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Mesquite police question timeline of homeowner’s squatting complaint
MESQUITE, Texas - Texas lawmakers are asking questions after a Mesquite woman testified about her problems with a squatter. The homeowner told state senators on Wednesday that her house was taken over for several months last year. However, the Mesquite Police Department is pushing back with a different timeline of...
Louisiana hosts Princeton, Baylor, and Ole Miss in NCAA Regional
LAFAYETTE, La. (KADN) — The Louisiana Ragin' Cajun softball team is hosting Princeton, Baylor, and Ole Miss in an NCAA Regional Tournament. In the opening game against Princeton, a trio of batters produced the bulk of the runs and a trio of pitchers held down the Tigers as the No. 13 Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns dominated in an 8-0 (5 inn.) win in the NCAA Lafayette Regional on Friday, May 17.
Rockwall County Honors Fallen Officers
Rockwall, TX May 17, 2024 – On Friday, at Rest Haven Funeral Home, the annual recognition of law enforcement personnel who lost their lives in service to their state and communities took place. Chief Kirk Aldridge of the Royse City Police Department welcomed those in attendance and expressed that...
Carrollton Parks and Recreation to host youth fishing event
The Carrollton Parks and Recreation Department will host a Youth Fishing Event 9-11 a.m. June 1 at Josey Ranch Park Pond. Guests up to the age of 16 are encouraged to grab a fishing pole and experience the thrill of the first bite.
Fast Casual Restaurant Relocates HQ To Garland, Texas
Nation’s, a fast-casual restaurant chain with more than seven decades serving northern California, relocated its corporate headquarters to Garland and opened its first franchise location in Frisco. The Frisco location at 3311 Preston Rd., will be operated by the company’s first-ever franchisee. The second location will open at the end of May in Arlington, 4180 S Cooper St., and features the company’s first-ever online order drive-through as part of operations. Nation’s plans to open 30 franchised locations in the Dallas area over the next five years. The next three locations will be in Sachse, Denton and Mesquite. “Everyone knows the Dallas/Fort Worth area is the hottest metro area...
The Storehouse Of Collin County Announces Name Change
The Storehouse of Collin County unveiled its new identity as The Storehouse Community Center. The name change took place during the nonprofit's 15th-anniversary festivities on May 16, 2024. Over the past 15 years, The Storehouse experienced expansion across a broader geographical reach throughout Dallas, Collin and Denton counties. When it was established in 2009 under the name Seven Loaves Food Pantry, The Storehouse limited its services to residents within designated zip codes. However, these limitations were removed in 2020 amidst the onset of the pandemic. Since then, there has been a consistent rise in the number of families seeking aid. “Our mission...
Plano considering increase to cap on Great Update Rebate program
Plano City Council discussed potential updates to the Great Update Rebate program during a May 13 preliminary open meeting. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) Changes could soon be implemented for Plano’s Great Update Rebate program, which provides a grant to homeowners renovating their residences. Plano City Council received the update from...
Dr. Theresa N. Williams Plano Independent School District
Dr. Theresa N. Williams, the superintendent of Plano Independent School District, is inspired by the district's commitment to education and the collaborative spirit within the community. With a reputation for award-winning academics, fine arts, and athletics, Plano ISD's dedication to investing in schools and nurturing student potential resonates deeply with Dr. Williams. Through her leadership roles in the district, she has gained invaluable insights into educational initiatives and has the privilege to contribute to the strategic direction and continued success of this remarkable learning community.
Mom concerned after knife-threatening incident at North Texas school
GARLAND — The end of the school year can't get here fast enough for Sha'Brittany Clay who's still upset about what happened to her 10-year-old son last week inside Couch Elementary in Garland. "I want something done other than, 'I'm sorry,'" said Clay.The mother of the 4th-grade student says she got a call last Wednesday from Garland Police alerting her about another student who was facing criminal charges because the other student allegedly had a knife to Clay's child's neck.But what she was told after that made her even more upset. "Supposedly it happened Tuesday," said Clay. "I didn't receive a call until...
Allen mall shooting survivor, activists condemn gun violence ahead of Trump NRA speech
Mireya Rodriguez was working at the Allen Premium Outlets mall more than a year ago when she heard the gunshots. She came out physically unscathed the day a gunman shot and killed eight people and injured seven on May 6, 2023. But it didn’t come without a price. “I...
Ole Miss softball score updates vs Princeton: Rebels take on Tigers in NCAA Tournament
Ole Miss softball will be out to score a win and stay in the NCAA Tournament's Lafayette Regional for a bit longer when it takes on Princeton on Friday at Lamson Park. The Rebels (31-26) snuck into the field as one of the last four teams selected. The No. 3 seed in this regional, they dropped their opening game to Baylor, managing just one hit. That puts them on the brink of elimination early. ...
Squatter Stories Rile Texas Senators Mulling New Legislation to Protect Property Owners
When Terry Boyette left her Mesquite, Texas home to care for her ill mother in Florida, she told her hired handyman to delay contracted work during her absence. But he responded by moving into the house and squatting there for months, causing thousands of dollars in damage and selling her belongings.
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