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Fort Worth Man Sentenced to Prison for Producing Child Sex Abuse
A Fort Worth man convicted of producing sexually explicit videos of two children was sentenced to 60 years in federal prison by the Northern District of Texas. Keith Plaskonos was given his sentence on Thursday. He pleaded guilty in December of 2025, according to a release made public Friday by United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Ryan Raybould. Plankton was indicted on two counts of using a child for the purpose of creating sexually explicit images by Un
James Pittman
6 days ago1 min read


Texas Counties Among Fastest Growing in U.S.
Several Texas counties were among the fastest growing in the nation, according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates in 2025. Loving County, which is the smallest county in the country based on population, was the fastest-growing in the state, with a population increase of 10.64%. That also makes it the fastest-growing county in the country. It’s population is still tiny, though, having grown from 47 in 2024 to 52 in 2025. Waller County, northwest of Houston, is the second-fastest-
James Pittman
6 days ago1 min read


UN Says World Food Program Needs More Funding for Myanmar Relief Efforts
A “new wave of global instability is hitting Myanmar at the worst possible moment,” a UN official in the country warned on Friday, as increases in fuel, food, and fertilizer prices due to the ongoing Middle East conflict push vulnerable families closer to hunger one year after a devastating earthquake. The World Food Program’s (WFP) latest monitoring shows a fragile recovery from the disaster. In the affected regions of Sagaing and Mandalay, one in six households continue t
James Pittman
6 days ago2 min read


DHS Confirms Two Arrested in LA ICE Protests
More than 1,000 protesters surrounded a federal government building in Los Angeles, California. ICE said that the agitators shouted anti-ICE slogans and scuffled with agents. DHS said the agitators were throwing rocks, bottles and cement blocks at police officers, and that two officers were receiving medical treatment after being struck by the debris. Two rioters have been arrested for assaulting federal law enforcement, according to DHS.
James Pittman
6 days ago1 min read


Christian Corner: 1 John 2
2 My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. 2 He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world. Love and Hatred for Fellow Believers 3 We know that we have come to know him if we keep his commands. 4 Whoever says, “I know him,” but does not do what he commands is a liar, and the truth is not in that per
James Pittman
6 days ago3 min read


Trina's Kitchen: Roasted Veggies
1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons finely diced celery 2 tablespoons onion, finely diced 2 tablespoons finely diced green pepper 1 package (10 ounces) frozen whole kernel corn 1 cup raw diced potatoes, peeled 1 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt Black pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon paprika 2 cups milk, non-fat, divided 2 tablespoons flour 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley In medium saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat. Add celery, onion and green pepper; sauté for 2 minut
James Pittman
6 days ago1 min read


Fort Concho Hosting Spring 2026 Speaker Series
Fort Concho will host its Spring Speakers Series each Wednesday in April, featuring free lunchtime programs focused on American history. Programs will be held from noon to 1 p.m. at the Fort Concho Commissary, 702 Burgess Ave. Guests are encouraged to bring lunch. Admission is free. For more information, call 325-657-4444 or visit fortconcho.com. Schedule: April 1: “Martha Washington” by Deborah Moran, historical reenactor April 8: “Paul Revere” by Keith Mahler, local histori
James Pittman
7 days ago1 min read


Angelo State Among Best for International Students
Angelo State University has been ranked among the top 30% of institutions worldwide in the 2026 “World University Rankings for International Students” – and among the top 28% in the 2026 “World Best Value University Rankings for International Students” by Study Abroad Aide (SAA). Study Abroad Aid Top 30% World Rankings Badge for 2026SAA is an international organization that provides a global database of the international study options at over 8,450 universities in 70 countrie
James Pittman
7 days ago2 min read


White House Unveils New App
The White House launched its powerful new official mobile app — delivering President Donald J. Trump and his Administration directly to the American people like never before. This new app offers Americans a direct line to the White House — cutting through the noise with unfiltered, real-time updates straight from the source. With the official White House app, Americans can: Receive breaking news alerts on major announcements, executive actions, and other key priorities. Watch
James Pittman
7 days ago1 min read


UN: Danger in Ukraine Only Increasing as War with Russia Continues
More than four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the “danger is only increasing”, particularly from attack drones, a top UN human rights official warned on Thursday. “During the first two months of this year, 60 percent of all civilian casualties were in frontline regions (and) almost half of those killed were older persons,” said Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights, Nada Al-Nashif. In a scheduled update on the war to the Human Rights Council in Genev
James Pittman
7 days ago3 min read


