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Texas's Bible Lessons in Schools: History or Religion?

November 23, 2024

Have you ever wondered what it's like to learn about the Bible in school? Well, students in Texas from kindergarten to fifth grade might soon find out. The state recently approved Bible lessons in classrooms, sparking a potential legal storm. The Texas State Board of Education voted 8-7 in favor of

education

Texas Schools get an Optional Bible Lesson for Young Kids

November 23, 2024

Texas is now deciding to put an optional Bible-related curriculum in its elementary schools. This decision came after a close vote of 8-7 by the Texas Board of Education, which is mostly made up of Republicans. The idea is to make Bible lessons available as soon as next year, and schools adopting th

politics

How Dallas Politics Shaped Bible Lessons in Texas Schools

November 21, 2024

In Texas, a close vote to include Bible-infused lessons for elementary students in state schools turned on a twist of timing and politics. This happened in Dallas, where a temporary board member picked by Governor Greg Abbott swung the vote. Usually, the public elects these members, but this person,

sports

Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: Texas' Biggest Boxing Bash Story

November 20, 2024

In an exciting twist, Jake Paul's boxing match against Mike Tyson became the most lucrative combat sports event ever held in Texas. The event, which took place at the Dallas Cowboys' home stadium, raked in a whopping $18. 1 million. Around 72, 000 fans turned up to watch Paul's unanimous decision ov

education

Texas Schools Vote on Bible Lessons in Classrooms

November 19, 2024

Officials in Texas are getting ready to vote on a new school curriculum. This includes Bible lessons for young kids, like those in kindergarten. The idea is to teach them about the Golden Rule using stories from the Bible. Some people are not happy about this. They say it's unfair to focus so much o

business

Why Texas Should Embrace Sports Betting

November 17, 2024

Texas is known for its strong economy, low taxes, and commitment to its residents. But when it comes to sports betting, the Lone Star State is falling behind. States like Florida and Louisiana are already making billions from legal sports betting. Texans are already betting on sports, but it's happe

sports

Betting on College Football: The Hidden Value in Underdogs

November 17, 2024

Saturday, November 16th, brings a packed schedule of college football games, with about 100 games to choose from. Let's dive into where the smart money is heading using the VSiN CFB Betting Splits, updated every 10 minutes from DraftKings. Texas, ranked third, has been on a winning streak, crushing

crime

Judge: Melissa Lucio Might Not Be Guilty After All

November 16, 2024

A Texas judge recently said that Melissa Lucio might not be guilty of killing her daughter back in 2007. This judgment came after reviewing new evidence and finding that the original trial had some issues. The judge noted that prosecutors might have made mistakes by presenting false testimony and hi

business

Texas Tech Boom: IntelliEPI's Big Leap with State Funding

November 15, 2024

In the world of technology, a company named IntelliEPI is making big waves. They're expanding their operations with a new 30, 000-square-foot semiconductor wafer facility in Allen, Texas. This isn't just any expansion; it's a game-changer that will nearly triple their annual production. How are they

politics

Texas and Trump: A New Immigration Battle

November 13, 2024

When Donald Trump was running for president, he promised big changes to immigration. He wanted to stop people from becoming citizens just because they were born in the U. S. He also wanted to send back millions of people living in the U. S. illegally. Texas could play a big role in making these chan