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WATCH: Highlight's from Texas A&M's legends game

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Former Texas A&M quarterback highlighted the former player flag football game held at halftime of the Aggies' spring game. Reported by Harrison Daily 10 hours ago.

Mississippi Record Gator, Largest Boone & Crockett Whitetail Deer Collection Part of Western and Taxidermy Auction

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More than 700 big game and exotic taxidermy mounts from the collections of 3 legendary hunters and 5 more estates are up for auction in Fort Worth, Texas and online. An additional 500 items including Indian and cowboy collectible items, furniture, bronzes and works of art by renowned artists, horns, hides, chaps, spurs, saddles, blankets, and rugs are in the sale.

Fort Worth, Texas (PRWEB) April 15, 2018

A Mississippi state record alligator and the largest Boone & Crockett Whitetail Deer collection ever at one auction are among the top items for sale at the Western Collectibles and Taxidermy Auction on April 21-22, 2018, at the Will Rogers Coliseum in Fort Worth.

More than 700 big game and exotic taxidermy mounts from the collections of three legendary hunters plus five other estates, along with 500 Indian and cowboy collectible items, bronzes, furniture, works of art by renowned artists, chaps, spurs, saddles, blankets, and rugs, among others, are in the sale. Doors open both days at 10 a.m.

The gargantuan reptile weighed more than 750 pounds, and is 14 feet, 10 inches long. Over 100 Whitetail Deer taxidermy mounts ranging between the 200-500 class on the Boone & Crockett scale will be available, as well as four sets of Ivory tusks, a Top 10 Lord Derby, and huge Elk mounts.

Among the top hunter estates being liquidated include that of Irvin Barnhart of Houston, who was considered one of the top 10 hunters in the world. His collection includes numerous Safari Club record book mounts.

Additional estates being liquidated include those of Rick Smith of Midland and Mike Brown of Brownsville. Also included are three estates from Washington state, Oklahoma, and Fort Worth. Trophy mounts in the combined collections includes Axis Deer, Black Bear, Brown Bear, Buffalo, Cougar, Lion, Polar Bear, Musk Ox, Zebra, Wolf, Grizzly Bear, Kudu, Cape Hartebeest, White Blesbok, Sitka Deer and others.

Up for purchase are 60 pieces of western and wildlife art plus 50 significant bronze statues by well-known artists including Rick Taylor, Charles M. Russell, and Remington. Many beautiful wood carvings including an eight-foot-tall Kudu (head and base) that is remarkable in design and detail.

Other items include a 1700’s ship captain’s telescope, hides and skulls, authentic Roman coins, rare coins, bird mounts, 50 assorted fish mounts, antique furniture and accessories, antique African masks, drums, hand-woven Egyptian rug, other furniture and decorative items, African carvings, arrowhead displays, cowhorn furniture, horns, antlers, framed fishing lures, framed old knife collection, Indian jewelry, knives, signs, Southwest-style blankets, Southwest rugs, steer horns, turquoise jewelry, US currency and coins.

The auction presented by The Corner Shoppe in Austin, Texas, is being held at the Will Rogers Coliseum at 3401 W. Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, TX. For photos and to bid online go to http://www.proxibid.com/taxidermyking. For more information visit http://www.taxidermyking.com. Reported by PRWeb 11 hours ago.

American League

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___Chicago White Sox at Minnesota, ppd.Boston 7, Baltimore 3N.Y. Yankees 8, Detroit 6Philadelphia 2, Tampa Bay 1Toronto 8, Cleveland 4Houston 3, Texas 2L.A. Angels 5, Kansas City 4Seattle 7, Oakland 4N.Y. Yankees... Reported by New Zealand Herald 10 hours ago.

U2's Bono talks Texas, why he's saluting George W. Bush and the foreign aid argument we're missing

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Reported by DallasNews 8 hours ago.

Once again, a group of kids is teaching us all how to be good human beings

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Students from Allen, Texas, and Linden have been visiting each other as part of a relationship formed from tragedy. Reported by NJ.com 7 hours ago.

Rep. Joaquin Castro On Syria Airstrikes

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NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, about the Trump administration's stance on Syria and the effectiveness of this weekend's airstrikes. Reported by NPR 6 hours ago.

Three teenagers arrested after they sent their friend's sex tape to her parents

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Three teenagers arrested after they sent their friend's sex tape to her parents Alyssa Nicole Ollervides, 17; Daniela Vasquez, 18; and Abdalys Medellin, 19, of Laredo, Texas, have been charged after they circulated their 16-year-old friend's sex tape on social media. Reported by MailOnline 5 hours ago.

