Good Morning! On this day in 1930, the SMU Mustangs beat the Indiana Hoosiers 27-0 in the first football game at the new Cotton Bowl in Fair Park.
A Lubbock woman gave a foster puppy a new lease on life, saving it from a deadly skin condition. See a video of the story here and read more in Et Cetera.
If you’re a Texas homeowner tired of watching your property taxes climb each year, today’s sponsor, Ownwell, can help you fight back—and keep more of your hard-earned money where it belongs.
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Hundreds of Thousands Without Power After Storms
Severe thunderstorms throughout Southeast Texas late Friday night and early Saturday morning led to power outages affecting more than 260,000 residents.
The storms brought torrential rain, lightning, and winds that measured over 60 miles per hour, shutting off power for 150,000 Houston residents.
Flood watches were issued for most of Eastern Texas through Saturday for widespread rainfall expected to total 2-4 inches. You can see a live map of any remaining outages here.
DART Silver Line Passenger Rail Makes Debut
The Dallas Area Rapid Transit Silver Line made its grand debut Saturday, spanning seven cities and 26 miles, following five years of construction that cost $2.1 billion.
The passenger rail system will connect Plano, Richardson, Dallas, Addison, Carrollton, Coppell, Grapevine, and DFW Airport, and rides cost just $3.
The trains will feature bike and luggage racks, USB chargers, and ADA-compliant boarding, with service running daily from 4 a.m. to 1 a.m.
You can find more information on the new system and how to buy a pass here.
The Most Romantic Restaurant in Texas
Fredericksburg’s Cabernet Grill, a rustic-themed eatery that serves gourmet steak, seafood, and luxurious wines, was ranked the best date night restaurant in Texas by TripAdvisor’s Best Date Night Restaurants in the U.S.
Cabernet Grill was ranked the 18th-best date night spot in the country due to its laid-back style, creative spin on Texas classics, and friendly staff.
The Fredericksburg eatery was Texas’ highest and only ranked restaurant on the list. You can find the full rankings and methodology from TripAdvisor here.
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Texans are realizing it’s all about net savings
For years, some Texans have gone back to the same property tax protest firms – assuming that’s just the way things are done. But here’s the truth: those firms often charge 40-50% of your savings and minimum fees, whether they win big or not.
Ownwell’s changed that. We fight for similar reductions (and often more), but only charge 25% of the savings. No minimum fees. That means net of fees, many Texans keep more money in their pocket with Ownwell.
If you’ve been with the same firm for years, it’s time to ask: Are you getting the optimal net savings every year? With Ownwell, you have the best chance.
➤ El Paso: Local comedian Alfredo Marquez Jr. went viral for a road rage incident in which he pushed a woman and threw her phone. (See Video)
➤ Corpus Christi: Crews will begin lowering the center span of the 1959 Harbor Bridge this weekend, marking the start of its full demolition under TxDOT’s $1.3 billion Harbor Bridge Replacement Project. (See Photos)
➤ Fort Worth: The Texas Education Agency will assume control over the Fort Worth ISD, replacing its elected school board with a state-appointed board of managers. (More)
➤ San Antonio: Former Secretary of State Hope Andrade was named CEO of the Alamo Trust after the resignation of Kate Rogers on Saturday. (More)
➤ Plano: Fire Station 5 reopened following a $12 million renovation that doubled the station’s size and modernized facilities. (See Photos)
➤ Laredo: The northbound lane of Thomas Avenue will close on Monday for construction on a new Customs and Border Protection building. (More)
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➤ Marcel Reed accounted for 310 yards and four touchdowns, as No. 3 Texas A&M scored 35 second-half points to beat No. 20 LSU 49-25 and remain unbeaten. (Watch Video)
➤ No. 22 Texas rallied from a 17-point fourth-quarter deficit, highlighted by Ryan Niblett’s punt return for a touchdown, to beat Mississippi State 45-38 in overtime. (Watch Video)
➤ Houston upset No. 24 Arizona State 24-16, No. 14 Texas Tech shut out Oklahoma State 42-0, and Baylor lost 41-20 at No. 21 Cincinnati. (See Scores)
➤ San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama tallied nine blocks and 29 points, including a clutch overtime dunk, as the San Antonio Spurs beat the New Orleans Pelicans 120-116 to bolster his early MVP campaign. (Watch Video)
➤ No. 22 Texas footballhead coach Steve Sarkisian is reportedly interested in interviewing for future NFL head coach openings. (More)
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Texans left billions of dollars on the table
Property tax bills are arriving across Texas, and many homeowners are paying too much.
But here’s the catch: 7 out of 10 Texans didn’t protest.
Ownwell exists to change that. We review your assessment, protest for you, and only charge if you save. No paperwork. No formal hearings. Just savings.
So ask yourself: did you leave money with the county, or did you fight back? Get your savings estimate and sign up today.
➤ San Antonio’s 13th annual Muertos Fest continues today, offering musical acts, workshops, and crafts and art from local artisans. (More)
➤ The annual Drummathon returns to Plano on Nov. 2 at the Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall to raise money for breast cancer research. (More)
➤ A Lubbock woman rescued a foster puppy whose life was threatened by a severe skin condition. (See Video)
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Hundreds of Thousands Without Power After Storms 
