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Alexis Simmerman

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  • 6 days ago | statesman.com | Alexis Simmerman

    The father of a Texas teen fatally stabbed at a track meet was escorted from a press conference held by Karmelo Anthony's family. Anthony's mother spoke publicly, stating her family has received threats and harassment. A protest organized by Protect White Americans is planned to demand justice for Austin Metcalf.

  • 6 days ago | yahoo.com | Brandi Addison |Alexis Simmerman

    Easter weekend is here, and for many Christians, it begins with Good Friday — a day of deep reflection and one of the most solemn observances of the year. While Easter Sunday is often marked by celebration, Good Friday takes a quieter tone. Here's why it is observed and some common traditions across the world. When is Good Friday 2025? Why is it celebrated? Good Friday is celebrated on the Friday before Easter and marks the day Jesus was crucified and died. This year, it is observed on April 18, 2025.

  • 6 days ago | statesman.com | Mary Walrath-Holdridge |Alexis Simmerman

    Can Easter be celebrated without Easter eggs? Millions are about to find out. A staggering 47% of Americans are skipping the tradition of dyeing eggs this year due to the price of eggs, according to a WalletHub survey. The same survey also concluded nearly two in five expect tariffs to impact their Easter spending, and almost half said the same of inflation. This year, 41% of Americans suggested the Easter Bunny should give away money like the Tooth Fairy.

  • 6 days ago | yahoo.com | Mary Walrath-Holdridge |Alexis Simmerman

    Can Easter be celebrated without Easter eggs? Millions are about to find out. A staggering 47% of Americans are skipping the tradition of dyeing eggs this year due to the price of eggs, according to a WalletHub survey. The same survey also concluded nearly two in five expect tariffs to impact their Easter spending, and almost half said the same of inflation. This year, 41% of Americans suggested the Easter Bunny should give away money like the Tooth Fairy. One can dream, right?

  • 1 week ago | yahoo.com | Alexis Simmerman

    Starbucks has a surprise for South Texas, and it's in 3D. No, literally. Rather than building a typical brick-and-mortar location in Brownsville, the coffee giant is constructing its first-ever 3D-printed store — and it's expected to open in less than two weeks. A local outlet captured the start of construction in December 2024. "Excited to see this come to life!" Brownsville Today wrote in a social media post alongside photos of the building site.

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14 Mar 25

RT @statesman: A major crash involving 17 vehicles on I-35 near Austin left 5 people dead and several others injured. Among the deceased we…

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19 Oct 24

RT @AustinNewsGuild: The Austin NewsGuild is pleased to announce a tentative agreement with @Gannett. Thank you to the community for its on…

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17 Oct 24

RT @texastribguild: We support our fellow journalists at @AustinNewsGuild, who are in mediation today after years of bargaining. ✊