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Westlake, Dripping Springs tangle in Top 25 matchup for district lead

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:42:16 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — No. 4 Westlake and No. 22 Dripping Springs face off with first place in 6A-District 26 on the line Friday at Chaparral Stadium.The game kicks at 7:30 p.m. and will be streamed on KXAN.com/Westlake along with in the video player above for those inside the KXAN viewing area. For those outside of KXAN's area, the game is available on the NFHS Network, our official high school football streaming partner. A one-time subscription fee applies through the NFHS Network.REPORT YOUR SCORE: We'd love to post your team's score on our website, but we need your help to do it. Email the score of your game to [email protected] and we'll get it on our websiteAfter losing their first game of the season 27-7 to Vandegrift, the Tigers have blasted every opponent since, winning by an average of 42.2 points per game. Dripping Springs shut out Akins last week 48-0.Both Westlake and Dripping Springs have tremendous running backs, and coincidentally they are both named Jack. The Tigers' Jack Ty...

Three stranded hikers rescued in Essex County

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:42:16 GMT

NORTH ELBA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Three hikers who were left stuck behind high water at Indian Falls in Essex County were rescued on Saturday. The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) says eight forest rangers responded to rescue the group. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the DEC, Forest Rangers received a call around 4 p.m. that three hikers from Pennsylvania were stranded behind high water at Indian Falls. The DEC says the hikers were descending Street Mountain when they came across the water. Rangers used an inflatable boat to pull the hikers to safety. From there, Forest Rangers helped assist them to their cars. All resources were cleared at 6:18 p.m.

Missouri deer painted with 'pet' sign raises concern

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:42:16 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. - A peculiar pet roaming around Jefferson County has caused growing concern among Missouri officials and residents. It was the spotting of a four-point buck in Jefferson County that prompted recent concerns. The peculiar paint spelling out "pet" and the collar around his neck were not usual. But for those who live in the Madison Oaks neighborhood in Festus, this was nothing new."We were sitting up there eating, and here he is walking up in the backyard, and I look at [my wife] going, 'What’s going on? He’s not scared?,'" said Craig Brooks. Football coach shot in front of players at practice, St. Louis community shocked Brooks has lived in the neighborhood for years, but within the last year, he and his neighbors have noticed the domesticated deer making its rounds around houses in the subdivision."By the burn pile, he’s from me to you," he told FOX 2's interview team. "I didn’t feel comfortable with him being that close." Brooks went on to explain that disc...

Where, when, how to watch the 2023-24 St. Louis Blues season opener

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:42:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Blues are back! Thursday marks the start of a new season. The Blues begin the 2023-24 campaign on the road with a matchup against the Central Division-rival Dallas Stars. St. Louis Blues officially name 2023-24 opening night roster If you didn't plan a road trip to Texas, you'll have to plan ahead and watch from home. Here's what you need to know: Puck drop: Scheduled for 7 p.m. Stream: Bally Sports Midwest / ESPN+ (out of market)BSMW pregame special: Begins at 6 p.m. Bally Sports Midwest, as per usual, will kick off the season with a one-hour pregame show. That will include some interviews to start, then could move to opening-night ceremonies in Dallas. To find a cable service that uses Bally Sports Midwest near you, click here.If you follow the Blues outside the league's designated DMA, you might be able to catch a stream for the game through ESPN+. This is not an option for Blues fans watching within close proximity to St. Louis due to local blackout ...

Recycling grant pays for new playground at St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic School

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:42:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A new playground floor has students at a south St. Louis school jumping for joy.         It's at St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic School.A grant from the Missouri Department of Transportation helped pay for the new playground surfacing. It's also being used as a lesson in recycling for the kids. The playground was made with 25,000 pounds of used recycled tires. Football coach shot in front of players at practice, St. Louis community shocked "We're bringing in recycled materials not from anywhere but actually from our state, which is awesome and that fits in really well as our mission as a Catholic school," Principal Patrick Holley said. "Catholic school dictates that we are good stewards of the earth."Not only is it great for the environment, but it's also safer for the kids, more sturdy, and ADA accessible, allowing everyone to be able to enjoy the new playground.

DEA hosting family fentanyl summit happening today

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:42:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Drug Enforcement Administration hosts a family summit on fentanyl Thursday.More than 1,000 drug overdoses occurred in St. Louis last year. Thursday's summit is for family members who experienced a loss due to fentanyl or other drugs. Check your tickets! Numbers drawn for $1.73 billion Powerball jackpot It's from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday at the St. Louis Community College Florissant Valley campus.

Woman shot in Hyde Park neighborhood overnight, police investigating

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:42:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Just before 3:00 a.m., a woman was shot in the leg overnight in the Hyde Park neighborhood of north St. Louis.This was on Angelica Street at North 11th Street, near I-70. There is no word of any arrests. Football coach shot in front of players at practice, St. Louis community shocked FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Man crashes into 2 parked cars after shooting in north St. Louis

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:42:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A man was shot overnight in north St. Louis.That was shortly after 2:00 a.m. on Shreve Avenue at Anderson Avenue in the Penrose neighborhood. Police said that the man was shot in the face. An SUV has bullet holes in the windshield and side. Check your tickets! Numbers drawn for $1.73 billion Powerball jackpot It crashed into two parked cars. There is no word on the severity of the man's injuries or the suspect.FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Missouri History Museum hosting panel on LGBTQ sports past today

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:42:16 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Missouri Historical Society will host a panel on LGBTQ sports and recreation in the state.It's part of their 'Thursday Nights at the Museum,' where you can enjoy exhibits open late. There will be a meet and greet with LGBTQ athletes from St. Louis, plus a 20-minute sound bath session from a yoga instructor. Football coach shot in front of players at practice, St. Louis community shocked The event begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Missouri History Museum.

Granite City and Collinsville High hosting inaugural 'Alex Paz Memorial Cup' tonight

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:42:16 GMT

GRANITE CITY, Ill. - Granite City High and Collinsville High will unite to help one of their own.1979 graduate Alex Paz was recently diagnosed with liver cancer and is in need of a transplant. Students from both schools will be selling raffle tickets and accepting donations during Thursday night's soccer game. Check your tickets! Numbers drawn for $1.73 billion Powerball jackpot Additionally, they will be awarding the first 'Paz Memorial Cup,' a traveling trophy that the legendary high school soccer player will personally present to the victorious team. The JV soccer game is at 5:00 p.m. Thursday. Varsity is at 6:30 p.m.Both games are at Gene Baker Field in Granite City.