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Police urge other potential victims to come forward after former NEISD teacher is accused of ‘inappropriate relationship’ with student

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John Ghrist III, 36, faces a third degree felony that carries a two to 10 year prison sentence if convicted. SAN ANTONIO — A physical letter and electronic communications revealed a potential sexually-charged relationship between a former high school teacher and 15-year-old student, according to an arrest affidavit. The investigation led to the arrest of … Read more

Kerrville Police Department warning parents about social media ‘Galaxy Gas’ trend

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With brightly colored packaging, and flavors like fruit punch, birthday cake, and strawberry lemonade, a new Whip-It trend has even TikTok taking action. KERRVILLE, Texas — A new TikTok trend, has even TikTok taking action. Type up “Galaxy Gas” in the social media platform’s search engine, and instead of a plethora of videos, a substance … Read more

PETA proposes anti-leather banner next to world’s largest cowboy boots at North Star Mall

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PETA proposed a banner that reads: “Give animal leather the boot” in front of the famous cowboy boots sculpture that has stood outside the mall for over 40 years. SAN ANTONIO — Animal rights nonprofit, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA),  said in a press release Monday that it sent a letter to … Read more

Infection will keep one of the Cowboys’ top receiving options out for 1 to 3 weeks, source says

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Cooks has endured minor issues with his right knee since training camp. FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys will be without another one of their top receiving threats at least this weekend against the the Pittsburgh Steelers, perhaps longer.  Head coach Mike McCarthy told media on Wednesday that wide receiver Brandin Cooks was out due … Read more

San Antonio to host 2026 NCAA D1 Volleyball Championships, 2027 Men’s Basketball Regional

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SAN ANTONIO — The NCAA has officially announced that San Antonio will be the home for the 2026 NCAA Volleyball Championships and the 2027 Men’s Basketball Regional. The decision comes after the NCAA received more than 1,200 bids from schools, conferences, cities and sports commissions across 47 states and Washington D.C., all competing to host … Read more