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Flood Watch — Flood Watch issued October 1 at 11:42PM CDT until October 2 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX

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James Edward Bridges

The Boerne Star 21 hours ago

James Edward Bridges Dec. 1, 1939 — Sept. 27, 2026James Edward Bridges, 86 of Pilot Point, passed away Sept. 27, 2026. He was born in Pilot Point on Dec. 1, 1939, to James William and Bertie Lorene Ed

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Mission Local September 30

Wings edge Valkyries in OT thriller — winner takes all in S.F. on Friday

On-the-ground coverage in Texas and from bar to bar in San Francisco Wings edge Valkyries in OT thriller — winner takes all in S.F. on Friday

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Illinois Times September 28

Radioactivity to play Dumb Records, Black Sheep turns 21

The acclaimed, nationally-known punk band Radioactivity will perform at Dumb Records this Thursday, Oct 1. The veteran group, which has released three albums, boasts roots in both Denton, Texas, and Mito, Japan, and has been (radio) active since 2013. “Definitely a band I would…

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Mission Local September 28

Valkyries win first playoff game in franchise history in blowout fashion

The Golden State Valkyries beat the Dallas Wings in their first ever playoff win. They play again in Dallas on Wednesday. Valkyries win first playoff game in franchise history in blowout fashion

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Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group) September 26

How Plant Managers Choose the Right Industrial Vacuum Truck Service

Facility managers share one blind spot when hiring vacuum truck services. Here’s the PACT Framework that fixes it before a spill becomes a shutdown. At 3 a.m. on a Tuesday, a cracked manifold at a manufacturing facility outside Fort Worth released a pressurized mix of caustic…

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Blue Ribbon News September 18

State Fair of Texas to Highlight United States’ 250th Anniversary Through Various Attractions

Opening Day Ceremony Flyover, Patriotic Exhibits, Live Performances, and More DALLAS – September 18, 2026 – In addition to the recently announced attractions coming to the 2026 State Fair of Texas, we’re proud to introduce even more FREE experiences celebrating the 250th birthday…

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