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Texas Tribune charts data centers across state

Texas Tribune charts data centers across state

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Texas Tribune charts data centers across state

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Thursday, August 13, 2026
Body In its ongoing coverage of data center trends across the Lone Star State, the nonprofit Texas Tribune has compiled and mapped a database of planned and active facilities, identifying at least 248 new projects driven by the artificial intelligence boom.

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Fort Worth, Four Sixes forge bonds thanks to Sheridan connection

Staff Reports
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Body Texas Christian University co-stars on Taylor Sheridan’s “Landman,” but the school has also been saddling up with the producer in a project to expand the marketing reach of his massive Four Sixes Ranch brand, according to a May 2026 feature in The Fort Worth Report.
COOLANDCOLORFUL Whether you’re looking to test your speed on the water or just want to experience a splash-filled day of lake fun, paddlers are encouraged to get signed up today for Lake Mackenzie’s Sept. 5 race. | COURTESY PHOTO

COOLANDCOLORFUL Whether you’re looking to test your speed on the water or just want to experience a splash-filled day of lake fun, paddlers are encouraged to get signed up today for Lake Mackenzie’s Sept. 5 race. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Lake Mackenzie to host annual paddle craft race and color splash

Deyanara Lane |
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Body Briscoe County’s Lake Mackenzie is gearing up for a vibrant, high-energy day on the water with its upcoming Annual paddle craft race and color splash, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026.

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Lancium, QTS to host meeting in Turkey Aug. 13

Staff Reports
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Body QTS (Quality Technology Services), a major American provider of hyperscale and hybrid colocation data center solutions owned by Blackstone, is preparing to meet members of the Hall County community during a, Aug. 13 information session at the Valley School.QTS (https://q.
Courthouse gazebo included in Motley memorial plans

Courthouse gazebo included in Motley memorial plans

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Courthouse gazebo included in Motley memorial plans

Marisue Potts |
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Body At its August 10, 2026, meeting the Motley County commissioners court approved a preliminary plan for the Motley County Veterans Memorial to be located on courthouse grounds by the gazebo.
MIDNIGHT MADNESS

MIDNIGHT MADNESS

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MIDNIGHT MADNESS

News Staff
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Body As the clock struck midnight and Friday night turned into Saturday morning, at 12:01 a.m. football teams across Caprock Country— including the Guthrie Jaguars—kicked off their seasons with Midnight Madness.
DPS Calls on Texans to Help Keep Students Safe This School Year

DPS Calls on Texans to Help Keep Students Safe This School Year

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DPS Calls on Texans to Help Keep Students Safe This School Year

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Thursday, August 6, 2026
Body AUSTIN – As students head back to the classroom, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds all Texans to exercise heightened caution and adhere to safety measures implemented to protect students, staff and fellow drivers this school year.