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Plano Company Shocked By Slow Speed Of Cleanup

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:39:21 +0000

A Plano-based company was one of the first to
respond to the scene of the Gulf oil spill. Almost 100 days into the
disaster, they’re sharing their stories. When they first signed on to help with the spill they didn’t realize how massive the problem was, and how long it would take to clean up.

Hayward’s Fate Hinges On BP Board Vote

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:38:58 +0000

The board of oil giant BP faced a decision Monday on whether to keep
Tony Hayward as its chief executive, although deliberations appeared to
have narrowed to setting the terms for his departure. After a series of blunders, Hayward has become the battered face
of BP’s efforts to contain the Gulf of Mexico oil spill and clean up the
damage.

Angels Acquire Dan Haren From Diamondbacks

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:18:03 +0000

The Los Angeles Angels made a move to keep up with the Texas Rangers in
the AL West by trading for infielder Alberto Callaspo last week. The next step was to add a quality pitcher, one who could counter the Rangers acquiring former Cy Young winner Cliff Lee. A three-time All-Star who’s one of the most durable pitchers in baseball should do the trick. The Angels bolstered their already-solid rotation by acquiring
right-hander Dan Haren from the Diamondbacks on Sunday in a deal that
sent left-hander Joe Saunders and three other players to Arizona.

Hamilton, Hunter Lead Rangers Over Angels

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 04:11:55 +0000

Josh Hamilton drove in three runs, Tommy Hunter pitched into the seventh inning to remain unbeaten and the Texas Rangers edged the Los Angeles Angels 6-4 on Sunday night.

Combine Cuts Cops Over Budget Concerns

admin — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 03:12:46 +0000

A small North Texas town is facing some big controversy. Saturday evening the Combine city council decided to get rid of almost all of its police officers. Residents of the town of less than 1,800 that sits on the border between Escorts Dallas and Kaufman County say they feel safe, but after Saturday night’s council meeting, that changed.

Friends Celebrate ‘Storyteller’ Killed In Crash

admin — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 03:03:26 +0000

She was 91-years-old and the pillar of her community, Agnes Liles’ family and friends are remembering a woman who often stole the show. Liles was killed in a car accident Friday night at the intersection of Center Street and Woods Drive in Arlington. She was riding with her best friend, who was driving them home from a night out. Inside the Town Village Arlington, a retirement community Liles visited often, Grace Atherton can’t stop talking about her friend.

KC Teen Opens Fire At East Texas Juvenile Center

admin — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 23:48:58 +0000

A 16-year-old boy from Kansas City has been charged with assault after firing several shots and threatening suicide at an East Texas juvenile detention center early Saturday, police said.

Matt Treanor To DL With Strained Knee Ligament

admin — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 23:28:13 +0000

The Texas Rangers have placed catcher Matt Treanor on the 15-day disabled list with a strained ligament in his right knee. Texas recalled catcher Taylor Teagarden from Double-A Frisco before Saturday night’s game against the Los Angeles Angels to replace Treanor as Bengie Molina’s backup. Treanor was injured in the seventh inning Friday night when he lunged for first base… (more...)

Mineral Wells Raising Money For Briones Family

admin — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 23:17:55 +0000

The Palo Pinto County community of Mineral Wells is doing what it can to help the family of Salvador Briones Jr. pick up after the 4-year-old died tragically last weekend.

Rowlett Splitting Difference On Split Sidewalks

admin — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 03:59:26 +0000

Walk outside Diann Glover’s home in Rowlett and it’s hard to miss that the sidewalks are in shambles. ”You can’t walk. It’s a step,” explains Glover “They are in horrible condition.” Some people on Glover’s street say every step in their neighborhood comes with a potential hazard.