Posts by Sophie Clearwater
Applications for Texas Education Freedom Accounts now open
[ad_1] Texas families may now apply for a slice of $1 billion allocated for the new Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA), a new program that will give qualifying families a chunk of money that may be used to help send kids to private schools or help pay for costs associated with homeschooling. [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreWarming trend takes hold late week
[ad_1] In the wake of Tuesday’s cold front, today will be a bit cooler, relatively-speaking, but still seasonable for the time of year. -Meteorologist Kristen Currie [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreMiss Piggy Says Sabrina Carpenter Was “Very Intimidated” By Her
[ad_1] Sabrina Carpenter knows Miss Piggy has good taste. Indeed, the “Manchild” singer says as much during the return of The Muppet Show, which premieres Feb. 4 on Disney+ and ABC. But was the Muppet icon at all phased by the Grammy winner while filming the special? “Was I intimidated?” Miss Piggy balked in an…
Read MoreIn-depth: Unmarked police vehicles in pursuits
[ad_1] Following a vehicle crash in a small residential neighborhood in Central Austin, KXAN took an in-depth look on what policies say about unmarked units in vehicle pursuits. [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreTravis Kelce Jokes Taylor Swift Is “Gonna Kill Me” Over This Fumble
[ad_1] Travis Kelce admittedly did something bad. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end accidentally broke a chair while recording an episode of his New Heights podcast at home, quipping that he hoped fiancée Taylor Swift wouldn’t find out about his latest fumble. In a preview for the upcoming Feb. 4 episode, Travis leaned back his…
Read MoreSix Flags launches expanded park access for Texas and Oklahoma
[ad_1] Gold season pass holders and members in Texas and Oklahoma now get access to more Six Flags locations for the same price. [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreGov. Abbott cites youth alcohol arrests to criticize statewide public school ICE protests
[ad_1] Governor Greg Abbott expressed his displeasure with the school walkouts protesting ICE, while Hays CISD implemented rules to prevent further walkouts and the Texas Education Agency issued a directive on how to handle future walkouts. [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreHow do NIL contracts actually work? A behind-the-scenes look
[ad_1] Much has been made about the new college sports landscape. It certainly has changed and is still adapting. Down in San Marcos, Texas State is a good example of how quickly things can shift. [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreTEA releases guidelines for school systems after recent student-led walkouts
[ad_1] On Tuesday, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) shared its guidelines as a reminder for school systems regarding student walkouts, absences and district responsibilities. These guidelines follow recent student-led walkouts across several districts in Central Texas to protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities. [ad_2] Source link
Read MoreCan You Ski With a Torn ACL?
[ad_1] Skier Lindsey Vonn said she plans to still compete at the upcoming Milano Cortina Winter Olympics despite sustaining a serious knee injury about a week before her first race. Vonn, 41, wrote in a Feb. 3 social media post that she “completely” ruptured the ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, in her left knee after…
Read MoreDSW Has the Coziest UGGs Under $100 – Yes, Really!
[ad_1] ICYMI, the groundhog saw his shadow and that means we have six more weeks of winter ahead. If you’re not a big fan of chilly temps and could use some cheering up, we just found a deal that’s going to make getting through it so much easier. To keep your feet warm and your…
Read MoreSavannah Guthrie’s Mom Nancy Missing: Police Address Possible Ransom Note
[ad_1] Police may have new leads regarding the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother Nancy Guthrie. As the investigation continues into the 84-year-old’s possible abduction from her home in Tucson,… [ad_2] Source link
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