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On Monday, August 4, 2014 starting at 5:30 p.m., Cosmetology professionals will show women undergoing cancer treatment how to apply makeup, care for a wig, take care of dry skin and discolored nails, and cope with the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation...

Check out my video recapping the 31st annual Austin Summerfest, where amateur radio operators (a.k.a. hams) from all over Texas and beyond converged on the Capitol City for this year's get-together.

The Victoria High School Class of 1979 is having its 35th Reunion starting with a mixer at the Pump House Restaurant (1201 W. Stayton in Victoria) and a dinner and dance on Saturday, August 2, 2014 at the Club Westerner. A splendid time is guaranteed for all...

Bryan, TX - The Generals traveled to Cellucor field to take on the Brazos Valley Bombers, as Wednesday was game two of the series.  Armando Arevalo was the losing pitcher. He played the whole game for the Generals, giving up 3 runs on 7 hits, while striking out 3. The Generals got things started in the first inning when Cedric Vallieres came across to score to make it 1-0.

Just in case you didn't know, we take your calls weekday mornings for our daily KIXS 108 Birthday Board, sponsored by Chick-Fil-A. If someone you know is celebrating a birthday, be sure to call Skeeter at (361) 573-0108, and let him record your birthday greeting. You can start calling anytime after 6:30am, and we play back the greetings at around 7:40am.

Bryan, TX - Ty Schlottmann and Heston VanFleet dueled for six innings tonight. Chris Jones threw well in relief, but the Generals were edged, 4-3, in extras in the series opener against the league-leading Bombers. The Generals jumped on the board first in the top of the second. Tanner Hill led off the inning with a single, moved to third on another single from Blake Cooper, and crossed the plate o

Every once in a while, I come across a photo on Facebook that makes me smile. I found one of those today. Ladies, please don't take offense...it's all in good taste (so to speak). And men: see if you don't agree with the sentiment expressed in this photo!

No-cost workshop. Seating is limited. Reserve your seat by registering today at 361-485-4485 or sbdc@uhv.edu. All UHV SBDC workshops are open to the public, you do not need to be a UHV SBDC client to attend. These modules can be taken in any order and are offered at no-charge as a way to make valuable information available at your convenience.

The University of Houston-Victoria Work Group will brief the community on its proposal to make UHV a self-sustaining four-year destination university and listen to comments during an Aug. 5 meeting. The meeting will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. in the UHV University Center Multi-Purpose Room, 3007 N. Ben Wilson St.

Victoria County Aggie Moms invite you and your family to the 2014 Howdy Party at 6:30 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, building A. 6:30 p.m. - registration, followed by dinner and meeting. RSVP is requested. Please bring a vegetable or dessert dish to share. Aggie Moms will provide fried chicken and drinks.

The University of Houston System, in support of a directive from the Board of Regents to bolster initiatives to make the University of Houston-Victoria (UHV) a destination university, has purchased strategic acreage immediately across from UHV for future campus expansion.

Amateur radio enthusiasts from all over Texas (and beyond) will gather this weekend in Austin for the 31st annual Austin Summerfest at the Crowne Plaza. Amateur (aka "ham") radio is both a hobby and a service. Ham operators enjoy contacting other hams across town or on the other side of the globe, using everything from vintage radio equipment to the latest digital modes of communication!