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Texas' governor issued an executive order Wednesday mandating age restrictions on consumable hemp products containing THC. This comes after Abbott's veto earlier this year of legislation that would have banned the products outright. -
Nearly $1 billion in legal settlements has flowed to Oklahoma, but questions remain about how funds are being spent to help those devastated by the opioid crisis. -
With National Suicide Prevention Week coming to a close, two local experts share their thoughts on common myths surrounding suicide, warning signs, and practical steps for helping those who may be struggling. -
Kansas City's outdoor dining program has awarded $300,000 in grants to more than 30 local restaurants, coffee shops and pubs since last year, in a push to create more vibrant public spaces ahead of the 2026 World Cup. -
If this summer's special sessions were a midterm exam on disaster preparation, Texas lawmakers would probably get an A. But their final grade will depend on how changes are actually implemented — and how quickly that happens.
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We are playing music by Felix Mendelssohn and Pyotr Tchaikovsky in preparation for the Amarillo Symphony’s concert coming up on September 19th and 20th! -
Looking to hunt some big game? You'll need a rifle that matches your ambitions, and Luke has some suggestions for you to consider -
We spoke a few weeks ago about getting a good lawn into your yard; this week, we'll talk about how to maintain it during the fall, as the temperatures cool. -
Jack Dykinga, USDA, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons/Hi, my name is Matt Mason, I’m the State Poet of Nebraska, here for Poets on the Plains. Today, I want to read you Nebraska poet Zedeka Poindexter’s poem “Peach Cobbler.”
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Three police officers were killed and two were injured in a shooting Wednesday in the southern part of Pennsylvania, state police said.
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