WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency is warning residents who live near medical sterilizing plants in 13 states and Puerto Rico about potential health risks from emissions of ethylene oxide, a chemical widely used in their operations.
As I was driving down Grand Avenue the other day, I noticed dumpsters had been moved into the circle drive by the Austin College dorms which can only mean the start of another fall session at the school is just around the corner.
Efforts to reduce water use through voluntary conservation have shown success in Denison. City leaders and public works staff gave an update on these efforts Monday, saying conservation has kept the city from having to go into stricter conservation restrictions amid high summer temperatures and drought conditions.
The tense relationship between China and Taiwan is in the news again. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is leading a United States Congressional delegation to Asia. Initially, Taiwan was on the itinerary along with Japan, Malaysia, Singapore and South Korea.
World Wrestling Entertainment impresario Vince Mc- Mahon announced Friday he is retiring amid an investigation into alleged misconduct involving the flamboyant showman who turned a small wrestling company into a worldwide entertainment business.
The first week of August looks like it will be another hot and dry one. Grayson County commissioners Tuesday confirmed that by not really discussing the continuation of the burn ban.
On Wednesday July 27th, 2022, Ricky Bush was called home to be with the Lord. Ricky Bush was born in Fannin County on April 23, 1968, to John Henry and Ruby Bush.. Ricky’s shining life was taken way too soon, but rest assured it will continue to burn bright in the hearts and memories of those who knew and loved him.
As monkeypox continues to spread, the U.S. needs to learn lessons from other outbreaks, and fast.
On Monday, lawmakers in West Virginia will convene in special session to discuss Gov. Jim Justice’s proposal to cut the personal income tax rate by 10%.
The star of maque choux, one of the classic dishes of Louisiana’s Cajun country, is fresh summer corn. Naturally sweet kernels are in delicious balance with a savory mix of vegetables and crawfish. But it can veer to the heavy side, thanks largely to the addition of cream.