Cornyn says gun deal shows U.S. Senate can still function
WASHINGTON — The booing didn’t bother him. U.S.
June 2022
Read MoreCornyn says gun deal shows U.S. Senate can still function
COVID vaccines saved 20M lives in first year, scientists say
Nearly 20 million lives were saved by COVID-19 vaccines during their first year, but even more deaths could have been prevented if international targets for the shots had been reached, researchers reported Thursday.
High-demand TSTC programs offer more flexibility this fall
This fall, Texas State Technical College’s Computer Networking and Systems Administration, Cybersecurity, and Drafting and Design programs will offer students the choice to complete their training either fully online or in a format that combines online learning with in-person lab time – opportunities that have not been available in these programs since before the pandemic.
Beto O’Rourke vows to repeal Texas abortion ban if elected governor
In the days after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, Democrats at rallies and protests in Texas said the November election is key for protecting reproductive rights.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission to host hiring event
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is inviting qualified job-seekers to learn more about a career working for the state during a two-day hiring event 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the HHSC office, 801 S. SH 161 in Grand Prairie.
Coping with reality a measure of one’s faith
A guy told me the other day, “I think Christians ought to be happy people.” This comment was then posted on Facebook and got about a jillion “likes” so it must be true. I want to agree but then I think, what about the days when we are not so happy?
Midlothian Fire Department incident list
The Midlothian Fire Department responded to the following incidents: JUNE 15 3450 Mindy Ln, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 104 Ashburne Glen Cir, Ovilla, TX 75154, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 225 Canterbury Ct, Midlothian, TX 76065, assist invalid 1501 W Main St, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 2955 W Fm 875, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 4461 Fm 663, Midlothian, TX 76065, public service 900 George Hopper Rd 402a, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 820 E Beltline Rd, Cedar Hill, TX 75104 , EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 900 George Hopper Rd 401, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 2899 Miller Rd, Midlothian, TX 76065, smoke scare, odor of smoke 4391 Miller Rd B9, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 3699 Matt Ct, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 1790 N Walnut Grove Rd, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury JUNE 16 1181 Bryson Ln, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 3450 Mindy Ln, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 900 George Hopper Rd 807, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 681 Mcada Dr, Midlothian, TX 76065, building fire 2851 Timber Rock Ln, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury JUNE 17 4720 Ruby Ave, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 1525 Melanie Trl, Midlothian, TX 76065, assist invalid 1951 Elm Creek Ln, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 3618 Green Bluff Ct, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 3881 Plainview Rd, Midlothian, TX 76065, grass fire 3818 Downing Dr, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 3661 Fm 1387, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 1000 E Main St 205, Midlothian, TX 76065, assist invalid 610 S 14th St, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 745 Westmoreland Rd, Ovilla, TX 75154, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 604 William Dr, Ovilla, TX 75154, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 8099 Drew Ln, Midlothian, TX 76065, natural vegetation fire, other 610 S 14th St 104, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 900 George Hopper Rd 103, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 4020 Josh Ct, Midlothian, TX 76065, assist invalid 902 Park Place Blvd, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 417 Cole Ln, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury JUNE 18 1010 Tayman Dr Dr, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 5640 Plainview Rd, Midlothian, TX 76065, motor vehicle accident with injuries 910 S 9th St 220, Midlothian, TX 76065, assist invalid 28 Vermont Ave, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 104 Ashburne Glen Ln, Ovilla, TX 75154, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 4333 Power Way, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 900 George Hopper Rd 210, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 170 Henderson St 3207, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 400 N Us Highway 67, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 299 S 4th St, Midlothian, TX 76065, unauthorized burning 4011 Josh Ct Ct, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 170 Henderson St 1104, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury June 19 910 S 9th St 1b, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 556 Woodcreek Dr, Midlothian, TX 76065, assist invalid 3431 Billy Ray Rd, Midlothian, TX 76065, alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 3421 Charing Cross Rd, Midlothian, TX 76065, smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 4199 N Us Highway 67 Nb, Midlothian, TX 76065, motor vehicle accident with injuries 513 N 1st St, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 505 Trail Lake Pl, Midlothian, TX 76065, grass fire 5441 Cool Springs Dr, Midlothian, TX 76065, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 1605 Tuley St, Cedar Hill, TX 75104, EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 6061 Beckley Dr, Midlothian, TX 76065, lockin (if lock out, use 511 ) .
Battleship USS Texas saw action in 2 world wars
The twentieth century became the great age for the battleship as navies around the world raced to build the most powerful vessels on the seas. As the United States established itself as a world power, the nation was determined to show the strength of its own navy. As a result, the Battleship USS Texas, designated BB-35, was built as the second vessel named for the state by the US Navy.
Hearty concertgoers beat the heat
A hearty crowd of several hundred people braved the heat Saturday night to enjoy the rockin’ sound of Double Ace at Midlothian’s first free Summer Beats concert. Held at Community Park’s Art Pierard Memorial Amphitheater, the event included prize giveaways that celebrated those with a June birthday. One lucky concertgoer snagged a Traeger barbecue grill in a drawing held by presenting sponsor, Titan Contractors.
Ellzey joins lawmakers in introducing the Lone Star Reimbursement Act
On June 17, Congressman Jake Ellzey joined his colleague Pat Fallon (TX-04) in introducing The Lone Star Reimbursement Act. This legislation would require the Department of Defense to reimburse the State of Texas for the costs of Operation Lone Star incurred in fiscal years 2021 and 2022.