Christian Corner: 1 John 1
That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched—this we proclaim concerning the Word of life. 2 The life appeared; we have seen it and testify to it, and we proclaim to you the eternal life, which was with the Father and has appeared to us. 3 We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And our fellowship is with the Father and with his
James Pittman
7 days ago1 min read


Trina's Kitchen: Homemade Biscuits
Ingredients 2 cups flour (all-purpose) 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 / 4 teaspoon baking soda 1 / 4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons sugar 2 / 3 cup buttermilk (low-fat (1%)) 3 1 / 3 tablespoons vegetable oil Steps Preheat oven to 450 °F. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. In a small bowl, stir together buttermilk and oil. Pour over flour mixture and stir until well mixed. On a lightly floured surface, knead dough gently for 10–12 stro
James Pittman
7 days ago1 min read


City of San Angelo Reports Internet Outage, Service Restoration
The City of San Angelo reported an internet outage affecting services for multiple departments. As of press-time, most of the affected services have been restored. Phone lines are back in operation and most services are restored. Billing has resumed normal operation. The internet remains down as IT continues to work to have the connection restored. Many phone lines are back online. Some lines remain down, but IT hopes to have all lines back in operation as soon as possible. U
James Pittman
Mar 201 min read


TV, Movie, Martial Arts Star Chuck Norris Dies at 86
Chuck Norris, who gained fame as a martial artist and an actor on the big and small screen, has died at the age of 86. Norris, who was born in Ryan, Oklahoma in 1940, was an Air Force serviceman when he began training in the martial arts in South Korea. He was a competitive martial artist. After he retired frome martial arts, he was encourage to give acting a try. He would go on to star in several motion pictures, including The Delta Force, Missing in Action, Sidekicks and ot
James Pittman
Mar 201 min read


Texas Stars Hockey Signs New Player
Dallas Stars General Manager Jim Nill announced today that the club has signed forward Dylan Hryckowian to a two-year, entry-level contract that will begin in 2026-27. Hryckowian will report to the Texas Stars of the American Hockey League (AHL) for the remainder of the year. Hryckowian, 21, recently finished his junior season at Northeastern University where he collected 37 points (15-22—37) in 30 games and served as one of his team’s alternate captains. His 37 points were a
James Pittman
Mar 201 min read


Allen Americans Receive New Players
The Allen Americans (32-21-5-0), ECHL affiliate of the Ottawa Senators (NHL) and Belleville Senators (AHL), announced today that the team has received two players who will join the Americans this weekend. Nikita Susuev was assigned to the Americans today by the St Louis Blues from their AHL affiliate Springfield. Susuev is a former draft pick of the Blues in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. He played 32 games with Springfield this season collecting seven points (1 goal and 6 assists
James Pittman
Mar 201 min read


Christian Corner: Desire the Word of God - 2 Peter 2
Wherefore laying aside all malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speakings, 2 As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby: 3 If so be ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious. 4 To whom coming, as unto a living stone, disallowed indeed of men, but chosen of God, and precious, 5 Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesu
James Pittman
Mar 203 min read


Trina's Kitchen: Buffalo Chicken Salad Bowl for Lunch
⅔ cup cooked whole-wheat couscous 2 tablespoons honey-mustard vinaigrette, divided 1 roasted chicken thigh, sliced 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 carrot, peeled and cut into ribbons with a vegetable peeler 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese Hot sauce to taste Combine couscous and 1 tablespoon dressing a medium sealable container. Top with chicken, celery, carrot ribbons and blue cheese. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon dressing. Refrigerate for up to 5 days. Top with hot s
James Pittman
Mar 201 min read


San Angelo Police Update Homicide Investigation
The San Angelo Police have given an update on yesterday's homicide in San Angelo. Jacob Flores, 17, has been taken into custody and charged with murder following the stabbing death of another teen. Reports orginally said that the teen who died was shot. However, further investigation by the SAPD revealed that the person was stabbed, and not shot. The victim was taken to Shannon Medical Center, where he succumbed to his wounds.
James Pittman
Mar 191 min read


Artemis II Crew in Quarantine as Launch Day Nears
NASA’s Artemis II rocket and its four-person crew are all making progress toward a launch pad meet up in April. Engineers are targeting 8 p.m. EDT on Thursday, March 19, to start rolling the Artemis II SLS (Space Launch System) rocket and Orion spacecraft to Launch Pad 39B at the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. NASA’s crawler-transporter 2 will carry the 11-million-pound stack, including the mobile launcher, at about 1 mph along the four-mile route from Kennedy’s Ve
James Pittman
Mar 191 min read
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