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'Angry Birds' movie to arrive in 2016

'Angry Birds' movie to arrive in 2016

"Angry Birds" will soon arrive at your local movie theater - and they'll be in 3-D.
Ways to Keep the Family Entertained During Summer Road Trips

Ways to Keep the Family Entertained During Summer Road Trips

(StatePoint) With summer travel season upon us, families across the country are taking to the open road for family road trips. But while the destination always leads to excitement, oftentimes the long car ride can be a drag.
How to Reduce the Cost of Owning a Car

How to Reduce the Cost of Owning a Car

(StatePoint) The cost of car ownership is on the rise again this year, according to a new report from AAA. And if you’re a family on a budget or a senior on a fixed income, you may feel the impact already.
This Summer: Stay in Shape without a Gym Membership

This Summer: Stay in Shape without a Gym Membership

(StatePoint) It’s not as easy to hide under layers of clothing during the summer. You’ll want to look your best in those shorts, t-shirts and bathing suits; as such, staying in shape is key.

From Australia to East Texas, two military friends reunite

It has been 47 years, but two military men who fought in Vietnam were reunited earlier this week.

New device won't process gun sales

There are lots of new devices to make small business easier. But to use one of them, you’d better be in the right kind of business. You’ve probably seen the commercials.

'Move over' for TxDOT starting September 1

Governor Rick Perry recently signed a bill into law requiring Texas drivers to ‘Move over’ and slow down for Texas department of transportation vehicles on the side of the roadway.
'Angry Birds' movie to arrive in 2016

'Angry Birds' movie to arrive in 2016

"Angry Birds" will soon arrive at your local movie theater - and they'll be in 3-D.

Wednesday's Powerball jackpot: How would you spend it?

The jackpot for the Powerball Lottery has gone up to an estimated $360 million for Wednesday night.
Patriot baseball starts Regional play

Patriot baseball starts Regional play

The UT Tyler baseball team, champions of the American Southwest Conference have been seeded as the No. 3 team in the Austin, Texas Regional.
Mitch Moreland turns around early batting woes

Mitch Moreland turns around early batting woes

Manager Ron Washington stuck with him, in part because he wasn’t the only left-handed hitter struggling, and now the Rangers are being rewarded.
Larry Dierker open to return role with Astros after Jim Crane calls

Larry Dierker open to return role with Astros after Jim Crane calls

On the same day the Astros announced team president George Postolos’ departure this week, owner Jim Crane reached out to Larry Dierker, one of the most beloved pitchers, managers and broadcasters in Astros history.
SILVER ALERT: Elderly man missing since Saturday, suffers from Alzheimer's

SILVER ALERT: Elderly man missing since Saturday, suffers from Alzheimer's

New Mexico State Police issued a Silver Alert for a missing man who hasn't been seen since Saturday.
TV analyst wonders if UT is ‘tired of being made fun of’

TV analyst wonders if UT is ‘tired of being made fun of’

The Houston Chronicle has picked up this story from the San Antonio Express-News. It's about the Texas Longhorns.
TX teen bags state's largest alligator

TX teen bags state's largest alligator

An 18 year-old high school senior, on his first alligator hunt, has bagged the largest alligator to be certified in the State of Texas.