STATE FINALISTS: UIL 3A Military Marching Band Finals Are Set, Here’s The List
UIL 3A Military Marching Band Finals are locked in. Here are the 5 East Texas bands that are advancing to the finals in the UIL Class 3A military-style marching band state championships in their reverse performance order.
TXAN Digital Staff
4 hours ago1 min read
Lindale Wins UIL 4A State Military Marching Band Championship; Gilmer Finishes Second
Lindale claimed the UIL State Military Marching Band Championship in the 4A classification, finishing first among the five finalists at McLane Stadium.
Donovan Bridgeforth
18 hours ago1 min read
Carlisle Claims UIL State Military Marching Band Championship; Union Grove Finishes Second
Carlisle claimed first place at the UIL State Military Marching Band Championships in the 1A/2A classification, leading a field of five finalists at McLane Stadium.
Donovan Bridgeforth
18 hours ago1 min read
Five East Texas Bands Set For UIL 4A State Military Marching Championships
Spring Hill, Brownsboro, Van, Gilmer and Lindale high schools are listed in the evening performance schedule, with performances beginning at 8:30 p.m.
Spring Hill is scheduled to perform at 8:30 p.m., followed by Brownsboro at 8:45 p.m. Van is set for 9 p.m., Gilmer at 9:15 p.m. and Lindale at 9:30 p.m.
TXAN Digital Staff
23 hours ago1 min read
Five East Texas Bands Set To Compete In UIL State Military Marching Finals Round
Overton, Carlisle, Beckville, Shelbyville and Union Grove high schools are listed in the competition schedule, with performances beginning at 7 a.m. at McLane Stadium in Waco.
TXAN Digital Staff
1 day ago1 min read
Headed To Waco: Whitehouse Band Director Shares Local Support and Sacrifices this year reaching UIL State
WHITEHOUSE, Texas (TXAN 24) — For Whitehouse Band Director Randy Kiser, the journey to the UIL Military Marching Band State Championships begins long before senior year. Speaking with TXAN 24 News ahead of the competition at McLane Stadium in Waco, Kiser reflected on the commitment it takes for students to start band in sixth grade and remain dedicated through all seven years of their journey to senior year. He also highlighted the student leadership that has helped shape thi
Donovan Bridgeforth
1 day ago1 min read
Headed To Waco: Bullard Band Director Reflects On Journey To UIL State Championship
Ahead of tomorrow’s UIL State Military Marching Band Championships, Bullard’s band director sat down with TXAN 24 News to reflect on a journey years in the making.
For Sergio Olivares, the road to state carries a special meaning. The senior class competing this week was his first group of band students, and he has watched them grow as musicians and young adults throughout their time together. His current juniors were the first students he brought into the band program.
Donovan Bridgeforth
2 days ago1 min read
Klyde Warren Park Welcomed Thousands For Annual Halloween Celebration In Dallas
Thousands of families gathered in downtown Dallas for the sixth annual Trick-or-Treating in the Park, a free Halloween celebration featuring activities for children and families.
Presented by Kroger, the event transformed Klyde Warren Park into a community gathering space filled with Halloween festivities, including trick-or-treating, costume contests, children’s book giveaways and other family-friendly activities.
Donovan Bridgeforth
2 days ago1 min read
East Texas Sends A Strong Contingent To UIL State Military Marching Band Championships
East Texas high school marching bands will take center stage this week as the 2026 University Interscholastic League State Military Class Marching Band Championships arrive at McLane Stadium on the campus of Baylor University.
TXAN Digital Staff
2 days ago2 min read
When Clicks Come Before Compassion: The Ethical Failure Of Livestreaming A Human Tragedy
There is a line between reporting the news and exploiting a tragedy. When reports emerged that Smash Da Topic livestreamed the death of a 20-year-old who jumped to their death in Dallas, that line demanded serious scrutiny.
Donovan Bridgeforth
3 days ago2 min read
Baylor Fires Dave Aranda After 40-40 Run, Kansas Loss
Baylor has fired head football coach Dave Aranda, according to ESPN sources, ending his tenure in Waco after a 40-40 record across seven seasons.
Donovan Bridgeforth
3 days ago1 min read
Prairie View A&M Claims Big Cat Cup With 30-19 Win Over East Texas A&M
Prairie View A&M used a balanced offensive attack and a productive ground game to defeat East Texas A&M, 30-19, capturing the Big Cat Cup in a rivalry matchup between the Panthers and Lions.
Donovan Bridgeforth
4 days ago2 min read
No. 7 Grand Saline Rolls Past Edgewood 45-13 To Move To 9-0
Grand Saline continues to make its case as one of the top teams in Texas Class 3A Division II, dominating rival Edgewood 45-13 to improve to 9-0 on the season.
