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Morath Orchard corn maze returns

BYERS, Texas (KAUZ) - Morath Orchard has always been known for its strawberries and blackberries, but for the last two fall seasons, they’ve been making headlines for something else: corn.

“We already had the people coming to pick our strawberries and stuff so, I figured why not do the corn maze,” orchard part-owner Will Morath said.

For Will, the maze’s creator, it seemed like a great idea to bring in more visitors.

The only problem?

He didn’t know how to grow corn in the ground and ... Read more

Texas Tech University College of Architecture appoints new d

After over 20 years at Texas Tech University’s College of Architecture–including one year as interim dean and over 20 as a professor–Urs Peter “Upe” Flueckiger has been appointed as new dean, the Lubbock-based university announced today.
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A Baby Shower at Whataburger is the Most Texas Thing Ever

We do love our Whataburger here in the Lone Star State.

It seems like every time I turn around, I come across a story about a birthday or engagement photos or whatever kind of random event you can think of is being held a Whataburger. It ... Read more

SUPERB WOMAN: Frances Smith-Dean

Photo via Zan Wesley Holmes, Jr. Community Outreach Center website

The Executive Director of Zan Wesley Holmes, Jr. Community Outreach Center, Frances Smith-Dean hails from New Orleans, LA. She received a BS Degree in Mathematics and Com ... Read more

Petrolia CISD superintendent resigns

PETROLIA, Texas (KAUZ) - Petrolia Consolidated Independent School District Superintendent of Schools David Hedges has resigned, according to a statement released by the district Thursday night.

Hedges held the position for five years. An agreement was reportedly reached that allows him to pursue other interests and permits the school board to hire another superintendent. The board and Hedges entered the agreement believing it was in the best interest of all parties involved, including the district as a whole.

The schoo ... Read more

One arrested after shooting in Burkburnett

BURKBURNETT, Texas (KAUZ) - Burkburnett Police arrested 18-year-old Burkburnett resident Kaden Scott Siegfried on Saturday night in connection to a shooting at a Family Dollar.

An arrest affidavit states that officers were called to the ... Read more

Petrolia CISD announces new interim superintendent

PETROLIA, Texas (KAUZ) - Petrolia CISD officials announced Wednesday the appointment of their new interim superintendent.

Kenda Cox was chosen for the role. She has served Petrolia schools for five years in various capacities, including ... Read more

Two arrested for Burkburnett Dollar Saver burglary

BURKBURNETT, Texas (KAUZ) - Two people were arrested on Monday after a Dollar Saver in Burkburnett was burglarized.

Burkburnett Police Department officials said they responded to three separate alarms at the Dollar Saver on Sheppard Road ... Read more