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621 area code goes into effect in Greater Houston area
New area code 621 will begin servicing the Greater Houston area as of Jan. 23. Telephone customers requesting new phone numbers, a new service, adding a line or moving their service may be assigned the 621 area code. The 621 area code was approved back in ...
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How rare is this southern snowstorm? Texas, Louisiana, Florida blanketed by snow
"This will be the most significant winter storm the Greater Houston area has experienced ... Much of northern Florida is under a winter storm warning, all the way from Pensacola to Jacksonville.
Unprecedented winter storm paralyzes Gulf Coast with heavy snow and ice
A major winter storm blankets the Gulf Coast with record-breaking snowfall, causing widespread closures and travel disruptions from Texas to Florida.
Florida winter storm for the ages coming: Record snow, ice expected | Forecast
Snow totals in the inconceivable 4-6” range are a possibility. The all-time Florida snow record of 4” from Milton in 1954 is in serious danger of falling in the next 24 hours.
Rare Southern winter storm brings historic snow, halts travel in parts of region
The snow storm could hit over a dozen states through Wednesday, including Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas.
No. 10 Houston visits UCF after Hall’s 40-point game
UCF takes on the No. 10 Houston Cougars after Keyshawn Hall scored 40 points in UCF's 95-89 victory over the Arizona State Sun Devils.
Rare winter storm that smacked much of the South turns deadly; dig-out begins
Lingering frigid conditions could continue to disrupt the South in cities not accustomed to the deep freeze that has gripped much of the nation.
Video roundup: A look at winter weather across the US
From snowball fights with nuns to Texas sledding and furry friends frolicking in the snow, see how people are reacting to winter weather in various parts of the U.S.
Why are cruise lines betting big on Galveston?
Florida has seven cruise ports, including three of the busiest in the world, but they are near max capacity without a lot of room to grow. Meanwhile in Galveston, Royal Caribbean opened a new cruise terminal in 2022 and in 2023,
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How Greater Autonomy Can Benefit Children
In fact I’d argue that kids would have better outcomes overall — both academically and personally — by having much greater autonomy broadly defined than the typical young person has now.
UNF renames College of Education after alumni gift
A major gift has renamed UNF's College of Education, aiming to enhance teacher preparation and imapct K-12 students across Northeast Florida.
Luxury charter service to connect Houston to other major Texas cities
A D.C.-based luxury charter bus company plans to expand its intercity services across Texas and the country over the next two years.