Donovan Bridgeforth
5 days ago1 min read
Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs Renew Texas Rivalry In Friday Night Showdown
The Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs renew their Texas rivalry Friday night, October 23, with a matchup at Austin’s Moody Center offering both teams an early opportunity to build momentum in the 2026-27 NBA season.
TXAN Digital Staff
5 days ago2 min read
Texas Senate Race Remains Closely Contested In Weeks Before Election Day
Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico remain closely positioned in Texas’ U.S. Senate race, according to recent polling ahead of the November 3 midterm election.
Donovan Bridgeforth
6 days ago1 min read
Houston, Dallas Tie In National Study Of Tourist-Friendly Cities
Houston and Dallas are tied in a new national study measuring how efficiently visitors can fit sightseeing into a trip, with both Texas cities earning 54.9 out of 100.
The TouristMaxxing Index, compiled by JRPass.com, compared 20 major U.S. cities across seven measures, including attraction access by car and on foot, transportation costs, travel time and admission prices.
TXAN Digital Staff
6 days ago1 min read
Gomez, Morticia Addams Top Texas Couples Costume Searches For Halloween 2026
Gomez and Morticia Addams are Texas’ most-searched couples Halloween costume heading into 2026, while Mario and Luigi lead the state’s duo costume searches, according to new research from CSGOGem.
The study found 3,720 Google searches for Gomez and Morticia costumes in Texas from July through September 2026. The spooky couple ranked second nationally, with 35,000 searches across the United States, and led searches in 14 states, including Texas.
TXAN Digital Staff
6 days ago1 min read
Job-Matching App ShiftPass Reports Growing Texas User Base As It Expands Nationwide
A job-matching app founded by a Hawaii entrepreneur is gaining traction in Texas, where the company says approximately 30% of its registered users are located.
ShiftPass, launched by Jessica Cockrell at age 50 from Hilo, Hawaii, connects workers and employers through a platform designed to make hiring more direct. The company completed its full launch in May 2026 and says it has since expanded its reach nationwide.
TXAN Digital Staff
6 days ago1 min read
Hard Rock Bet Brings Texas Barbecue And Cowboy Culture To Football-Shaped Soap
Hard Rock Bet is bringing a Texas-inspired twist to football season with a football-shaped soap scented with smoky mesquite and hints of rodeo.
Donovan Bridgeforth
6 days ago1 min read
Rockets Dominate Mavericks In Season Opener Behind Durant’s 30 Points
The Houston Rockets opened the 2026-27 NBA regular season with a statement victory Wednesday night, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 120-100 at Toyota Center.
Kevin Durant led Houston with 30 points, while Jabari Smith Jr. contributed 25 points and Alperen Şengün finished with 23 points and 10 rebounds. The Rockets showcased their offensive depth and defensive intensity against a Dallas team beginning a new chapter under head coach Dusty May.
TXAN Digital Staff
7 days ago1 min read
TCU Men’s Basketball Eyes Another NCAA Tournament Run
The TCU Horned Frogs enter the 2026-27 men’s basketball season looking to build on a program-best 11-7 Big 12 conference record and make another push toward the NCAA Tournament under head coach Jamie Dixon.
TXAN Digital Staff
Oct 212 min read
Arizona, Houston Lead Big 12 Final Four Hopes As TCU, Oklahoma State Headline Women’s Race
As Big 12 basketball programs prepare for the 2026-27 season, Arizona and Houston are emerging as leading men’s basketball contenders for another deep NCAA Tournament run, while TCU and Oklahoma State headline the conference’s women’s championship conversation.
TXAN Digital Staff
Oct 212 min read
Rusk Terminates Interim City Manager Amid Leadership Turnover And Growing Questions Over City Hall
The City of Rusk has terminated Interim City Manager Victoria D. Minton following a letter from her attorney raising concerns about potential retaliation and protections under Texas whistleblower law, adding another development to the city’s ongoing leadership turmoil.
TXAN Digital Staff
Oct 201 min read
Rusk City Manager Faces Threatened Termination As Attorney Alleges Whistleblower Retaliation
An attorney representing Rusk Interim City Manager Victoria D. Minton has accused city officials of potential whistleblower retaliation and warned that removing her from her position could expose the city to litigation.
TXAN Digital Staff
Oct 202 min read
Scott Drew And Baylor Enter 2026-27 Season With Plenty To Prove
Scott Drew and the Baylor Bears men’s basketball team enter the 2026-27 season facing high expectations to rebound after missing the NCAA Tournament last season. With a retooled roster and a competitive Big 12 Conference ahead, Baylor will look to reestablish itself among the nation’s top programs.
TXAN Digital Staff
Oct 201 min read
