Action Comedy Revival, Football Coach Missing, and a Not-So-Dead Woman

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1837, the steamship Columbia, of the Morgan Lines, departed New Orleans on its inaugural voyage to Galveston. The company was the first steamship line to operate in Texas.

Rare Australian white-spotted jellyfish are appearing in increasing numbers on Texas beaches. Click here for a photo of the invasive 16-inch creature.

When an Oklahoma pastor was struggling to read his Bible in a TSA line, he had no idea he was planting the seed for an app that would one day become a global phenomenon, recently hitting one billion users. This landmark comes as more people, especially Gen Z, embrace faith and Scripture digitally. Get exclusive details on The Flyover Podcast with Amy Hess.

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'ShamWow Guy' Running for Congress

Offer Vince Shlomi, the infomercial pitchman known for hawking the super-absorbent ShamWow towel, has filed to run for Congress in Texas. He is one of a dozen or so candidates challenging incumbent John Carter, an 84-year-old Republican whose district includes several counties north of Austin.

The 61-year-old Israeli-American said he was inspired to run for office by the late Charlie Kirk and a desire to stop "political infighting in the country." He added he wants to "destroy wokeism" and "make America happy."

After achieving success selling the ShamWow, Shlomi made infomercials for the Slap Chop kitchen utensil and the reusable Schticky lint roller.

In 2009, he made headlines when he was arrested in Miami Beach after an altercation with a sex worker, an incident for which he took "full responsibility" and credited with motivating him to change his ways.

Houston Radio Station Hacked

A Houston radio station's signal was hacked Sunday afternoon, briefly interrupting its broadcast of the Cowboys-Eagles game.

A racist country song and an automated voice promoting several social media profiles aired on ESPN Radio's 97.5 FM multiple times between 4 and 5 p.m. In a social media post, the station stated that its "signal had been hacked" and assured listeners that it was "actively trying to rectify the problem."

On Monday, General Manager Todd Farquharson said that the station's transmitter was damaged when its radio tower experienced a power outage on Saturday, and a bot hacked the backup equipment the station used to stay on the air.

"We're disappointed to be victims of this attack and the offensive messaging it broadcast," he said. "We're taking steps to prevent this from happening in the future."

Aggie Helps Create 3D Turkey Gut Model

A Texas A&M undergraduate student has helped create a 3D model of a turkey's gut to facilitate the study of treatments for blackhead disease, a parasitic infection that has a mortality rate of up to 80% in poultry.

Leila Chang, a senior whose interest in poultry science dates back to raising turkeys in middle school, worked with Dr. Yuhua Farnell to develop cecal organoids from turkey stem cells. The breakthrough enables researchers to study the development and treatment of blackhead disease without using live turkeys.

Potential applications for the model include research on other intestinal diseases and management practices that affect poultry gut health. Chang plans to become a professor and wants to develop tools that help producers protect flocks.

"Science has given me a new perspective on the turkey we eat at Thanksgiving," she said. "Knowing that what we are working on will impact this industry is very rewarding."

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➤ Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for alleged discrimination against faith-based organizations, which are currently barred from accessing public funds unless they pledge to refrain from religious activities. (See Details)

➤ Brown County Judge Alan Shane Britton was arrested yesterday on five felony charges, including abuse of official capacity and assault on a public servant. He was released on a $30,000 bond. (More)

➤ San Antonio: Organizers for the annual Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner purchased 678 turkeys to provide free meals to a record 30,000 people on Thursday. About 4,000 volunteers are working throughout the week to prepare the feast. It's one of the largest such events in the country. (Watch Video)

➤ Tyler: A 23-year-old woman was killed Friday in a "vicious attack" by three pit bulls she was dog-sitting. Madison Riley Hull was set to graduate from UT Tyler next year with a degree in early childhood education. (More)

➤ Webb County Judge Tano Tijerina has been accused of skirting federal campaign reporting laws to avoid resigning from office to run for the seat held by U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Laredo). Tijerina, a former Democrat who announced his affiliation with the Republican Party earlier this year, has dismissed the complaint as a political smear. (More)

➤ Austin: Eve Stephens, the former police chief for UT Austin, filed a wrongful termination lawsuit claiming she was dismissed as part of a "coordinated purge of female employees." (More)

➤ Odessa: The city has asked an Ector County court to dismiss a class action lawsuit by residents who claim they were overbilled for water service due to faulty meters and software issues. The city has denied the allegations and maintains it has governmental immunity. (See Details)

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➤ The Houston Cougars men's basketball team dropped one spot to No. 3 in the latest AP Poll, while Texas Tech moved down five spots to No. 20 after losing badly to Purdue last week. (See Poll)

➤ Former Baylor football coach Art Briles was hired by Division II Eastern New Mexico on a three-year deal—his first college job since being fired by Baylor in 2015. (More)

➤ The Texas Rangers traded second baseman Marcus Semien to the New York Mets for outfielder Brandon Nimmo. (More)

