Texas turns down $350 million in summer food assistance for children

San Antonio – A new program will help feed millions of children this summer when they are out of school, but several states, including Texas, are not participating. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s new program will roll out in 35 states, all five territories and four tribes. The Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer Program, or Summer EBT, provides … Read more

Boil water notice issued for Natalia

NATALIA, Texas – A boil water notice was issued Friday for residents in Natalia. According to a news release, a water main break that resulted in low water pressure prompted the notice. Customers of the City of Natalia Public Water System are urged to boil their water prior to consumption, which includes drinking, brushing teeth … Read more

Haven for Hope prioritizing families as arctic cold front approaches

Haven for Hope officials cite ongoing overcapacity issues as the prominent reason for taking in families before single individuals experiencing homelessness. SAN ANTONIO — Haven for Hope is prioritizing the sheltering of homeless families as a cold front makes it way through San Antonio. “This the first time that we have had to make the … Read more

Kalen DeBoer signs deal to replace Nick Saban at Alabama

Just two days after Nick Saban announced his retirement, the Crimson Tide have found his successor. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama wasted little time in finding Nick Saban’s successor, hiring Kalen DeBoer away from national runner-up Washington. DeBoer signed a deal with Alabama on Friday to replace Saban, according to a person with knowledge of the … Read more