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Texas state park to reopen temporarily ahead of impending sale, permanent closure

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:38 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A popular Texas state park will temporarily reopen to visitors this week ahead of its impending sale and permanent closure later this summer.Fairfield Lake State Park, about 70 miles east of Waco, was closed to the public at the end of February, after almost 50 years in operation.The land is not owned by the state. The current property owner, Vistra Energy, is in contract to sell the land to a Dallas-based developer, Todd Interests. That developer plans to turn the site into an exclusive gated community with multi-million dollar homes and a private golf course, according to the Dallas Morning News.The Parks and Wildlife Department was given a 120-day termination of lease notice on Feb. 13, meaning the state would have to vacate the property by June 13. Lawmakers last week urged the TPWD to consider reopening the park in the meantime. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Lawmakers ask for state park to temporarily reopen "I trust you guys know how much time you actually need to put t...

Keeping winter alive for one more week

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:38 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Spring break weather is supposed to have that feel of spring. However, there will be times this week when we are reminded that it's still winter. That winter feel will really be noticeable this weekend. NEW BLOG: How a switch to El Niño could affect hurricane season Sunday morning's cold front left its mark as lows today fell to the middle 40s to low 50s. Even with a bright sky this afternoon our highs will peak in the middle to upper 60s. This will be below the normal high of 72°. It will mark the first time since March started where the high temperatures for the day will be below normal.Jackets and coats will be needed tomorrow morning as most lows will be in the 40s.A disturbance will move across Texas tomorrow bringing an increase in clouds along with a very low chance of rain. It will also be a few degrees cooler Tuesday with many highs in the low to mid 60s. Afternoon temperatures will warm to the 70s Wednesday and Thursday. In fact, some highs Thursday will...

City of Austin finds potentially harmful blue-green algae at Lady Bird Lake, Lake Austin

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:38 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for March 13, 2023.AUSTIN (KXAN) – The City of Austin’s Watershed Protection Department said its scientists saw blue-green algae, which might be toxic, Friday at Red Bud Isle on Lady Bird Lake and Jessica Hollis Park on Lake Austin. The algae, however, has yet to be tested, according to the city. Toxic blue-green algae: Is this the new normal for Austin dog owners? The department said its routine monitoring begins in June and lasts through the fall.“Stay safe outdoors + avoid algae. We have seen blue-green algae, which may be toxic, at Red Bud Isle on Lady Bird Lake and Jessica Hollis Park on Lake Austin. It may be mixed in with green algae in other places as well,” the department said in a tweet.Toxic algae can be lethal for dogs. Symptoms include stumbling and unsteady walking, foaming at the mouth, excessive drooling and muscle twitches.The Watershed Protection Department has a page for updates and information...

Will Ferrell, production crew visit Amarillo area businesses, take on The Big Texan Steak Ranch challenge

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:38 GMT

AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) - Photos, live videos, and reels including iconic actor and comedian Will Ferrell flooded social media in the Amarillo area over the weekend as he and production crew members took in the sites while filming a currently-untitled documentary. According to a number of posts and statements from local businesses, Ferrell spent the weekend making stops at popular Amarillo spots such as The Big Texan Steak Ranch, Mexico Lindo, and Clothez Exchange. How did ‘Texas, Our Texas’ become the official state song? Photos on The Big Texan Steak Ranch's social media page highlighted that their "interesting" weekend included Ferrell appearing in a Sherlock Holmes costume and being seen eating the establishment's iconic 72-ounce steak. "The whole thing was very bizarre, even for us," noted a representative of The Big Texan. "We couldn’t tell what was really scripted and was real." Aside from the High Plains' infamous cuts of beef, Ferrell sampled Mexico Lindo's local Mexi...