➤ The Dallas Wings won the WNBA Draft Lottery for the second year in a row. They're expected to select Paige Buecker's UConn teammate Azzi Fudd. (More)

➤ Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott surpassed Tony Romo to become the team's all-time leading passer during Sunday's 24-21 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Prescott has accumulated 34,378 yards over 133 career games. In 153 games, Romo had 34,183 yards. (More)

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➤ Houston's NRG Energy is building a 455-megawatt natural gas power plant north of Jacinto City with a loan from the state-backed Texas Energy Fund. The $617 million facility is expected to come online in 2028. (More)

➤ Thanksgiving dinner will cost Texans $5.52 per person this year—11% less than last year and 14% less than the national average. (See Details)

➤ A newly formed collaboration called Infrakey is eyeing a 520-acre plot near Lacy Lakeview in McLennan County for a $10 billion data center powered by a 1.2-gigawatt natural gas power plant. (See Details)

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➤ Rock band Guns N' Roses announced they will visit Arlington and San Antonio next September as part of their 31-stop 2026 world tour. Sign-ups for ticket presale close Monday, Dec. 1. (More)

➤ The historic 7,000-acre Randado Ranch in Hebbronville, where former ranch manager Al Brothers pioneered modern deer management, has been listed for $25.1 million. It's the first time the property has hit the market in 95 years. (See Photos)

➤ San Antonio native Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez knocked out Fernando Martinez during a Saturday bout in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to win the World Boxing Association's 115-pound title. With a 23-0 record and 16 knockouts, Rodriguez already holds the WBC, WBO, and Ring titles in the junior bantamweight division. (More)

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➤ If you think dizziness is harmless, think again—new MRI research shows vertigo often starts with a hidden process that damages grey matter and increases the risk of memory loss, tinnitus, and fatigue. If you've felt lightheadedness or confusion, you need to see this video revealing the "ticking time bomb" affecting 87% of Americans.

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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. Moreover, Amy talks about the global phenomenon of the YouVersion Bible App, revealing how it went from an idea in a pastor’s head while stuck in a TSA line to hitting one billion users, and sharing exclusive, untold data about how people, especially Gen Z, are embracing scripture digitally. Don't miss it. Watch it here. 🎧✨

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➤ President Trump reportedly pushed Paramount to revive action and comedy films of the late ’80s and ’90s. (Hear More)

➤ A Virginia high school football coach has vanished in the middle of an undefeated season. (Hear Details)

➤ Temple staff in Thailand were stunned when a woman brought in for cremation began moving inside her coffin. (Hear Details)

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240 Illegal Workers, 55 New Troopers, and Charlie Brown Doughnuts

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1950, the “Storm of the Century,” also known as the Appalachian Storm, formed over North Carolina. It brought record-low temperatures, including -26 degrees at Mount Mitchell, then moved north into Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. Overall, it claimed 160 lives and caused millions of dollars in damage.

Charlotte-based Krispy Kreme will soon unveil a Peanuts-themed holiday collection. Learn more in Et Cetera, then reply to our Poll to let us know which Peanuts holiday special is your favorite.

When an Oklahoma pastor was struggling to read his Bible in a TSA line, he had no idea he was planting the seed for an app that would one day become a global phenomenon, recently hitting one billion users. This landmark comes as more people, especially Gen Z, embrace faith and scripture digitally. Get exclusive details on The Flyover Podcast with Amy Hess.

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Couple Charged for Hiring 240 Illegal Workers

Michigan couple Moises and Raquel Orduna-Rios face federal charges for allegedly employing over 240 undocumented workers across North Carolina, Michigan, Ohio, and New York, building a $74 million plumbing business under the name Orduna Plumbing.

Many workers were sent to job sites throughout North Carolina, installing pipes on major projects while living in overcrowded motels and being paid in cash or through accounts controlled by the company.

Federal raids in Charlotte and other cities uncovered seized passports, fake IDs, and text messages from the owners about payroll issues, vehicle maintenance, use of company credit cards, and moving to new housing locations to be "less visible to law enforcement."

Charges include harboring and employing unauthorized individuals for financial gain, conspiracy to bring in and transport such individuals, and money laundering. The couple has not commented publicly.

55 New Troopers Join NC Highway Patrol

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol graduated 55 new troopers Monday from the 166th Basic Highway Patrol School at The Shepherd's Church in Cary. The ceremony capped a rigorous 15-week academy.

Gov. Josh Stein commended the graduates' dedication, stating, "It takes a special person to work in law enforcement," and thanked them for their commitment to protecting the public.

Chief Justice Paul Newby administered the oath, while Col. Freddy L. Johnson Jr. praised their character and drive to serve.

The curriculum emphasized firearms proficiency, vehicle operations, crash investigation, emergency response, physical fitness, de-escalation, and state law. Starting Dec. 10, the troopers will begin field training at assigned stations statewide.

NC Thanksgiving: Dry, Crisp, and Travel-Friendly

As North Carolinians prepare for Thanksgiving gatherings, forecasts signal a crisp, mostly dry holiday weekend with a sharp temperature plunge following showers Tuesday night into early Wednesday.

