
The Liars’ Club by Mary Karr
Chronicle of the Narvaez Expedition by Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca
For more about these books, check out the report by Publishers Weekly by clicking here. | 2022-08-09T18:02:52Z | cw33.com | Report says these are the 10 best books about the Lone Star State | https://cw33.com/news/texas/report-says-these-are-the-10-best-books-about-the-lone-star-state/ | https://cw33.com/news/texas/report-says-these-are-the-10-best-books-about-the-lone-star-state/ |
"Climatologically speaking, it gets cooler from here!"
DALLAS (KDAF) — There’s no second-guessing or questioning needed it’s been a hot summer in North Texas and the heat is continuing into August, but when will some cooler temperatures be in the forecast?
NWS Fort Worth says, “Climatologically speaking, it gets cooler from here!” Basically, the average temp peak for the region takes place in early August, so, NTX could be on the downward slope toward cooler weather.
While that’s all fine and dandy, it’s also no secret NTX is in need of some rain as NWS Fort Worth says, “DFW Airport hasn’t recorded measurable rainfall since June 3. The current dry spell is the 2nd longest on record.” | 2022-08-09T21:56:52Z | cw33.com | Cooler temperatures are on the way for North Texas 'climatologically speaking' NWS Fort Worth says | https://cw33.com/news/local/cooler-temperatures-are-on-the-way-for-north-texas-climatologically-speaking-nws-fort-worth-says/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/cooler-temperatures-are-on-the-way-for-north-texas-climatologically-speaking-nws-fort-worth-says/ |
PHOTOS: Ready for fried food heaven? Top 10 foods for 2022 State Fair of Texas season
DALLAS (KDAF) — Read this next sentence in sing-song for the best reading experience. It’s the final countdown! The State Fair of Texas is within reach and fair season is unlike any other in the Lone Star State.
Food is at the forefront of what makes the State Fair of Texas different and better than any other fair in the country. Now, in early August, the fair is presenting its finalists for the 18th Annual Big Tex Choice Awards.
The fair said, “On Sunday, August 28, three winners will be crowned in the categories of: “Best Taste – Savory,” “Best Taste – Sweet,” and “Most Creative.” The competition began in early July with an impressive 51 entries represented by 36 concessionaires. Of those entries, 36 were selected as semi-finalists. Each entry was evaluated on four Fair-food elements: uniqueness, creativity, presentation, and taste. After some tasty tests and delicious dishes, votes were cast and the results are finally in!”
From the Best Taste – Savory category:
From the Best Taste – Sweet category:
Deep Fried Rocky Road with Blue Bell Ice Cream® | 2022-08-10T15:29:08Z | cw33.com | PHOTOS: Ready for fried food heaven? Top 10 foods for 2022 State Fair of Texas season | https://cw33.com/lifestyle/food-and-drink/photos-ready-for-fried-food-heaven-top-10-foods-for-2022-state-fair-of-texas-season/ | https://cw33.com/lifestyle/food-and-drink/photos-ready-for-fried-food-heaven-top-10-foods-for-2022-state-fair-of-texas-season/ |
Little kids schoolchildren pupils students running hurrying to the school building for classes lessons from to the school bus. Welcome back to school. The new academic semester year start
DALLAS (KDAF) — If you have TikTok, you’ve probably heard the famous rap on the social media platform “My money don’t jiggle jiggle; it folds.”
Well, here is the remix you didn’t know you needed. John F. Peeler Elementary has dropped an official rap song and music video on the school’s YouTube page titled “Dream in Gold.” The video, with more than 1,500 views features the school’s principal Tito Salas performing the rap, sometimes in a pirate getup.
The song is a take on the catchy TikTok riff with bars like “My Pirates don’t dribble dribble; they score.” and “Six times two in the math class; you must pass.”
Mr. Salas finishes out the music video with an optimistic look forward to the new school year.
“John F. Peeler Elementary school, to all my pirates, staff and students, I’m looking forward to another one. Let’s make it a great school year. Or not, the choice is yours,” Mr. Salas said in the music video.
To watch the music video yourself, click here. | 2022-08-10T21:05:21Z | cw33.com | Oak Cliff elementary school makes back-to-school rap video set to viral TikTok song | https://cw33.com/news/local/oak-cliff-elementary-school-makes-back-to-school-rap-video-set-to-viral-tiktok-song/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/oak-cliff-elementary-school-makes-back-to-school-rap-video-set-to-viral-tiktok-song/ |
$30,000 & $10,000 winning Mega Millions tickets sold in Lone Star State
DALLAS (KDAF) — While the Mega Millions jackpot rolls on after no one in the US won the $52 million top prize, some Texans are sure to be celebrating some top-notch wins.
Sure, no one got in the seven-figure win column from the August 9 drawing but two Texas Lottery players did win some serious cash. The lottery reports a $30,000 and $10,000 winning ticket was sold in the Lone Star State.
Both of these tickets matched four of the five winning numbers along with the Mega Ball to win several-thousand dollar prizes. The $30K winning ticket player Megaplied their ticket to take it from $10K to $30K.
In total there were over 44,000 winners across Texas who won at least $2 and as much as $30K! The next Mega Millions drawing is set for August 12 with a jackpot of $65 million (cash value of $37.9 million). | 2022-08-10T21:06:41Z | cw33.com | $30,000 & $10,000 winning Mega Millions tickets sold in Lone Star State | https://cw33.com/news/texas/30000-10000-winning-mega-millions-tickets-sold-in-lone-star-state/ | https://cw33.com/news/texas/30000-10000-winning-mega-millions-tickets-sold-in-lone-star-state/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — The Powerball lottery game is among the most popular in the U.S. alongside Mega Millions and its popularity actually waxes and wanes like the moon. The small the jackpot, the less likely you’re playing the game, however, it indeed pays to play.
The Texas Lottery reports a $50,000 winning Powerball ticket was sold somewhere in the Lone Star State from the game’s drawing on August 8. That ticket matched four of the five winning numbers along with the Powerball to net the big prize.
There were no jackpot winners in Texas or across the country for that matter, which means the jackpot rolls on to $35 million (cash value of $20.6 million) for the August 10 drawing.
In total from the August 8 drawing, there were over 17,000 winners in Texas that won at least $4 and as much as $50K. | 2022-08-10T21:06:47Z | cw33.com | $50,000 winning Powerball lottery ticket sold in Texas | https://cw33.com/news/texas/50000-winning-powerball-lottery-ticket-sold-in-texas/ | https://cw33.com/news/texas/50000-winning-powerball-lottery-ticket-sold-in-texas/ |
WATCH: Actor Tommy Davidson talks career, comedy, book and North American tour
DALLAS (KDAF) — Actor, comedian and writer Tommy Davidson is going on tour!
Davidson is most known for his roles in movies and shows like In Living Color, Black Dynamite, and The Proud Family, but his career started as a comedian. He was a stand-up comedian in Washington D.C., making a name for himself and ultimately transitioning to acting.
That’s not all he can do, though. Tommy Davidson is also an author of the book Living in Color: What’s Funny About Me. The book is his memoir, telling the story of black excellence and sharing his perspective into making it in Hollywood.
He stopped by CW33’s studios and talked to Inside DFW host Jenny Anchondo. WATCH the video player for his interview. | 2022-08-11T17:26:35Z | cw33.com | Actor Tommy Davidson talks career, comedy, books and North American tour | https://cw33.com/news/inside-dfw/watch-actor-tommy-davidson-talks-career-comedy-book-and-north-american-tour/ | https://cw33.com/news/inside-dfw/watch-actor-tommy-davidson-talks-career-comedy-book-and-north-american-tour/ |
$25,000 winning Texas Lottery ticket sold in Fort Worth
DALLAS (KDAF) — So many people around North Texas scored some big wins on Wednesday as some rain finally made its way back into the region but that wasn’t the only big wins happening around town.
The Texas Lottery reports a $25,000 winning ticket was sold in good ole Cow Town from Wednesday night’s Cash Five drawing. The ticket matched all five of the winning numbers from the August 10 drawing, 3, 23, 25, 31 and 35.
It was sold at Duke’s on Boat Club Road in Fort Worth; the ticket was a Quick Pick according to the lottery. In total there were nearly 25,000 winners from this drawing; these players won at least a free Cash Five QP and as much as $25,000. | 2022-08-11T17:26:36Z | cw33.com | $25,000 winning Texas Lottery ticket sold in Fort Worth | https://cw33.com/news/local/25000-winning-texas-lottery-ticket-sold-in-fort-worth-2/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/25000-winning-texas-lottery-ticket-sold-in-fort-worth-2/ |
Dallas skyline at sunset under a clear blue sky.
DALLAS (KDAF) — Office Space is a comedy movie that was released back in 1999. The film was shot in multiple Texas cities, including the DFW Metroplex and Austin.
If you ever watched the film, were you at any point thinking, ‘How much is it to lease that office space?’ Apparently, it’s a lot.
According to a new Premium Office Rents Around the World report from Point2, Dallas is one of the most expensive cities to lease office space in the country and the world.
The report says Dallas is the 10th priciest city for office space in the country, with premium offices leasing for $38 per square foot.
In comparison to the rest of the globe, Dallas ranked 32nd among the most expensive cities for office space, surpassing the major international cities like Seoul, South Korea; Istanbul, Turkey; or São Paulo, Brazil.
Here were the most expensive cities for office space in the world:
Manhattan, U.S.
San Francisco, U.S.
Bay Area, U.S.
For the full report, visit Point2. | 2022-08-11T17:26:36Z | cw33.com | Dallas is the 10th priciest place for office space in the country | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-is-the-10th-priciest-place-for-office-space-in-the-country/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-is-the-10th-priciest-place-for-office-space-in-the-country/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Whether you’re into classic 90s hip hop, the vibey 2010s, or even new school hip hop, there’s a place for you among this glorious holiday; especially in North Texas.
Drop the beat DJ because Thursday, August 11 is Hip Hop Day! NationalToday explains the journey that hip hop has taken from the streets to the extreme mainstream of music listening today, “Hip-hop has progressed from a street corner to one of the most important musical genres and cultural impacts in the world. Hip-hop, like any other style of music, has its roots in other forms, and its evolution was shaped by many different artists — but there’s a case to be made that it came to life precisely on August 11, 1973, on a birthday celebration in the recreation room of an apartment building in New York City’s west Bronx by D.J. Kool Herc, hip-hop’s founding father.”
Hmmm, what to do, what to do on this glorious holiday? We know! You need to check out some of the top hip hop clubs in Dallas; so, gather the squad, get a quick and responsible pre-game in, and hit the town!
We checked out Trip101’s list of the top 10 hip hop bars in Dallas!
Theory Nightclub Uptown
PrymeBar Dallas
Park Avenue Dallas
Lizard Lounge
Medusa Dallas
Trip101 also claims that Dallas is the hippest city in Texas; we don’t disagree! Click here to check out their list and more. | 2022-08-11T17:26:55Z | cw33.com | Is it party time yet? These are the top hip hop clubs to visit in Dallas | https://cw33.com/news/local/is-it-party-time-yet-these-are-the-top-hip-hop-clubs-to-visit-in-dallas/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/is-it-party-time-yet-these-are-the-top-hip-hop-clubs-to-visit-in-dallas/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — The Dallas Zoo is hosting opportunities for people on the autism spectrum or people with sensory sensitivities to enjoy a fun day at the Zoo.
These experiences are called Sensory Friendly Days and they allow people to explore the zoo without the noise, crowds and stimulation of a typical day at the zoo. There will also be fun and inclusive sensory-friendly activities developed by the Zoo and its partners for families to enjoy.
The next Sensory Friendly day is scheduled for Sept. 25 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Pre-registration is required, with tickets running about $10. These days are free for zoo members. Click here for more details. | 2022-08-11T20:20:37Z | cw33.com | Dallas Zoo hosts Sensory-Friendly Days for people on the autism spectrum & sensory sensitivities | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-zoo-hosts-sensory-friendly-days-for-people-on-the-autism-spectrum-sensory-sensitivities/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-zoo-hosts-sensory-friendly-days-for-people-on-the-autism-spectrum-sensory-sensitivities/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Going viral is a dream of many artists across the world these days whether it be on TikTok, Instagram, music streaming services like Apple Music or Spotify and even nationally televised talent shows like America’s Got Talent.
North Texas’ Drake Milligan is seeing his dreams come true in real-time not only on America’s Got Talent which is the nation’s biggest talent show televised on NBC, but also on iTunes Top 100 Country Songs. The singer-songwriter and actor has found himself in the show’s finals after an amazing semifinal performance this week.
Milligan tweeted, “I am absolutely blown away by all the love and support from you guys on @AGT last night! Y’all just brought #KissGoodbyeAllNight to the top of the @iTunes country chart! See you guys tonight for the results show!”
Born in DFW, Milligan is becoming a country music star in front of our very eyes and is even releasing his debut album this fall, fittingly called, Dallas/Fort Worth. He’s not stopping there, over the weekend he’ll be performing in Royse City at Southern Junction and in Katy at Mo’s Place on August 13.
He won’t be gone long though as he’s also set to perform at Billy Bob’s Texas in Fort Worth and then in San Antonio the day after on Sep. 23-24.
“We did it, guys! We made it to the @AGT finals. This was fan voted, so we truly couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you to every single one of you that voted or cranked up #KissGoodbyeAllNight after the show last night! Love y’all. #AGT,” the singer tweeted Wednesday night.
He got high praise from talent-finding extraordinaire and AGT judge, Simon Cowell, “It’s quite amazing to get your song to number 1 during @AGT and then come back and carry on the competition. You have my absolute respect @DrakeMilligan.”
Drake Milligan’s upcoming album
“It’s been a long time comin’! My debut album Dallas/Fort Worth will be available on September 15th! I am so proud of all 14 songs on this record and I can’t wait to share it with y’all. You can go ahead pre-save/pre-add it right now: https://bit.ly/3Qv5Jf1,” he tweeted on Aug. 8. | 2022-08-11T20:20:49Z | cw33.com | North Texas music artist dazzles America's Got Talent, topping country music charts & set to perform in 2 Texas cities this weekend | https://cw33.com/news/local/north-texas-music-artist-dazzles-americas-got-talent-topping-country-music-charts-set-to-perform-in-2-texas-cities-this-weekend/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/north-texas-music-artist-dazzles-americas-got-talent-topping-country-music-charts-set-to-perform-in-2-texas-cities-this-weekend/ |
New National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington to feature restored WWII-era plane
DALLAS (KDAF) — Anticipation builds for the opening of the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington and here’s some more exciting news. The museum will now feature a restored WWII-era plane.
The plane to be featured at the museum is the FM-2 Wildcat fighter. It is being restored by Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center’s restoration team to its 1942 condition. After its restoration, it will be loaned to the museum as the centerpiece of its Above & Beyond: Naval Aviation Gallery.
This plane was acquired from the bottom of Lake Michigan after pilot William Forbe’s routine training flight went awry, causing the plane to crash into the lake.
“Ensign Forbes, who is learning to fly the Wildcat, needs to land on the U.S.S. Sable and during a very cold December 1944 day, he hits the carrier deck of the Sable and skids off the side into the waters below. He manages to get out of the cockpit as the plane sinks to the bottom of the lake,” Rob Shenk, Chief Content Officer of the Museum, said in a news release on the City of Arlington’s website.
You can find more details about the exhibit by clicking here. The National Medal of Honor Museum is expected to open in 2024. | 2022-08-11T21:09:21Z | cw33.com | New National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington to feature restored WWII-era plane | https://cw33.com/news/local/new-national-medal-of-honor-museum-in-arlington-to-feature-restored-wwii-era-plane/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/new-national-medal-of-honor-museum-in-arlington-to-feature-restored-wwii-era-plane/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Living in a city whose economy doesn’t waver in the face of a pandemic or high gas prices is quite attractive if you’re looking to move or stay exactly where you are if you’re lucky enough to already reside within them.
Recently, SmartAsset released a study showcasing the cities with the most resilient economies in 2022 and multiple North Texas cities made the list. “Despite nationwide lockdowns and sudden economic instability unleashed early in the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. economy showed resiliency, roaring back in the months that followed. But inflation and a bear market are now presenting new challenges that are reshaping the concept of economic resiliency.”
The study found that small and mid-size cities rule when it comes to having a resilient economy; as well as housing in Texas cities is growing rapidly, “From 2010 to 2020, the number of housing units in Frisco, Texas grew by more than 76%, according to Census data. This marks the largest uptick in our study. Also ranking in our top 10, Pearland – just 15 miles south of Houston – saw a 41.28% increase in housing units over the same decade.”
Here’s where Texas cities landed among the top 50:
Frisco No. 2
Pearland No. 7
McKinney No. 16
Denton No. 20
Round Rock No. 26
Austin No. 27
Plano No. 31
Lewisville No. 41
Carrollton No. 43
Here’s what SmartAsset had to say about Frisco, “Frisco, Texas – which is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex – has the third-highest score for housing, fifth-best score for employment and 13th-best rating for social assistance & healthcare. The city of 188,000 people ranks first overall for 10-year housing unit growth (76.58%) and 10th-best for housing costs as a percentage of income (18.57%). Meanwhile, less than 1% of households (0.70%) rely on public assistance, which ranks third-lowest for that metric.”
For more from this study’s findings as well as more information like tips for navigating economic uncertainty, click here. | 2022-08-11T21:09:27Z | cw33.com | Study shows multiple North Texas cities among top in US with most resilient economies | https://cw33.com/news/local/study-shows-multiple-north-texas-cities-among-top-in-us-with-most-resilient-economies/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/study-shows-multiple-north-texas-cities-among-top-in-us-with-most-resilient-economies/ |
by: Leah Bolling, Julianna Russ, Avery Travis
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Twelve people will decide how much money Infowars host Alex Jones should pay the family of a victim killed in the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary school shooting.
The Austin-based conspiracy theorist and broadcaster had previously lost defamation cases and was found liable for damages after he said the shooting at Sandy Hook was a hoax.
On Dec. 14, 2012, a gunman killed 20 first-grade students and six staff members at the Connecticut school. On his media platforms, Jones later said he believed the shooting did happen, but he claimed he had the right to say it did not.
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The jury, chosen on Monday, has been tasked with calculating the amount of punitive damages Jones owes, as well as the amount of compensatory damages he must pay the parents of a child killed in the shooting for inflicting mental anguish.
The twelve jurors and their alternates were narrowed down from a panel of more than 100 people through a series of questions from attorneys for both Jones and the families.
Counsel on both sides acknowledged the “elephant in the room” — the highly-publicized nature of the case.
F. Andino Reyal, Jones’ attorney, asked the potential jurors to raise their hands if they had not heard of his client. Around 10 people raised their hands. Some jurors had personal connections to Jones; another said their family member had a “physical encounter” with someone from Infowars.
“Alex Jones is a very controversial figure,” Reynal later said about his client after explaining how important this case is to Jones and his company.
Jones did not appear in court Monday because, according to Reynal, he was dealing with medical issues.
“I’ve spoken with his doctors and made the decision that he shouldn’t be here. He has no obligation to be here. He wants to be here. If anybody has a problem with that, I need to hear about it now,” he told the jurors.
Wesley Ball, one of the attorneys for the family, told jurors their personal feelings about Jones may not disqualify them. He continually asked if the jurors could put away any strongly held beliefs or personal biases.
“It’s going to be difficult for you to sit in this proceeding, listen to what the judge’s charge and the evidence shows because of a deeply held personal belief?” he asked one.
Ball focused much of his questioning on how the jurors felt about awarding high amounts of damages.
Some jurors said they believed in protecting free speech and didn’t think they’d be able to put a price on how to punish it. One said they felt as if defamation cases were a “slippery slope.” Another said they were not in favor of awarding “ridiculous amounts of money that could never be paid back.”
Meanwhile, others said they believed in free speech, but speakers should be held accountable for what they say.
One potential juror asked, “What if you think the defendant should pay every cent that they have?”
Jones filed for bankruptcy protection for his company in April after losing the defamations lawsuits, and his trial was postponed for three months.
“We have less than $3 million cash, and we need that money” to operate, Jones told the Associated Press.
The Associated Press reported the attorneys for Sandy Hook families accused Jones of hiding millions of dollars in assets. Jones also faces separate defamation lawsuits in Connecticut related to his comments surrounding the Sandy Hook shooting.
After Monday’s jury selection, one of the family’s attorneys, Mark Bankston, told reporters his team was “looking forward” to telling their clients’ story.
Reynal called it an “important First Amendment case” and said he was “happy with the jury that was seated.”
When KXAN asked Reynal about whether Jones will be appearing at any point during the trial, he said it was “up the air at the moment.”
Opening statements for Jones’ trial begin at 9 a.m. Tuesday in the 459th District Court. According to the judge, the trial is expected to run through Aug. 5.
KXAN’s Leah Bolling contributed to this report. | 2022-08-12T14:59:36Z | cw33.com | Jury selected for Alex Jones’ defamation trial in Austin | CW33 Dallas / Ft. Worth | https://cw33.com/news/jury-selected-for-alex-jones-defamation-trial-in-austin/ | https://cw33.com/news/jury-selected-for-alex-jones-defamation-trial-in-austin/ |
Dunkin’ hosting grand opening for next-gen Fort Worth restaurant this weekend: Here’s what you need to know
FORT WORTH (KDAF) — A new next-generation Dunkin’ restaurant is coming to Fort Worth and they are inviting everyone to celebrate this weekend.
