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Crucial Info For Central Texas About The Dangerous Asian Needle Ant

There are plenty of animals that reside alongside us in the state of Texas. But not all animals that are in Texas can be considered be friendly to us. One species of Ant, the Asian Needle Ant, is one that Central Texans should keep an eye out for. Why …

SBA Amends Disaster Declaration for Arkansas

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – In response to an amended Presidential public assistance declaration, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to private nonprofit organizations (PNP) in Crittenden …

Holiday boating safety tips from Mississippi barge operators

DUBUQUE, Iowa (KWWL) — As the holiday weekend approaches, barge companies are urging boaters on the Mississippi River to prioritize safety. With increased boat traffic expected, recreational boaters are advised to remain vigilant and maintain a safe …

FC Dallas beaten by San Jose Earthquakes after surrendering four goals in the second half

FRISCO — Beau Leroux scored in the 76th minute to put San Jose ahead and the Earthquakes used four second-half goals to beat nine-man FC Dallas 4-2 on Wednesday night. San Jose (7-7-5), which improved to 4-4-2 on the road this season, has suffered just one …

Volunteers needed at Franklin Co. flood relief center

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Leaders in Franklin County are asking for help with their flood relief center. The Franklin County Fiscal Court states that eight weeks ago, they established a donation site for home furnishings to provide to Kentucky flood victims. …

San Jose Earthquakes use 4 second-half goals to beat 9-man FC Dallas 4-2

FRISCO, Texas — Beau Leroux scored in the 76th minute to put San Jose ahead and the Earthquakes used four second-half goals to beat nine-man FC Dallas 4-2 on Wednesday night. San Jose (7-7-5), which improved to 4-4-2 on the road this season, has suffered …

Texas Predicted to Lose Nation's No. 1 DL to Rival SEC Team

Texas Predicted to Lose Nation's No. 1 DL to Rival SEC Team originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Texas Longhorns have the No. 13 overall 2026 recruiting class on On3 Sports, but it does not look like it will be moving up in the coming days. …

Dallas letter carrier dies after collapsing in 90-degree heat, highlighting Texas work safety risks

A Dallas mail carrier died Saturday after collapsing on his mail route on the first day of summer, highlighting the deadly risks of work in Texas' extreme heat. Jacob Taylor, 51, was a 28-year employee with the U.S. Postal Service. Last Saturday, he …

Montgomery County marine veteran missing near Texas-Mexico border

A Montgomery County Marine veteran suffering from PTSD remains missing after disappearing near the Texas-Mexico border last August, leaving his family desperate for answers amid a series of tragic events. Juan Merlos was last seen Aug. 21, 2024, in Anthony …

City of Houston to spend $50 million on housing repairs in Hurricane Beryl and Derecho recovery plan

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The City of Houston is receiving $314 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for Hurricane Beryl and Derecho recovery. The city's public draft plan initially allocated $0 for housing. After receiving …

GUEST COLUMN: Nonprofits are essential to Kentucky — and they need our help

When tornadoes strike or floodwaters rise in Kentucky, it’s local charitable nonprofits that mobilize early to provide relief, working hand-in-hand with first responders to help neighbors in crisis. Within hours, nonprofits and volunteers are clearing …

Why does it flood in El Paso?

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The Franklin Mountains are one of the beautiful sights that makes El Paso unique but it's also the cause of why some areas see flooding more than others. Denise Parra, Public affairs officer for El Paso Water says "when …

ERCOT hustling to prepare Texas electric grid for record summer demand

Bracing for record-high demand this summer, the Texas grid operator is setting up temporary generators at San Antonio substations as part of its plan to prevent a statewide transmission meltdown. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas said its latest …

With Kentucky’s Capitol closing for renovations, temporary chambers almost ready

Renovations on the Kentucky State Capitol building are set to begin and are expected to take three years or longer. The Capitol, which opened in 1910 to replace the Old State Capitol Building, needs major infrastructure improvements to the dome, wiring …

City of Edinburg Secures Additional $10 Million in State Funding for South Texas International Airport

This new investment builds on a previous $10 million appropriation secured during the 88th Legislative Session—bringing the total state commitment to the airport to $20 million over the past two budget cycles. Image courtesy of The City of EdinburgTexas …

Rain Returns to Amarillo, Texas, And It’s Just the Beginning

We've been fortunate so far this year in Amarillo, Texas, and the Panhandle. We've received some much-needed rain, and we continue to in 2025. The Texas panhandle was covered in red flag warnings and drought conditions earlier this year. Now, the …

Four-star WR Tyran Evans commits to Miami, talks commitment to Hurricanes

Charlotte (NC) William Amos Hough On3 four-star receiver Tyran Evans has committed to Miami. Evans becomes commit No. 18 for head coach Mario Cristobal and his staff, adding to a class the On3 Industry previously ranked No. 7 nationally. He is a former …

Wildfire Mitigation program "will save tomorrow's lives"

EASTLAND COUNTY, Texas — Eastland County, as well as some specific cities within the county got a grant to help fund a Wildfire Mitigation Program. RELATED | Texas A&M Forest Service grants $155k to aid in wildfire mitigation efforts "It is …

