MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

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State Rep Proposes Starting School in September

A North Texas state representative plans to introduce a bill next session to delay the start of the school year in Texas until September, aiming to reduce the strain on the state's power grid.

Jared Patterson (R-Frisco) argues that cooling schools during the hottest month of the year is costly and adds unnecessary pressure on the grid. Furthermore, the extreme heat can be dangerous for students engaging in outdoor activities.

Patterson said he’s received support for the idea from parents in his district and expects lawmakers on both sides of the aisle to back the proposal during next year’s legislative session.

Invasive Sheep Threaten Palo Duro Canyon

Invasive sheep with no natural predators are threatening native wildlife in Palo Duro Canyon State Park.

Barbary sheep, originally brought from Africa in the 1950s for exotic hunting, have spread to the region since the 1990s.

They reproduce quickly, carry diseases, and consume food resources needed by native big horn sheep, mule deer, and whitetail deer.

Park officials are trying to reduce the sheep population through private hunts and relocation efforts.

Progreso Police Chief Sues for Unpaid Dogsitting

Progreso's police chief has filed a federal lawsuit against the city, alleging they failed to pay him overtime for caring for an aggressive police K-9 named Ozzy.

Cesar Solis claims his personal life has been disrupted by the dog’s need for constant monitoring after Ozzy bit two city employees, adding that he was not compensated for his time or reimbursed for dog food between May 2022 and May 2024.

The lawsuit does not specify the exact amount owed, but estimates suggest Solis could be entitled to over $32,000 in overtime based on his hourly rate.

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➤ Boerne: The bleachers at the Kendall County Fairgrounds rodeo arena partially collapsed Saturday, injuring 12 people and sending eight to the hospital. (More)

➤ Dallas: The State Fair of Texas isn’t backing down from its policy of banning guns at this year’s fair, despite a lawsuit from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton seeking to block its implementation. (See Details)

➤ Allen: The families of those killed during a shooting last year at the Allen Premium Outlets have sued mall owner Simon Property Group and its security contractor, alleging they “ignored” requests from Allen police to add more officers or guards. (More)

➤ Austin: A district judge has temporarily barred 13 city charter amendments from appearing on the November ballot, ruling the city council violated the Texas Open Meetings Act by approving the amendments as one agenda item rather than individually. (See Details)

➤ The Houston Texans raised $1.4 million to fund girls' flag football programs at all 25 district high schools during their annual Season Premiere kickoff charity event at NRG Stadium on Thursday. (More)

➤ UT Tyler held a grand opening ceremony on Friday for its renovated nursing school building. (Watch Video)

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➤ No. 4 Texas cruised to a 52-0 win over Colorado State in their first game of the season on Saturday. Five-star backup quarterback Arch Manning threw his first touchdown pass for the Longhorns. (Watch Video)

➤ Texas high school football saw four matchups between top-ranked teams this weekend—check the final scores here. (See Scores)

➤ Houston Astros ace Yusei Kikuchi struck out 12 Kansas City Royals batters over 7 innings on Saturday to help the Astros win 5-2. (Watch Video)

➤ UT alum and Dallas resident Scottie Scheffler won the PGA Tour Championship Sunday, earning his eighth tournament victory this year. The $25 million payout brings his season earnings to $62.3 million. (More)

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➤ A new state law banning the hunting of mountain lions in enclosed areas went into effect September 1. (See Details)

➤ A Texas A&M student won $50,000 in College GameDay's field goal challenge after an initial miss. (Watch Video)

➤ A massive mural of Harriet Tubman was unveiled in Downtown Houston. The artwork, entitled "From Slavery to Freedom," adorned the side of the former cotton exchange building. (See Photo)

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