4 baboons at Texas research center have brief freedom

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SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Four baboons are back in an enclosure after escaping briefly from a San Antonio medical research center. Officials at the Southwest National Primate Research Center, which is part of the Texas Biomedical Research Institute, say three of the baboons were captured within about 30 minutes Saturday after they managed to get […] Reported by Seattle Times 4 hours ago.

Ted Cruz runs for re-election as though it’s still 2016

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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Ted Cruz ran a surprisingly effective presidential campaign in 2016. It sometimes sounds like he still is. The Texan is seeking re-election to the U.S. Senate by pledging to repeal Barack Obama’s signature health care law, abolish the IRS and beat back federal overreach — even though the Trump administration has […] Reported by Seattle Times 4 hours ago.

Ted Cruz runs for re-election as though it's still 2016

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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Ted Cruz ran a surprisingly effective presidential campaign in 2016. It sometimes sounds like he still is.The Texan is seeking re-election to the U.S. Senate by pledging to repeal Barack Obama's signature health... Reported by New Zealand Herald 4 hours ago.

Larson Electronics LLC Releases Explosion Proof Bug Eye Emergency Halogen Lighting System

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KEMP, Texas, April 15, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Industrial lighting leader, Larson Electronics LLC, announced the release of a Class I Division 2 explosion proof 50 Hz emergency lighting unit that features a sealed lead acid battery backup and dual halogen lamp heads. This 16W emergency lighting unit is designed to withstand harsh conditions within hazardous locations such as extraction rooms, chemical plants and warehouses.The HAL-EMG-12W-2LH-50Hz from Larson Electronics is a 50Hz explosion proof bug eye emergency halogen light system rated for Class I Division 2 Groups A, B, C & D hazardous locations as well as Class I Zone 2 IIA, IIB and IIC classified areas. This system includes two 8-watt halogen bug eye lamps and a maintenance free sealed lead acid battery with a built-in two-stage charger. The dual halogen emergency lights are weatherproof Par36 style heads housed inside high impact thermoplastic with a neutral gray outer finish. Each lamp head is adjustable for precise positioning and has a locking collar that securely holds the lens in place.

Sealed lead acid battery provides a runtime of at least 90 minutes and has a two-stage charger with float control and low voltage disconnect to protect the battery from damage when voltage drops too low. The charger also includes brownout and short circuit protection in case of electrical failure and has a 24-hour recharge time. This emergency light also features an LED status indicator light and a magnetic test switch and a front access panel that makes it easy for operators to install and perform maintenance. The HAL-EMG-12W-2LH-50Hz operates on 120-277V AC and is designed for surface wall mounting via four stainless steel mounting feet.

“If you need failsafe emergency lighting, this system is a great option,” said Rob Bresnahan, CEO of Larson Electronics LLC. “The halogen bug eyes and protected battery provide ample light for a considerable amount of time during emergencies. Not to mention the unit is reliable, fully sealed against the intrusion of dust and water with a NEMA 4X rating and tough construction.”

*About Larson Electronics LLC:* Larson Electronics LLC is a manufacturer of industrial lighting equipment and accessories. The company offers an extensive catalog of industry-grade lighting and power distribution products for the following sectors: manufacturing, construction, food processing, oil and gas, military, marine and automobile. Customers can benefit from the company’s hands-on, customized approach to lighting solutions. Larson Electronics provides expedited service for quotes, customer support and shipments.

*For further information, please contact:*
Rob Bresnahan, *President and CEO
*Toll-free: 1-800-369-6671
Phone: 214-616-6180
Fax: 903-498-3364
E-mail: sales@larsonelectronics.com

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Convicted Texas drug dealer used kids to package meth

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CALDWELL, Texas (AP) — A 46-year-old East Central Texas man who authorities say used children as young as 5 years of age to package his methamphetamine supply has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for dealing the illegal drugs. Burleson County prosecutors say Charles David Clark of Caldwell was convicted last week of a […] Reported by Seattle Times 3 hours ago.

Watch: 4 baboons briefly escape from enclosure at Texas research facility

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Reported by DallasNews 2 hours ago.

Report: Texas foster care girls more likely to get pregnant

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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — An advocacy group says teens in Texas foster care are five times more likely to become pregnant than other girls statewide. Citing 2017 Texas Department of Family and Protective Services data, a 38-page report released Monday by Texans Care for Children says 332 foster care girls were pregnant last year, while […] Reported by Seattle Times 2 hours ago.