The new restaurant will be located at 76367 North Beach Street and Dunkin’ officials are inviting guests to its grand opening celebration on Saturday, Aug. 13 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Before the celebrations, at 5 a.m., the first 100 guests in the location’s drive-thru will receive Free Coffee For a Year Giveaways. From 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. the celebration will include Dunkin’-branded giveaways, Dunkin’s mascot (Cuppy), music and more.
At 10 a.m. there will be an official ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening by Dunkin’ franchisee Hank Huth. After the ceremony, Hank and the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation will present a check of $1,000 to The Help Center.
How do the giveaways work?
Those who receive the Free Coffee for a Year Giveaway will receive a coupon book containing four free medium hot or iced coffee coupons per month for 14 months. The coupons will only be accepted at the location where the coupon book was issued.
Here’s a sneak peek at what Dunkin’ Fans can expect from this new restaurant. | 2022-08-12T14:59:43Z | cw33.com | Dunkin' is hosting a grand opening for its next-gen Fort Worth restaurant this weekend; Here's what you need to know | https://cw33.com/news/local/dunkin-hosting-grand-opening-for-next-gen-fort-worth-restaurant-this-weekend-heres-what-you-need-to-know/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/dunkin-hosting-grand-opening-for-next-gen-fort-worth-restaurant-this-weekend-heres-what-you-need-to-know/ |
Rick and Morty-branded gummi worms? Yes, it’s real and for a limited time only
DALLAS (KDAF) — “The multiverse is a concept about which we know frightening little…” In a new installment in pop culture’s “multiverse” craze, the Trolli gummi worm brand is crossing over with the popular cartoon show Rick and Morty.
Trolli alongside Warner Bros. Consumer Products is releasing an exclusive collector pack series of Sour Brite Crawlers inspired by the Adult Swim Series Rick and Morty.
For a limited time, Trolli Sour Brite Crawlers will feature packaging with the Rick and Morty characters. The limited-edition packaging will be available only on Amazon. They will go on sale beginning Aug. 15, ahead of the premier of the sixth season of Rick and Morty, which airs on Sept. 6.
If you can’t wait until Aug. 15, you can pre-order the limited-edition packaging today. An eight-count variety pack will cost you a little more than $20. Click here for more product information. | 2022-08-12T15:25:48Z | cw33.com | Rick and Morty gummi worms? Yes, it's real and for a limited time only | https://cw33.com/news/rick-and-morty-branded-gummi-worms-yes-its-real-and-for-a-limited-time-only/ | https://cw33.com/news/rick-and-morty-branded-gummi-worms-yes-its-real-and-for-a-limited-time-only/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — More H-E-B is coming to North Texas!
Popular Texas grocery store chain H-E-B has announced plans to open a store in Mansfield. In a new release, the chain said the new store will be located at the corner of US 287 and Broad Street.
“For years our residents have asked for an H-E-B, and on behalf of the City Council, we are proud to welcome this economic driver and much-desired business to Mansfield,” Mansfield Mayor Michael Evans said in the release. “With our growing economy and invested community, Mansfield is the perfect home for the first H-E-B location in southeast Tarrant County and we are excited about the continued economic growth coming to our city and the entire southeast Tarrant County region.”
Officials say this is the first H-E-B store built in Tarrant County joining Central Market in Fort Worth. | 2022-08-12T17:45:37Z | cw33.com | H-E-B plans to open store in Mansfield | https://cw33.com/news/local/h-e-b-plans-to-open-store-in-mansfield/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/h-e-b-plans-to-open-store-in-mansfield/ |
Portrait of a lion
by: Elena Kadvany
Owner beware: Your pet mongoose is not welcome here.
Exotic animal ownership requires not only a willingness to care for unusual animals, but an understanding of the laws that regulate wildlife in particular states.
Laws vary widely across the country, but all are designed with the intent to protect public health and safety from animals considered to be inherently dangerous.
Banned animals range from the more obvious—lions, tigers, bears, wolves—to the obscure, such as mongooses (prohibited in Alabama) and the raccoon dog (banned in both South Dakota and Kentucky). Some regulations appear nonsensical: In Colorado, you can own a bison, but not a hedgehog. Bummer.
Some states have exceptions or require owners to obtain permits for particular animals, while a handful of states have no specific requirements for owning wild animals as pets. Many states are clear about the penalties for illegally owning exotic pets, which can range from fees to criminal charges.
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– Banned pets: mongoose, jackrabbit, moose, deer, elk, fox
Alabama has a long list of banned species: the mongoose, jackrabbit, moose, deer, elk, fox, walking catfish, piranha, raccoons from outside of the state, wild rabbits or hare, coyote, skunk, and wild turkey, among others. Alabama also explicitly prohibits the release of any turkey (wild or tame) or nutria (a species of large, aquatic rodent). Residents cannot own any protected wild bird or animal, except with written permission from a designated employee of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
– Banned pets: bears, monkeys, wolves, and other live game animals
Alaska is one of many states that regulate exotic animal ownership through permits. Bears, monkeys, wolves, and live game animals are banned. Alaska will not issue permits for the “capture, possession, import, or export of any game animal” for use as a pet. But some animals can be owned as pets, like reindeer, llamas, and one-humped camels (dromedaries), as long as they aren’t released into the wild. Some species can be temporarily released for the purpose of hunting or falcon training.
– Banned pets: jaguars, non-domestic canines, non-domestic felines, alligators, crocodiles, cobras, vipers
Don’t bring your jaguar to Arizona—the species is banned in the state, though Arizona does allow residents to own certain wild animals as pets as long as they obtain special licenses and permits.
– Banned pets: lion, tiger, bear, six or more bobcats, rabbits, quail, ape, baboon, macaque
If you own six or more bobcats, you’re out of luck in Arkansas. That specific amount of bobcats is prohibited, as are any lions, tigers, bears, rabbits, quails, apes, baboons, and macaques. Under certain conditions, however, wolves are allowed. People can legally own large carnivores only if they had the animal on or before the date the regulation went into effect—and even then, they must meet other requirements, including securing an annual permit for personal possession.
– Banned pets: wolverine, bighorn sheep, falcon
Wolverine, bighorn sheep, and shrews are some of the more unusual animals banned in the Golden State. California law calls out specific wild species that “pose a threat to native wildlife, the agriculture interests of the state or to public health or safety.”
– Banned pets: general wildlife, wildebeest, raccoon, hedgehog, monk parakeet
Colorado law notes that there is “growing interest in the private possession of live wildlife” but also “considerable confusion over the laws regarding such private possession.” The state generally bans owning any species of wildlife native to Colorado, as well as exotic animals. There are some exceptions, however. You can own up to six live native reptiles or amphibians as pets, except for specifically banned species. Falcons, hawks, and eagles are allowed for falconry purposes.
– Banned pets: lion, leopard, bobcat, wolf, bear, chimpanzee
Connecticut considers the following animals to be dangerous and, as such, prohibited: the lion, leopard, cheetah, jaguar, ocelot, jaguarundi cat, puma, lynx, bobcat, wolf, coyote, and any species of bear. Those found in violation of the law face a fine of up to $100 for each offense.
– Banned pets: general wildlife, non-native poisonous snakes
Delaware residents cannot own wildlife not native to or generally found in Delaware without a special permit. Non-native poisonous snakes are also specifically banned. Those who break the law face a fine of up to $500 and/or a prison sentence up to 30 days.
– Banned pets: chimpanzees, tigers, lions, crocodiles, jaguars, leopards, venomous reptiles
In 2011, a Florida woman and her boyfriend were sentenced to 12 years in prison after their Burmese python escaped from its cage and strangled the woman’s 2-year-old daughter to death. Venomous reptiles, as well as crocodiles, chimpanzees, tigers, lions, jaguars, and leopards are banned in the state. Some wild animals are allowed via special permit.
– Banned pets: kangaroo, monkey, fox, wolf, crocodile, alligator, cobra
In Georgia, specific animals are banned unless the owner gets a wild animal license or permit, and even that option is limited to certain groups—like those in the wholesale or retail wild animal business, those exhibiting wild animals to the public, and those using the animals for scientific or educational purposes. Animals including kangaroos, monkeys, foxes, wolves, crocodiles, alligators, and cobras are considered “inherently dangerous” to humans under state law.
– Banned pets: lion, leopard, cheetah, wolf, coyote, black bear, grizzly bear, brown bear
Hawaii explicitly bans the “uncontrolled” introduction of exotic animals, which present “serious danger to the agricultural, horticultural, and aquacultural industries, natural resources, and environment of Hawaii.” The law allows for an ad hoc panel made up of at least three people with expertise in vertebrate biology to determine if an animal should be added to the banned list.
– Banned pets: big cats, all non-native canidae species, primates
Idaho law prohibits any non-native animal that is determined to be “dangerous to the environment, livestock, agriculture, or wildlife of the state.” People can only own exotic animals with special permits. “Deleterious” animals include deer, wolves, cheetahs, jaguars, lions, tigers, sheep, and the European hedgehog (American hedgehogs welcome!), among others.
– Banned pets: big cat species, wolves, jaguars, poisonous life-threatening reptiles
Illinois prohibits the ownership of designated “dangerous” animals with special exceptions for zoos, federally licensed exhibits, circuses, scientific or educational institutions, research laboratories, veterinary hospitals, or animal refuges. The following animals are considered dangerous under state law: lion, tiger, leopard, ocelot, jaguar, cheetah, margay, mountain lion, lynx, bobcat, jaguarundi, bear, hyena, wolf, coyote, and any poisonous or life-threatening reptile. Violations of this law can result in a misdemeanor charge.
– Banned pets: beaver, coyote, raccoon, skunk, wolf, venomous reptiles
Without permits, people in Indiana cannot own the following: foxes, raccoons, skunks, wolves, bears, wild cats, venomous reptiles, or crocodiles. The permits cost $10 each. If an “emergency exists”—i.e. the animal is in the position to harm another animal—that permit can be suspended.
– Banned pets: wolf, hyena, leopard, bear, primate, crocodile, cobra, python
A cautionary tale for exotic animal owners: Last summer in Iowa, a 2-year-old girl was attacked by a pet wolf, sustaining injuries to her arm and hand. The wolf was later euthanized. Other prohibited animals include hyenas, leopards, bears, primates, crocodiles, cobras, and pythons. Those who own legal exotic animals in Iowa are subject to annual registration fees; a pet elephant, for example, will set you back $500 each year.
– Banned pets: lion, tiger, leopard, jaguar, bear, non-native venomous snake
Kansas bans large cats, bears, and non-native venomous snakes. Legal exotic pets come with stringent requirements, including registration fees, inspections, insurance coverage, and a “written recovery plan” in the event that the animal escapes.
– Banned pets: tiger, lion, bear, alligator, honey badger, raccoon dog
In Kentucky, “inherently dangerous” exotic animals—including primates, tigers, lions, bears, alligators, and honey badgers—are prohibited, unless they were owned before July 13, 2005, when the law was enacted. Other banned animals include weavers, flying foxes, jackrabbits, and raccoon dogs.
– Banned pets: bear, wolf, tiger, lion, leopard, jaguar, primate, fox
In the state of Louisiana, certain “potentially dangerous” quadrupeds, big exotic cats, and non-human primates are considered to pose “significant hazards to public safety and health” and are deemed “detrimental to the welfare of the animals.” The law warns that the “size and strength of such animals in concert with their natural and unpredictable and/or predatory nature can result in severe injury or death when an attack upon a human occurs.” Bears, wolves, non-human primates, and large exotic cats are not allowed—but with a permit, you can own a wolf/dog hybrid or venomous snake.
– Banned pets: bear, moose, wild turkey, deer, lion, cheetah, wolf, monkey, camel, alligator, monk parakeet, mute swan
In Maine, a permit is required to own most wild birds or animals. Several species are not allowed, however: bear, moose, wild turkey, deer, lion, cheetah, wolf, monkey, camel, alligator, monk parakeet, and swan. But the emu, domestic ferret, sugar glider, and chinchilla are allowed without a permit.
– Banned pets: fox, bear, alligator, tiger, leopard, wolf, monkey, certain venomous snakes, skunk
Maryland prohibits the ownership of foxes, bears, alligators, tigers, leopards, wolves, monkeys, certain venomous snakes, and skunks. Consequences for violating the law are more severe here, where it’s considered a misdemeanor; if convicted, you are subject to up to $1,000 in fines.
– Banned pets: non-domesticated, non-hybrid wild animals unless specifically exempted
In Massachusetts, state law warns that wild animals, “regardless of whether or not they are born in captivity, often revert to their wild nature when sexually mature and can do considerable harm to persons.” There are five classes of special licenses available to own exotic animals.
– Banned pets: tiger, leopard, cheetah, lion, cougar, bear, wolf-hybrid (exceptions apply)
Michigan devotes several provisions to the regulation of wolf-dogs in memory of Angie Nickerson, a 5-year-old who was killed by the animal in 1989. Her mother advocated for the passage of legislation to prevent future deaths by wolf-dogs and other potentially dangerous animals.
– Banned pets: “regulated animals” including bear, tiger, cheetah, leopard, monkey, lemur (exceptions apply)
Minnesota has a designated list of “regulated animals” that are not allowed, including lions, tigers, cougars, leopards, cheetahs, ocelots, servals, bears, and non-human primates. Those who qualify for exemption to own a regulated animal must have registered the animal by March 2, 2005. A person who knowingly violates this law in Minnesota can be charged with a misdemeanor; if an animal causes bodily harm, the owner can also face a prison sentence of up to 90 days and/or a fine of up to $1,000.
– Banned pets: orangutans, macaques, mandrills, baboons, hyenas, elephants
Mississippi residents must obtain permits to own certain exotic animals considered dangerous. Before the permit is issued, the applicant must provide proof of liability insurance—$100,000 for each wild animal, up to a maximum of $1 million. Public zoos, university research facilities, governmental agencies, transient circuses, and rehabilitation or sanctuary facilities may be exempted from the permit, if the exemption is approved by a commission.
– Banned pets: unregistered dangerous wild animals including ocelot, leopard, monkey, tiger, bear, wolf
In Missouri, owners of “dangerous” wild animals—including lions, wolves, or poisonous reptiles—must register their pets with their local law enforcement agency. Those who break the law face a misdemeanor charge.
– Banned pets: ape, bat, gibbon, raccoon, skunk, alligator; more than one large bear or large cat without permit
In Montana, keeping more than one bear, large cat, or a hybrid of a wild animal is banned without a permit. Permit and health certificates are required to bring certain animals into the state.
– Banned Pets: bear, tiger, leopard, wolf, skunk
Special permits are required for exotic animal ownership in Nebraska, but some animals are still not allowed no matter what—namely, bears, tigers, leopards, wolves, and skunks.
– Banned pets: alligator, crocodile, bat, coyote, fox, raccoon, moose
Pet crocodiles are banned in Nevada, but if you own an elephant, you’re within state law. Explicitly prohibited animals include alligators, bats, coyotes, foxes, raccoons, and moose.
– Banned pets: bear, tiger, leopard, monkey, ape, wolf, poisonous reptile, monkey
Like many other states, New Hampshire bans bears, tigers, leopards, monkeys, apes, wolves, poisonous reptiles, and monkeys. Permits are required for some but not all species—if you own a chinchilla, ferret, llama, sugar glider, camel, or bison, you’re in the clear.
– Banned pets: monkey, bear, tiger, leopard, crocodile, viper, cobra, alligator, prairie dog
Unusual animals banned in New Jersey include vipers, ring-necked parakeets, and gila monsters (a species of venomous lizard native to the southwestern United States). Owners of these and other prohibited “potentially dangerous” animals must have “extensive experience in maintaining” the animal, submit a written statement of purpose for ownership, and meet other requirements in order to obtain a permit.
– Banned pets: crocodile, monkey, alligator, wolf, skunk, tiger, leopard, bear
Commonly banned wildlife are prohibited in New Mexico, such as wolves, tigers, and bears. The state requires permits to import or own non-domestic animals.
– Banned pets: “wild animals” including tiger, leopard, monkey, cheetah, bear, crocodile
If you’re interested in a marsupial or other exotic mammal, New York may be your place. The sugar glider, wallaby, kangaroo, capybara, and porcupine are allowed sans permit in the state. But you’ll need a permit for certain other wild animals, including wolves, coyotes, foxes, skunks, and raccoons.
– Banned pets: possession of dangerous animals regulated by cities and counties
In North Carolina, counties and cities can, by ordinance, regulate, restrict, or prohibit the possession of dangerous animals. Unique bans in the state include the ringtail, a mammal of the raccoon family, and the marten, a small carnivorous mammal that’s a member of the Mustelidae family. Permits to own these and other banned animals are only given to research institutes, public displays, or organized entertainment such as zoos or circuses.
– Banned pets: skunk, raccoon, venomous reptile
In North Dakota, licenses are required for animals that are “indistinguishable from wild, indigenous species or present a health risk to wild and domestic species” and those that are considered inherently or environmentally dangerous. A “nontraditional livestock advisory council” reviews special license applications.
– Banned pets: lion, tiger, bear, elephant, alligator, monkey, serval
The state of Ohio considers hippopotami, Komodo dragons, and howler monkeys, among other animals, dangerous. Snakes that are 12 feet or longer are also prohibited. Permits are required for certain situations, including exempted dangerous animals.
– Banned pets: illegal to own wildlife without license (law doesn’t cite specific animals)
Any unlicensed wildlife is off the table in Oklahoma. Permits are available for $48. If convicted of breaking this law, you face a fine of no less than $100 and the revocation of your wildlife license, if you have one.
– Banned pets: wildcat, primate, any canine not indigenous to Oregon
Oregon residents must obtain a permit from the State Department of Agriculture to own exotic animals—although exemptions are in place for certain situations. People with disabilities who rely on service monkeys, for instance, would be granted an exemption. But in 2011, the Associated Press reported that the state would not issue any new permits until the existing population of exotic pets thins out over the course of time.
– Banned pets: tiger, lion, monkey, crocodile, leopard
Those who want to have exotic animals as pets in Pennsylvania must get a permit from the state wildlife commission. It is illegal to “fail to exercise due care in safeguarding the public from attack by exotic wildlife,” and anyone who violates that law is subject to penalties including fines.
– Banned pets: permit required for primates, carnivores, amphibia, reptilia, canidae, and insecta
To protect the people of Rhode Island from physical harm and disease, a permit is required to own wild animals. If a legally owned wild animal poses a threat to public safety in some way, law enforcement can confiscate it.
– Banned pets: coyote, wolf, tiger, lion, non-native bear, great ape
Until this year, South Carolina was one of five states across the country with no restrictions on owning wild animals. On Jan. 1, 2018, a new law made it illegal to own large cats, apes, or non-native bears. Wolves, coyotes, peccaries (certain species related to pigs), bison, mountain goats, mountain sheep, bears, turkeys, and furbearers are also banned.
– Banned pets: non-domestic pig, raccoon dog
Non-domestic pigs and raccoon dogs are specifically prohibited in South Dakota. Permits are necessary to own any kind of non-domestic mammals. All animals are subject to a veterinarian exam and must be free of any contagious, infectious, epidemic, or communicable disease.
– Banned pets: baboon, wolf, bear, lion, tiger, elephant, rhinoceros
In Tennessee, five different classes of animals come with different requirements. Native species can only be possessed by zoos and temporary exhibitors, while residents can own animals such as rabbits, chinchillas, and llamas without a permit.
– Banned pets: lion, tiger, ocelot, cougar, leopard, cheetah, jaguar, chimpanzee, orangutan
Texas requires a certificate of registration to own what it considers dangerous wild animals. If an animal attacks a human, the owner must notify the registration agency within 48 hours—and if it escapes, immediately.
– Banned pets: cheetah, monkey, ape, gorilla, kangaroo, lemur
Utah residents are required to obtain a registration certificate to own certain “controlled” species, while other animals are specifically prohibited. If you’re a reptile enthusiast, you should know that it’s legal to own a desert night lizard with a permit, but the Glen Canyon chuckwalla (a relative of the iguana) is banned.
– Banned pets: bear, lion, tiger, wolf, gorilla, monkey
Permits are required in Vermont to own restricted wild animals. However, unrestricted animals include llamas, bison, ostriches, and alligators, among others.
– Banned pets: bear, wolf, coyote, weasel, badger, hyena
In Virginia, it’s illegal to own non-native exotic animals that are considered predatory or undesirable as a pet. According to the state, non-native exotic animals include, but are not limited to: bears, wolves, coyotes, weasels, badgers, hyenas, all species of non-domesticated cats, alligators, and crocodiles.
– Banned pets: crocodile, elephant, lion, tiger, cheetah, hyena
Washington bans many of the usual suspects: bears, certain types of snakes, and the like. People who owned banned animals before the law took effect were allowed to keep their animals until they pass.
– Banned pets: lion, tiger, bear, elephant, gray wolf, cheetah, alligator, crocodile, hyena
West Virginia’s exotic animals law aims to protect not only humans and domesticated animals from potential harm, but also to prevent the “mistreatment” of wild animals themselves. People can apply for permits to own animals considered potentially dangerous; those who break the law face a misdemeanor charge and a fee of up to $2,000 for each prohibited animal.
– Banned pets: cougar, black bear, raccoon, bobcat
It’s illegal to own a wild animal in Wisconsin without a license, with some exemptions. Permits are not required to own chipmunks, rats, squirrels, weasels, and pocket gophers, among other species.
