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Feb 24 2025HEALTH

Measles Alert: San Marcos and San Antonio on High Alert

Texas is facing a significant measles outbreak, with the virus spreading to San Marcos and San Antonio. The Hays County Health Department issued a warning after a person from Gaines County, who tested positive for measles, visited San Marcos on February 14. This individual was in San Marcos from 3 p

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Feb 23 2025SCIENCE

Salty Soil and Straw: How Wheat Straw Affects Carbon in Different Soil Types

Soil is a living thing. It's full of tiny creatures and plants that need carbon to survive. Scientists wanted to see how salt and wheat straw affect carbon in different types of soil. They took three types of soil: loamy, clay loam, and silty loam. These soils had low salt levels and low carbon. The

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Feb 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Texas is Getting a New Theme Park for Kids

Universal Destinations is expanding its horizons with a new theme park in Texas. This isn't just any theme park, though. It's a kid-centric destination that will feature some of the most popular animated franchises out there. Think Shrek, Jurassic World, and SpongeBob SquarePants.

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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

Texas Schools: Big Changes on the Horizon

Texas is buzzing with education talks. Lawmakers are looking to shake things up with a bunch of new bills. One big issue is money. Schools are feeling the pinch with budgets that haven't changed since 2019. Inflation is making things tough, and some districts are even talking about closing schools.

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Texas Lawmakers Push for School Choice: A New Era for Education?

Texas is buzzing with talk about school choice. The state's House Speaker, Dustin Burrows, recently declared that this legislative session is all about pushing for a private-school voucher program. He believes that the time has finally come for families to have more options in education. Burrows ma

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Texas Governor Pushes for School Choice

In a recent speech, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced a significant push for a private school voucher program. This program, if implemented, would allow parents to choose where their children attend school, with the state providing up to $10, 000 for private school expenses or $2, 000 for homesch

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Feb 19 2025WEATHER

Navigating North Texas Roads: Stay Informed, Stay Safe

North Texas residents might face a slippery situation on Tuesday. The weather service predicts light freezing rain in the afternoon and evening. This could make roads especially tricky, particularly around 6 p. m. in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The good news? The ice buildup isn't expected

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Feb 19 2025SPORTS

How China's Sports Industry is Leveling Up

China's sports scene has seen some serious growth in recent years. Thanks to some smart policy moves, the sports industry has become a major player in the country's economy. It's not just about the money, though. Sports are also a big part of keeping people healthy. As more people want to stay fit,

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Feb 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

From Pig Squeals to Soundscapes: The Making of Texas Chain Saw Massacre's Iconic Score

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre burst onto the scene in 1974, catching audiences off guard with its raw and unsettling vibe. The film's low-budget production didn't stop it from making a huge impact on horror movies. The eerie sound design and abstract score were key to its success. These elements matc

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Feb 17 2025WEATHER

Frozen Fury: Polar Vortex and Floods Wreak Havoc Across the U. S.

The U. S. was hit hard by a deadly weekend of flooding and storms. Kentucky was particularly affected, with nine people losing their lives due to heavy rains and flooding. The governor of Kentucky, Andy Beshear, announced the grim news, emphasizing the dangers of driving in high water. The flooding

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