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A narcotics task force nabbed two arrests, and got cocaine worth more than $1 million off the streets.

“Hopefully, (Ann Marie's) family can find closure in this”

A 34-year-old Mexican Mafia member was sentenced to 60 years in prison Monday for his role in what was once one of Hidalgo County's most baffling cold homicide cases. via Themonitor.com

“The head of the National Federation of Independent Businesses said small businesses need to think about health care”

Speaker inspires; avoids talking politics Entrepreneurs need to think both globally and locally, Kenneth Starr told the crowd at the 2008 SpringBoard Ideas Challenge on Saturday night at Abilene Christian ... via Abilene Reporter-News

The premier living history museum of the Southwest, offers visitors a glimpse into Dallas and North Texas life from 1840 to 1910 with permanent and temporary exhibits throughout 38 historic structures located ... via North Texas e-News

“It would be nicer if I'd bought it, though.”

Curious locals are waiting for the winner of a $3.5 million Texas Lotto jackpot to come forward. via MySA.com

The Texas Supreme Court ruled today that convicted felon Eduardo "Walo" Bazan cannot remain as constable while his appeals process goes forward. via Themonitor.com

“The level of public interest and concern with the substantial issues regarding corruption and administration of justice by the case cannot be overstated”

A local civil rights activist is demanding federal officials release more information and be more open with the public in relation to the FBI's ongoing public corruption investigation. via KVIA

“This the kind of dialogue we've been waiting for”

Two lawsuits against Cameron County landowners marked a clear change in the federal government's handling of border fence-related litigation on Wednesday. via The Brownsville Herald

“I congratulate the Texas Animal Health Commission for its diligent work to defend Texas cattlemen against the harm this pest can do to their herds and ultimately the Texas economy”

"I am pleased to report that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has responded to our state's critical needs," Commissioner Staples said. via North Texas e-News

Dallas Heritage Village's Chautauqua Lecture Series continues with "Texas Outlaws," an evening lecture highlighting North Texas outlaws before 1900, on March 18, 7 p.m., at 1515 South Harwood. via North Texas e-News

“We tried talking him out of it, but they were still determined.”

One week after walking across the stage at his Mission High School graduation, Mary Esquivel's son got married. via Themonitor.com

Campaign 2008: Get the latest news, video, and polls! The campaign of presidential hopeful Sen. via KEYE-TV Austin

Campaign 2008: Get the latest news, video, and polls! After her wins Tuesday in Texas and Ohio, Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton's campaign accused rival Barack Obama of Ken Starr-like tactics. via KPRC

“The state-level white primary was first challenged in court with two suits filed in El Paso by a black physician, Dr. Lawrence Nixon, who was born in Marshall and educated at Wiley College.”

It was a Tuesday -- Jan. 23, 1951, to be precise -- when the Federal Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ended the White Citizens Primary in Harrison County in a decision that was both precedent-setting and ironic, ... via Marshall News Messenger

“The Old Tom Morris Pub goes to 'great lengths' to re-create a Scottish-pub atmosphere; the actual bar was hand-crafted in the 19th century and was imported from the U.K.; 'very cozy.' ”

Only Legends Junior Tour members are eligible. Six players will qualify for the Junior World on July 15-18 in San Diego. via Dallas Morning News

Classical guitarist Peter Fletcher is scheduled to be in concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. via Tyler Morning Telegraph

“I intend to put mine back [in the bank] and save it, for maybe if I get a trip or something for gas expense.”

The government says it's official--most taxpayers will be getting some extra dough this tax season. via KLTV Tyler

“I made him promise to tell me if he would ever see a wrecking ball there.”

On the corner of Sixth and Guadalupe, the Starr Building has sat empty of business since the state comptroller moved out in 2005. via The Austin Chronicle

“We get the minor ones and then we get the real serious ones, like yesterday”

Barney Benavides has seen it happen before. And he said it probably will happen again. via Themonitor.com

A Texas appeals court has ruled that the birth dates of state employees are public information and must be released. via KLTV Tyler