– Banned pets: big game animals, trophy game, wolf, wolf hybrids
Big-game and trophy animals are banned in Wyoming. Antelope, bighorn sheep, deer, elk, moose, and mountain goats are categorized as big-game animals; trophy animals include black bears, grizzly bears, and mountain lions. Permits are required for some wildlife. | 2022-08-12T17:45:43Z | cw33.com | These pets are banned in Texas, other U.S. states | https://cw33.com/news/local/these-pets-are-banned-in-texas-other-u-s-states/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/these-pets-are-banned-in-texas-other-u-s-states/ |
by: Nicole Caldwell, Data Work By Matt Albasi
UFO sightings date back to biblical times.
In the Bible’s Book of Ezekiel, a mysterious ship is described as appearing from the sky in Chaldea (modern-day Kuwait). Strange sightings were recorded around Rome in 218 B.C. A wave of mysterious apparitions showed up in fourth-century China when a “moon boat” was documented floating overhead once every 12 years. A smattering of other, unfamiliar objects in the sky were noted in Germany in 1561, Hull, England, in 1801, and multiple times during World War II when Allied pilots used the term “foo fighters” to describe the odd circles of light pilots noticed flanking their planes during combat.
The term “UFO,” short for “unidentified flying object,” was coined in 1953 by the United States Air Force as a bucket term for unexplained sightings like these. Stateside sightings were hardly restricted to military flyover zones, however. The first recorded UFO sighting dates to 1639 when, long before the era of planes and satellites, John Winthrop wrote in his diary about a large, strange light in the sky that shot back and forth. By the time he and the other men on his boat got their wits about them, their vessel was a mile from where it had been when they first spotted the light.
Since its founding in 1974, the National UFO Reporting Center has processed more than 150,000 reports. Stacker compiled a ranking of the states with the most reported UFO sightings by analyzing data from NUFORC’s 24/7 hotline, which has been around since 1974. NUFORC’s dataset includes reports dating back to 1400.
For each state, we’ve also included details of famous UFO sightings in that state. Of note is that the vast majority of all UFO sighting reports in the United States occur between 4 p.m. and midnight, and peak between 9 and 10 p.m. Food for thought next time you’re out scoping for alien life.
The first documented image of a UFO was captured in 1870 on the summit of Mount Washington in New Hampshire. More sightings were reported at Mount Rainier in Washington in 1947, and of course several in Roswell, New Mexico. Since then, countless numbers of unusual shapes in the sky—and their supposed inhabitants—have been exhaustively reported without sufficient explanations beyond the possible existence of extraterrestrial life.
A surge in eyewitness accounts begot even more sightings along with attempts to protect against invasions and abductions. More than 40,000 Americans bought into alien protection insurance, which offers customers monetary relief should a loved one get carted away by little green men. One Roper Poll in 1991 suggests that around 4 million Americans believe they’ve been abducted by aliens.
The longstanding, official position of the U.S. government has been that claims of alien life stem from hoaxes or mistaking other objects like weather balloons for UFOs or alien life. A highly anticipated U.S. intelligence report on UFOs officially ruled that no evidence of alien life has been found—but conveniently can’t be ruled out. Meanwhile, the U.S. military’s UFO database contains around 400 reports.
Keep reading to see which states have had the most UFO sightings.
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– UFO sightings per 100K residents: 22
Throughout the month of July 1952, a series of sightings known as the “Big Flap” put Washington D.C. residents into a panic.
It began July 19: Repeated radar blips and sightings of lights moving at irregular speeds and trajectories (unusual enough to rule out shooting stars or aircraft) inspired the U.S. Air Force to send fighter jets into the sky to intercept what was assumed to be enemy aircraft and possibly a Soviet-led invasion. The radar signals disappeared each time jet fighters approached and reappeared when they moved away.
The signals returned the following week. Two more F-94 jets gave chase, and the blips vanished again. One jet pilot claimed to see a light in the distance, but couldn’t close in on it. The government ruled it a “temperature inversion” to explain the mystery away.
– UFO sightings per 100K: 23
Several of Texas’ most famous recordings of UFO activity had multiple witnesses, garnering more credibility than other, one-off documentation and raising additional, unanswered questions.
Such was the case in January 2008, when dozens of residents in the tiny town of Stephenville, Texas, reported white lights floating over Highway 67 in a single arc that then moved silently into vertical, parallel lines. Although the Air Force claimed F-16s had been flying in that proximity at the time, eyewitnesses disputed those claims, saying the lights were far too advanced for such a simple explanation.
For visitors to Louisiana who have a hankering for supernatural encounters, the Abita Mystery House in Abita Springs is a must-stop, particularly for its UFO crash site. Shreveport’s proximity to the Barksdale Air Force Base translates to plenty of UFO sightings, as military exercises and tests are commonly misconstrued by the civilian population.
Two fishermen on the Pascagoula River in 1975 claimed to have been abducted by aliens. While Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker’s story was met with cynicism at the time, three more witnesses came forward in 2019 to substantiate the claims.
Parker, who died in 2011, at the time assumed the blue light on the water meant cops had shown up to kick the men off the property. Then, he said, he noticed the lights were coming from above. Three aliens without legs injected the men with a sedative, according to the story, abducted them, and performed physical examinations aboard the spacecraft before releasing the men back along the river.
While serving as governor of Georgia, Jimmy Carter in 1973 filed a report with Oklahoma’s UFO Bureau about a mysterious object he claimed to have seen in 1969. During that decade, Georgia’s version of Area 51—a nuclear aircraft and radiation testing facility just north of Atlanta—was an area rich in tales and conspiracy theories about abductions, UFOs, and animal mutilation.
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A woman in 1989 reported an unusual light in the sky in Fyffe, Alabama; her report was followed up later by area police who claimed to see a large UFO flying in total silence overhead. The resulting excitement led more than 4,000 people to descend on the tiny town. No sightings were reported by the crowds, perhaps because of overcast skies and light rain.
When an electrical surge and explosion at a Con Ed substation in Queens lit up the sky in December of 2018, many were sure the blue haze was a sign of alien life. Less debunked than that, however, is New York’s Hudson Valley UFO, a Dec. 31, 1982, sighting by hundreds of onlookers of a V-shaped collection of multicolored lights connected by a triangular fuselage moving deliberately and without a sound across the night sky.
Maryland’s most famous UFO sighting is likely that of Alvin Cohen and Phillip Small, who around midnight on Oct. 26, 1958, claimed to see a giant, iridescent object floating over a bridge as they drove past the Loch Raven Reservoir in Towson, Maryland.
The car, including the electrical system, died as the men pulled forward. The oval-shaped craft continued to float briefly before letting out a flash of light, a burst of heat, and a noise before shooting further up into the sky and vanishing. The state keeps stories like this alive with the annual Gambrills, Maryland, event, “Mysteries of Space and Sky,” which focuses on a science-based approach to investigating extraterrestrial activity.
Home to the Jersey Devil and dozens of other urban-myth celebrities, the Garden State is hardly one to shy away from stories of extraterrestrial encounters.
On July 14, 2001—50 years after lights in V formations were widely recorded in 1951 in Lubbock, Texas—UFOs in a giant flying V were detected traveling along the New Jersey Turnpike for roughly 15 minutes in plain sight of hundreds of motorists and other onlookers between Staten Island, New York, and Carteret, New Jersey. Witnesses included a Carteret police lieutenant, who described the sight as a collection of orange and yellow lights over the Arthur Kill Waterway.
Two UFO sightings were reported to the National UFO Reporting Center in Virginia on April 4, 2019. At 6:48 a.m., an eyewitness claimed to have seen a light blue circular craft darting across the sky in Virginia Beach headed east.
Seven minutes later, an eyewitness at the Norfolk Naval Station 23 miles northwest claimed to see what resembled a shooting star with a green glow that never faded and a short tail. The object moved without noise quickly across the sky and disappeared in 10 seconds. There were 2,348 UFO sightings reported throughout the state between 2001 and 2015, roughly 27.9 sightings per 100,000 people.
Just after 4 p.m. on Nov. 7, 2006, 12 United Airlines employees and multiple witnesses inside Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport saw a dark gray aircraft floating around above gate C17 as Flight 446 prepped for departure.
After roughly five minutes, the UFO darted into the sky, broke through clouds with enough pronouncement to reveal blue sky, and disappeared. No radar picked it up, leading the FAA to deem the sighting a “weather phenomenon.”
Five separate witnesses from the Tennessee towns of Knoxville, Cleveland, Kingston, Coalfield, and Murfreesboro made a report on March 29, 2019, to the National UFO Reporting Center. Reports claimed a fireball and various lights passed over the sky over the course of about 10 seconds.
In 2018, Tennessee was ranked among the top six states for UFO sightings in “UFO Cases of Interest: 2018 Edition.”
U.S. Air Force Pilot and First Lt. Felix Eugene Moncla Jr. in 1953 was conducting an air defense intercept over Lake Superior near the Soo Locks in Michigan when he—and his plane—disappeared.
In what is today known as the Kinross Incident (Moncla was on temporary assignment at Kinross Air Force Base), Air Defense Command radar found a UFO traveling 500 miles per hour in the airspace. Moncla took off in an F-89C all-weather jet interceptor after the craft, but as his radar blip connected with the UFOs, communication went dark in what was assumed to be a crash.
Moncla and his plane have never been located; the U.S. Air Force claimed Moncla crashed into a Royal Canadian Air Force vessel. The pilot of that supposed craft claimed to have not seen nor been aware of an intercepting plane; the RCAF in multiple instances denied any incidents in the air on that day.
One of Nebraska’s most well-known UFO stories was turned into a comic book in 2019, aptly titled “An Alien Encounter.” The book illustrates a 1967 eyewitness account from Nebraska State Patrolman Herbert Schirmer, who saw what he assumed to be a tractor-trailer but which turned out to be a UFO. Under hypnosis, Schirmer recalled being abducted and shown how the spacecraft worked.
The Center for UFO Studies was founded by Dr. J. Allen Hynek, a professor of astronomy at Ohio State University who went on to become chairman of the astronomy department at Northwestern University.
Hynek served during the 1950s and 1960s as the astronomical consultant to the United States Air Force’s Project Blue Book, a project tasked with investigating and explaining UFO phenomena. Hynek sought to determine wherever possible an astronomical explanation for UFOs.
On. Jan. 25, 2019, Bret Jones was outside taking pictures of birds in Greensboro, North Carolina, when he saw a bright flash in the sky near a plane flying overhead. Wondering if the mysterious shape was a balloon, he began recording the object until it disappeared after about 10 seconds.
The odds of seeing a UFO in the state are quite low, although you wouldn’t know it from the stories that stretch back to at least 1940 and have touched off a number of conspiracy theories about government cover-ups and experiments.
Pennsylvania’s own version of the Roswell incident came about in 1965 when a fireball witnessed by thousands of onlookers across six states that caused sonic booms around Pittsburgh crashed into Kecksburg, Pennsylvania, only to be recovered—or covered up—by the U.S. military.
NASA ultimately in 2007 handed over the Kecksburg files, but multiple files the organization sent to the National Archives two years after the incident were allegedly marked as lost in 1987.
Each year, the Kelly Little Green Men Days Festival commemorates the Aug. 21, 1955, alien invasion of the farm of Elmer Sutton. That ambush allegedly involved a small group of alien creatures descending from their spacecraft outside of Sutton’s farmhouse to the horror of his family, including five adults and seven children.
A video of UFOs overhead at the Oklahoma State Fair in 2017 caused quite a stir, but turned out to be skydivers and not alien life. If you want to be sure of an encounter, stop in and see some alien yard art along Route 66 in Stroud.
Betty Andreasson was at home with her family in South Ashburnham, Massachusetts, in January 1967 when she claimed gray aliens with oval-shaped heads and enormous eyes slipped her into a trance and abducted her.
Aboard the craft, Andreasson said she was examined and then an alien disclosed to her the meaning of life and immediately erased her memory—all of which she recalled while under hypnosis. Her experiences were documented in Raymond Fowler’s book “The Andreasson Affair.” Two years later, on Sept. 1, 1969, 9-year-old Thom Reed claimed to have been abducted by aliens from the car he was driving in with his brother, mother, and grandmother over the Old Covered Bridge in Sheffield, Massachusetts. The Great Barrington Historical Society in 2015 officially recognized the account as a historic event.
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Veteran World War II B-25 fighter pilot George F. Gorman had a 27-minute sky encounter with a white ball of light over Fargo, North Dakota, on Oct. 1, 1948. Known as the “Gorman Dogfight,” Gorman saw what he described as a flying disk with clear edges and many bright lights that he pursued for the better part of half an hour.
Gorman attempted to make contact with the craft, which dodged Gorman’s advances at speeds in excess of 600 miles per hour. His story was verified by two air traffic controllers and another pilot flying in Fargo that night.
Deputy sheriff Val Johnson awoke 40 minutes after his squad car had been swallowed in a ball of light sometime around midnight on Aug. 27, 1979. His wristwatch and car’s clock, both meticulously set, had stopped for a full 14 minutes and he was 1,000 feet from where the incident occurred.
One hundred feet of skid marks scarred the highway, and cracks throughout the vehicle’s windshield, according to an expert from Ford Motor Co., appeared to have been caused by simultaneous inward and outward forces. Johnson also suffered welder burns and had scorched retinas upon medical inspection.
A metal expert brought in to examine the car found bent antennas he could only explain as having been deformed by powerful bursts of air. The car can still be viewed at the Settler’s Square Historical Museum in Warren.
One of the most famous accounts of alien life in Iowa never actually happened. In the opening of Robert A. Heinlein’s 1951 novel “The Puppet Masters,” government agents investigate an alien ship outside Grinnell, Iowa.
The Boeing B-47 Stratojet was a highly advanced, long-range, six-engined bomber introduced in 1951 to fly at extremely high altitudes and subsonic speeds in order to completely evade enemy aircraft—which is why it was so odd when, in 1957, an Air Force RB-47 was followed for 700 miles by an unidentified craft over Kansas and on through Missouri and Texas.
Six years later, the radar of another RB-47 captured a radar blip followed by a bright blue light that was corroborated by the pilot and crew.
On Oct. 9, 1973, first-responder switchboards were overwhelmed by nearly 700 calls to report UFO sightings. These included blinking lights near the ground, a UFO spotted on a telescope by astronomy students, and even radar operators at a Fort Wayne airfield having irregular activity show up on a screen.
The most commonly reported traits of UFO sightings in the Hoosier State today are multicolored and white lights, orange fireballs or balls of light, disks spotted during daylight hours, and triangular shapes documented after dark, according to the Mutual UFO Network of Indiana.
Floridians count many believers among them; and hundreds of folks have come forward with tales of holograms, abductions, odd spacecraft, lights in the sky, and everything in between over the years. Many UFO sightings have been debunked, including two 2018 incidents of a butterfly mistaken for alien craft over a Floridian swamp; and Tallahassee parachuters who got confused with UFOs.
The 2,400-person town of Belleville, Wisconsin, holds an annual UFO Day to memorialize multiple January 1987 sightings (including documented reports by the local police force) of strange lights in the sky just outside town. Three hours from that site in Poland, Wisconsin, one Bob Tohak in 1994 constructed a self-described “U.F.O. Landing Port” atop a 14-yard fuel tank standing vertically on the property of Tohak & Son Welding.
It’s no surprise that the state with the most UFO sightings is also home to the annual Contact in the Desert, the world’s “largest UFO conference.” The event generally features speakers, panel discussions, lots of opportunities for stargazing, and a steady stream of believers ready to share their experiences—many of which have been captured on camera.
Arkansas’ history with UFOs goes back at least to April 20, 1897. Railroad conductor James Hooton claimed to be hunting in Homan when he came upon an otherworldly airship and chatted with its bespectacled pilot and crew. Hooton described the craft as cylindrical, with wheels and a horizontal blade above it that moved by compressed air.
Delaware may rank low on how many UFO sightings it gets, but where it falls short on documentation it makes up for with imagination. The state is home to two prefab, UFO-shaped structures created in the ‘60s by a Finnish architect who thought the design could provide a solution to the housing shortage on Earth.
Many UFO sightings in Delaware center on odd light formations and shapes in the sky and, in February 2019, a possible spacecraft with multicolored lights being pushed out of the airspace by five (presumably terrestrial) planes.
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During the evenings of Aug. 5 and 6, 1953, nearly four dozen civilians in the Bismarck area and multiple Military Air Defense system personnel at the Ellsworth Air Force Base reported a red, glowing light making sweeping movements across the sky. The light was further detected on radar by the Air Defense System.
Similar sightings were reported earlier in western North and South Dakotas. The extensive documentation by the Air Force makes the Ellsworth Case among the most significant UFO sightings in American history.
A local sheriff called the Rev. William Huffman in April of 1941 to the site of a plane crash between Cape Girardeau and Chaffee, Missouri, to deliver last rites. When he arrived, Huffman discovered it was not a terrestrial plane crash at all, but rather a damaged flying saucer that had caused a fire in a neighbor’s field. He also found two alien bodies, one of which was already dead and the other dying.
Members of the local Army corps arrived, barricaded the area, and confiscated all film from snap-happy photographers on the scene. This well-publicized event came just six years before the famed incident involving a supposed alien crash in Roswell, New Mexico.
Bowman, South Carolina, hasn’t been home to any credible UFO sightings—unless you count the homemade UFO constructed of garbage by Jody Pendarvis, which he lovingly calls the UFO Welcome Center. Prominently featured on Roadside America, Pendarvis claims to have come up with the concept for the structure in the ‘90s, and opened the spaceship’s doors to the public by Memorial Day of 1999.
The Green Bank Observatory in Green Bank, West Virginia, is a premier location for scientists who make it their work to study extraterrestrial life (OK, and star-mapping, supernovas, and other, more generalized scientific research) by documenting energy waves from hundreds of lightyears away into computers via giant radio telescope.
With many signals so faint they’re easily drowned out by any ambient noise, these scientists abide by the National Radio Quiet Zone, a code of science that bars normal everyday tech devices so they can conduct their work without interference.
Two Harvard astronomers in 2017 released a draft paper about ’Oumuamua (Hawaiian for “scout” or “messenger”), a cigar-shaped UFO spotted with the Pan-STARRS 1 telescope at the Haleakala Observatory in Hawaii in October of that year. The paper suggests the spinning craft—roughly a quarter-mile long and with no detectable tail—may have been a sign of alien life from well outside our solar system.
There are multiple first-person accounts of alien abductions throughout Utah in the ‘80s and ‘90s. Then there are the supposed 1967 images taken by the military of alien reproduction vehicles, reverse-engineered flying saucers. Cases like these—along with the much-whispered-about “New Area 51”—continue to be turned over by groups like The Utah UFO Hunters, a group of people based in Salt Lake City devoted to discovering evidence of alien life, UFO activities, and paranormal occurrences.
If you’re in the state and looking to see some evidence of alien life yourself, make a pit stop for some flying saucer folk art in Clawson, Utah, that includes a UFO landing site and UFO crash site.
Two of the most iconic flying saucer photos of the ‘60s were snapped in 1967 in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. The first, on June 10, was taken by Harold A. Trudel, who pulled his car over in East Woonsocket in order to wait for a UFO sighting (several of which he claimed to have already experienced in the area). The seven images he captured over the course of five minutes have long been disputed.
The other photo was captured on June 18 and bears striking similarities to the craft another man, George Adamski, claimed to have captured on film in 1952 (which one German scientist said was nothing more than a faked photo using a surgical lamp).
A series of 2012 reports in Connecticut described a still-unsolved incident of a mysterious falling object that allegedly vanished into Bantam Lake, and the internet all but exploded when almost 13,000 UFO documents—which included dozens of eyewitness accounts based in Connecticut stretching back to the 1940s—were released on The Black Vault website.
These and other unexplained activities are covered each month at the Connecticut chapter of the Mutual UFO Network, an organization of alien enthusiasts striving to verify or debunk stories of strange sightings and otherworldly encounters.
A watchtower in Hooper, Colorado, has been the site of multiple claims of UFO sightings in the same area where two cattle were mysteriously mutilated in 2009. The attacks, reported by rancher Manuel Sanchez outside of San Luis, included precise removal of organs, no evidence of a struggle, and no pooling of blood. He found another calf in a similar state several weeks later, which led to Sanchez selling off the rest of his cattle before he lost any more.
News reports noted the striking similarities between Sanchez’s accounts and a similar string of mutilations in 1967 on the King ranch several miles away outside Alamosa.
Today, your odds of seeing a UFO in Nevada are 1 in 69,600. But with the Cold War and McCarthyism at their height (and a smaller population to boot), odds of spying unexplained crafts in the 1950s—particularly in the proximity of the Nevada Test and Training Range and Area 51—were significantly higher.
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Two triangular UFOs with three blue lights were spotted over Cheyenne’s countryside on March 4, 2019, just a few weeks after almost a dozen multicolored lights were recorded traveling north over Riverton at various altitudes.
Local residents’ tendencies to look skyward is perhaps best illustrated in Green River: When a comet crashed into Jupiter in 1994, Wyoming’s Green River city council turned its local airstrip into a refuge for potentially fleeing Jovians. The “Greater Green River Intergalactic Spaceport” has to date only shown evidence of terrestrial life.
Some of the most notable UFO sightings in Arizona include a 1953 incident when three Prescott residents saw eight UFOs at Del Rio Springs Creek; and another on Nov. 5, 1975, when 22-year-old Arizona logger Travis Walton got zapped by a beam of light from a UFO in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests new Snowflake, Arizona, that threw him 20 feet in front of six of his terrified crew members.
The men thought Walton was dead and ran for help. Meanwhile, Walton claimed to have woken up in a room filled with aliens who kept him prisoner for five days while authorities conducted a search party for the missing man. Walton’s experience—which he has defended to this day—was made into the 1993 movie “Fire in the Sky.”
