Republican lawmakers are interrogating investment companies for their shift to climate-friendly portfolios that recommend state employees and retirees cut ties with companies funded by fossil fuels. That’s because it’s now illegal in Texas.
WASHINGTON (AP) — A writer’s workshop in Alaska. Food banks in California.
DETROIT (AP) — U.S. safety regulators are investigating reports that autonomous robotaxis run by General Motors’ Cruise LLC can stop too quickly or unexpectedly quit moving, potentially stranding passengers.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Since the pandemic began, the United States has been using a public health rule designed to limit the spread of disease to expel asylum-seekers on the southern border. Title 42, as it’s called, has been used more than 2.5 million times to expel migrants since March 2020, although that number includes people who repeatedly attempted to cross the border.
Bishop Evans was ready for the next chapter of his life. After a 2019 hurricane response mission for the Texas National Guard and a yearlong deployment to Kuwait, Evans thought he was done.
For generations, doctors were often reluctant to perform any type of operation involving the heart. The lack of a clear understanding about the heart made treating many conditions difficult. Texas surgeon Michael DeBakey spent decades researching and developing new techniques that have completely changed the understanding of the heart and heart disease. Throughout his career, DeBakey became world-renowned for not only life-saving surgical breakthroughs but also for his innovation in health care.
It was a cold, rainy Saturday morning last week when Salvation Army Corps Officer Amanda Cain opened her doors for Cheryl Wroe and her small group of Sherman High School Leos, who helped to process toy bins stuffed full for children in need.
Christmas came early last week for nine DISD teachers who were awarded a whopping $34,920 in Denison Education Foundation grants for innovative learning programs that will enrich the educational lives of thousands of students across the district.
Look for vintage holiday paper goods at garage sales, thrift stores and online. Put them in fun and funky frames for a great vintage look on sideboards, in hallways or as part of a centerpiece. You can also string vintage cards with mini clothespins on twine for a charming rustic accent. Store your finds in a cold, dry, dark place when the holiday’s over to keep them looking great.
With just a little over two weeks till Christmas, there are still plenty of ways for area families to celebrate the season. The following is a list of things happening in the next few weeks locally.