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Porta potties in high demand ahead of total eclipse


March 27, 2024

Certainly, you’ve got your eclipse glasses and a spot to watch, but have you considered every essential for the event? “Sure, you’ve got the burgers, the steaks, the hot dogs, and the eclipse sunglasses. Now, what about restrooms?” questioned John Banda, the owner of North Texas Porta Potties based in Dallas. Restroom facilities were among the various topics discussed at …

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Vacant church near Dallas Love Field Airport destroyed by fire


March 27, 2024

Dallas firefighters are currently investigating the cause of a 3-alarm fire that ravaged a vacant church and an adjacent building near Love Field Airport on Tuesday afternoon. Jason Evans, a representative from Dallas Fire-Rescue, stated that firefighters responded to reports of a fire at a church located at 7715 Denton Drive South around 1 p.m. Upon arrival, firefighters noticed a …

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2024 Solar Eclipse: Top states traveling to Texas and driving risks to consider


March 27, 2024

As the eagerly awaited total solar eclipse approaches on April 8, many Americans are making preparations to witness this rare celestial event. The path of totality, where the total eclipse will be visible, extends along a narrow line, prompting travelers to organize their plans to observe this extraordinary phenomenon. However, amidst the excitement surrounding the eclipse, concerns about potential driving …

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Texas man changes name to ‘Literally Anybody Else’ to run for US president


March 27, 2024

Amidst recent polls indicating a lack of enthusiasm among voters for the current presidential candidates, a North Texas resident has taken a unique approach to the race. A school teacher and U.S. Army veteran from North Richland Hills, formerly known as Dustin Ebey, legally changed his name to Literally Anybody Else and announced his candidacy for U.S. president. Expressing dissatisfaction …

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North Texas property investor comes face to face with burglary suspects


March 27, 2024

A meticulously prepared home in south Fort Worth was left in shambles after being targeted by burglars. Angela Souder, the homeowner, recounted the ordeal, stating, “The property is up for sale. On Saturday, we had three showings, with the first one starting at 10:15 in the morning. So, I woke up early, got here around 8:00, and just wanted to …

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8-year-old girl found dead in pipe after swimming in Texas hotel pool


March 27, 2024

Houston police are probing the tragic demise of an 8-year-old girl, whose lifeless body was discovered inside a large pipe in the lazy river at a Houston hotel where she had been swimming with her family. Aliyah Jaico’s passing on Saturday was determined to be an accidental drowning by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. The Institute reported that …

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Cash App payment returned to North Texas teacher after she was left ‘penniless’


March 27, 2024

A retired teacher from North Texas reported that her missing money has been returned after she discovered that nearly $10,000 had disappeared from her retirement fund. Laurie Trees, who had been teaching for over a decade, recently decided to withdraw the entire amount of $9,785.95 to catch up on bills and treat her granddaughter to a Spring Break trip to …

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Dallas resident wins $5 million in Texas Lottery scratch-off game


March 26, 2024

A resident of Dallas has become the inaugural big winner of the Texas Lottery scratch-off game Luxe, securing a grand prize of $5 million. According to the Texas Lottery, the winning $50 scratch-off ticket was bought at the 7-Eleven store located on Hillcrest Avenue in University Park. While the winner has chosen to remain anonymous, they are anticipated to receive …

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