Being home to Roswell and virtually thousands of statewide tales of alien contact and UFO sightings, New Mexico’s history is inextricably tied to our fascination with possible alien life. In 1947, numerous eyewitnesses in Roswell claimed to have seen (or helped to cover up) a UFO crash site.
Today, tourists can get their alien fixes at the International UFO Museum and Research Center, where you can learn about the most famous (and many obscure) claims of extraterrestrial activity and alien abduction in the U.S. and the world.
Many of Idaho’s most-documented accounts of UFO encounters in Idaho come from the state’s police officers and southeast residents. These include claims of alien crafts following on-duty officers, unusual sightings, and a particular stretch of Idaho State Highway 30-E so notorious for UFO sightings it’s been coined Idaho’s UFO Highway.
Should you stop there, or anywhere else in the state for that matter, your odds of seeing a UFO is roughly estimated at 1 in 133,600.
One of Maine’s most famous alien encounters is the Allagash Abduction of 1976. Four men on a camping trip in the Allagash Wilderness Waterway on Aug. 20, 1976, claimed they were abducted by aliens. Years after the incident, all four men were put under hypnosis and interviewed about the abduction. All four stories matched identically.
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Betty and Barney Hill’s 1961 alien abduction along Route 3 in Lancaster, New Hampshire, remains one of the most highly publicized stories of alien contact in the world. Under hypnosis, the couple independently recalled being kidnapped, medically examined, and released by bald-headed aliens with oblong eyes in a cigar-shaped, floating craft.
Today, believers can visit a 50th-anniversary plaque commemorating the abduction along the roadside near Lincoln.
McMinnville, Oregon, is home to the annual UFO Fest, a three-day affair inspired by the iconic 1950 photos of flying saucers shot by Evelyn and Paul Trent over their farm outside town. The pictures made it into Life magazine and caused a national stir the town still celebrates today.
Among Vermont’s most famous UFO stories is the Buff Ledge Abduction, in which, on Aug. 7, 1968, four UFOs appeared over Lake Champlain and allegedly abducted two camp counselors in Vermont. The lights from that encounter were reported by multiple witnesses.
Eighteen-year-old Adonus Baugh on March 19, 2019, videotaped an unidentified, glowing object apparently falling from the Anchorage, Alaska, sky. Another Anchorage resident captured photos of the same mysterious object, which a spokeswoman from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson said did not resemble any aircraft from the base.
Minor league baseball team manager Nick Mariana in 1950 captured two silver crafts spinning in mid-air over Great Falls, Montana, on his 16-mm camera. A governmental panel was gathered in 1953 to review Mariana’s footage, other U.S. Air Force UFO data, and a second short film of a sighting in Utah.
The panel concluded in its report that Mariana’s images were the result of sunlight reflecting off off Air Force interceptors—and that the Utah footage showed light glinting off seagulls in flight.
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– UFO sightings per 100K: 100
Home to the first filmed evidence of a UFO, Washington is no stranger to close encounters of the third kind. On June 21, 1947, Harold A. Dahl reported to authorities that his son had been injured and his dog killed by flying debris from four to six circular objects in what became known as the Maury Island Incident.
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Stacker compiled a list of the counties with highest COVID-19 vaccination rates in Texas using data from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services and Covid Act Now. Counties are ranked by the highest vaccination rate as of Aug. 11, 2022. Due to inconsistencies in reporting, some counties do not have vaccination data available. Keep reading to see whether your county ranks among the highest COVID-19 vaccination rates in your state. | 2022-08-15T14:10:56Z | cw33.com | Counties with the highest COVID-19 vaccination rate in Texas | https://cw33.com/news/local/counties-with-the-highest-covid-19-vaccination-rate-in-texas-3/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/counties-with-the-highest-covid-19-vaccination-rate-in-texas-3/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — There is a lot of state pride to be found in Texas. Texans are proud to call this place their home and for good reason. There is tons of great nature, and food, and the people are some of the friendliest in the world.
Much like Texas, there are people in every state that say they live in the best state in the nation. So, in the spirit of investigation, WalletHub sought to find out which states are actually the best and worst states to live in.
Their study compared all 50 states across more than 50 metrics measuring how good (or bad) a state’s liveability is.
So, are Texans right to call their state the best? According to their report, that is a resounding no. Texas ranked 34th in the nation (with 1 being the best and 50 being the worst).
Why does Texas rank so low? Some of the key metrics that Texas ranks exceptionally low in include the percentage of the insured population (50th place), average weekly work hours (47th place), and homeownership rate (45th place).
Though there is one thing Texas is best at, according to the survey. The Lone Star State ranked 1st in the nation for the number of restaurants per capita. So at least you won’t go hungry while you’re here.
Other key rankings include:
27th – Percentage of Residents 12+ Who Are Fully Vaccinated
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DALLAS (KDAF) — Everyone has a go-to fast food dipping sauce whether it be McDonald’s ketchup, Wingstop’s ranch, or any other super duper delicious sauce to go with their chicken, burger or fries.
A recent study done by Upgraded Points found that the debate wasn’t too deep as chicken, again, reigns supreme.
The publication said, “As fast-food restaurants continue to step up their game in the hopes of beating out the competition, we wanted the 411 on the best fast-food sauces each establishment has to offer. Whether you’re a fan of something spicy, cheesy, or mustardy, keep reading to discover America’s sauce preferences and the restaurants serving them up!”
You may have guessed it, and maybe to no one’s surprise at all but the U.S. is eating more chicken; Chick-fil-A’s chicken to be exact. Participants in the study chose Chick-fil-A’s sauce, which is a combo of honey mustard, ranch and BBQ sauce, as the most popular in every state excluding Hawaii, Louisiana, Minnesota, Nebraska and Ohio.
“Everything is bigger in Texas, including its love of Chick-fil-A, as 50.98% of respondents said the establishment offered the best fast-food sauces, including its signature Chick-fil-A Sauce. Texas is home to 16% of all Chick-fil-A locations, which would account for the Lone Star State’s affinity for cookies and cream milkshakes and an array of other sauces like Polynesian Sauce or Zesty Buffalo Sauce!”
But, since Chick-fil-A was so dominant, it’s a matter of second place. For the Lone Star State, taste buds were attracted to chicken yet again. Raising Cane’s Cane’s Sauce reigned supreme for Texas among other states.
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DALLAS (KDAF) — Dallas Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson is being recognized for her contributions to her community.
The Texas Trailblazer Awards honor those who create positive change in the community. Officials say the luncheon is a critical fundraiser for the family place, with philanthropists, corporate executives, members of the media and other North Texas leaders attending.
“Congresswoman Johnson’s perseverance, initiative, and leadership are markers of a true trailblazer. She has blazed a trail for future generations of girls as a woman of many firsts in her esteemed career. She truly embodies what it means to be a trailblazer,” Mimi Sterling, CEO of The Family Place, said in a news release.
Congresswoman Johnson is the first African American and woman to chair the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. She is the highest-ranking Texan on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
For more information about the luncheon, click here. | 2022-08-15T21:16:15Z | cw33.com | Dallas Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson chosen as 2022 Texas Trailblazer award recipient | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-congresswoman-eddie-bernice-johnson-chosen-as-2022-texas-trailblazer-award-recipient/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-congresswoman-eddie-bernice-johnson-chosen-as-2022-texas-trailblazer-award-recipient/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — A new faith-based thriller movie is getting a limited North American release; with only one North Texas theater showing the film.
Pursuit of Freedom tells the story of a Ukrainian woman who was separated from her three children and sold into trafficking by Russian gangsters. Against all odds, she was reunited with her family thanks to the help of a Dutch nurse, Armenian missionary, and an American pastor.
If that interests you, the film will have a limited theatrical release on Sept. 16. The film will be shown at Galaxy Grandscape 15 in The Colony. For more information about the film, click here. | 2022-08-15T21:16:39Z | cw33.com | New faith-based thriller movie releasing in September; Here's where to watch it in North Texas | https://cw33.com/news/local/new-faith-based-thriller-movie-releasing-in-september-to-be-screened-at-north-texas-theater/ | https://cw33.com/news/local/new-faith-based-thriller-movie-releasing-in-september-to-be-screened-at-north-texas-theater/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — As another potentially massive jackpot from the lottery game Mega Millions is laying the groundworks and the once $65 million jackpot from Aug. 12 is rolling into an $82 million estimated jackpot on Aug. 16.
This roll didn’t take place without a Texan taking a good piece of the literal cash pie in the form of a $30,000 winning ticket. That ticket matched four of the five winning numbers along with the Mega Ball to win this massive payday.
Originally, it would’ve only won the player $10K, but since they Megaplied their ticket, it jumped to the prize of $30K. There were also 12 other players from this drawing who won $1,500.
In total there were over 42,000 winners throughout the Lone Star State who won at least $2 and as much as $30,000. The next drawing for the Mega Millions is set for August 16 with a cash value of $47.1 million. | 2022-08-15T21:17:46Z | cw33.com | $30,000 Mega Millions ticket sold in Texas as jackpot climbs to $82 million | https://cw33.com/news/texas/30000-mega-millions-ticket-sold-in-texas-as-jackpot-climbs-to-82-million/ | https://cw33.com/news/texas/30000-mega-millions-ticket-sold-in-texas-as-jackpot-climbs-to-82-million/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — The Powerball jackpot was won by no one on the August 13 drawing so the $48 million now moves up to an estimated $56 million (cash value of $32.5 million) but not before a Texan will take home some serious cash.
The Texas Lottery reports a $50,000 winning ticket was sold in the Lone Star State as it matched four of the five winning numbers along with the Powerball. The winning numbers were 19, 24, 35, 43, and 62 with the Powerball, 2.
In total there were over 30,000 winners throughout Texas from this drawing that won at least $4 and as much as $50,000. The next drawing is set for Monday night (August 15). | 2022-08-15T21:17:52Z | cw33.com | $50,000 winning Powerball ticket sold in Lone Star State as jackpot rolls passed $50 million | https://cw33.com/news/texas/50000-winning-powerball-ticket-sold-in-lone-star-state-as-jackpot-rolls-passed-50-million/ | https://cw33.com/news/texas/50000-winning-powerball-ticket-sold-in-lone-star-state-as-jackpot-rolls-passed-50-million/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — The state of Texas is looking strong yet again in the AP Preseason 2022 Top 25 College Football Poll with three teams in the rankings; two of those teams are in the top 10.
No, the University of Texas did not make the cut, but thankfully no one is throwing the horns down sign in this article, hook ’em, you know? Anyways, Texas A&M is the highest-rated team from Texas in the top 25 coming in at No. 6 behind the likes of Alabama, Ohio State, Georgia, Clemson and Notre Dame.
Next up is Baylor of the Big 12 at No. 10 and last but not least Houston of the American Athletic Conference coming in at No. 24.
Some notes to look at is Texas received 164 votes behind Tennessee with 180 which lands both schools knocking at the top 25 door. Here’s a look at the preseason top 25: | 2022-08-15T21:18:11Z | cw33.com | 3 Texas schools named to AP Preseason 2022 Top 25 College Football Poll | https://cw33.com/sports/3-texas-schools-named-to-ap-preseason-2022-top-25-college-football-poll/ | https://cw33.com/sports/3-texas-schools-named-to-ap-preseason-2022-top-25-college-football-poll/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — What is a “Dirty Soda”? According to founder of Swig, Nicole Tanner, it’s a creation of your own!
The dirty soda craze started in Utah where Swig first opened as the community’s “one-stop drink shop”. Now, the shop has made its way to four states including its first Texas location in Fairview.
They sell Coca-Cola and Pepsi products and you can mix ingredients in such as flavored creamer and syrups to take your soda to the next level.
Tanner said all but one of their locations are drive-through only and you will always be greeted by a team member outside. This way, they get the most out of a customer interaction and ensure they have the best experience at Swig.
The location is only a short drive away to those in the DFW area, you can visit them at 371 Southwind Ln, Fairview, TX 75069. | 2022-08-16T00:26:19Z | cw33.com | Utah-based soda shop introduces Texas to "Dirty Soda" | https://cw33.com/news/inside-dfw/utah-based-soda-shop-introduces-texas-to-dirty-soda/ | https://cw33.com/news/inside-dfw/utah-based-soda-shop-introduces-texas-to-dirty-soda/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — In this week’s Crime of the Week, the Amarillo Crime Stoppers is asking the community for help finding an armed robbery suspect who robbed a convenience store earlier this month.
According to the Amarillo Police Department, officers were called to an armed robbery in the 1500 block of S. Washington just after midnight on Aug. 7. The employee reported to police that the suspect entered the store armed with a revolver.
In addition, police said that the suspect “demanded money from the register” and later left the scene of the crime on foot.
The suspect is described by the APD as a man, around 5’05 tall, wearing all black with a wig on.
Image of the suspect via the Amarillo Police Department
Police reported that there were no injuries reported during this incident. If anyone has any information about this crime, they are asked to call the Amarillo Crime Stoppers at 806-374-4400.
Individuals can also submit their anonymous tips at amapolice.org or by using the P3 Tips App. If a tip leads to an arrest, a person could earn a reward of up to $1,000. | 2022-08-16T16:17:02Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Police searching for armed robbery suspect | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-police-searching-for-armed-robbery-suspect-4/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-police-searching-for-armed-robbery-suspect-4/ |
United Supermarkets, Mrs Baird’s partner for Teacher on the Rise
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — According to officials at The United Family, United Supermarkets along with Mrs. Baird’s will partner for the kick-off of the 10th annual Teacher on the Rise program at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday at United Supermarkets, located at 5807 SW 45th #100.
Officials detailed that the program aims to celebrate teachers for their hard work and dedication towards their students as three teachers, one from an elementary school, one from a middle school/junior high, and one from a high school, are nominated every month during the school year.
In addition, officials said that Mrs Baird’s will hand out back-to-school treats and nomination information at the event.
You can find the teacher nomination entry form here. | 2022-08-16T16:17:08Z | www.myhighplains.com | United Supermarkets, Mrs Baird’s partner for Teacher on the Rise | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/united-supermarkets-mrs-bairds-partner-for-teacher-on-the-rise/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/united-supermarkets-mrs-bairds-partner-for-teacher-on-the-rise/ |
Harrington Academic Hall WTAMU Amarillo Center,
WT awarded grant by Center City to complete parking lot
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with West Texas A&M University, along with Center City of Amarillo, hosted a ceremony Tuesday, celebrating recent grants given to the university by Center City which will help complete a parking lot on the university’s Amarillo campus.
According to a news release from West Texas A&M University, Center City awarded the university a total of $89,500 in grants, some of which will help complete a parking lot adjacent to the Harrington Academic Hall WTAMU Amarillo Center, located in downtown Amarillo. Around 400 students and 60 faculty and staff call the center home, which includes classes in nursing, education, communication disorders, counseling, psychology and social work.
“Some may not think a parking lot is much of a gift to celebrate,” WT President Walter V. Wendler said in prepared comments. “Those are people who have not spent much time on a university campus. With sincere gratitude, I am thankful for the Center City Board of Directors for their devotion to the revitalization and improvement of downtown Amarillo.”
This comes as Center City has previously given grants to the university to help complete improvements to the university’s Amarillo center. According to the release, the total budget for the renovations to the parking lot was $1.5 million, including water and sewer improvements, storm drainage, paving and right-of-way landscaping, sidewalks, streetscapes and lighting.
“Our strategic plan is to make downtown a place to live, work, play, learn and worship. WT’s Harrington Academic Hall is a major part of achieving that goal,” Beth Duke, the executive director of Center City, said in the release. “WT has done a beautiful job in repurposing a former department store and office building into a prestigious downtown university center. This gift represents an exciting new chapter for WT and for downtown Amarillo.” | 2022-08-16T19:23:58Z | www.myhighplains.com | WT awarded grant by Center City to complete parking lot | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/wt-awarded-grant-by-center-city-to-complete-parking-lot/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/wt-awarded-grant-by-center-city-to-complete-parking-lot/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – The Amarillo City Council released the agenda for its Tuesday regular meeting, scheduled to be hosted in the third-floor City Hall chamber at 1 p.m.
During the meeting, the council will discuss and receive a presentation surrounding recent gun violence trends within the city of Amarillo and discuss the progress for Partners for Development. They will also hear updates from council representatives of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Advisory Committee and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
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During the consent agenda portion of the meeting, some of the following items are expected to be voted on:
Consider Award – Airport Terminal Basement Plumbing Upgrades;
Consider Award- Amarillo Zoo Facility Repairs and Renovations;
Consider Approval – Low Income Water Assistance Program Water Provider Agreement.
During the non-consent agenda portion of the meeting, some of the following items are expected to be discussed and voted on:
Consider Lease Agreement Between The City of Amarillo And Friends of AJ Swope
This item considers a lease agreement between City of Amarillo and FRIENDS OF AJ SWOPE for property located at 1018 S. Polk Street, to be used for a memorial park honoring first responders from the 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle who have lost their lives in the line of duty since the 1880s and into the future.
Consideration of Ordinance No. 8002
Discussion and consideration of all matters incident and related to the issuance and sale of “City of Amarillo, Texas, Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, New Series 2022”, including the adoption of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of such bonds.
This item is the Discussion and consideration of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of the “City of Amarillo, Texas, Tax Notes, Series 20228”, and resolving other matters incident and related thereto, including the approval of a paying agent/registrar agreement. | 2022-08-16T19:24:04Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo City Council to host Aug. 16 Regular Meeting | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/amarillo-city-council-to-host-aug-16-regular-meeting/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/amarillo-city-council-to-host-aug-16-regular-meeting/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — One person was indicted in Potter County in the wake of the murder of 25-year-old Chris Doerue on Mother’s Day, according to court documents released in August.
According to documents from the Potter County 47th District Court, 19-year-old Jeremiah Ntirampeba was indicted on a charge of murder on Aug. 8. Ntirampeba was arrested on a murder charge after shooting Doerue on May 8, according to court documents.
As noted in previous reporting by MyHighPlains.com, Doerue was shot in the 1400 block of N Johnson Street on the evening of May 8, was hospitalized, and later died from his injuries. | 2022-08-16T20:08:37Z | www.myhighplains.com | 1 indicted after Mother’s Day murder | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/1-indicted-after-mothers-day-murder/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/1-indicted-after-mothers-day-murder/ |
AMARILLO, Texas(KAMR/KCIT)— Officials with the Amarillo SPCA announced that Walk On’s will host a “Give Back” night from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m on Thursday in support of the organization.
According to the announcement, 20% of proceeds will go towards the shelter when customers dine in or carry out within the scheduled time.
Officials stated that in order for the SPCA to receive a portion of the sales, customers must tell the wait staff that they are supporting the shelter, or present a picture of the flyer.
Officials stated that If customers are taking out, they need to tell the person that they place the order with that they are supporting the shelter.
Walk On’s is located at 3506 Soncy Road and for more information, contact the Amarillo SPCA at 806-622-0555 | 2022-08-16T20:08:43Z | www.myhighplains.com | Walk On’s hosting ‘Give Back’ night fundraiser | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/walk-ons-hosting-give-back-night-fundraiser/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/walk-ons-hosting-give-back-night-fundraiser/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — An 18-year-old man has officially been indicted in Potter County after allegedly bringing a firearm on the premises of an elementary school in the Amarillo Independent School District, according to documents filed earlier this month.
According to the documents, filed Aug. 11 in Potter County District Court, 18-year-old Cutter Dane Qualls was indicted on one count of exhibiting a firearm on campus or school bus and one count of carrying a weapon in a prohibited place.
The documents allege that Qualls allegedly brought a rifle on the physical premises of Olsen Elementary School on June 7, claiming that his action was “not pursuant to written regulations or written authorization of the Amarillo Independent School District.” The documents also allege that Qualls intentionally used or exhibited a firearm in a “manner intended to cause alarm.” | 2022-08-16T22:10:20Z | www.myhighplains.com | 1 man indicted after allegedly bringing gun to Amarillo ISD school | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/crime/district-court/1-man-indicted-after-allegedly-bringing-gun-to-amarillo-isd-school/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/crime/district-court/1-man-indicted-after-allegedly-bringing-gun-to-amarillo-isd-school/ |
POTTER COUNTY, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – According to released documents from the Potter County 47th District Court, one person was indicted in August on a charge of sexual assault of a child in the wake of a 2020 incident.
27-year-old Anthony Renee Paik was indicted on a charge of sexual assault of a child on Aug. 11, as described in court documents, by grand jurors in the 108th Judicial District Court. The indictment detailed that Paik was charged in the wake of an incident in April 2020. | 2022-08-16T22:10:38Z | www.myhighplains.com | Potter County man indicted on child sexual assault | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/potter-county-man-indicted-on-child-sexual-assault/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/potter-county-man-indicted-on-child-sexual-assault/ |
Axton Nolan Brant Williams, 29 – Via Potter County
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — One man has been indicted on multiple counts of charges related to indecency and child sexual contact with multiple children, according to court documents filed in August by the Potter County District Clerk.
Court documents state that Axton Williams, 29, was indicted by a Potter County Grand Jury on Aug. 11 on five counts of Indecency with Child Sexual Contact after two alleged incidents in January 2019 and December 2020.
A criminal complaint filed in July states that Williams intentionally or knowingly engaged in sexual contact with a child younger than 17 in incidents on Jan. 1, 2019, and Dec. 8, 2020. | 2022-08-16T22:10:44Z | www.myhighplains.com | Man indicted on charges of sexual contact with child | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/potter-county/man-indicted-on-charges-of-sexual-contact-with-child/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/potter-county/man-indicted-on-charges-of-sexual-contact-with-child/ |
Coral Enriquez, a third-grade teacher at Rogers Elementary School, explains the rules of her math workshop on the first day of classes.