Summer soccer in Texas: Photos from FC Dallas' match vs. San Jose Earthquakes at Toyota Stadium

Additional Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in the City of St. Louis

Two additional Disaster Recovery Centers with FEMA Individual Assistance staff are opening in the City of St. Louis to help people affected by the May 16 tornado and storms. At all locations, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration will help …

Kongsberg Geospatial and FireSwarm Join Forces to Strengthen Early Wildfire Suppression and Drone Swarm Logistics

Kongsberg Geospatial and FireSwarm team up to deliver integrated drone and situational awareness tech for wildfire response and defense logistics. OTTAWA, ON / SQUAMISH, BC, CANADA, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kongsberg Geospatial ( …

Glaciers Disappearing at a Record-setting Pace

Accelerating glacier melt driven by extreme weather events and surface darkening highlights urgent need for improved climate models, says UNBC-led study. PRINCE GEORGE, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Glaciers in …

PowerMarket Reaches 1 Gigawatt Milestone

PowerMarket celebrates 1 GW of community solar, marking 10 years of scaling clean energy, saving customers $27M, and avoiding 1.9M metric tons of CO₂. NY, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PowerMarket, the leading enterprise …

Pet Sustainability Coalition Leads The Fight Against Massive Plastic Waste in Pet Industry

Colorado Nonprofit Partners With rePurpose Global to Remove 
250,000 Pounds of Plastic in July BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pet Sustainability Coalition, a Colorado-based nonprofit committed to helping pet …

Black Saber Group Shares How They Began and Where They are Now

How the E-Clip & E-Dock are the Solution for Encrypted Voice and Tracking for the Iridium Extreme® over the Iridium® Network TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In 2018 Black Saber Group engaged and listened to …

Vexos Unveils New Brand Identity for CMS Division to Help OEMs Navigate Global Sourcing Challenges

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vexos is proud to announce the launch of a new brand identity for its Custom Material Solutions (CMS) division, reinforcing its strategic commitment to helping Original Equipment …

Greene County Residents May Be Eligible for Assistance After April Severe Storms

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas homeowners and renters in Greene County are now eligible for FEMA grants after the April 2-22 severe storms, flooding and tornadoes. Eligible applicants with damage not covered by insurance may qualify for grants for temporary …

FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight Himalaya Road Fire in Alaska

BOTHELL, Wash. -  The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the Himalaya Road Fire burning in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska.  The state of Alaska’s request for a …

Disaster Recovery Centers in Anderson, Daviess and Hopkins Counties to Close Permanently; Help is Still Available

FRANKFORT, Ky. –The Disaster Recovery Centers in Anderson, Daviess and Hopkins counties are scheduled to close permanently this week. Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, …

How to Apply for FEMA Assistance in Tennessee After Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes and Flooding

Tennessee homeowners and renters in nine counties who had uninsured damage or loss caused by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding that occurred April 2-24 may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance. The designated counties …

Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Ripley County

A Disaster Recovery Center with FEMA Individual Assistance staff is opening in Ripley County for three days to help people affected by the March 14-15 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and wildfires. The Disaster Recovery Center opens Thursday …

PFAS and Wildlife: Bioaccumulation in Deer, Birds, and Fish

PFAS contamination affects wildlife across the U.S.; Legal Claim Assistant highlights ecological and legal concerns. MIAMI, FLORIDA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often termed …

South Florida Impact Windows Provider Launches Cost Calculator to Help Homeowners Budget for Hurricane Protection

In Response To Growing Demand Impact Windows & Doors of South Florida Launches New Impact Window Cost Calculator On Website WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to growing demand for …

FEMA Incident Management Assistant Teams Prepare for Hurricane Season

FEMA incident management assistance teams practice response scenarios at a training in Anniston, Alabama, to prepare for the 2025 hurricane season. Throughout a disaster, FEMA partners with local, state, tribal and territorial leaders to support their …

FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant Approved for Conner Fire

Oakland, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region 9 Administrator authorized the use of federal funds to assist the State of Nevada in combating the Conner Fire burning in Douglas County. On June 20, 2025, the State of Nevada …

Disaster Recovery Centers in Butler, Phelps Counties to Close

The Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) in Butler and Phelps counties are scheduled to close permanently.  The Butler County DRC will close Wednesday, June 25 at 7 p.m.  The Butler County DRC is located at:  MPC World Impact Center Conference Center 727 Ridge …

FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight Bear Creek Fire in Alaska

BOTHELL, Wash. -  The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the Bear Creek Fire burning in the Denali Borough, Alaska.  The state of Alaska’s request for a declaration under FEMA’ …

SpecFive Unveils Voyager: A Solar-Powered, Vehicle-Mounted Meshtastic Node for Reliable Off-Grid Communications

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SpecFive today announced the launch of the Voyager, a rugged, magnetic roof-mounted Meshtastic node engineered to keep teams connected where traditional networks cannot reach. …

Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Wayne County

A Disaster Recovery Center with FEMA Individual Assistance staff is opening in Wayne County to help people affected by the March 14-15 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and wildfires. The Disaster Recovery Center opens Monday, June 23. FEMA …