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Longhorn rancher, camp director worried proposed rock crusher could pollute water supply

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www.kxan.com – Eric Henrikson – 2025-02-03 12:52:00

SUMMARY: A proposed rock crusher in Burnet County, Texas, is raising concerns among local landowners, including rancher Randy Printz and Camp Longhorn director Nan Manning. The crusher, planned by Austin-based Asphalt Inc., could potentially impact water quality, with landowners worried about runoff and pollution affecting nearby water sources like Spring Creek, Inks Lake, and a pond used by Printz’s livestock. The facility’s water usage could range from 648,000 to 9.7 million gallons daily. The Lower Colorado River Authority is reviewing permits, and public comments are open until February 7, 2025.

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Galveston braces for Spring Break after Senior Skip day unrest

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www.youtube.com – KPRC 2 Click2Houston – 2025-03-08 13:40:35

SUMMARY: As Spring Break approaches, Galveston is on high alert following unrest during Senior Skip Day. Police responded to multiple shots fired and disturbances involving large crowds of high school students, resulting in several detainments. Local residents expressed concern over the chaos, while officials emphasized their gratitude for the police response in managing fights and ensuring safety. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, particularly after a social media post prompted over 30,000 shares, leading many students to flock to the beaches. Although weapons were recovered and some streets were closed, fortunately, no injuries were reported.

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Businesses and law enforcement in Galveston are preparing for the upcoming spring break after a chaotic “Senior Skip Day” incident involving high school students, which resulted in reports of fights and gunfire.

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Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy is arrested in Texas on a family violence assault charge

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www.kxan.com – JIM VERTUNO and DAVE SKRETTA, Associated Press – 2025-03-08 12:17:00

SUMMARY: Kansas City Chiefs rookie Xavier Worthy was arrested on a felony domestic violence charge in Texas on Friday, accused of choking a family or household member. Worthy, who played college football at the University of Texas, denied the allegation, claiming the woman involved had been asked to leave his home due to infidelity. His attorneys stated she made extortive efforts and destroyed property before making the false accusation. Worthy faces a third-degree felony charge, which could result in 2 to 10 years in prison. This follows legal troubles involving fellow Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice.

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Why is it called a ‘New York’ strip steak, anyway?

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www.kxan.com – Michael Bartiromo – 2025-03-08 08:00:00

SUMMARY: The strip steak, also known as New York strip or Kansas City steak, became popular in steakhouses like Delmonico’s in New York City, where it was sometimes called a “Delmonico” cut. Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is advocating for renaming the New York strip steak to “Texas strip” to honor Texas’s significant beef industry. He asserts that New York shouldn’t receive credit for the steak, which Texas produces largely. Despite this push, many Texas restaurants still use the original name. Delmonico’s owner argues that the name reflects a historical culinary tradition that cannot be easily changed.

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