US slaps ZTE with seven-year components ban for breaching terms of sanctions settlement

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The US Department of Commerce is banning American companies from selling components to leading Chinese telecom equipment maker ZTE Corp for seven years for breaching the terms of a sanctions violation case, US officials said on Monday. The Chinese company, which sells smartphones in the United States, pleaded guilty last year in federal court in Texas for conspiring to violate US sanctions by illegally shipping US goods and technology to Iran. It paid US$890 million in fines and penalties, with... Reported by S.China Morning Post 2 hours ago.

Rebel TRX listed as “upcoming vehicle” on Ram website

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Rebel TRX listed as “upcoming vehicle” on Ram website When it comes to factory-built production off-road trucks, Ford owns the space with its F-150 Raptor. However, Ram at the 2016 Texas State Fair introduced the Hellcat-powered Rebel TRX concept, a pickup so mean it made Raptor fans shiver. Now there's possible confirmation from Ram that a production version is coming to a showroom near you. Located... Reported by MotorAuthority 3 hours ago.

Texas jury deliberates fate of man held in student’s death

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FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — A Texas jury is deliberating in the murder trial of a man who prosecutors say killed a college student after a night of drinking, then then dismembered and burned her body. Deliberations began Monday in Fort Worth in the trial of 31-year-old Charles Dean Bryant, who is also charged with […] Reported by Seattle Times 2 hours ago.

Texas jury deliberates fate of man held in student's death

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A Texas jury is deliberating in the murder trial of a man who prosecutors say killed a college student after a night of drinking, then dismembered and burned her body. Reported by FOXNews.com 2 hours ago.

New Sears Hometown Store Opens in Wichita Falls

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Local Retailer Offers Top Brand Home Appliances, Lawn and Garden Equipment, Tools, Mattresses and More at Guaranteed Lowest Price

WICHITA FALLS, Texas, April 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:SHOS) will open its newest Texas Sears Hometown Store on April 5, 2018 at 2811 Southwest Parkway in Wichita Falls.The Wichita Falls location marks the 13^th opening of a new Sears Hometown Store this year and the 13^th opening of a new store across all of Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores formats. The new location will offer all active and veteran military customers a 5 percent discount storewide.

Unlike most retail concepts, Sears Hometown Stores combine the value, selection and services associated with larger retail stores but are owned and operated by a member of the local community. 

“Visitors to our store will be greeted by a knowledgeable staff that is dedicated to finding customers the products they need. We offer competitive pricing on a wide selection of name brand appliances, tools and home and garden equipment,” said Cheryl Warren, owner of the new Sears Hometown Store in Wichita Falls. “We look forward to becoming a trusted partner in the community.”

This unique store format allows customers in small communities to have access to the great products and brands usually found only in Sears stores. For instance, the new Sears Hometown Store in Wichita Falls is the only place in town where customers can find an incredible selection of the top appliance brands such as Kenmore®, Maytag®, KitchenAid®, Whirlpool®, Bosch®, Frigidaire® and GE®, plus a large assortment of lawn and garden equipment, Craftsman® tools, fitness equipment, electronics, mattresses and more.  

The Wichita Falls team is excited to provide customers with professional advice, exceptional service and real-time price checks to make sure they receive the guaranteed lowest price. For instance, if a product is not available in stores, Sears Hometown Store associates can order customers any product from the entire merchandise selection offered by Sears, including apparel, footwear, jewelry and much more. Customers also have the option to order products online and pick them up in the store without a shipping charge. The Wichita Falls store also offers Sears Nationwide Service, Parts and Installation.

The Sears Hometown Store in Wichita Falls can be reached at 940-285-5220 and is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. To learn more about Sears Hometown Stores, visit www.searshometownstores.com.

*About Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc.*
Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: SHOS) is an independent national retailer, with a license to use the Sears brand name, primarily focused on selling home appliances, lawn and garden equipment, tools and hardware.  As of April 29, 2017, Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. and its dealers and franchisees operated 1,012 stores across all 50 states as well as in Puerto Rico and Bermuda. In addition to merchandise, Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. provide consumers with access to a full suite of services, including home delivery, installation and extended service contracts.

Operating through two segments—the Sears Hometown and Hardware segment and the Sears Outlet segment—Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. and its subsidiaries offer franchise and dealership opportunities focused on selling, as applicable, top brand home appliances, hardware, tools, lawn and garden equipment and outlet merchandise. For more information about Sears Hometown & Outlet Stores, Inc., visit www.shos.com. To learn about the opportunity to own and operate a store format, visit www.ownasearsstore.com.

