A&M-CC, A&M-K could join ‘peaker’ plant network to support state’s power grid

The power plants are designed to provide electricity during high-usage periods but will only be utilized on hot summer days or during major consumption periods. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Coastal Bend’s two universities could soon be part of a network of power plants whose main purpose is to help alleviate strain on the Texas … Read more

Great Graduates: Christian Fox, TAMU-SA

SAN ANTONIO – Christian Fox, 23, is graduating with a bachelor’s degree in history from Texas A&M University-San Antonio. Fox received two scholarships from Opportunity Home San Antonio, which has helped him throughout his college years. Fox, who came from a single-parent household, achieved his goals as a full-time student studying something he enjoys. Fox’s … Read more

Inmate who escaped a Karnes County facility has been found, officials say

Yonathan Castaneda-Flores reportedly escaped the center, which is located off of FM 1144, around 7:45 Thursday night. KARNES COUNTY, Texas — The inmate who officials say escaped a Karnes County Immigration processing center has been found, according to Karnes County officials.  They say Yonathan Castaneda-Flores was captured Friday morning after he was observed emerging from … Read more