SUMMARY: The Steele Knights boys’ basketball team is gearing up for a highly anticipated regional playoff game against top-ranked Brennan in the 6A Division 1 Regional finals. The team, led by head coach Lonnie Hubbard, is excited to reach the Elite 8, a rare achievement for high school players. The Knights, who have been waiting for this moment since middle school, are eager for a rematch with Brennan after losing to them in a fall league exhibition. With strong chemistry and confidence, the team is ready to face their rivals in a packed Alamodome convocation center.

The Steele Knights boys’ basketball team has patiently awaited a rematch with the Brennan Bears.

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SUMMARY: Egg prices are rising due to a low supply caused by bird flu outbreaks, which have devastated farms. At Paul Hexley’s farm in Flatonia, Texas, the family-operated business manages over 4,000 hens, producing up to 3,200 eggs daily. However, rising demand and a shortage of chickens make it difficult to meet needs, as bird flu recently wiped out nearly 23 million birds. Farmers like Paul face tight conditions, practicing preventive measures to keep their flocks healthy. As costs rise, egg prices could increase by 50 cents to a dollar, leaving farmers uncertain about future market stability.

Millions of birds were killed due to bird flu last month, leading to record-high egg prices across the country. Hear from the farmers trying to keep up.

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SUMMARY: The Leander ISD Board of Trustees is reviewing teacher salaries and budget projections amid concerns over proposed cuts to the International Baccalaureate Program. Students expressed their anger during the meeting, with some threatening to leave the district. Superintendent Bruce Gearing noted that state funding for schools has not increased since 2019, exacerbating their financial issues. The district faces a $34 million deficit, prompting cuts of over 200 staff positions. Meanwhile, the Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 26, aiming to improve teacher pay by increasing salaries by $2,500 to $5,500 based on experience, as a permanent budget commitment.

Lack of funding has put school districts like Leander ISD in a difficult position where they have to cut hundreds of positions and programs.

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