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — On Amarillo ISD’s first day back to school, the district also welcomed a new teacher who recently graduated from the 2+1 program.
Coral Enriquez, a third-grade teacher at Rogers Elementary School, said she had a great first day—something she never would have thought was possible at one point.
“My journey was quite difficult. You know, I was raised in the north side of town, the very roughest neighborhoods. You couldn’t have told me that when I was a kid. I mean, I lived my best life. You know, I lived right between Hamlet and North Heights,” Enriquez said.
AISD said Enriquez is a graduate of Palo Duro High School who was working for the school district’s child nutrition department when she started a family.
At that time, Enriquez wasn’t so sure about going into teaching.
“I did pursue nursing because of all of the negative talk around being a teacher, not enough pay, it’s not worth it, you’re overworked. But I did a whole year of nursing. And I was like, that’s just not what I want to do. This is what I want to do,” she said. “And I’m willing to do the hard work because it’s what I want to do, and I really care about the kids, the community.”
When asked about the importance of teaching young children, Enriquez said it is her calling in life, remembering back to playing teacher as a kid herself.
“For a teacher, you need a bachelor’s degree, there’s no way I could get a bachelor’s degree. That was my mindset. I cannot. And actually another teacher, my kid’s teacher, like she got on to me, she was like, ‘You can,'” Enriquez recalled. “She’s like, ‘I did it, you can do it.’ And so it’s really just believing in yourself and wanting like putting in the work, having a good work ethic, not giving up.”
So, Enriquez completed the TechTeach 2+1 teaching program through Amarillo ISD’s partnership with Texas Tech and Amarillo College.
After completing an Associate’s degree at AC, she said the 2+1 intensive program through TechTeach allows students to complete two years’ worth of Bachelor’s degree studies in just one year, including two semesters of student teaching.
“We start the very first day the teachers start. So we see the beginning of the school year, the middle, the end of the school year and I think that’s the key takeaway,” Enriquez said. “Like that’s what helped me like, if I didn’t do my second semester, I don’t think I would be as confident and as secure as I am today.”
Now, she’s back to her roots, helping students learn and grow not only academically, but socially and emotionally.
“I love this side of town. It’s my home and I know what these kids need, and I know who they are, and I can relate to them. And I think I can create that relationship a little stronger because it’s my element.”
Enriquez said she is also focused on giving students the tools they need to learn and use those lessons in real life, not just using strategies to pass tests.
She said that will be especially important to address deficits in learning as a result of the pandemic.
“This grade that I have, they lost all of their foundational skills. My son is a third grader and I saw his struggle. I was in kindergarten last semester. Missing kindergarten, you will learn everything in kindergarten. If you don’t have those foundational skills, you’re setting yourself up for failure,” Enriquez added. “If that means having to go back, having to tutor and go back to teaching them how to form letters, that’s what we’re going to do. We’re not going to just try to push them through because we’re told. We have to teach them what they need.” | 2022-08-17T00:44:18Z | www.myhighplains.com | First day of school for Amarillo ISD teacher who completed 2+1 program | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/first-day-of-school-for-amarillo-isd-teacher-who-completed-21-program/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/first-day-of-school-for-amarillo-isd-teacher-who-completed-21-program/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Taylor Moore is a sixth-generation Texan and former CIA Intelligence Officer. Now he lives in the Texas Panhandle with his family and writes awesome books and other projects.
His first book involving the story of Garrett Kohl was in “Down Range”. “As a decorated undercover DEA special agent, Garrett Kohl has traveled the world—and fought in most of it—but it’s the High Plains of northwest Texas he calls home and dreams of returning to one day. Kohl is in the middle of an assignment in Afghanistan when his commander orders him back to Texas on a short mission expected to take a week at most. But Kohl is unsettled to discover that he’s moving from one kind of war to another.”
Now the story of Kohl continues in his latest work called “Firestorm”. “Special Agent Garrett Kohl has just taken down a dangerous and deadly cartel boss when he finds trouble brewing back on his family’s homestead. A powerful energy consortium, Talon Corporation, has started an aggressive mining operation that threatens to destroy Garrett’s land, his family’s way of life, and everything they hold dear. To achieve its goals, Talon is flouting the law, bribing public officials, and meeting anyone who challenges it with physical violence. When the Kohls themselves are attacked by Talon guards, Garrett goes on the offensive, embarking on an investigation that he hopes will rid the Texas High Plains of the intruders once and for all.” | 2022-08-17T00:44:55Z | www.myhighplains.com | Author Taylor Moore Details New Book “Firestorm” | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/author-taylor-moore-details-new-book-firestorm/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/author-taylor-moore-details-new-book-firestorm/ |
AMARILLO, Texas(KAMR/KCIT)— During the City Council meeting on Tuesday, the City of Amarillo, in a 5 to 0 vote, approved the construction of a memorial downtown to honor first responders.
According to the meeting agenda, the item discussed a lease agreement between the City of Amarillo and Friends of AJ Swope for property located at 1018 S. Polk Street, to be used for a memorial park to honor first responders from the 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle who have lost their lives in the line of duty, since the 1880s and beyond.
“This is a way to bring people out on the streets and fulfill some of the mission to make downtown a more walkable, more beautiful place,” Wes Reeves, chair of the Friends of AJ Swope committee said. ” Most importantly, it’s to give a revered, respectable area for the families of first responders who are still living.”
According to the Friends of AJ Swope website, the Texas Panhandle First Responders Memorial will provide a centralized place to commemorate fallen heroes from across the region, a list that currently includes 86 law enforcement officers, firefighters, ems personnel, and emergency transport members.
Via: Friends of AJ Swope
To donate to first the responders memorial, or to learn more, visit the Friends of AJ Swope website. | 2022-08-17T03:03:15Z | www.myhighplains.com | City council approves first responder memorial | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/city-council-approves-first-responder-memorial/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/city-council-approves-first-responder-memorial/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Amarillo Fire Department (AFD) responded to an early Wednesday morning structure fire at around 3:40 a.m. in the 3600 block of SE 11th.
According to AFD, upon arriving at the scene, crews found a large shed on fire in the backyard along with a fence and a power pole with transformers attached.
Firefighters reported using “extreme caution” while approaching and extinguishing the fire with crews taking control of the fire at around 4:28 a.m.
No injuries were reported and the Fire Marshal’s Office ruled the fire “undetermined” due to there being multiple sources of ignition, added AFD.
In addition, AFD noted that electrical service was affected from SE 3rd to I-40. | 2022-08-17T14:50:59Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo firefighters respond to early morning structure fire | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-firefighters-respond-to-early-morning-structure-fire/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-firefighters-respond-to-early-morning-structure-fire/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Panhandle Down Syndrome Guild is hosting their annual Buddy Walk on September 24 at Sam Houston Park. Registration begins at 9 am and the event is from 10 am to 1 pm. PDSG has been hosting the walk here in Amarillo since 2002.
The Buddy Walk is a 1/2 mile walk around Sam Houston Park that ends in a festival full of free food, music, face painting, bouncers, slides, a silent auction, a bungee jumping machine, a petting zoo hosted by the Highland Park ISD FFA program, and much more. They will also have some of our first responders giving an up-close look at some of their equipment. The party lasts until 1 p.m.
Adult registration is $25 for people 16 and over. And it is $15 for people 15 and under. Individuals with Down syndrome are free. All registrations come with a free t-shirt, or you can register for free without one.
You can find more information about this year’s Buddy Walk on the Panhandle Down Syndrom Guild website. | 2022-08-17T14:51:45Z | www.myhighplains.com | Get ready for this year’s PDSG Buddy Walk | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/today-in-amarillo/get-ready-for-this-years-pdsg-buddy-walk/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/today-in-amarillo/get-ready-for-this-years-pdsg-buddy-walk/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – “Big changes” are coming to the Amarillo-Panhandle Humane Society, according to a Wednesday social media announcement, and the organization has asked the community for help funding its next steps and imminent move.
Amarillo Panhandle Humane Society provides positive update regarding injured dog
“We are parting ways with the City shelter, where we have been housed since the 70’s. Since 2018 we have saved about 10,000 animals and are very proud of the work we have done here,” said organization officials in the announcement, “As most of you know, we historically had overseen adoption, rescue and TNR for the City’s municipal shelter. The City took over all on-site adoptions and TNR a few years back so APHS restructured our mission to focus solely on rescue, foster and transport.”
However, the City of Amarillo will also be taking over the shelter’s rescue program moving forward. APHS officials said that the organization will move to a new location and restructure, but aims to continue to help with over-population issues in the community through adoptions and transport. The organization also hopes to reimplement several old programs, including TNR and “Spay-A-Momma,” if it is able to gather funding.
While the APHS said it has secured a temporary location while it works to reorganize, it will stop ongoing operations “until we are established in our new location.” Further, the organization said that its “most immediate need” is funding for a heating/cooling unit for the temporary location.
The organization expects the air conditioning system to cost around $3,000, and cannot move until the space is set up for the animals that will be transferred to the new location.
via the Amarillo-Panhandle Humane Society
APHS said that it is accepting donations through Paypal, Venmo, Square, and Shelterluv. The organization asked that communities note that their donation is aimed at the heating/cooling unit, otherwise any extra funds will go towards further costs associated with the relocation. | 2022-08-17T18:45:33Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo-Panhandle Humane Society pauses operations for move, restructuring | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-panhandle-humane-society-pauses-operations-for-move-restructuring/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-panhandle-humane-society-pauses-operations-for-move-restructuring/ |
CANADIAN, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the office of Texas Rep. Ken King – District 88 recently announced that King will be touring a portion of the district in late August, discussing priorities for the upcoming legislative session.
According to a series of news releases from King’s office, King will be visiting the following locations on Aug. 30, soliciting feedback from residents “on issues of vital importance to them and their communities.”
9 a.m. Exhibition Building, 10965 Exhibition Center Rd. in Canadian;
10:45 a.m. Miami High School Auditorium, 100 Warrior Way in Miami;
1 p.m. FirstBank Southwest Community Room, 300 W. Kingsmill in Pampa (residents are asked to use the east door entrance).
King will be visiting the following locations on Aug. 31:
9 a.m. Wheeler County Courthouse, 401 Main Street in Wheeler;
11 a.m. Collingsworth County Courthouse, second-floor courtroom, 800 West Ave. in Wellington;
1:30 p.m. 501 Winery, 109 Ave. E NW in Childress;
3:30 p.m. Hall County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom, 512 W Main Street in Memphis.
“Before beginning another legislative session, it is important that I receive input and ideas from
the constituents of District 88 to help me effectively represent and advocate for our community,” | 2022-08-17T18:45:56Z | www.myhighplains.com | Texas Rep. King to host events throughout District 88 | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/texas-rep-king-to-host-events-throughout-district-88/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/texas-rep-king-to-host-events-throughout-district-88/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the city of Amarillo announced Wednesday that its environmental health department is currently experiencing a software issue and is not fully functional.
According to a news release from the city, officials said several of the third-party software system’s online features are currently being impacted. This includes online payments, the viewing of online inspection reports as well as providing copies of reports of inspected facilities.
“We have notified Tyler Technologies of the software issue, and they are working to resolve the problem as quickly as possible,” COA Environmental Health Director Anthony Spanel said in the release. “At this time, there is no timeline as to when normal online operations will resume. We urge the public to contact the Environmental Health Department with any questions or concerns. We apologize for this inconvenience and will work with the public until full online access is restored.”
To contact the department, call 806-378-9472 or email ehealth@amarillo.gov. | 2022-08-17T22:14:47Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Environmental Health experiences software issue | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-environmental-health-experiences-software-issue/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-environmental-health-experiences-software-issue/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — According to a release from the Texas Panhandle Plains War Memorial Center (TPWMC), the center is hosting a one-hour lecture/seminar series at 1:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month. Each topic is related to military history.
Officials announced that the next lecture/seminar will be at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 3. Katie Paul will be the guest speaker. Katie Paul is a historian at the Pantex Plant. Katie will talk about the history of the Pantex Plant, from its beginnings in 1942 during World War II, through the Cold War and Post-Cold War.
According to a release the event is free to the public. Snacks will be available for attendees. The lecture/seminar series was made possible by a grant from the Mary E. Bivins Foundation. | 2022-08-17T22:15:12Z | www.myhighplains.com | Texas Panhandle War Memorial continues lecture series September | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/texas-panhandle-war-memorial-continues-lecture-series-september/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/texas-panhandle-war-memorial-continues-lecture-series-september/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The kids are heading back to school, that means they may need a new electronic, or replace an old one. It also means that having internet in the home is essential.
AT&T says that their first phone doesn’t always have to be a smartphone, and you could also look into wearable devices.
When it comes to internet, AT&T has partnered with the Affordable Connectivity Program which will give eligible households up to $30 off their internet service per month, a low cost plan that’s completely covered, or ever a discount of $100 for a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer. You can apply for that here.
AT&T isn’t forgetting the amazing educators who are also going back to school and can take advantage of discounts here. | 2022-08-17T22:15:56Z | www.myhighplains.com | AT&T Offers Options for Back-to-School Electronics | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/att-offers-options-for-back-to-school-electronics/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/att-offers-options-for-back-to-school-electronics/ |
via Comptroller.Texas.Gov
AUSTIN, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced Wednesday that a searchable database for local economic agreements has gone live for the public.
According to the Comptroller’s office, the database was created to increase transparency and will serve as Texas’ “central repository” for those local agreements. Further, local entities will provide a direct link on their websites to the location of the agreements in the database.
However, the Comptroller’s office noted that it is not in charge of approving the agreements.
The database allows agreements to be searched by local government, business entity, and agreement type for those authorized by either Chapter 380 or 381 of the Local Government Code. The chapters authorize municipalities and counties to offer incentives designed to promote economic development, such as commercial and retail projects.
In Amarillo, as listed in the database, those agreements include those related to projects such as the historic St. Anthony’s Hospital senior living project and the incoming facilities for Producer Owned Beef.
According to the Comptroller website, the database was created in the wake of the passing of House Bill 2404, which also requires local governments to provide the agreements and related information to the agency within 14 days of entering, amending, or renewing an agreement. Local governments that do not comply with the requirement may be subject to a civil penalty of $1,000.
For the latest updates on local news, events, and politics, check with MyHighPlains.com. | 2022-08-17T22:16:20Z | www.myhighplains.com | Texas Comptroller releases local government agreement database | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/texas-comptroller-releases-local-government-agreement-database/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/texas-comptroller-releases-local-government-agreement-database/ |
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Water Development Board is currently taking comment on part of the $2.9 billion coming to Texas’ water infrastructure through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funding. That will be spread over the next 5 years. The comment period is for $750 million available through the State Revolving Funds. | 2022-08-17T22:17:10Z | www.myhighplains.com | Texas Water Development Board weighing how to spend portion of nearly $3 billion in federal funding | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/water-and-drought-on-the-high-plains/texas-water-development-board-weighing-how-to-spend-portion-of-nearly-3-billion-in-federal-funding/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/water-and-drought-on-the-high-plains/texas-water-development-board-weighing-how-to-spend-portion-of-nearly-3-billion-in-federal-funding/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — After two postponements related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Amarillo Symphony, along with numerous partner organizations, is expected to host a performance of Ludwig van Beethoven’s “Missa Solemnis,” at the end of August.
According to a news release from the Amarillo Symphony, the performance will occur at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 27 at the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts. The partnering organizations for this performance include Chamber Music Amarillo, the Amarillo Master Chorale, Panhandle PBS, First Baptist Church of Amarillo, West Texas A&M University, Amarillo College, Wayland Baptist University along with other community singers.
The piece takes a total of 173 musicians, including four soloists, 63 members of the orchestra and 105 members of the choir. According to the release, soloists include Mela Sarajane Dailey (soprano), Ellen Graham (mezzo-soprano), Eric Berry (tenor) and Clayton Brainerd (baritone).
According to the release, tickets for the performance start at $25 and are available to purchase through the symphony’s website or by calling the symphony’s office at 806-376-8782. | 2022-08-18T01:15:08Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Symphony to host ‘Missa Solemnis’ performance | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/entertainment-news/amarillo-symphony-to-host-missa-solemnis-performance/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/entertainment-news/amarillo-symphony-to-host-missa-solemnis-performance/ |
PORTALES, N.M. (KAMR/KCIT) — The Portales Police Department reported that one person has been arrested after a Tuesday vehicle wreck that killed one person and injured multiple others in Roosevelt County.
According to the Portales Police Department, officers and fire crews were called out to a report of a vehicle crash at the intersection of West 18th Street and South Avenue D at around 11:17 p.m. Tuesday.
Police said they found two vehicles were involved in the crash and multiple people had to be taken to the hospital for injuries. One person, Laura Fernandez, 35, of Portales, was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to officers, their investigation showed that the driver of one of the vehicles, Bionca Martinez, 24, of Portales was going north on South Avenue D at a high rate of speed and drove through a stop sign at the intersection of 18th and South Avenue D, ultimately crashing into the vehicle being driven by Fernandez.
Police continued to say that Martinez was arrested after her release from the hospital on charges of “homicide by vehicle and driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.”
Martinez was booked into the Roosevelt County Detention Center. | 2022-08-18T01:15:26Z | www.myhighplains.com | 1 dead, 1 arrested in Portales drunken driving incident | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/roosevelt-county/1-dead-1-arrested-in-portales-drunken-driving-incident/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/roosevelt-county/1-dead-1-arrested-in-portales-drunken-driving-incident/ |
via Saint Paul United Methodist Church Facebook
AMARILLO, Texas (KMAR/KCIT) — Officials from the Saint Paul United Methodist Church (SPUMC) announced their third annual Watermelon Festival from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Aug. 28 at SPUMC, located at 4317 I 40 W.
According to Saint Paul officials, the event will include free watermelon games, crafts for the kids, and live music by the band Monarch Food Trucks.
For more information on the Watermelon Festival, visit here. | 2022-08-18T01:15:32Z | www.myhighplains.com | Saint Paul United Methodist Church 3rd annual Watermelon Festival | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/saint-paul-united-methodist-church-3rd-annual-watermelon-festival/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/saint-paul-united-methodist-church-3rd-annual-watermelon-festival/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Just like adults, it’s important for kids to know the benefits of self care and taking care of their physical and mental health.
These practices need to be done frequently an consistently to help encourage growth, connection, expression and stability.
Here are some ways to do this:
-Take care of their body. This means exercising, eating a balanced diet, and getting plenty of rest.
-Have fun as a family. Laughter has been shown to reduce stress levels, so do things as a family, whether that be games, outdoor activities, trips, cooking, or reading.
-Enjoy the outdoors. Sunlight provides Vitamin D and fresh air which can help reduce stress. Also the change in environment can be calming, and trips to places can create memories that promote happiness.
-Help others or volunteer. Altruistic emotions and behaviors are associated with a greater sense of well-being, health, and longevity. You can also teach the value of kindness and gratitude. | 2022-08-18T01:16:09Z | www.myhighplains.com | The Importance of Kids & Self Care | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/the-importance-of-kids-self-care/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/the-importance-of-kids-self-care/ |
via Ama Youth Choir Press Release
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT)— Officials with the Amarillo Youth Choirs announced that auditions for the 2022-2023 season will be from 4:15p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 22 and 23 at 8501 S. Coulter Street.
According to the Amarillo Youth Choir website, the organization’s mission is to provide Texas Panhandle youth concert opportunities and music education in an inclusive and encouraging environment. The Amarillo Youth Choir is a nonprofit organization open to all students from 2nd grade through high school.
For more information, or to sign up for auditions, visit the Amarillo Youth Choirs website. | 2022-08-18T04:02:31Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Youth Choirs hosting auditions | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-youth-choirs-hosting-auditions-2/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-youth-choirs-hosting-auditions-2/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — On Tuesday, the Amarillo City Council heard a presentation on gun violence trends to better understand what’s causing it.
Ryan Shawn Herman, a Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership summer fellow, has spent the past seven weeks compiling data on gun violence reports to the Amarillo Police Department over the past 12 months.
To start his presentation to the council, he began with some context from other sources.
Herman said Amarillo is the fourth most violent city in Texas, according to one source from the FBI, behind Lubbock, Odessa, and Corpus Christi.
He also said Amarillo’s violent crime rate is about 8.36 violent crimes per 1,000 residences in the city—about twice the state average.
While the city saw an overall decrease in violent crime rates in 2021, Herman said it did see a 40% increase in homicides.
Herman also added that APD’s analyst team found a 60% increase in gun violence from 2019 to 2022 as of today, a rough estimate from their old record management system.
In Herman’s research, he looked at every gun violence case reported to APD in the past 12 months, including every time a firearm was discharged.
“About 12 months ago, the Police Department changed the way they did the record management system. They added a small modification that made it easier for police officers to denote when a firearm was discharged in a case that they were investigating,” Herman said. “This allowed us to conclude over the past 12 months, about 450 cases where a firearm was discharged.”
Herman said he was able to go through and read 450 cases of narratives and field interviews, looking through suspects and victims to really pull out some of the key trends, and pull out some interesting patterns through geographical and statistical analysis.
“That ended up being 355, over a nine-month span, ends up equating out to be about 1.2 shootings per day, which leaves us with a gun violence rate of about 1.75 shootings per 1000 individuals,” Herman said on Tuesday. “That’s higher than our murder rate, it’s higher than our rape rate, it’s higher than our robbery rate.”
He said there is no part of Amarillo that is devoid of gun violence, but there are places where it happens more often.
