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Sealy Dance Club hosts event Sept. 6 The Lions Sealy Dance Club is having a dance on Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Sealy American Legion Hall located at 1630 Meyer St, Sealy. The band, Al Sulak and the Country Sounds, will be providing live music from 7:30 to 11 p.m. The public is always welcome.
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Hemphill County ranchers extend helping hand to flood-stricken Texas Hill country ranchers

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Canadian — The Ranchers of Hemphill County, still recovering from the devastating 2024 Smoke House Creek Wildfire, have once again demonstrated their unwavering spirit of service— this time turning their attention to fellow Texas ranchers impacted by the historic July 2025 floods along the San Saba, Guadalupe, Llano, Colorado, and Concho Rivers.

Seeking Fur-ther expertise: When to see a board-certified veterinary specialist

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BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION — Veterinarians play an essential role in keeping pets healthy, often working as a team to ensure each animal receives the care it needs. In some cases, a board-certified specialist with advanced training in a specific body system or field of medicine may be sought to collaborate with primary care veterinarians, offering additional insight that helps expand diagnostic and treatment options.
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Houston Fire Department firefighters graduate WCJC EMS program

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WHARTON — The Houston Fire Department has turned to Wharton County Junior College for its paramedic training, with 44 firefighters graduating from the college’s program earlier this summer. “WCJC’s flexibility, dedication to student success and willingness to tailor their program around HFD’s needs really set them apart,” said Houston Fire Department District Chief Rusty Mobley.

Former New York City Department of Education business manager sentenced in bid rigging scheme

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The owner of a New York-based budget and procurement consulting company was sentenced today to six months in prison for rigging bids submitted to dozens of New York City public schools. The defendant and his company were also ordered to pay $141,511 in restitution to the victim, the New York City Department of Education (NYC DOE).

Texas Teen Cruz Hooper to represent the United States at Grappling World Championships in Greece

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Thirteen-year-old Cruz Hooper has been named to Team USA and will represent the United States at the 2025 UWW Grappling World Championships in Loutraki, Greece. He is among a select group of youth athletes competing in the international event, scheduled for November 1–4 and featuring contenders from more than 30 countries.