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Peanut butter drive supports West Texas Food Bank
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - The First Alert 7 and Telemundo 20 Peanut Butter Drive filled more than three barrels with peanut butter donations this year. Adrianne Hrebicek, agency relations manager at West Texas Food Bank, said the donations help restock shelves that sometimes run bar...
government
PRMC board tackles budget, surgical staffing and Quick Care Clinic’s future
ANDREWS, Texas (KOSA) - Permian Regional Medical Center leaders tackled critical budget woes and tough questions over its surgical care during a special board meeting Thursday. Board members said they are in a better financial position than in the spring, pointing to over $4 mill...
business
Groom House barbershop expands its grooming menu
Midland's Groom House Barbershop has expanded its offerings to become the only shop in the city providing manicure services for men.
library
DGK founder Shawn Carrasco launches 'Four Pillars of Transformation' books for youth, mentors
Shawn Carrasco, founder of DGK, has released two new books titled 'The Four Pillars of Transformation' designed to help youth and their mentors foster personal growth and connection....
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Funeral home owner indicted on multiple charges, including theft and abuse of a corpse
FENTRESS COUNTY, Tenn. ( WVLT /Gray News) - A grand jury has indicted the owner of a Jamestown funeral home after allegations of widespread fraud, financial exploitation and the mishandling of cremated remains. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Chadrick “Chad” M...
parks
New report on Peltola could shake up Alaska Senate race
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - A New York Times report alleges Mary Peltola, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Alaska, displayed frequent angry outbursts toward staffers and aides during her congressional tenure and current campaign. Peltola, a former U.S. congresswoman and Alask...
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Tejano culture showcased in local art exhibit
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Continuing our coverage of Hispanic Heritage Month, we visited the Ellen Noel Museum in Odessa, where they are showcasing a Tejanos exhibit called "Latinos on Wheels: Lowriders of Tejas". Our Jesse Zaragoza spoke with the curator of the exhibit, Al Ren...
library
Local couple launches pet-themed coloring book featuring pets from the Permian Basin
Dallas and Krystal Bartts are developing an interactive coloring book titled Barken at the Basin featuring pets submitted by the community to promote the importance of making memories....
government
New alliance forms to boost Texas animal welfare
AUSTIN, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A newly formed alliance in the state of Texas will serve to improve animal welfare and legislation, according to a public relations announcement from the Mach 1 Group on Tuesday. Over 25 animal welfare organizations, including municipal animal services,...
safety
High school senior says she was fired from car wash for fighting back when she was attacked on the job
WASHINGTON, N.C. ( WITN /Gray News) — A 17-year-old high school senior in North Carolina said she was fired from her job at a car wash after she was attacked while on shift. Ja’Neice Shamble said she believes she was wrongfully terminated after defending herself and other custome...
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One-on-one with Dallas Cowboys insider Mickey Spagnola previewing the Baltimore Ravens
FRISCO, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Dallas Cowboys bounced back from a Week 1 loss to the New York Giants with a convincing win over the Washington Commanders in Week 2. Dallas led from start to finish in the 37-20 victory, improving to 1-1 and avoiding its first 0-2 start since 2010...
schools
High school cancels remainder of varsity football season due to not having enough healthy players
BLADENBORO, N.C. ( WECT /Gray News) - A North Carolina high school has canceled the remainder of its varsity football season because of a depleted roster. West Bladen High School officials said the team does not have enough healthy players to safely take the field. The decision w...