Texas executes James Broadnax after Supreme Court rejects final appeal tied to cousin’s confession
By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune April 30, 2026 Texas death row inmate James Broadnax was executed Thursday evening hours after the U.S. Supreme Court denied his final appeal citing his codefendant’s confession. The 37-year-old was pronounced dead at 6:47 p.m. on Thursday after being administered a lethal injection. In his final words, Broadnax asserted…
Read MoreChad Hasty, West Texas conservative talk show host, dies unexpectedly
By Jess Huff, The Texas Tribune April 30, 2026 Longtime West Texas conservative radio talk show host Chad Hasty died in his sleep Thursday morning. He was 43 years old. Hasty was host of The Chad Hasty Show on News/Talk 95.1 and 790 KFYO. His show was known for its political commentary, lively debates and…
Read MoreICE warrants were central to Abbott’s immigration dispute with Texas cities. Here’s how they work.
By Alex Nguyen, The Texas Tribune May 1, 2026 Three Texas cities recently faced the wrath of Gov. Greg Abbott over policies limiting police cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, particularly when officers encounter administrative warrants issued by the federal agency. As the Trump administration carries out the president’s promise of aggressive deportations, particularly…
Read MoreDan Patrick eyes closing “gambling loophole” for prediction markets. The feds stand in Texas’ way.
By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune May 1, 2026 In March, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick directed state senators to explore ways to close “gambling loopholes” that allow online prediction markets to operate in Texas, raising concerns that state elections and sporting events could be manipulated for profit. Patrick’s directive was the first time a state…
Read MoreLocal Students to Graduate from UT Tyler
TYLER, Texas (April 30, 2026) – The University of Texas at Tyler will recognize spring 2026 degree candidates during UT Tyler’s Spring 2026 Commencement May 1-2. Ceremony Information Location: R. Don Cowan Fine and Performing Arts Center Dates & Times: Friday, May 1, 2026 9 a.m. CST – School of Nursing 1 p.m. CST –…
Read MoreTop Students Recognized at 2026 State Wildlife Recreation Management Contest in Nacogdoches
April 30, 2026 TEMPLE, TX — More than 250 FFA and 4-H students from across Texas gathered on April 20, 2026, at the Stephen F. Austin Experimental Forest in Nacogdoches to compete in the highly anticipated State Wildlife Recreation Management Career Development Event. This year’s top individual honors went to Jami Grimes of the Livingston…
Read MoreMake the Most of National Small Business Week
National Small Business Week takes place May 4-10, 2026, making it he perfect time to celebrate the millions of small businesses that power our economy and strengthen our communities. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recognize the vital role entrepreneurs play in creating jobs, driving innovation, and building trust…
Read MoreThe Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) announces the Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Regional Coaches of the Year for Basketball
THSCA recognizes outstanding Basketball coaches from across the state for their accomplishments SAN MARCOS, TX (April 30, 2026)– The THSCA and Texas Farm Bureau Insurance have released the regional Coach of the Year honorees for basketball. Go to www.thsca.com/coty to access list of 2025-26 Regional Coach of the Year Honorees. THSCA members are offered a chance to…
Read MoreLook twice for motorcycles to help save lives
May is Motorcycle Awareness Month Download video April 30, 2026 ATLANTA – On busy roads, seeing what matters takes practice. By training your eyes to slow down and scan your surroundings, you can help keep yourself and fellow Texans safe. When a motorcycle crash happens, drivers often say the same thing: “I didn’t see them.” But…
Read MoreCounty Line Magazine: The Final Issue
This is our 250th and final eEdition of County Line Magazine. Please enjoy. There will be a few more newsletters coming your way in May and June. Be on the lookout for how to sign up for the new Upper East Side TEXAS Magazine premiering this summer to continue reading good stories of the region.…
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