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What is Hispanic Heritage Month and why is it celebrated? – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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www.nbcdfw.com – Cristina Corujo – 2023-09-01 13:08:33

SUMMARY: Hispanic Heritage Month is a national celebration in the U.S. that honors the history, culture, and influence of people from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. It began as a one-week celebration in 1968 and was later extended to a month-long event. The celebration starts on September 15 because it marks the independence anniversaries of several countries. While Hispanic refers to people from Spanish-speaking countries, Latino refers to people from Latin America. The U.S. Hispanic population is the second-fastest-growing ethnic group, with 62.1 million people, making up 18.7% of the total population. Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month involves donating to Hispanic charities, experiencing their cuisines, learning about their cultures, and honoring influential Hispanics.

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Storm preparation: Beryl expected to strengthen to hurricane as Texas braces for impact

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abc13.com – AP – 2024-07-06 10:12:35

SUMMARY: Hurricane Beryl, which began as a Category 2 hurricane, weakened to a tropical storm but is forecasted to regain hurricane status and hit southern Texas by Sunday night or Monday. The National Hurricane Center predicts landfall between Brownsville and north of Corpus Christi, with potential rapid intensification due to warm Gulf waters. Experts warn it could become a Category 2 or 3 storm. Beryl has already shown unprecedented rapid intensification, with significant increases in wind speed. This early-season storm reflects unusually warm Atlantic waters, potentially influenced by climate change and a developing La Nina, suggesting a more intense hurricane season ahead.

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Acting Governor Dan Patrick warns Texans upon Hurricane Beryl’s landfall

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www.kxan.com – Lizzie Jensen – 2024-07-06 08:57:26

SUMMARY: Hurricane Beryl is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to South Texas and possibly Austin by late Sunday night or early Monday morning, according to Lt. Governor Dan Patrick and state emergency officials. Residents along the coast from Brownsville to the Louisiana border are advised to prepare over the weekend and avoid travel on Monday. The exact landfall location is uncertain, and Governor Greg Abbott is currently on an economic mission in East Asia. The storm, currently a Category 1 hurricane, may re-intensify over the Gulf of Mexico, prompting residents to stock up on essentials and secure pets and family.

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Pools open to the public in Austin this summer

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www.kxan.com – Esmeralda Zamora – 2024-07-06 08:00:00

SUMMARY: AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin offers numerous options to stay cool during summer through public city pools, neighborhood pools, splash pads, and hotel pools with day passes. The city has 27 free public pools, each with specific operating hours, details of which can be found on the Austin city website. Some pools require an entry fee from Spring Break to October, with varying rates based on age groups. Additionally, splash pads are free and operate daily from May 1 to October 31. Several hotels also provide day passes for pool access, costing between $10 to $50.

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