Police: Three arrested on drug trafficking charges

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:38 GMT

SARATOGA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Sunday, three individuals were arrested following an investigation into drug trafficking in Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties. David T. Henderson, Hernandez J. Hayes, and Kristin M. Lamb were all arraigned in the Town of Halfmoon Court, for charges of criminal possession of cocaine with a controlled substance. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! As part of the investigation, a search warrant was executed on a vehicle that the suspects were traveling in on I-87. In total, police seized 465 grams of cocaine, 16 grams of fentanyl pills, and U.S. currency. Following arraignment, the suspects were remanded to the Saratoga County Jail without bail.

Schenectady County declares state of emergency due to storm

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:38 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Schenectady County has announced a state of emergency due to the impending winter storm. The emergency is in effect from 10 p.m. on Monday to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 14. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, this will be the biggest storm of the season yet. The high impact, long duration winter storm will bring heavy wet snow and gusty winds. Power outages are expected.The state of emergency restricts travel throughout the county to essential personnel. The county offices and all nine branches of the Schenectady County Public Library system will be closed during this time. Albany County declares state of emergency due to storm Residents who have an appointment scheduled with a county department on Tuesday should reach out to reschedule. The County Legislature meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. on Tuesday has been postponed until March 16 at 7 p.m.Schenectady Co...

NYSP: New Scotland man steals vehicle, has it destroyed

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:38 GMT

NEW SCOTLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On March 9, New York State Police arrested Mark J. Wallace Jr., 37, of New Scotland, following an investigation into a stolen vehicle. Wallace was charged with Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the Fourth Degree, and Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to police, the vehicle was reported stolen from a property in New Scotland on December 9, 2021. Police determined Wallace had stolen the vehicle and taken it to a scrap yard to sell. Wallace then falsified documents by claiming to be the owner of the vehicle. The vehicle was then crushed. Wallace surrendered himself to State Police in Coxsackie. He was processed and issued an appearance ticket to New Scotland Town Court on March 23, and released.

City of Pittsfield announces snow emergency

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:38 GMT

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- In preparation for the impending winter storm, the City of Pittsfield has declared a snow emergency effective at 7 p.m. on March 13. The snow emergency will run through 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! During the snow emergency, residents are asked to utilize off-street parking. Residents may park on the street, but must observe the following parking regulations:Between 7 p.m. on March 13 and 14, parking is allowed on the odd side of the street.Between 7 p.m. on March 14 and 15, parking is allowed on the even side of the street.Residents are also encouraged to use the McKay Street parking garage, which will be available for free overnight parking starting at 4 p.m. on March 13. Vehicles violating parking regulations may be towed or tickets at the owner's expense. Capital Region snow emergencies for March 13-14 storm Trash and recycling pickup will be cancele...

Brunswick announces snow emergency

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:38 GMT

BRUNSWICK, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Brunswick joins the growing list of communities declaring snow emergencies ahead of the winter storm heading to the Capital Region. The area will get several inches of snow and some places could see over a foot or more. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The snow emergency will start at midnight (Monday into Tuesday) Tuesday, March 14 and run until Wednesday, March 15 at noon. Town officials are asking residents to park in their driveway and have garbage cans out of the road.There will be no parking in the streets. Any vehicle in violation of the parking restrictions will be ticketed and/ or towed at the owner’s expense. MORE: Forecast Discussion Several other communities have announced a snow emergency ahead of the winter storm set to impact the region. Check the latest from the Storm Tracker Weather Team to stay up to date with the latest weather news.

Glens Falls declares snow emergency as region preps for storm

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:38 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The city of Glens Falls is under a snow emergency, with the region forecast to see 8-12 inches of snow between Monday night and Wednesday morning. The announcement was made by Acting Mayor Jim Clark, with Mayor Bill Collins out of town. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The snow emergency goes into effect at 8 p.m. Monday evening, running until 8 a.m. on Wednesday, March 15. During that period, on-street parking is banned, as plows work to clear snow. The ban also allows emergency service vehicles to operate safely. Non-urgent vehicular traffic is discouraged throughout the emergency.The city notes that winds are expected to exceed 30-to-35 miles per hour, which can make traffic even more dangerous. Power outages are likely in parts of the city. While nobody is going to want to go outside during the storm, those with a fire hydrant outside of their home or business are asked to clear it off if...