Morning Show News

School employees in Royse City got good news this week. They were given an unexpected $1,000 dollar bonus. That includes teachers, custodians and school secretaries too. We're so happy for y'all!  ~ Starlene Stringer

Imagine opening your luggage and finding a puppy inside! That actually happened to a Texas couple. Take a look!  ~ Starlene Stringer

Texas A&M's Seth Small says kicking the game winning field goal is the 3rd best thing to ever happen to him. Getting married over the summer ranks 2nd on his list. Small says the greatest moment of his life was accepting Jesus into his heart!  ~ Starlene Stringer
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It's Texas-OU weekend at the State Fair of Texas and it's a bit awkward for one family because the father used to be a quarterback for OU and his son is the current QB at UT. The Red River Rivalry should be super fun for them and for us! ~ Starlene Stringer

After gunfire at a North Texas school yesterday, I'm happy to report today is Bring Your Bible to School Day!  ~ Starlene Stringer

This Navy veteran and his family were given a home yesterday. They get to live in the Operation Homefront house rent-free, as they transition from military life to everyday civilian life in Fort Worth. ~ Starlene Stringer

Don't give up! That's my advice to those who have dug for diamonds at Arkansas' State Park, but came home empty handed.  Apparently, there are still gems to be found. A California woman named, Noreen Wredberg, recently found a 4.38 carat yellow diamond after only an hour of digging. Congrats! ~ Starlene Stringer

Today is National Taco Day and that means freebies and discounts. Click the pic to see which restaurants are offering specials today. Hopefully you'll have leftovers to enjoy on Taco Tuesday too! ~ Starlene Stringer

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of everyone injured when part of the Highland Hills apartments exploded in Dallas yesterday. Three Dallas Fire Recue members remain in critical condition. Please keep them in your prayers too!  ~ Starlene Stringer (photo credit: WFAA Ch 8)

It's National Coffee Day and that means freebies and deals!