On the below map, the red sections show where Amarillo has a propensity for gun violence to occur, and the darker blue sections show where it is least likely. Herman referenced “cold spots” in the eastern, western, and southern outskirts of town, with north and central Amarillo being the hot spot areas where they see the most gun violence.
Courtesy: City of Amarillo
“When we break this down by the different quadrants of the city, the north and the west hold a disproportionate amount of this gun violence proportional to the size that they actually occupy. A majority of gun-related homicides occur in the northern neighborhood, and a majority of the gun-related domestic disputes occur in the western neighborhood,” Herman added. “When we were able to do some simple correlational statistical analysis, we see that neighborhoods that have greater gun violence also have higher unemployment, higher poverty, less homeownership, and less educational attainment.”
According to Herman, a majority of these shooting cases happen in aggravated assaults, followed by vandalism, then aggravated robbery, and finally homicide. He said over a third of all these shootings were done in a drive-by occurrence.
Out of the 355 shooting cases identified, they were able to locate 176 valid suspects, giving them a good sample size to look at shooter profiles.
“Over the past 12 months, over 50% of the shooters were under the age of 25. About a fifth of them were school-aged so 18 and younger. Overwhelmingly male, almost 90%,” said Herman. “About a fifth of them are registered in Txgang, which is Texas’ state federal identification system for gang members. And on average, most of them do have a quite colored history with APD. So an average of 10 past offenses, both violent and nonviolent, and three past violent offenses.”
Herman said shootings occur across every racial group in Amarillo. In the past 12 months, he said the majority of shooters were Hispanic, followed by Black individuals, then white individuals.
However, the demographics are different for shooting victims.
Herman said a majority of the intended victims or targets of shootings in Amarillo tend to be civilians who are not related to the shooter by blood or an intimate partnership. That is followed by property, inanimate objects as targets, and then followed by blood relatives and domestic partners.
According to Herman, in almost half of the cases where APD knows the motive behind why a shot was fired, they were motivated by a domestic dispute of some kind.
Amarillo PD receives federal grant for future Real-Time Crime Center
“Gun violence victims are on average more likely to be older than their shooters, and they’re more likely to be women than shooters are as well. And then shootings are equally likely to happen within racial groups as they are across them. Which kind of tells you that in Amarillo, there are no clear racial patterns that dictate why shootings happen in our city.”
In 50.6% of shootings, APD was not able to locate a motive, or suspect, and sometimes, could not even identify the victim or intended target. Herman said this is a huge gap in their knowledge and prevents them from keeping people safe.
“This, we can expect will get better with the development of the real-time crime center that’s being developed in APD,” Herman said. “But it also shows us that we have a dire need for improving the cooperation we have with our community, which will only get preceded by a better relationship between citizens and the police and citizens and their government.”
Amarillo Police Chief Martin Birkenfeld also said working on the real-time crime center will increase APD’s capabilities to more quickly identify offenders.
“That was one of the things that the report seems to indicate is that we’re moving in the right direction there,” Birkenfeld said. “But we’re moving very intentionally in building our crime center because we don’t want to either acquire technology or practices that aren’t helpful. So as we build the crime center, reports like this are helpful for us in that process.”
In 82.3% of shooting cases, Herman said they can attribute why the shooting occurred to one of four different factors, including gangs, youth offenders, drive-bys, and domestic violence.
“So in 82% of all the cases that we do have a little bit more information on, we can conclude that they are rooted in one of these four things, if not more.”
Herman said looking at the number of crimes that were committed by youth over the past five years in Amarillo, we are far below the pre-pandemic level, moving from about 2,900 to approximately 2,100 as of this year.
However, He said the nature of the crime committed by youth in Amarillo is changing.
“When we look at the amount of crimes that are committed by youth, which are of a violent nature, that percentage has gone up quite drastically since the pre-pandemic level, moving from 31% of all crimes to 39% of all crimes,” Herman said. “This kind of identifies that although maybe youths are not committing more crimes in the city, the nature of what they are trying to perpetrate is becoming more and more violent, which is both a problem for them and a problem for us as a city at large and dictates that we need to focus on them as a major lever for improvement.”
Herman said the analysis shows Amarillo has specific attributes that could be contributing to violent crime.
“It seems that we have a segregated community where a specific proportion is really locked out of a lot of social services. I think that puts a lot of pressures on families. I think that allows youth to sometimes fall into bad trends,” said Herman. “I think there needs to be a really big intervention with youth as young as possible, but also supporting our older people who are not in a circumstance that allows them to live the kind of life that they want to live.”
When asked about resources for areas with more shootings, Birkenfeld said APD will continue to focus on its neighborhood police officer program.
“One of the main things our neighborhood police officers do is build trust in that community. That means just talking to people, having community meetings, it could mean cooking hamburgers, in some cases, just whatever it takes to get the community involved and talk to us about what’s going on what things are important to them, and how we can help solve some of those problems,” Birkenfeld said.
Birkenfeld also said most crime guns come from a variety of sources, but a disproportionate number are stolen.
“So we encourage people, you know, you may carry your gun with you, but you’ve got to figure out a way to lock that up. Don’t just leave it in your car. You got to take good care of that,” Birkenfeld said. “We also want to make people aware that you know, just trading guns off to individuals, it can be hazardous because you don’t know where that gun is going necessarily. So make sure you know who you’re selling or trading your gun to.” | 2022-08-18T04:03:08Z | www.myhighplains.com | Gun violence report: 355 shootings in Amarillo in past 12 months | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/top-stories/gun-violence-report-355-shootings-in-amarillo-in-past-12-months/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/top-stories/gun-violence-report-355-shootings-in-amarillo-in-past-12-months/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT)— There are many different cloud types that change throughout our atmosphere day by day. Here is how you can identify the three basic cloud types and learn about their sub variations.
When observing cloud types, you have to keep in mind that there are different levels that you’re looking at, as well as three basic types. There are cirrus, cumulus, and stratus clouds at low, mid and high levels of altitude.
For clouds that bring rain there are the nimbostratus and cumulonimbus. Nimbostratus clouds usually only bring rain, while cumulonimbus clouds are associated with thunderstorms.
When you get the chance, take a look outside and see if you can spot these different cloud types! | 2022-08-18T12:11:17Z | www.myhighplains.com | How to identify different cloud types | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/how-to-identify-different-cloud-types/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/how-to-identify-different-cloud-types/ |
File photo (Ruben Flores/Nexstar)
CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with Palo Duro Canyon State Park announced Thursday that all trails are closed Thursday.
In a post on its Facebook page, trails at the state park are closed because of recent rains, and with rain in the forecast for the rest of the week. Officials said that all roads in the park are still open.
Officials also said in the post that because of the recent rains, the burn ban is lifted in the state park, stressing that “S’mores around the campfires are welcomed.”
For more information about the state park, visit its website. | 2022-08-18T15:18:38Z | www.myhighplains.com | Trails at Palo Duro Canyon closed Thursday | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/randall-county/trails-at-palo-duro-canyon-closed-thursday/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/randall-county/trails-at-palo-duro-canyon-closed-thursday/ |
TEXAS COUNTY, Okla. (KAMR/KCIT) – The Northwest Region of the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety reported that roadways in Texas County on US-54 and CR-19 are blocked off in both directions due to an “injury accident” on Thursday.
DPS detailed that troopers are en route and will have updates when they are further on the scene. | 2022-08-18T15:19:59Z | www.myhighplains.com | Report: Texas County roadways blocked due to ‘injury accident’ | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/oklahoma/report-texas-county-roadways-blocked-due-to-injury-accident/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/oklahoma/report-texas-county-roadways-blocked-due-to-injury-accident/ |
Santa Fe Depot
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the city of Amarillo announced that the city will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the new pavilion to be located on the Santa Fe Depot property.
According to previous reports by MyHighPlains.com, the Amarillo City Council unanimously approved a measure to add the pavilion to the depot during a June regular meeting. The $2.7 million open-air metal pavilion is expected to be funded through an excess collection of hotel occupancy taxes from the last year and the current year.
Amarillo City Council approves measure, adding pavilion to Santa Fe Depot
Officials with the city of Amarillo will host the groundbreaking at 8 a.m. Friday at the Santa Fe Depot, located at 401 S. Grant Street. The specific location of the pavilion is expected to be adjacent to the depot between Fourth and Fifth Street.
“The Santa Fe Depot is one of the most historic treasured landmarks in our downtown,” Beth Duke, the executive director of Center City of Amarillo, said in the release. “Amarillo is the largest city in Texas that owes its very existence to the railroad. The depot is close to the Amarillo Civic Center, and it will allow much-needed space for many entertainment options as a gathering place for our community.”
City of Amarillo officials said the pavilion is scheduled to be completed by the end of October, prior to the start of the WRCA World Championship Ranch Rodeo in November.
“WRCA is very excited to have the Pavilion. It is certainly a great enhancement to the overall facilities used to host the World Championship Ranch Rodeo,” Leman Wall, the association manager at the Working Ranch Cowboys Association, said in the release. “This makes it so much more convenient for our contestants and their horses.” | 2022-08-18T17:47:28Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo plans groundbreaking for Santa Fe Depot Pavilion | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/amarillo-plans-groundbreaking-for-santa-fe-depot-pavilion/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/amarillo-plans-groundbreaking-for-santa-fe-depot-pavilion/ |
Caprock, Oakdale elementary on lockdown due to gun threat in area
by: Erin Rosas, Angel Oliva
The Amarillo Police Department reports the person of interest has been found and all students are safe. Police said they are still investigating the incident.
Amarillo ISD released a statement saying that it received a tip of a student with a weapon on campus and was able to secure the school and apprehend the suspect quickly.
AISD officials said the student did not have a weapon in their possession.
AISD statement in full:
“Earlier today, we received a tip of a student with a weapon on campus at Caprock High School. We were able to quickly act to secure the school, and apprehend the suspect… all because someone on campus spoke up. The suspect did *not* have a weapon in possession. Regardless, it’s important to always investigate these types of situations thoroughly. We want to again emphasize the need for continued conversations to reinforce the “If you see something, say something” message. It is one of the most effective ways we can help keep our schools safe. To report something suspicious, contact an AISD staff member, police officer, or use the online School Safety First Form which can be found at www.amaisd.org/safety. We are grateful to parents and the community for their support and understanding today and every day as we work together to put the safety of our students and staff first.”
Amarillo ISD
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Amarillo Police Department reported on Thursday afternoon that Caprock and Oakdale elementary were on lockdown due to a gun sighting in the area until around 1:30 p.m.
APD on Twitter detailed that they received reports of a man seen with a “gun in waistband” on campus and then walking away from school. APD officers were “actively searching” the area after 1 p.m.
At around 1:30 p.m., the police department said that both Caprock and Oakdale were downgraded to “secure” status, with Oakdale elementary returning to “normal” status by 1:35 p.m. | 2022-08-18T20:29:19Z | www.myhighplains.com | Caprock, Oakdale elementary on lockdown due to gun threat in area | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/caprock-oakdale-elementary-on-lockdown-due-to-gun-threat-in-area/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/caprock-oakdale-elementary-on-lockdown-due-to-gun-threat-in-area/ |
In this photo made Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, a Tyson Foods, Inc., truck is parked at a food warehouse in Little Rock, Ark. (AP Photo/Danny Johnston)
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with Tyson Foods announced Thursday that $200 million in upgrades and expansion are expected to occur at the Tyson Beef Plant in Amarillo.
According to a news release from Tyson, officials are expected to expand and upgrade operations at the facility, as well as build a new 143,000-square-foot well-being area for team members, including locker rooms, a cafeteria and office space. Officials expect this addition to be completed by 2024.
Officials also said in the release that the expansion helps modernize the facility, supporting various sustainability efforts as well as enhancing automation and new technologies.
“We’re committed to be the most sought-after place to work and while we’ve invested heavily in new benefits for our team, this project will improve the onsite work experience for our team members, while making our operations more efficient,” Shane Miller, the group president for Tyson Foods Fresh Meats, said in the release.
According to the release, the Amarillo plant produces commodity cuts of fresh beef and specialty products. The facility also includes a ground beef patty operation and provides these products for customers throughout the United States and internationally.
“Thank you to Tyson Foods for its continued commitment to the Amarillo area,” Kevin Carter, the executive director of the Amarillo Economic Development Corporation, said in the release. “Today’s announcement solidifies Tyson’s position as a top economic driver in our community for years to come and the $200 million capital expenditure illustrates a significant investment in Tyson Foods’ future in Amarillo.” | 2022-08-18T20:29:25Z | www.myhighplains.com | Tyson to expand, upgrade Amarillo Beef Plant | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/tyson-to-expand-upgrade-amarillo-beef-plant/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/tyson-to-expand-upgrade-amarillo-beef-plant/ |
LUBBOCK, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Thursday, officials from the United Family announced that they will begin in-store hiring events to bring on new team members. The events will be from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Aug. 19 and 20 at United Supermarkets, Market Streets, and Amigos across Texas.
According to a United Family news release, possible team members that cannot show up at any store location can text “UNITEDJOBS or MARKETSTREETJOBS or AMIGOSJOBS” to 433-00 to apply.
Officials said guests that can show up at any store location can expect an on-the-spot interview during this two-day hiring event. Officials said team members have access to benefits of The United Family like grocery discounts, paid time off, leadership programs, and college savings opportunities.
Officials added that there is a $500 sign-on bonus for applicants who are hired into a food service management position. The United Family said applicants who possibly receive a job offer can start shifts as early as next week. Both full-time and part-time positions are available. | 2022-08-18T22:40:50Z | www.myhighplains.com | The United Family to host hiring events across all store locations | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/the-united-family-to-host-hiring-events-across-all-store-locations/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/the-united-family-to-host-hiring-events-across-all-store-locations/ |
CLOVIS, N.M. (KAMR/KCIT) — The Clovis Police Department reports that two men are wanted in connection with an August shooting that left a 16-year-old dead.
As was previously reported by MyHighPlains.com, the Clovis Police Department was called to an apartment building at 1100 Sycamore on Aug. 14 on a report of a gunshot victim. Police found the body of Jessie Villanes-Lerma, 16, dead from an apparent gunshot wound to his neck.
According to Clovis Police, during their investigation, Jimmy Whitlock, 42, of Clovis was identified as the alleged shooter. As of Thursday, investigators said they identified Deionte Fannin, 29, of Clovis as a potential accomplice.
29-year-old Deionte Fannin of Clovis left, 42-year-old Jimmy Whitlock of Clovis right – Via the Clovis Police Department
CPD said as of now both are still at large and have active warrants for their arrest with charges related to murder, aggravated burglary, felon in possession of a firearm, child abuse, conspiracy to commit aggravated burglary, and larceny of a firearm in connection to the shooting. | 2022-08-19T00:52:24Z | www.myhighplains.com | 2 wanted in connection to Aug. 14 Clovis shooting | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/2-wanted-in-connection-to-aug-14-clovis-shooting/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/2-wanted-in-connection-to-aug-14-clovis-shooting/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Despite recent rainfall, the High Plains region is still in a severe drought, which is just one more serious problem facing agriculture producers.
Oklahoma State Senator Casey Murdock (R-District 27) serves as the chair of the Senate Agriculture and Wildlife Committee and said the circumstances affecting ranchers and farmers are a perfect storm.
“What’s going on with inflation, and the supply chain issues, and then you throw the drought in on top of this, it is—it is devastating,” said Murdock.
Murdock is also a working rancher and said he is personally dealing with the drought.
He said the Oklahoma State Legislature passed a $3 million drought relief bill last spring, but it is not enough.
“That’s not even a drop in the bucket. More than likely that will go to volunteer firefighters or fire departments that are fighting these wildfires because of the drought,” Murdock said. “Because as far as the everyday farmer and rancher out there, the $3 million wouldn’t touch their losses.”
Texas State Representative Four Price (R-District 87) said while there is help at the federal level as well as through the USDA, farmers and ranchers are very concerned about day-to-day operations.
“We obviously can’t legislate rain. We can’t make it rain. However, there is certainly a lot of concern over, you know, how do we best prepare for not only the conditions today, but if these conditions continue into the future, because that’s what’s concerning,” Price said.
Price said they are beginning to plan the next statewide water plan and the legislature will work to structure legislation necessary for long-term planning to conserve water.
“It’s always tough. There’s no doubt about it, and like I said, we don’t know how long droughts will last. But if we don’t have some of the strategies employed, if we’re not preparing for the future, you know, we’ll suffer really severe consequences,” said Price.
While the region could get more much-needed rainfall through the weekend, it is not expected to break the drought. | 2022-08-19T02:52:13Z | www.myhighplains.com | Lawmakers look to address drought issues as farmers and ranchers struggle | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/top-stories/lawmakers-look-to-address-drought-issues-as-farmers-and-ranchers-struggle/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/top-stories/lawmakers-look-to-address-drought-issues-as-farmers-and-ranchers-struggle/ |
WEB EP#18: Anne Heche’s death, Pitt vs Jolie drama and more
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — In this week’s episode of the Weekly Entertainment Bubble we’re talking about the death of Anne Heche, the continued Brad Pitt vs Angelina Jolie drama, along with the release of a Selena Quintanilla album after her death, and the “Barbicore” summer trend.
Death of Anne Heche
Anne Heche died at the age of 53 due to smoke inhalation and “thermal injuries” from a fiery crash on Aug. 5 in Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner. The coroner added that the manner of death was an “accident” and that Heche suffered a “sternal fracture due to blunt trauma.”
On the day of the accident, Heche was taken to a hospital where she fell into a coma and never came out, reps for Heche detailed. She was pronounced legally dead as she was brain dead on Aug. 12 but remained on life support to preserve her organs for transplant.
Heche was removed from life support on Aug. 14 after her organs were removed for donation.
Jolie vs Pitt
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt continue to make headlines as it has surfaced that the 2016 FBI report, which was filed with the details of Pitt’s alleged aggressive behavior towards Jolie on a flight from France to Los Angeles, was filed by Jolie. Early reports indicated that the FBI report was filed under “Jane Doe.”
The FBI investigation into Pitt’s alleged actions was closed with no charges brought against Pitt.
Selena Quintanilla’s new music
In an interview with Jose Rosario of Latin Groove News, the father of Latin pop star Selena Quintanilla, announced that the family is collaborating with Warner Music to put out a new Selena record 27 years after her death.
The record will reportedly be a blend of new songs that were never released by Selena along with remixes of her classic songs.
Selena already has a MAC Cosmetics collaboration and holds the Guinness World Record for the biggest-selling Latin album in the U.S.
Selena died at the age of 23 after an altercation in a hotel room with the president of Selena’s fan club. The fight led to Selena being shot and killed by the fan club president.
The “Barbiecore” trend has taken off this summer with celebrities wearing all hot pink on the heels of the upcoming live-action Barbie movie, which will star Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling.
In a previous MyHighPlains story, the Barbiecore trend is explored including an in-depth look at the new barbie movie and the evolution and growth of the barbie doll. | 2022-08-19T16:48:40Z | www.myhighplains.com | WEB EP#18: Anne Heche’s death, Pitt vs Jolie drama and more | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/entertainment-news/entertainment-bubble/web-ep18-anne-heches-death-pitt-vs-jolie-drama-and-more/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/entertainment-news/entertainment-bubble/web-ep18-anne-heches-death-pitt-vs-jolie-drama-and-more/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Hope to Opportunities Foundation announced its annual client “Summer Bash” party set for Friday from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Advo, located at 5241 S. Washington St.
Clients, according to officials with the foundation, will enjoy water slides, a dunk tank, and other fun activities.
The Hope to Opportunities Foundation is a non-profit organization, associated with Advo Companies, that provides services to those with “intellectual and physical disabilities” along with individuals with closed head injuries, cerebral palsy, and those that are deaf, autistic, and diabetic, said officials.
For more information on the Hope to Opportunities Foundation visit the Facebook page or call 806-342-0600. | 2022-08-19T16:48:46Z | www.myhighplains.com | Hope to Opportunities to host ‘Summer Bash’ for clients | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/hope-to-opportunities-to-host-summer-bash-for-clients/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/hope-to-opportunities-to-host-summer-bash-for-clients/ |
FLORIDA/MARYLAND (KAMR/KCIT) — Check out the waterspouts that have been occurring so far this month!
The first clips are from Destin, Fla where a large waterspout formed in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of the Florida Panhandle on Aug. 16. According to a resident at Silver Shells Beach, the waterspout traveled eastward for about 20 minutes without making landfall or causing any damage.
The next clips happened near Smith Island, Md on Aug. 5. A waterspout moved onshore that evening and became a tornado, causing damage to various houses and boats on the island. Maryland Gov Larry Hogan said that damage-assessment teams were on site and that the state would provide “full resources … to assist with the response.” The waterspout-turned-tornado was later given an EF1 rating by the National Weather Service. | 2022-08-19T16:50:37Z | www.myhighplains.com | Extreme Weather Fridays: Large and dangerous waterspouts | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/top-stories/extreme-weather-fridays-large-and-dangerous-waterspouts/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/top-stories/extreme-weather-fridays-large-and-dangerous-waterspouts/ |
Horses at Dove Creek Equine Rescue
CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Dove Creek Equine Rescue has been around for nearly ten years, working as a non-profit to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome horses in the Texas Panhandle.
This year, they’re joining NBC’s Clear the Shelters initiative.
Ali McEwen, Dove Creek’s operations director and volunteer coordinator, said while they are not a “normal” animal shelter, they are working to save the lives of horses.
“Our goal is to bring them in, bring them back to good health, and see if they can enter a training program, and then possibly be rehabbed for a working or companion horse.”
