Sunday, May 10, 2026

Deadline for Tax Protest, Severe Weather Update, and a new H-E-B

Sunday, May 10, 2026

Happy Mother's Day! On this day in 1979, the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas was designated a historic landmark. It was designed by the Chicago firm of Graham, Anderson, Probost, and White, and it opened in 1921.

In case you missed it, this week on The Flyover Podcast, host Ayla Brown shared new concerns about what heavy AI use may be doing to our brains. Researchers are warning about a trend they call “cognitive surrender,” but is AI really making us worse thinkers? More importantly, how can we avoid falling into the trap ourselves? Listen here.

Today's sponsor is American Veterans Center. They're reminding us that Memorial Day is a time to pause and reflect on the sacrifices made by those who served our country. This year carries even more significance as America approaches its 250th birthday. The American Veterans Center is leading one of the most meaningful ways to honor that legacy.

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Fight Your Tax Bill This Week

Texas homeowners have until May 15 to protest their 2026 property tax appraisals as rising valuations give many residents a strong incentive to challenge assessments.

Property values rose significantly across every major Texas metro this year, pushing assessments higher in Harris, Travis, Tarrant, and Bexar counties.

Officials are encouraging homeowners to protest higher property appraisals, saying the free process requires no attorney, possibly lower tax bills, and yield real savings.

Homeowners must present evidence of comparable sales or assessment errors during informal Appraisal Review Board hearings, though experts say many Texans skip the process and overpay taxes.

Texas property owners can review Texas Comptroller guidelines for protesting and appealing property appraisals through local review boards, arbitration, or state district court.

Abbott Renews Wildfire Disaster Proclamation

Gov. Greg Abbott amended and renewed Texas's fire weather conditions disaster proclamation on Friday, extending emergency authority across 40 counties in the Panhandle and South Plains.

The order covers a wide swath of West Texas—from Dallam and Sherman in the far northwest to Lubbock, Garza, and Kent to the south—where hot, dry, and windy conditions have elevated wildfire risk heading into summer.

Counties under the proclamation include Armstrong, Bailey, Briscoe, Carson, Castro, Cochran, Collingsworth, Crosby, and over 30 others.

The timing coincides with National Wildfire Awareness Month. Fire officials across Texas are urging residents to clear brush, avoid outdoor burning, and know their evacuation routes as fire season ramps up.

Texas Tops Alabama for SEC Title

Texas claimed its first SEC softball title Saturday, beating No. 2 Alabama in Lexington, Kentucky, in the Longhorns' second season since joining the conference.

Junior ace Teagan Kavan dominated in the circle, striking out 12 and allowing just one run as the Longhorns beat Alabama 7-1. The reigning Women's College World Series Most Outstanding Player capped off a strong tournament run that included a two-hit shutout of Ole Miss.

Texas, the defending national champion, now claims the SEC's automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. The selection show airs today on ESPN2.

This year’s National Memorial Day Parade, hosted by Honorary Grand Marshal Gary Sinise, is set to be the largest in its history. It stands as a powerful tribute to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to defend our freedoms.

What makes this event even more meaningful is how it is funded. The American Veterans Center receives no federal funding for the parade. It is made possible entirely by private citizens who believe in honoring those who served.

Your support helps bring this national moment of remembrance to life while also funding year-round efforts to preserve veterans’ stories, educate future generations, and produce documentaries that highlight the true cost of freedom.

If honoring our veterans matters to you, this is a meaningful way to take part.

