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Bastrop County food pantry braces for food shortage amid increased demand, prices
BASTROP COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — The only food pantry serving Bastrop County said it is bracing for an impending food shortage. The Bastrop County Emergency Food Pantry tells KXAN that growing demand, high prices and imminent shortages are straining local resources. It called out for community support so it can continue to help Bastrop County…
Read MoreInfluencer Emilie Kiser’s 3-Year-Old Son Dies After Being Found Unconscious in Pool
The Kiser family is grieving following a devastating tragedy. TikToker Emilie Kiser and her husband Brady Kiser’s son Trigg Kiser died May 18, six days after he was rescued from a pool in the backyard of the family’s home in Arizona, local authorities confirmed to USA Today. He was 3. Chandler Police Department told the…
Read MoreTxLege data: How many bills have state lawmakers passed?
This story is part of the KXAN Data Hub, where numbers help tell the whole story.We’ve created several data-driven stories and databases on topics including weather and climate, politics, education, sports and growth in Texas. Each story in the KXAN Data Hub is updated as new data becomes available. .anchor_me { position: relative; } .anchor_me…
Read MoreThe Hive Model: A Smarter Alternative to the ‘Hero CEO’ Myth
Leadership isn’t about one visionary—it’s about the hive. Getty Images In the modern business world, we often find ourselves captivated by the idea of the “Hero CEO.” This individual, we are led to believe, possesses extraordinary vision, charisma and decision-making abilities that single-handedly drive the success of an entire organization. They are the linchpin, the…
Read MoreIlana Savdie Collapses Form, Flesh and Meaning in Her White Cube Debut
An installation view of “Ilana Savdie: Glottal Stop” in New York. © Ilana Savdie. Photo © White Cube (Frankie Tyska) A lively metamorphosis of abstract bodies and biomorphic forms takes over White Cube’s New York space this month, marking Ilana Savdie’s New York debut with the gallery since joining its roster in 2023. The exhibition…
Read MoreWhere to Get the Best Lobster Rolls in Los Angeles
On the East Coast, lobster rolls make for the quintessential summer lunch and transport you to the Hamptons with each bite. Between its pillowy brioche bun and buttery shellfish filling, nothing beats enjoying this iconic dish in a beautiful beach town—and Los Angeles is no exception. In the City of Angels, several seafood-focused restaurants have…
Read MoreAmerican Idol Alum Iam Tongi Details 115-Pound Weight Loss Transformation
Why Dolly Parton Always Rejects Offers to Join ‘American Idol’ and ‘The Voice’ (Exclusive) For Iam Tongi, the last few years have been a roller coaster ride. Since beating out fellow finalists Megan Danielle and Colin Stough as the season 21 winner of American Idol in 2023, the Hawaiian native has been seeing a lot…
Read MoreWhy Sean “Diddy” Combs’ Ex Misa Hylton Attended His Sex-Trafficking Trial
Male Escort Says He Could Hear Sean “Diddy” Combs Assaulting Cassie When Ventura didn’t join Combs right when he called for her on one occasion, Phillip testified May 12 that Combs threw a liquor bottle in her direction, then grabbed her by her hair and dragged her into the bedroom. “She was screaming,” Phillip said, and,…
Read MoreUnpacking British Shows’ Enduring Appeal to American Audiences
Bridgerton was the most-watched streaming original in the U.S. for 2024. Cr. Liam Daniel/Netflix © 2022 How does a British four-episode limited series not based on any pre-existing intellectual property, with no aliens, magical sorcerers or action sequences become one of Netflix’s most popular shows ever? March’s Adolescence—which follows a family after their young son…
Read MoreAre Protein Shakes Good for You?
Most Americans get plenty of protein. But that hasn’t hampered interest in this important macronutrient: In 2024, protein supplement sales in the U.S. increased by 9%, according to the market-research firm Statista. A lot of that supplemental protein gets blitzed into shakes. But are protein shakes actually healthy? Benefits of protein shakes If you’re concerned…
Read MoreTraveling in a Car with Kids? Here Are the Essentials to Make It a Stress-Free Trip
E! may get a commission if you purchase something through our links. Learn more. You never know what’s going to happen when you’re traveling with kids, especially in the car. Will this be the time that everyone gets car sick? Will you have enough snacks? Will everyone get bored immediately? That’s why it’s important to be…
Read MoreSalmon in the Pacific Northwest Are Facing a New Threat: Booming Populations of Seals and Sea Lions
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The mammals’ return to the region represented a conservation success story, but their appetite for endangered fish is upsetting the balance of a delicate ecosystem Photographs by Louise Johns Text by Cheryl Katz June 2025 A seal catches a salmon off the coast of Washington State. Scientists are working to determine how much salmon the…
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