After nearly ten years, McEwen said they have been able to adopt out more than 75% of the horses they have taken in. But right now, their herd is at capacity.
“We can only keep 30. So when one goes out, we can bring one in that’s on our waiting list, and we do have a waiting list,” she said. “The next 10 years with our growth, I think we’re going to be able to adopt out so many more and educate a lot more on the importance of rescuing them and how desperately it’s needed here in the Texas panhandle.”
With inflation, supply chain issues, and drought, McEwen said they are receiving many calls for horses whose owners cannot afford to take care of them.
“Hay is at an all-time high. Feed is at an all time high. So that is where our greatest need is right now is a lot of people just cannot afford to care for them,” she said. “So we need to open our doors and make sure that we can do that for them.”
McEwen said they also need resources. They recently ran a campaign to help feed horses with less pasture for them to graze on.
She said they also still need volunteer help.
“We need volunteers to help us check the herd, check their feet, groom them daily so that we know that their care’s good,” McEwen said. “Just a second pair of eyes on them, and then helping us feed all of the ones that need to be fed three to four times a day when you get them in.”
For extremely malnourished horses, she said some need to be fed four times a day for six months to get back to health.
McEwen said their greatest need is finding new homes for older horses who are no longer ridable. She said when they are adopting out a horse, they have taken plenty of time to get to know the horse, and learn their quirks.
“A lot of people think that rescue horses are just completely damaged and they’re not. They just need a second chance and our companion [horses], it is very hard. Sometimes they have an injury that we just feel they no longer need to be rideable, but they are still lovable for humans and they are great companions for other horses.”
Click here for adoption forms.
She said adopting a companion horse comes with plenty of benefits.
“It’s a very calming effect. You get home from a busy day at work and you get to just come out and love on them. And once they become your companion, they’re gonna meet you, they’re gonna greet you, they’re gonna love on you,” McEwen added. “And a horse is a mirror image of you. So sometimes when you’ve had a bad day, their reaction may be the same and you’re gonna see what you’re going through. And when you get to see that in the mirror, you kind of let it go a little bit easier. And for other horses, if you’ve got working horses or anything when they come in, to not be alone.”
Click here to see adoptable horses or click here to donate. | 2022-08-19T19:56:06Z | www.myhighplains.com | Clear the Shelters: Dove Creek Equine Rescue giving horses a second chance | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/clear-the-shelters/clear-the-shelters-dove-creek-equine-rescue-giving-horses-a-second-chance/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/clear-the-shelters/clear-the-shelters-dove-creek-equine-rescue-giving-horses-a-second-chance/ |
via Texas Association of School Administrators
AUSTIN, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Texas Association of School Administration (TASA) announced on Friday that six educators, including a Borger teacher, have been named finalists for the 2023 Texas Teacher of the Year award.
TASA released the following list of the Texas Elementary Teacher of the Year finalists:
The following teachers were named finalists for the Texas Secondary Teacher of the Year by TASA:
According to TASA, the finalists will be interviewed on Oct. 20 by a panel of judges composed of representatives of educational leadership associations, along with community and business leaders, to determine the Teacher of the Year award winners.
The panel, TASA noted, will choose two state-level winners: Elementary Teacher of the Year and Secondary Teacher of the Year, one of which will be selected to represent Texas in the National Teacher of the Year program.
The winner is set to be announced at an award ceremony on Oct. 21 at the Kalahari Resort & Convention Center in Round Rock.
Visit the TASA website to learn about the association and the Teacher of the Year award. | 2022-08-19T19:56:42Z | www.myhighplains.com | Borger teacher named finalist for 2023 Texas Teacher of the Year | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/hutchinson-county/borger-teacher-named-finalist-for-2023-texas-teacher-of-the-year/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/hutchinson-county/borger-teacher-named-finalist-for-2023-texas-teacher-of-the-year/ |
ROOSEVELT COUNTY, N.M. (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the New Mexico State Police released information regarding a Thursday afternoon incident outside of Portales that left one woman dead.
According to a news release from New Mexico State Police, officials responded to the 1400 block of Roosevelt Road 5, just outside Portales, around 12 p.m. Thursday after hearing that a woman had been hit by a flatbed trailer.
After an investigation, officials found that a woman, identified as 82-year-old Virginia Poe, was checking her mailbox at her home. An 88-year-old neighbor, driving a 2001 GMC pickup and pulling an empty flatbed trailer, stopped on the road to speak with her.
The neighbor, after the conversation ended, drove onto Poe’s property to make a U-turn. According to the release, the trailer struck Poe while the truck was entering the roadway. EMS was subsequently called and Poe was taken to a nearby hospital, where she later died.
Officials said the crash continues to be investigated by New Mexico State Police. | 2022-08-19T19:56:48Z | www.myhighplains.com | 1 dead after being hit by trailer near Portales | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/roosevelt-county/1-dead-after-being-hit-by-trailer-near-portales/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/roosevelt-county/1-dead-after-being-hit-by-trailer-near-portales/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — It’s awesome when we have an athlete from the High Plains make it big on the national level, it’s even cooler that we’re highlight sisters who will represent the area on a national level.
Blake Graham was recently selected to the USA Gymnastics Junior National Team, she competes in the Tumbling and Trampoline categories and was selected as an “elite specialist” in the Double Mini Trampoline category.
Blake’s first National Team training camp will be in September. Along with being an elite gymnast, Blake also goes to Tascosa High School and competes in volleyball, track, works on the Student Council and participates in other student activities.
Chandler Graham is also competing on the national level and was recently selected to represent USA Gymnastics on the 2022 World Age Group Competition Team. Chandler will go to the WAGC in Bulgaria in November. Before that she will head to training camp in October.
Chandler was also selected to the Elite Development Program Team which is made up of younger athletes identified as potential future National Team members. She will head to a special training camp with that group in September.
Chandler is an 8th grader at Austin Middle School and also participates in basketball, Student Council, National Junior Honor Society, and other student activities.
There is currently a GoFundMe set up to help Chandler get to Bulgaria. | 2022-08-19T22:46:49Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Sisters Set to Compete on National Level with USA Gymnastics | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/amarillo-sisters-set-to-compete-on-national-level-with-usa-gymnastics/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/amarillo-sisters-set-to-compete-on-national-level-with-usa-gymnastics/ |
On August 21st, National Senior Citizens Day honors the accomplishments of our country’s more mature representatives. The day allows us to express our gratitude for their dedication, accomplishments, and services throughout their lives. According to the 2017 census, the United States has 47 million seniors. By 2060, that figure will have nearly doubled. Today you could take some time out of your day to spend with your grandparents and those older members of your family. Seniors have a wealth of wisdom to share. Take senior’s friends and family out to eat, or give them a call and get an update on how they’re doing. Seniors are eligible for certain discounts depending on the location. | 2022-08-21T20:53:26Z | www.myhighplains.com | Upcoming National and International days for this week: August 15 | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/top-stories/upcoming-national-and-international-days-for-this-week-august-15/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/top-stories/upcoming-national-and-international-days-for-this-week-august-15/ |
Starting the morning with temps in the 50’s and 60’s. Fog has developed across the area and is reducing the visibility to a quarter of a mile for some. Drizzle is also occurring across the Panhandle. Be sure to give yourself some extra time this morning to make it safely to your destination. Fog is expected to move out by mid-morning. Highs for today will be in the 70’s and 80’s. Temps will still be running below seasonal for today and the rest of the week. Southern t-showers will continue to the south and southeast this afternoon and into tomorrow morning. Rain looks to return to the SE on Thursday then to the N/NW on Friday evening. More rain potential for the weekend. | 2022-08-22T12:25:51Z | www.myhighplains.com | Morning fog and drizzle, cool summer afternoon | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/weather-headlines/forecast/morning-fog-and-drizzle-cool-summer-afternoon/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/weather-headlines/forecast/morning-fog-and-drizzle-cool-summer-afternoon/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – According to the latest reports from GasBuddy, Amarillo gas prices fell 2.8 cents per gallon in the last week to reach an average of $3.34/gallon on Monday. Those prices are 49.9 cents lower than a month ago and 61 cents higher than a year ago.
The cheapest station in Amarillo, reported by GasBuddy, was priced at $3.25/gallon on Sunday while the most expensive was $3.49/gallon, a difference of 24 cents. The lowest price in Texas yesterday was $2.96/gallon while the highest was $4.87/gallon, a difference of $1.91.
Nationally, gas prices fell 5.1 cents per gallon over the last week, reaching an average of $3.86/gallon on Monday. The national average was down 51.3 cents per gallon from a month ago and 72.2 cents higher than a year ago. Nationally, the price of diesel declined 6.3 cents in the last week to stand at $4.97/gallon.
Lubbock- $3.30/gallon, down 3.1 cents per gallon from last week’s $3.33/gallon.
Midland Odessa- $3.47/gallon, down 9.1 cents per gallon from last week’s $3.56/gallon.
Oklahoma- $3.46/gallon, up 2.6 cents per gallon from last week’s $3.43/gallon. | 2022-08-22T16:08:02Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo gas prices fall 2.8 cents, average $3.34/gallon | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/gas-tracker/amarillo-gas-prices-fall-2-8-cents-average-3-34-gallon/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/gas-tracker/amarillo-gas-prices-fall-2-8-cents-average-3-34-gallon/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Amarillo Police Officers Association and the 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle have teamed up for their 3rd annual Swing for a Good Cause golf tournament. All proceeds will go to benefit Amarillo and other area first responders.
The tournament will be on Saturday, Sept. 10 at Palo Duro Creek golf course. The registration will begin at 8 a.m., and the tournament will start at 9 a.m.
For more information, you can visit swingforacause.com | 2022-08-22T16:08:54Z | www.myhighplains.com | Hit the links and Swing for a Good Cause | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/today-in-amarillo/hit-the-links-and-swing-for-a-good-cause/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/today-in-amarillo/hit-the-links-and-swing-for-a-good-cause/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the city of Amarillo announced Monday that Amarillo Mayor Ginger Nelson will conduct the “Amarillo Talks Business” tour, touting the recent economic accomplishments in the Amarillo area.
According to a news release from the city of Amarillo, Nelson will visit area businesses throughout the next month, speaking with the owners and employees. The tour will be featured on the city’s social media outlets in the next month.
“What is happening in Amarillo right now as far as economic growth is unprecedented,” Nelson said in the release. “There is no better source to discuss Amarillo’s success than those who are helping make it happen – Amarillo businesses. This is what Amarillo Talks Business is all about.”
This comes after the Texas Workforce Commission recently reported that Amarillo tied with the Austin-Round Rock area for the lowest non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in the state with 3.1% in July. City of Amarillo officials also cited the recent decision by Producer Owned Beef, LLC to build its new processing plant in Amarillo, along with the recent developments at the Commons at St. Anthony’s as well as at the Santa Fe Depot.
“Amarillo is enjoying economic success in a variety of ways. This is a historic time for Amarillo as far as economic growth,” Nelson said in the release. “What is happening in Amarillo is exciting – now and for the future.” | 2022-08-22T16:09:06Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Mayor to host ‘Amarillo Talks Business’ tour | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/amarillo-mayor-to-host-amarillo-talks-business-tour/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/amarillo-mayor-to-host-amarillo-talks-business-tour/ |
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the Cannon Air Force Base announced Monday that an airman was killed in a motorcycle accident Sunday.
According to a news release from the Cannon Air Force Base, Brendan Carr, an airman first class of the 27th Special Operations Maintenance Squadron, was killed in a motorcycle accident on Sunday in Portales, N.M. Officials said specific details surrounding the incident are under investigation.
“The 27th Special Operations Maintenance Group is saddened at the loss of A1C Carr,” U.S. Air Force Col. Harry Seibert, 27th Special Operations Maintenance Group commander, said in the release. “He was an exceptionally hard-working aircraft hydraulic systems apprentice who always came to work motivated and eager to learn his job. He was full of energy, loved to chat with people, and was always willing to help others in need. Our prayers go out to his wife, daughter and family.”
“We are mourning Brendan’s passing as members of his Air Force family,” U.S. Air Force Col. Terence Taylor, 27th Special Operations Wing commander said in the release. “Our hearts are with those who knew and loved him. We are committed to taking care of his family, friends and fellow Airmen, ensuring those affected get the support they need during this tragic time.” | 2022-08-22T19:26:34Z | www.myhighplains.com | Cannon Air Force Base airmen dead after Sunday accident | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/cannon-air-force-base-airmen-dead-after-sunday-accident/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/cannon-air-force-base-airmen-dead-after-sunday-accident/ |
My Chemical Romance kick off North American Tour in Oklahoma City on August 20, 2022.
My Chemical Romance performing in Oklahoma City on August 20, 2022.
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma (KAMR/KCIT) — The year is 2019, My Chemical Romance is back together and playing a show in Los Angeles, tickets sell out within minutes. The band goes on stage, it’s been six years since they announced they were splitting up. The show is a success, but it would be the only opportunity to see them, because the pandemic begins, and everything comes to a stop.
By now you may have clicked out of this article, thinking “why do I care”, and it’s a good question. Music to me is therapy, whether it’s lyrics that you can relate to, or those that make you laugh, or take you out of your head for a few hours, but music can connect people in ways that conversations cannot.
I know, My Chemical Romance’s music isn’t for everyone. A staple in the pop punk/emo world with their iconic “Welcome to the Black Parade” hit and “Teenagers” but those who venture far into their discography will tell you there are some great songs that meant a lot to them growing up.
Fans will tell you their music makes them feel like their weirdness is ok, that someone understands them, accepts them. They’re among a fandom of quirky unique people connected through music. If you deep dive into the internet, you’ll even find many posts about how the band saved their life, tattoos covering the scars where they tried to take their own life. The band promotes a culture of being yourself, not giving yourself over to the internet world, and believing that you can do anything you want, be anything you want, that you matter, and to be yourself no matter what.
But let’s take it back to the start. Gerard Way from New Jersey was involved in a number of local bands, but while music was his passion, working and making money to survive is also a priority, plus he didn’t even think he could sing well. In 2001, while traveling to work in New York, Way would end up witnessing the September 11th attacks, and at that moment decided life was short, and that he needed to pursue his love of music.
Matt Pelissier joined as the drummer, as did amazing guitarist Ray Toro, and Gerard’s brother Mikey, who came up with the band’s name. Then after his original band broke up, another amazing guitar player Frank Iero would join the band in 2002.
Months later their debut album “I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love” is released. Then in 2003 the band signed with Reprise Records and started working on their second album “Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge” which went platinum in less than a year and featured hits like “I’m Not Okay (I Promise)”, “Thank You for the Venom” and “Helena”. During this time the band would also replace their drummer with Bob Bryar.
Fame and notoriety would increase in 2006 with the making of their next album “The Black Parade” with iconic songs like “Welcome to the Black Parade”, “Teenagers” and “Cancer” as well as “Famous Last Words”.
Then in 2009 the band released their next album “Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys” featuring songs like “Na Na Na (Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na)”, and “Bulletproof Heart” while parting ways with their drummer Bob Bryar. Then parting ways with their next drummer Michael Pedicone after the band says he stole from them.
In 2012 the band released “Conventional Weapons” which was unreleased songs recorded in 2009 that were released in sets of two. In 2013 the band announced they were splitting up, with all members going off to create their own solo projects.
In 2019 the band announced their return, with tickets to their Los Angeles show selling out in four minutes. That show getting a lot of praise. Then their UK tour sold out quickly, but because of the pandemic it was postponed. The UK tour people purchased tickets for in June of 2020 finally took place in May of 2022.
Oh yeah, we also need to cover the random single they released in May of 2022, “The Foundations of Decay”.
We’re caught up on our MCR history, which takes us to the night of August 20, 2022. I sat just a few rows away from the stage, excitement stirring and feeling like I had personally waited three years for the return of this band when in reality I’ve only made the deep dive into MCR for a few months, but it quickly took over my attention, with song lyrics speaking to me on a deeper level.
The concert was worth the wait, Gerard Way in Joker facepaint, the uniqueness of his attire mirroring some outfit choices in the UK tour. They played several of their hits, as well as a few fans haven’t heard in more than a decade including “Bury Me in Black” which they haven’t played live in about 19 years and “This is the Best Day Ever” which hasn’t been performed live since about 2005.
A great start to the U.S. tour, and hopefully a sign that the band is back, they’re making music, and making young and elder emos happy along the way. Moral of this entire article, music is awesome, concerts are fun, and don’t judge a band by their look or their fans. For anyone who has an MCR fan, ask why they like them so much, you might learn something about them. | 2022-08-22T19:27:19Z | www.myhighplains.com | My Chemical Romance Kick Off Long-Awaited North American Tour in OKC | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/my-chemical-romance-kick-off-long-awaited-north-american-tour-in-okc/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/my-chemical-romance-kick-off-long-awaited-north-american-tour-in-okc/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Every day is already worth celebrating, informing people about what day of the week a National or International day falls on is just a reminder. Every week we’ll have a full slate of days to celebrate and deals to capitalize on. Last week included National Relaxation Day, National Rum Day, and National Radio Day.
Recognizes the accomplishments of every lifesaving surgeon who specializes in aiming to abolish cancer. A surgical oncologist’s mission is to both diagnose cancer and cure it through surgery. They may perform a needle biopsy to take a sample or perform surgery to remove all or parts of the cancerous tissue.
National “Be an Angel Day” encourages people to do good deeds and acts of kindness to others. Supporting those in need and inspiring others to kindness, we display an act of an angel here on earth. The day also recognizes those who’ve been angels to us. Everyone has that angel in their life that can turn their day around. Whether it’s bad news or poor planning, we all have them, today is when we celebrate them.
National “Take Your Cat to the Vet Day“
Keep your fluffy house pets feline fine, up to speed, and healthy by scheduling a preventive check-up on National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day, aiming to avoid painful and costly problems in the future.
Summer coming to an end heading into our next season Ride with the Wind day encourages people to be adventurous. A trip to an aerospace museum, or get flying yourself by scheduling a parachuting or bungee jumping experience, windsurfing, an airplane ride, or similar.
“Health Unit Coordinators Day“
The world is currently battling with a ton of problems with the pandemic being the most challenging this day is important because it reminds us of the important teamwork taking place in medical facilities and why health unit coordinators are so vital and indispensable.
This day in August honors the 20-year basketball career of Kobe Bryant, this day is celebrated each year in his memory. Kobe Bean Bryant was Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on August 23, 1978, ironically the day before his national day. Kobe day on 8/24 is an attribute to his two jersey numbers worn during his career #8 and #24. Bryant passed away on January 26, 2020, at age 41.
This day is marked as the anniversary of the first waffle iron patent issued. Waffles can be served in the Belgian way as street food with powdered sugar, or the way Americans know best with syrup and butter, or the way you choose.
National “Kiss And Make Up Day“
Let go of petty grudges and drawn-out fights, and Kiss and Make Up with those nearest and dearest to you, whether that’s a sibling, friend, spouse, or anyone else.
Ice cream is a great treat when standing alone but add a banana cut in half, Three scoops of ice cream, strawberries, chocolate and vanilla, Cherries, Hot fudge, Peanuts, and Whipped cream, and you get a new tastier creation. Legend has it the original banana split wasn’t created in an ice cream parlor but in a pharmacy in 1904. Banana splits were the brainchild of David Evans Strickler, a pharmacist’s apprentice who enjoyed experimenting with new soda fountain sundaes in his free time.
National “Secondhand Wardrobe Day“
On this day people can take some time to do summer cleaning before Fall, donating the clothes that are not needed or wanted. Buying clothes second-hand and donating your used clothing creates a positive cycle that is crucial for cutting back our waste.
Here’s a list of ten thrift shops in Amarillo, here.
A man’s best friend should be celebrated every day due to the unconditional love they give their counterparts. National Dog Day was first established in 2004 by pet & family lifestyle advocate Colleen Paige. The aim of promoting this day is to raise awareness about adopting these animals who are currently in rescue centers. In addition, on this day promote dog ownership of all breeds, pure and mixed.
National “Women Equality Day”
Women’s Equality Day commemorates the 26 of August in 1920 when votes for women officially became part of the US constitution. This day marks a turning point in the history of the struggle for equal treatment of women and women’s rights. Women are strong, lovely people that have a plethora of different talents, having the ability to create life is just the most obvious.
In honor of Women’s Equality Day, United Methodist Church in Amarillo will host the 12th Annual Louise Daniel Women’s History Luncheon, Recognizing Women in Real Estate. The event will begin around 11:30 a.m. at the Polk Street United Methodist Church.
Gas plays a big role in our lives National Petroleum Day might not be the most celebrated this year amid this gas price crisis. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness about industry issues and to recognize the importance and effect of petroleum resources in our lives.
National Just Because Day is really a day that people celebrate it offers up an opportunity to do stuff just because. So feel free to celebrate this day any way you choose maybe try something outside of your set daily plans, and live outside the box.
National “Banana Lovers Day”
It’s Bananas B-A-N-A-N-A-S day some people refer to it as the world’s first cultivated fruit. Some peel them and enjoy them, some slice them for ice cream, cereal, toast, or bake them into bread. The recipes for bananas are endless and they are a potassium-rich, quick, easy, healthy, and cheap snack.
You don’t have to hear it through the grapevine to know that today ushers in the flavors of fall. The signal from the grapes ripening is a time for warmer sips, red wine means tailgating and spicy foods. Red wine day can be used to test the difference between red wines: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot noir, Port, and Syrah.