🗺️ Around Texas

➤ North Texas: Residents face a severe weather risk today as a cold front brings a 50% chance of Mother’s Day storms, including damaging winds and hail. (See Forecast)

➤ San Antonio: Police said a woman possibly suffered a medical episode on Friday before her Honda Accord crossed into oncoming traffic on South General McMullen and collided head-on with a Mazda, leaving her critically injured. (More)

➤ Weslaco: Texas A&M AgriLife researchers will offer free well water and soil testing in Weslaco next month as Rio Grande Valley residents face growing concerns about groundwater contamination. (More)

➤ Amarillo: Hundreds gathered at Westminster Apartments to honor two teens killed in a May 2 shooting as families called for an end to gun violence after 10 fatal shootings this year. (More)

➤ Austin: Central Texas fire officials urged residents to prepare for wildfire season as hotter, drier summer conditions approach and human activity continues to spark most fires across Texas. (More)

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➤ Victor Wembanyama posted a double-double with 39 points and 15 rebounds, leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 115-108 Game 3 win over the Timberwolves. San Antonio will take a 2-1 series lead into Game 4 tonight in Minnesota. (More)

➤ Texas pitcher Teagan Kavan struck out 12 and allowed one run as the Longhorns beat Alabama 7-1 to win the SEC softball championship. (More)

➤ Dallas starters Arike Ogunbowale, Paige Bueckers, and Odyssey Sims each scored at least 20 points as the Wings opened the WNBA season with a 107-104 win over Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. (More)

➤ Top-seeded Texas Tech was held scoreless in a 4-0 loss to No. 6 seed Arizona State in the Big 12 softball championship. Sun Devils pitcher Kenzie Brown allowed just two hits. (More)

➤ Texas State star shortstop Dawson Park is no longer with the baseball program after an on-field dispute with a teammate last weekend. Park was batting .301 with 13 home runs for the Bobcats. (More)

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Beyond the parade, your contribution supports programs that record oral histories from veterans across generations, host conferences connecting young cadets with firsthand accounts of service, and produce television specials that keep these stories alive.

As we approach America’s 250th birthday, there is a unique opportunity to ensure these sacrifices are never forgotten.

Consider making a gift today to support the National Memorial Day Parade and its mission.

➤ Addison teen Reeyan Mistry took both his grandmothers to prom—the first dance for either woman—as the Mother’s Day weekend gesture sparked a viral response online. (More)

➤ H-E-B announced an opening date for its Mid-Cities store, fueling anticipation among Fort Worth-area shoppers ahead of one of North Texas’ biggest grocery launches this year. (More)

➤ Pittsburg opened a free outdoor Fitness Court at Fair Park, expanding year-round wellness access as smaller Texas communities invest in public health infrastructure. (More)

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Yesterday's Results:

Did you wear a jacket during this week’s cold front?

Yes: 44%
No: 38%
What cold front?: 18%

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Haiti Case Verdict, Fetterman Criticizes Democrats, Veteran Wins $240K

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Today’s episode of The Flyover Podcast with Amy Hess has a few stories you won’t find in today’s emailed edition, only in the podcast episode, because not everything fits in an inbox.

Here's a sneak peek of what we're diving into in today's Podcast Extra section:

➤ A Miami courtroom delivered a verdict in Haiti’s high-profile assassination case. (Hear More)

➤ Sen. John Fetterman says Democrats need more than anti-Trump slogans to win voters. (Listen Now)

➤ A retired veteran made Price Is Right history with a $240,000 payday. (Podcast Available)

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Student Loans Paid Off, Graduation Frustrations, and Queen Latifah

SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 2025, a 4.1 magnitude earthquake that struck Greenback, Tennessee, was felt across Western North Carolina, in addition to other parts of the Southeast. It caused no reported damage or injuries, despite being one of Tennessee’s strongest earthquakes in 50 years.

Happy Mother’s Day to our mom readers out there!

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Duke Energy's Campaign Cash Draws Scrutiny

A new investigation finds Duke Energy has showered North Carolina lawmakers with campaign donations, and some policy decisions appear to reflect that generosity in return.

Carolina Public Press combed through campaign finance records for the joint report, raising fresh questions about regulatory capture in the state's energy sector. Duke Energy is the dominant electricity provider in North Carolina, giving it enormous stakes in decisions made by lawmakers and state regulators.

