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The Salem News · Dallas, TX

Fort Leonard Wood community celebrates Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport expansion

Under joint celebration by Fort Leonard Wood and its neighboring communities, the Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport officially unveiled its new 9,000-square-foot terminal Nov. 4, 2026. Featuring a 50-passenger capacity, the expanded facility stands as a testament to regional partnership and modernized travel, according to officials. Brig. Gen. Alexander Lovasz, Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Fort Leonard Wood commanding general, said the Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport at Forney Army Airfield is one of 21 joint-use airfields throughout the Department of War. “The Army appreciates the long-standing partnership we have between the installation and our respective communities,” Lovasz said. “Last year alone this airfield serviced almost 11,000 people.

The Catalyst · Dallas, TX

Colorado College Alumna Dr. Jennifer Shuford Resigns as CDC Deputy Director After Six Months

Last week, Dr. Jennifer Shuford ‘95 announced she would resign as deputy director and chief medical officer of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Nov. 12, just six months after she began in June. Shuford studied chemistry at Colorado College as a Barnes Scholar, graduating Phi Beta Kappa in 1995. Outside of class, she played bass in the CC Orchestra. The Otis A. Barnes Scholarship is a full-tuition merit award for students studying chemistry and biochemistry. CC awards two Barnes scholarships annually, funding “talented and passionate” students in their studies for all four years. In a statement to The Washington Post about her resignation, Shuford said she is leaving to spend more time with family and did not reference policy conflicts as a reason for her departure. “I am so thankful to President Trump and Secretary Kennedy for giving me the opportunity to help lead CDC,” Shuford said.

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Victoria Advocate · Garland, TX

Nearby: Garland, TX

Goliad advances to state semis, Cuero ousted in region finals

Two area teams competed in the Regional Final round of the UIL Texas Volleyball State Playoffs Tuesday night: No. 1 Goliad 3, Ingram-Tom Moore 0 (3A DI Region IV Final) Goliad took out Ingram-Tom Moore in straight sets to reach the state semifinal Tuesday night in San Antonio, 25-15, 25-15, 25-18. Senior standout Addison Yendrey posted 17 kills, nine digs, one assist and two blocks for Goliad. Isabel Sanchez added 35 assists and 14 digs in the win. Ella Ulbricht was also a factor in the Goliad victory with 12 kills. The Tigerettes advance to the state semis and will face No. 2. Columbus this Saturday in Waco for the right to head to the state final in Garland. No. 1 Wimberly 3, Cuero 0, (4A DII Region IV Final) Cuero lost in straight sets to the top ranked team in 4A DII (17-25, 14-25, 17-25) Tuesday night in Seguin. Aleciara Smallwood posted nine kills, 20 digs, and six assists for Cuero. Jessa Cox added four kills, an ace, four digs, and an assist in the loss.

Victoria Advocate · Arlington, TX

Nearby: Arlington, TX

Lady Flyers pitcher Meismer signs with UT Arlington

Victoria-St. Joseph standout softball pitcher Shayne Meismer officially signed her National Letter of Intent on Wednesday. The signing was held inside the Flyer Dome on the St. Joseph campus in front of friends, family, and classmates. Meismer will continue her career at the Division 1 level with the University of Texas at Arlington next season. She capped off a remarkable high school career as a key player that helped the Lady Flyers win a state championship in two of the last three years. In this year’s 10-1 championship clinching win over the Midland Christian Lady Mustangs at Allen Saxe Field in Arlington, Meismer pitched a complete game and allowed one earned run on five hits, struck out five and walked two. Meismer joined St. Joseph teammates Valery Villareal, Ava Martinez, and Jazmyn Gamez as All-Tournament Team performers. Additional accolades for Meismer include a First Team All-State selection, First Team All-District, Academic All-State, and team MVP.

The Henderson News · Wylie, TX

Nearby: Wylie, TX

Henderson ISD plans full-scale safety exercise for next week

Next week, Henderson ISD will conduct a full-scale reunification exercise involving students and staff from Wylie Primary and Wylie Elementary schools, along with district personnel and local emergency responders. There is no emergency associated with this exercise. We are practicing so that if the day ever comes when we need these procedures, our people and our partners are ready. Reunification is the process we would use to safely bring students and their families back together if an emergency required us to evacuate a school and move students to another location. Texas schools are required to plan and practice for emergencies, including evacuation, and to include reunification as part of their emergency operations plans. This exercise helps us meet those responsibilities while giving our staff and community partners an opportunity to practice the entire process together.

The Waxahachie Sun · Midlothian, TX

Nearby: Midlothian, TX

Trick-or-Treat Midlothian!

The city of Midlothian was full of goblins, ghosts and other creatures during its annual Midlothian Downtown Trick-or-Treat event. Just look at these great costumes!

The Waxahachie Sun · Waxahachie, TX

Nearby: Waxahachie, TX

Costumes galore – Waxahachie

Downtown Waxahachie is always super busy and super scary during its Spooktacular Trick or Treat event and this year was no exception. Hundreds of kids dressed up as everything from princesses to superheroes, Minecraft Creepers to vampires, along with their…

The Waxahachie Sun · Waxahachie, TX

Nearby: Waxahachie, TX

A heartfelt 'Thank You'

In honor of National First Responders Day, the city of Waxahachie extended its heartfelt thanks to the Waxahachie Police, Fire-Rescue and Dispatch departments.