National “Bow Tie Day“
From the normal day-to-day worker to John Wick, a bow time can make anyone look important. Bow ties add a certain class to a suit that a regular tie can’t bring in my opinion. Get dressed to nines with a bow tie today and experience a day of elegance. | 2022-08-22T22:19:32Z | www.myhighplains.com | Upcoming National and International days for this week: August 22 | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/entertainment-news/upcoming-national-and-international-days-for-this-week-august-22/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/entertainment-news/upcoming-national-and-international-days-for-this-week-august-22/ |
Via: Tri-City Music Concert Association
BORGER, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with Live On Stage, Inc. and the Tri-City Music Concert Association have announced that they will host a concert titled “Through the Years” at 7 p.m. on Monday, September 12 at Borger Senior High School, located at 100 W 1st Street.
According to a news release, Don Gatlin, longtime friend of Kenny Rogers, has joined Kenny’s original band to present a song catalog while sharing the untold stories from his illustrious career. Kenny was a GRAMMY Award-winning superstar that entertained fans for six decades and has sold over 120 million albums worldwide.
Officials stated that this show would pay respect to the country music legend and the people he called “friend”, and shared the stage and memories throughout his career.
Single tickets for this event are $30, or $5 for students. Season tickets to Tri-City Music Concert Association’s 2022-2023 series are now available. Subscriptions to the five-concert lineup are $40 for adults $35 for seniors and $100 for family.
The Tri-City Music Concert Association has been presenting nationally acclaimed artists to
Hutchinson County and the Panhandle of Texas since 1948. This all-volunteer nonprofit organization,
in partnership with their patrons and sponsors, is committed to enriching the cultural life of Borger and
the surrounding communities through live performances offered at affordable, family friendly prices. | 2022-08-22T22:20:00Z | www.myhighplains.com | Tri-City Music to host ‘Through the Years’ with the Kenny Rogers Band | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/hutchinson-county/tri-city-music-to-host-through-the-years-with-the-kenny-rogers-band/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/hutchinson-county/tri-city-music-to-host-through-the-years-with-the-kenny-rogers-band/ |
CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Canyon Independent School District’s Board of Trustees gathered for a Monday morning special meeting, establishing the budget and the tax rate for the 2022-23 school year.
This comes after the 2022-23 school year began earlier this month, with the district opening two new campuses, West Plains High School and Randall Junior High after voters approved a nearly $200 million bond in 2018.
Officials said the district saw an overall decrease in the district’s tax rate for the 2022-23 school year. Darryl Flusche, the superintendent for Canyon ISD, said the rate passed during Monday’s meeting was $1.14, compared to last year’s rate of $1.233.
Heather Wilson, the district’s assistant superintendent of business and operations, said both portions of the tax rate, the maintenance and operations part as well as the interest and sinking part, decreased, causing an overall 9.3 cent decrease in the rate.
Flusche said this reduction is mainly because of the increase in property values in the area.
“That reduction is because of two things, one, the property value increase went up so high across the area, across the state really,” Flusche said. “Then, in addition to that, we can lower our tax rate because we are able to accommodate our revenues and our needs with this deficit budget.” | 2022-08-22T22:21:22Z | www.myhighplains.com | Canyon ISD lowers tax rate for 2022-23 school year | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/canyon-isd-lowers-tax-rate-for-2022-23-school-year/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/canyon-isd-lowers-tax-rate-for-2022-23-school-year/ |
via Texas Tech University Website
Texas Tech University celebrates its inaugural ‘Day of Giving’
LUBBOCK, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — According to a release from the Texas Tech University Office of Communications and Marketing, officials announced a successful “Day of Giving” acknowledging the 1,200 donors from 33 states, that raised more than $300,000 aiming to benefit students and projects for the university.
According to TTU officials, the event was a social media-driven online charitable event that consisted of projects from all 13 of TTU’s colleges and other areas of the university. The event spanned about 32 hours on Aug. 16 and 17.
TTU said 19 projects were featured on “Day of Giving”, and donors extended throughout the university as gifts were made both online and offline to a wide variety of funds.
Officials said that gifts designated for “Day of Giving” that were mailed in as checks are still being calculated, so the total amount raised is expected to grow.
To see the amount each of the 2022 featured projects from Day of Giving raised, visit here. | 2022-08-23T22:47:35Z | www.myhighplains.com | Texas Tech University celebrates its inaugural ‘Day of Giving’ | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/texas-tech-university-celebrates-its-inaugural-day-of-giving/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/texas-tech-university-celebrates-its-inaugural-day-of-giving/ |
This story may feature details that some readers may find disturbing.
TEXICO, N.M. (KAMR/KCIT) — Two Curry County residents were recently charged via criminal complaint in Curry County Magistrate Court on 23 counts relating to child abuse, surrounding incidents that were reported and observed by New Mexico’s Children, Youth and Families Department in July.
According to documents filed Monday, 37-year-old Jayme L. Kushman and 29-year-old Jaime Kay Sena were both charged via criminal complaint in Curry County on 21 counts of “Child Abuse – Intentional (No Death or Great Bodily Harm), one count of “Conspiracy to Commit Abuse of a Child (Does Not Result in Death or Great Bodily Harm) and one count of “Obstructing Investigation of Child Abuse.”
Kushman
The charges for both Kushman and Sena allegedly abused four children, ranging from the ages of 5 to 14, at their home in Texico. Through home visits, interviews, a Child Protective Services Intake Report, as well as searches of the home and of electronics, investigators with the New Mexico State Police, along with the Children, Youth and Families Department, found alleged proof of the child abuse.
The criminal complaint alleges that both Kushman and Sena abused four children, ages 5, 6, 11 and 14, by allegedly chaining their ankles to their beds as well as torturing, starving and abusing the children. However, the documents released details that six children were under the care of both Kushman and Sena during this time period.
In the affidavit for the arrest warrant for both Kushman and Sena, officials detail interviews that were conducted with the six kids, as well as details noted during a home visit, conducted on July 22 in Texico. According to the documents, officials released details on the kids being chained to their beds, as well as being hit with a paddle or is chained “if (any of the chidlren) steals food… or scream that they are hungry.”
Officials also detailed the status of the Texico house, which officials described as having a urine odor. They described that the house had no running water and the sewage was “backed up.”
After conducting the house visit, and conducting interviews with the children, officials obtained a search warrant for the home, which officials conducted on August 1. During this search, officials obtained multiple chains, keys, padlocks, paddles and a camera.
Officials also seized Kushman and Sena’s cell phones, where officials found more than 15 videos which allegedly showed one of the kids being abused. One video, officers described, was of a child being “smothered in his own vomit by Kushman on his bed,” along with multiple videos of that same child being tortured after crying that he is starving.
Kushman and Sena were both booked into the Curry County Jail on Monday, according to court documents. | 2022-08-24T00:39:48Z | www.myhighplains.com | 2 Curry County women charged for child abuse allegations | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/2-curry-county-women-charged-for-child-abuse-allegations/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/2-curry-county-women-charged-for-child-abuse-allegations/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the Potter County Historical Commission announced that Tuesday, Aug. 30 will mark the 135th anniversary of the organization of Potter County and the selection of Amarillo as its county seat.
History of Potter County
According to a release from the Potter County Historical Commission, on Aug. 30, 1887, an electorate comprised mostly of cowboys came together on ranches and outposts to choose the first Potter County officials who would lead the new government. Voters were also asked to choose a county seat from among multiple competing townsites located between West and East Amarillo creeks in the southern part of the county. J.T. Berry’s townsite called Oneida took the most votes, was renamed Amarillo, and grew to be the leading city of the Texas Panhandle.
Prior to 1874, Potter County was the realm of the Quahadi Comanche and immense herds of American bison, commonly known as buffalo. Incursions by buffalo hunters sparked armed conflict between the hunters and Comanches, who depended on buffalo for food, clothing and tools. In response, the U.S. Cavalry under Col. Ranald S. MacKenzie launched a series of military operations against allied native tribes in 1874, resulting in the defeat of the tribes and their eventual forced relocation to reservations in Oklahoma.
In the years that followed, the LX, Frying Pan and other large cattle ranches were established in the county. In 1881, neighboring Oldham County was organized with Tascosa as its seat and assumed legal jurisdiction over Potter County, which still had no elected government. That same year, investors led by Grenville Dodge began constructing the Fort Worth and Denver Railroad with plans to build through Potter County. Six years later, with railroad construction crews encamped at Ragtown near what would become Amarillo, Oldham County officials called an election to organize Potter County and establish a county seat.
By 1890, Potter County boasted a population of 849, growing to more than 12,000 residents by 1910 with the bulk of the population residing in and around Amarillo.
Berry’s Oneida/Amarillo townsite lay west of the present-day Washington/Adams/Hughes corridor
in what is known as Old Town Amarillo. After winning the favor of the voters, the county’s first courthouse was built there, along with a depot for the Fort Worth and Denver Railroad. Henry Sanborn, a former investor in the Frying Pan Ranch who came to Texas to market newly invented barbed wire, established a competing townsite east of Old Town that was on higher ground, eventually luring most of the businesses and residents of Berry’s flood-prone townsite to what is now called the Glidden and Sanborn Addition in downtown Amarillo.
“The decades that followed Potter County’s founding brought thousands of people from all
backgrounds to our county, and the Potter County Historical Commission is committed to telling
the stories of everyone who had a hand in making Amarillo and Potter County what they are,”
Garza said.
Potter County Historical Commission
The Potter County Historical Commission is an appointed body that coordinates the state’s
historical marker program in the county for the Texas Historical Commission. Lance Garza, marker
chair, said much of the early history of Potter County and Amarillo has been documented on multiple markers out of a total of 130 scattered around the county.
“The Texas Historical Commission’s website features a searchable atlas of all the state’s historical
markers, and on the 135th anniversary of Potter County’s organization we are encouraging county
residents to explore a history that is often overlooked and underappreciated,” Garza said.
The boundaries of Potter County, along with 25 other Panhandle counties, were established by the
Texas Legislature in 1876. The county was named for Robert Potter, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence, and attached to Bexar County for legal purposes as few people lived in the Texas Panhandle at that time.
More information on the history of Potter County can be found online at The Handbook of Texas
History Online. Information on the Texas Historical Marker program can be found on the website
of the Texas Historical Commission. Information on existing markers and their locations can found
online at THC’s historical marker atlas site. | 2022-08-24T00:40:06Z | www.myhighplains.com | Potter County to celebrate 135 years | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/potter-county/potter-county-to-celebrate-135-years/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/potter-county/potter-county-to-celebrate-135-years/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — We’ve got great talent in our area. Hank Vincent is one of those musicians.
You can see him perform at Starlight Canyon Bed & Breakfast on August 24th at 7 p.m.. Tickets can purchased online or at the gate. This is a family-friendly event where you’re allowed to bring your own chairs, blankets, and drinks. There will be a food truck serving up food to eat.
For more information on Hank Vincent including his other performances click here. | 2022-08-24T00:40:30Z | www.myhighplains.com | Hank Vincent Performs Ahead of Songwriter Series Concert | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/hank-vincent-performs-ahead-of-songwriter-series-concert/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/hank-vincent-performs-ahead-of-songwriter-series-concert/ |
4 fun facts, 4 moments to honor Kobe Bean Bryant’s 44th birthday
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022, marks the 44th birthday of Kobe Bean Bryant who died on Jan. 26, 2020, in a helicopter crash. Bryant often referred to as “Black Mamba” is and was a big inspiration to those who supported him old and young. After retiring from the NBA in 2016 Bryant pursued sports-related ventures, notably the Mamba Sports Academy facilities for current and aspiring athletes.
Kobe Bryant’s favorite quote:
“Life is too short to get bogged down and be discouraged. You have to keep moving. You have to keep going. Put one foot in front of the other, smile, and just keep on rolling.”
4 Facts you might not know about Kobe Bryant:
1. Kobe’s name origin
Kobe Bryant seems like a well-thought-out name as cool as it sounds but it sort of happened naturally. Kobe Beef was a famous delicacy in Japan far before Bryant, but adding “Bean Bryant” put it on the global map. “Kobe Bryant was named after Kobe beef after his father had a taste of it and loved it,” said Tetsunori Tanimoto, director of the Kobe Beef Marketing and Distribution Promotion Association.
2. Kobe won an Oscar
Kobe Bryant was such an iconic figure he not only won the highest award in his field of work and he also won in the film industry. Kobe won best animated short film, along with Glen Keane, who animated and directed the short called “Dear Basketball.” Bryant’s short film was a message to remind people that dreams are only possible with passion and perseverance.
3. Kobe’s first shoe was not Nike
Bryant not yet drafted was approached by Adidas for an endorsement deal for 6 years worth about $48 million dollars reportedly. As a 17-year-old kid, I don’t think anybody would have turned this deal down. After a mediocre 1996 rookie season in his first shoe, Kobe gained fame in his second season in the Kobe two. He grew unimpressed with the Adidas designs and found himself in Nikes in the 2003 season.
4. Kobe released a hip-hop single
Bryant, only three years into his NBA career signed a music recording deal with Sony Records in 1999 to release his own studio album. Kobe was fresh on the hip-hop scene and looking to make his mark in January of 2000 when he released a single called, “K.O.B.E,” with Sony Entertainment. The K.O.B.E featured in Tyra Banks in the music video
Iconic lyrics from the song:
“Uh, what I live for? Basketball, beats and broads/ From Italy to the U.S., yes, it’s raw”
4 moments to remember Kobe:
1. 60-point retirement game
Bryant capped off a loyal 20-season career with the Lakersputting them on his back for one last ride. Kobe took the court for the last time on April 13, 2016, defeating the Utah Jazz in a Kobe-like fashion scoring 60 points. Bryant scored the last 15 of 17 points to close out his last game and hit a buzzer-beater with 31 seconds left to solidify the win.
2. Kobe and Shaq’s alley-oop
The Lakers faced Scottie Pippen and The Portland Trailblazers in the Western Conference finals on their way to winning the first ring of the three-peat. Lakers completed a comeback after being down 15 in the fourth quarter of game seven the iconic duo solidified themselves with a memorable ally-oop Kobe assisted Shaq for the throwdown. Shaq and Kobe would go on to win three titles together, they made up one of the most dominant duos in NBA history.
3. Drafted: 1996
Bryant was just named National High School Player of the Year and the Naismith Player of the Year, he is initially selected by the Charlotte Hornets as the 13th pick in the NBA’s first round. Bryant is also the first guard to be drafted from high school straight into the NBA. On July 11, 1996, a trade would shake the NBA Bryant is traded to the Los Angeles Lakers for Vlade Divac.
4. Career game-high: 81 pts.
Kobe had 26 points by halftime, which is a good tally for most players, he finished the game with the second-highest total in NBA history. Bryant ended the game with two assists, shooting 28-of-46 from the field, including 7-of-13 from 3-point range, and 18-of-20 from the foul line in a total of 42 mins. The Los Angeles Lakers won in a 122-104 come from behind victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. | 2022-08-24T00:40:55Z | www.myhighplains.com | 4 fun facts, 4 moments to honor Kobe Bean Bryant’s 44th birthday | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/sports/4-fun-facts-4-moments-to-honor-kobe-bean-bryants-44th-birthday/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/sports/4-fun-facts-4-moments-to-honor-kobe-bean-bryants-44th-birthday/ |
CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – West Texas A&M University announced that two professors have received federal funds for their research focused on understanding the needs of refugees, as well as the obstacles faced during emergencies in Texas, in order to propose solutions to help refugees be better prepared for disasters.
The university said that the study is being led by Dr. Ming Xie, assistant professor of emergency management administration, and Dr. Li Chen, associate professor of media communication. The grant will put over $7,800 toward funding the study, “Turning Every Disaster into an Opportunity: An Exploratory Study on Refugees Perceived Emergency Management Capacity and Disaster Resilience,” which is expected to run from Sept. 6 until July 31, 2023.
WT said that the grant money will allow the researchers to offer interview incentives and survey participants, as well as to hire a graduate assistant.
“We will use the FEMA grant money to examine the needs, obstacles and potential solutions regarding disaster preparedness of refugees in Texas,” Chen said. “The research findings will provide emergency management professionals and policymakers with theory-driven and evidence-based advice at local and state levels.”
“At WT, we teach classes including emergency management and social vulnerability, principles of emergency management, and disaster,” Xie said. “Ninety percent of the students in our emergency management administration program are first responders such as firefighters, police officers, paramedics and emergency managers in the public and private sectors. This research project is a great case study for these students to expand their knowledge about refugees’ disaster resilience.”
Further, the professors plan to hold workshops and table talks focused on emergency planning and building emergency kits for area refugees.
The FEMA website also hosts a number of grants, informational portals, and disaster and assistance resources including general information, recovery tools, and current disaster updates. | 2022-08-24T15:49:42Z | www.myhighplains.com | WT professors granted FEMA funds to study disaster preparedness, refugees | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/wt-professors-granted-fema-funds-to-study-disaster-preparedness-refugees/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/wt-professors-granted-fema-funds-to-study-disaster-preparedness-refugees/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Kids, Inc. announced on Wednesday that they have reached the halfway mark in funds raised for the construction of its $30 million outdoor complex.
MyHighPlains previously reported that 90 acres of land by Loop 335 and I-27 was gifted to begin construction on a state-of-the-art sports complex for the community.
Officials with Kids, Inc. are asking the community to consider donating towards the continued funding of the project so the organization can wrap up the campaign and begin construction.
For more information on the project call the President and CEO of Kids, Inc. at 806-376-5936 or email him at jlackey@kidsinc.org. | 2022-08-24T18:50:00Z | www.myhighplains.com | Kids, Inc. at halfway mark in funding new sports complex | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/kids-inc-at-halfway-mark-in-funding-new-sports-complex/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/kids-inc-at-halfway-mark-in-funding-new-sports-complex/ |
AUSTIN, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the office of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Wednesday that Abbott has appointed an Amarillo resident to Place 3 on the Seventh Court of Appeals.
According to a news release from Abbott’s office, Abbott has appointed Alex Yarbrough to serve as Place 3 of the Seventh Court of Appeals for a term set to expire at the end of the year. Yarbrough is currently a shareholder at the Underwood Law Firm and previously served as a partner at Riney & Mayfield LLP.
Yarbrough is a member of the State Bar of Texas and serves as the vice president of the Amarillo Area Bar Association. According to the release, he has a bachelor’s degree from Angelo State University and a Juris Doctor degree from the Texas Tech University School of Law. | 2022-08-24T18:51:14Z | www.myhighplains.com | Abbott appoints Amarillo man to Seventh Court of Appeals | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/abbott-appoints-amarillo-man-to-seventh-court-of-appeals/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/abbott-appoints-amarillo-man-to-seventh-court-of-appeals/ |
CLOVIS, N.M. (KAMR/KCIT) — The Clovis Police Department reported that the body of a man was found Wednesday morning on the train tracks east of Martin Luther King Boulevard.
According to Clovis police, on Aug. 24, at around 4 a.m. officers were called to a reported body found on the train tracks by BNSF employees east of Marting Luther King Boulevard.
Police said they have not yet identified the man and have sent fingerprints to the New Mexico Forensic Lab for potential identification. CPD has not determined if the man is a resident of Clovis.
The cause of death has not been determined by police and officers are still investigating.
Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to call the Clovis Police Department at 575-769-1921. Information can be provided anonymously by using the Clovis Police Department’s tip411 app, which can be accessed by going to www.police.cityofclovis.org. Anonymous tips can be provided to the Curry County Crime Stoppers at 575-763-7000. | 2022-08-24T20:23:13Z | www.myhighplains.com | Police investigating man found dead near Clovis train tracks | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/police-investigating-man-found-dead-near-clovis-train-tracks/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/police-investigating-man-found-dead-near-clovis-train-tracks/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — It’s wranglin’ time in the Yellow City. The Amarillo Wranglers are saddling up and getting ready for another season.
“This year, it’s gonna be really exciting,” said Austin Sutter, President and Owner of The Amarillo Wranglers. “Last year, we planted the seed for this year. I think that the culture has been established. Now it’s time to get it going and get some results on in the standings and you know, on on the on the ice and the scoreboard.”
After getting a late start last season, and navigating through a season marred by COVID-19 and injuries, the Wranglers are building off of a fresh start in 2022.
Sutter told KAMR their community service off the ice, is just as important as their game on the ice.
“Having the the players in the community giving back, and we want to teach them that life skill, and once they go to college and beyond, they have to leave here as a good citizen, good fathers, good husbands,” he emphasized.
One of the ways is through the Wranglers’ partnership with the Window on a Wider World Program.
“We send our guys into the P.E. classes. Last year, we impacted over 4000 students, many schools, we’d go almost every week to a school, sometimes twice a week in the mornings, and we take over the P.E. class,” he noted.
As well as their Hockey For Health initiative.
“The guys would talk about the four pillars of health and nutrition and dieting and hydration and staying active and sleep habits and those types of things, and then we put a hockey stick in their hand and play a little bit of hockey,” he said excitedly.
Setting up wins on the ice, and in life.
“It’s beyond rewarding. I don’t know if there’s words to describe it. There’s so many people that are positively impacted by this, this rink, the team itself,” he added.
The Amarillo Wranglers have their first game of the 2022 season Friday, October 14th, against the Shreveport Mudbugs, at the Amarillo Civic Center. | 2022-08-24T20:23:20Z | www.myhighplains.com | It’s Wranglin’ Time: Amarillo Wranglers saddle up for hockey season and community service | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/its-wranglin-time-amarillo-wranglers-saddle-up-for-hockey-season-and-community-service/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/its-wranglin-time-amarillo-wranglers-saddle-up-for-hockey-season-and-community-service/ |
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