*MEDIA CONTACT:*  Ellie Halter
*Phone Number:*  847-945-1300
*Email Address:* ehalter@fishmanpr.com  Reported by GlobeNewswire 3 hours ago.

Strata Decision Technology Named to “Becker’s Top Places to Work in Healthcare” for Fifth Consecutive Year

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CHICAGO, April 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Becker's Healthcare, one of the leading sources of information for the healthcare industry, has named Strata Decision Technology (Strata) to its list of the "Top Places to Work in Healthcare" for the fifth consecutive year.  Strata Decision Technology provides an innovative cloud-based financial planning, analytics and performance platform that is used by healthcare providers to help drive margin to fuel their clinical mission.  Strata adds this latest honor to a growing list of awards that includes being ranked #1 in KLAS as the Category Leader for Business Decision Support for the last four years. “Being recognized by Becker’s Healthcare for the fifth year in a row is incredibly exciting and great recognition of the unique culture we are building at Strata,” said Dan Michelson, Chief Executive Officer at Strata.  “Our mission is to ‘help heal healthcare’.  With the cost of healthcare in the U.S. now averaging over $10,000 per year for every person, delivering on that goal is more important than ever.  I am incredibly proud of our team and we will continue to do everything to ensure every person on our team is given the opportunity to grow and help make a difference for our customers and our company.”

The prestigious list highlights hospitals, health systems and healthcare companies that promote diversity, employee engagement and professional growth and have gone above and beyond to be an exceptional place to work.  The organizations featured on this list offer benefits and opportunities for employees to build successful careers above and beyond the average healthcare provider or company; they encourage professional development and promote leadership from within.  Many members of the list offer unique wellness and personal benefits to ensure employees strike a positive work/life balance as well as employee recognition programs to highlight their accomplishments.

“Our focus is to create a culture that allows our team to grow, serve, celebrate in support of our customers and our mission,” added Heidi Farrell, Vice President of Team Development at Strata.  “Our folks are passionate about our company and our team – they speak openly about how much they respect and enjoy the people they work with every day.   We strive to create an environment that truly allows our team to do their most inspired work.  We are truly honored that effort is being recognized.”

Strata has a long client list that also received recognition from Becker’s including: Advocate Healthcare (IL), BayCare Health System (FL), Bon Secours Health System (MD), Boston Medical Center (MA), Carilion Clinic (VA), Children’s Health (TX), Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (GA), Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (PA), Cleveland Clinic (OH), Covenant Health (TN), Gunderson Health System (WI), Hospital for Special Surgery (NY), Intermountain Healthcare (UT), MemorialCare (CA), New York-Presbyterian Hospital (NY), Methodist Health System (TX), Nemours Childrens Health System (FL), Northshore University Health System (IL), Northwell Health (NY), Northwestern Medicine (IL), Orlando Health (FL), ProMedica (OH), RWJBarnabas Health (NJ), Sharp HealthCare (CA), Saint Luke’s Health System (MO), UnityPoint (IA), University of Missouri Health Care (MO), University of Texas Medical Branch (TX), UPMC Pinnacle (PA), UW Health (WI), and Virginia Hospital Center Health System (VA).

View the entire Becker’s list here.*About Becker’s Hospital Review
*Becker's Hospital Review is a monthly publication offering up-to-date business and legal news and analysis relating to hospitals and health systems. Articles are geared toward high-level hospital leaders, and we work to provide valuable information, including hospital and health system news, best practices and legal guidance specifically for these decision-makers. Each issue of Becker's Hospital Review reaches more than 18,000 people, primarily acute care hospital CEOs, CFOs and CIOs.

*About Strata Decision Technology*

Strata Decision Technology provides an innovative cloud-based financial planning, analytics and performance platform that is used by healthcare providers to help drive margin to fuel their clinical mission.  Founded in 1996, the Company's customer base includes 1,000 hospitals and 200 of the most prestigious healthcare delivery systems in the U.S.

The Company’s StrataJazz® application is a single software as a service platform that includes modules for capital planning, continuous improvement, contract modeling, cost accounting, cost management, decision support, financial forecasting, management reporting, operational budgeting, performance improvement and strategic planning. 

The Company's headquarters are in Chicago, IL. For more information, please visit www.stratadecision.com.

CONTACT: Contact: Rachael Britnell, Strata Decision Technology, 312.827.7711, rbritnell@stratadecision.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 2 hours ago.
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