Thanksgiving Day will feature partly sunny skies across North Carolina with daytime highs ranging from the upper 40s in the mountains to the mid-50s along the coast. Overnight lows will drop to the upper 20s to low 30s statewide.

No widespread precipitation or winter weather is expected Thursday through Saturday, supporting favorable road and air travel conditions on major routes, including I-40, I-85, and I-95.

Black Friday will be colder, with highs in the lower 50s and lows in the mid-to-upper 20s. Forecasters note breezy conditions may develop, but should not significantly impact travel.

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Food.

For those of us who have enough, it's an easy need to fill. But millions of children go hungry. Their bodies can't develop, much less their minds. They need a miracle.

You can be their miracle. Your compassionate gift of $30 brings a nutritious meal to three children every school day for one month.

Many children are going to bed hungry tonight.

But you can change that.

You give. Convoy delivers. And hundreds of thousands of children are fed.

➤ Statewide: The North Carolina Department of Transportation is distributing more than $185.6 million in Powell Bill funds to 508 municipalities for street maintenance, repairs, and infrastructure, including relief for 110 communities impacted by Hurricane Helene. (More)

➤ Raleigh: Unionized health workers rallied Thursday, demanding collective bargaining rights, a $25-per-hour minimum wage, safer working conditions, and an end to what they call a culture of fear and retaliation. (More)

➤ Wake County: Benji Martin Jr., accused of fatally shooting WakeMed officer Roger Smith on Nov. 8 inside Garner's WakeMed facility, was released from the hospital Friday and taken to jail. He made his first court appearance yesterday. (More)

➤ Angier: A 4-year-old boy suffered severe injuries—including head lacerations, abrasions, and lost teeth—after falling from a moving white Dodge truck and being dragged along the road, prompting an ongoing sheriff's investigation. (More)

➤ Carteret County: The fourth round of Operation Find Out resulted in 11 arrests for drug-related offenses, including methamphetamine trafficking and possession with intent to sell, with secured bonds ranging from $5,000 to $1,050,000. (More)

➤ Mecklenburg County: Mpox cases are rising due to a new strain, with 10 reported in the area since October. Formerly called monkeypox, the virus spreads through close contact, causing fever, aches, lesions, and rash. (More)

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➤ The Carolina Panthers lost to the San Francisco 49ers 20-9 last night on Monday Night Football. Quarterback Bryce Young struggled, throwing for just 169 yards in and turning the ball over twice on interceptions. (More)

➤ Men's Basketball AP Poll: Duke moved up one spot to No. 4 this week, while UNC and NC State both climbed two spots to No. 16 and No. 23, respectively. (See Poll)

➤ A former Carolina Panthers cheerleader claims she was cut from the team this year for being transgender. "I appreciate everything that they've done for me, but I feel like I was done wrong," said Justine Lindsay, who had been with the Panthers since 2022. (More)

➤ Front Row Motorsports performance director Johnny Roten died last week at age 60. The Wilkes County native worked in NASCAR-related jobs for decades, starting on Junior Johnson's team. (More)

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➤ Nags Head will present bids on Dec. 3 for its beach nourishment project, which will place sand on the beach from 2919 South Virginia Dare Trail to the town line near Cape Hatteras National Seashore. (More)

➤ American Airlines' regional carrier SkyWest Airlines will take over two routes from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Shenandoah Valley Airport near Staunton, Virginia, starting Feb. 3, and Greenbrier Valley Airport in Lewisburg, West Virginia, starting Feb. 10. (More)

➤ Power management company Eaton will expand its Middlesex aerospace facility by 40,000 square feet in Nash County with a $6.8 million investment, adding 30 jobs at an average salary of $58,566. (More)

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Your compassion feeds hungry kids.

Anita was hungry constantly. She needed to do well in school, but couldn't because hunger was a distraction.

That's the lifesaving difference your compassion makes through Convoy of Hope. Your donation of $30 provides a nutritious meal for three children every school day for one month.

Anita now has enough to eat, but so many more children don't. With your help, they will. Because when you give, Convoy delivers. And hundreds of thousands of children are fed.

➤ North Carolina ranks 33rd in U.S. college affordability, where average annual tuition costs consume 44.5% of median household income, placing it just below states like Oregon, Ohio, Missouri, and Tennessee, which fall within the 45-60% range. (See Rankings)

➤ The 31st Cucalorus Film Festival concluded Sunday in Wilmington after five days of screenings at Thalian Hall, Jengo's Playhouse, and the Wilson Center, drawing thousands of attendees and showcasing new independent films and filmmakers. (More)

➤ Charlotte-based Krispy Kreme is offering a Peanuts-themed holiday collection that includes Snoopy Cookies & Kreme, Charlie Brown Ornament, Christmas Wreath, Santa Belly, and Holiday Sprinkle doughnuts. The treats will be available in special character boxes starting Nov. 29. (See Doughnuts)

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