The scrutiny comes as Duke Energy recently received approval to merge its two North Carolina utilities—a move critics say could reduce competition and efficiency for ratepayers. The company now controls an even larger share of the state's energy market.

North Carolina has limited rules governing utility campaign spending. Every NC ratepayer has a stake in how this plays out.

Lawmakers Eye Corporate Spending Amendment

North Carolina lawmakers have introduced a constitutional amendment that would let voters decide whether to prohibit corporations from spending money to influence state elections.

The measure would go before voters on the November 2026 ballot if approved by the General Assembly. Backers say the amendment would curb corporate influence on North Carolina's political process.

The proposal arrives as scrutiny over money in NC elections has grown, with critics questioning whether large corporate donations tilt races toward well-funded interests. North Carolina could become one of the first states to place such a restriction directly in its constitution.

The amendment would still need to pass the legislature before reaching the ballot. Opponents of similar measures elsewhere have argued they raise First Amendment free speech concerns.

NC State Donor Erases Student Loan Debt

At North Carolina State's Wilson College of Textiles graduation ceremony, donor Anil Kochhar and his wife Marilyn delivered a stunning surprise, pledging to erase all student loans taken out in the 2025-26 school year for roughly 200 graduates.

The gift carries deep personal meaning for the Kochhar family. Anil's father, Prakash Chand Kochhar, immigrated from India to Raleigh 80 years ago to study textiles at NC State, and Anil called this moment a tribute to everything that journey made possible.

For the graduates walking out of the ceremony Friday, the announcement landed like a thunderbolt. The room reportedly erupted in tears and cheers as the reality of zero debt set in.

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➤ Greenville: Former FBI Director James Comey formally asked that a hearing set for Monday be waived. He would be appearing on charges that he threatened the president. (Details)

➤ Fairview: A 16-year-old girl and a man were charged with three counts of first-degree murder after three people were found dead at a home in Fairview. Both suspects are in custody. (More)

➤ McDowell County: Sheriff Ricky T. Buchanan announced plans to retire later this year after more than eight years serving as the county's top law enforcement officer. (More)

➤ Raleigh: Frustrated families were turned away from NC State's Department of Biological Sciences graduation Friday evening after Reynolds Coliseum reached its occupancy limit. (More)

➤ Jacksonville: Onslow County officials approved administrative job cuts expected to save more than $500,000 in the next fiscal year, citing improved efficiency and fiscal responsibility. (More)

➤ Winston-Salem: A new AI-powered pet finder from Petco is helping reunite lost animals with their owners in Forsyth County by syncing photos across social media and community groups. (More)

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➤ ECU softball fell 5-1 to top-seeded USF in the American Conference championship game. The Pirates were held to just one hit and committed three errors in the field. (More)

➤ The Charlotte Hornets have an outside shot at the top pick in the NBA Draft, holding a 0.5% chance to win tonight’s draft lottery. (More)

➤ The Carolina Hurricanes completed a sweep of the Philadelphia Flyers last night after an overtime goal by winger Jackson Blake to earn a 3-2 win and advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. (See Goal)

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As we approach America’s 250th birthday, there is a unique opportunity to ensure these sacrifices are never forgotten.

Consider making a gift today to support the National Memorial Day Parade and its mission.

➤ A Triad woman is celebrating her first Mother's Day with a one-month-old "rainbow baby," arriving two years after a heartbreaking loss, and she's grateful to her prenatal care team. (See Video)

➤ Queen Latifah brought pride, humor, and hard-earned wisdom to North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro on Saturday, telling the Class of 2026 to believe in themselves before the world catches up. (See Photo)

➤ UNC football players have racked up a string of parking tickets and speeding complaints on campus in Chapel Hill. (More)

➤ The North Carolina Folk Festival unveiled two marquee headliners for 2026—The Roots and Molly Tuttle—at a packed reveal event Friday night at Natty Greene's Brewing Co. in Greensboro. (See Video)

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