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Texas apologizes for fans; UGA questions reversal

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October 20, 2024

Texas apologizes for fans; UGA questions reversal

Dave Wilson, ESPN Staff WriterOct 20, 2024, 01:10 PM ET
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Texas officials issued an apology Sunday for fans throwing trash onto the field following a controversial pass interference call in the No. 1 Longhorns’ 30-15 loss to No. 5 Georgia on Saturday night.

“While we deeply appreciate the passion and loyalty of our fan base at The University of Texas at Austin, we do not condone the unsportsmanlike conduct that was exhibited by some individuals throwing objects onto the field during last night’s game and sincerely apologize to the University of Georgia players, coaches, and fans, as well as the Southeastern Conference and officiating crew,” a statement from Texas Board of Regents chairman Kevin Eltife, UT president Jay Hartzell and athletic director Chris Del Conte said.

“This type of behavior will not be tolerated.”

Trailing 23-8 in the third quarter, Texas safety Jahdae Barron stepped in front of Georgia’s Arian Smith and intercepted a pass, returning it 36 yards to the Georgia 9 and giving Texas new life. Officials called pass interference on Barron, however, and the 15-yard penalty was marked off.

Texas fans booed the call while watching multiple replays on the stadium’s video board, and trash started streaming down onto the field from near the student section, stopping play for a few minutes. While Sarkisian walked all the way to the 10-yard line to tell fans to stop, staff members and security cleaned up the bottles as officials conferred again.

The call was overturned after the stoppage, which raised concerns that the behavior actually helped the Longhorns.

“Now we’ve set a precedent that if you throw a bunch of stuff on the field and endanger athletes that you’ve got a chance to get your call reversed,” Georgia coach Kirby Smart said after the game. “And that’s unfortunate because, to me, that’s dangerous. That’s not what we want, and that’s not criticizing officials. That’s what happened.”

In a statement early Sunday morning, the SEC said officials “gathered to discuss the play, which is permitted to ensure the proper penalty is enforced.”

Early Sunday morning, Georgia athletic director Josh Brooks said in a post on X that he was “disappointed and frustrated” with how the call was reversed.

“Disagreeing with a singular call is natural and will happen several times in every football game. I can accept that,” Brooks said in his post. “What I cannot accept is the manner in which this specific call was reversed. The official claimed he erred in the call. My question is when did he realize the error?

“If it was before the delay that occurred due to fans throwing objects on the field, what stopped him before the head official made the announcement and spotted the ball? I have faith we, as a conference, will learn from this and get better. We must, because in the SEC it just means more.”

In 2021, the SEC fined the Volunteers $250,000 after fans threw objects on the field in Lane Kiffin’s return against Tennessee, where he had formerly coached. Fans threw bottles, cans and other projectiles at the Ole Miss sideline, including a golf ball that hit Kiffin. Tennessee had just been stopped on fourth down after a questionable spot by officials.

Texas officials said they will take steps to ensure the incident does not happen again.

“We appreciate the support of Longhorn Nation and are confident that, moving forward, we will continue to represent our university with pride and respect,” the statement said.

ESPN’s Mark Schlabach contributed to this report.

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Texas city addresses rumors of new ICE facility

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February 2, 2026

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ICE is reportedly eyeing a warehouse that sits along I-45 near Hutchins. City leaders are poised to discuss it at an upcoming meeting this week.

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Fire displaces dozens at Fort Worth senior living facility

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February 1, 2026

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Fire displaces dozens at Fort Worth senior living facility

A fire at a senior living facility in Fort Worth forced more than 50 residents to evacuate late Sunday morning. Many are now staying with nearby family, while others still don’t know where they’ll sleep tonight. Heavy smoke, soot, and water damage left the building unsafe to occupy, with conditions harsh enough to irritate eyes and throats after only a short time inside.

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Date night or girls’ night? Valentine’s and Galentine’s events to love in North Texas

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February 1, 2026

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Date night or girls’ night? Valentine’s and Galentine’s events to love in North Texas

Love is in the air, whether you’re celebrating with a sweetheart or your closest friends. North Texas is packed with Valentine’s Day and Galentine’s events that will make February feel extra special.

Here are 10 Valentine’s Day and Galentine’s Day events happening around Dallas-Fort Worth as you start making plans.

VALENTINE’S WEEKEND AT REUNION TOWER

Get a breathtaking view of the Dallas skyline while celebrating on Friday and Saturday of Valentine’s Day weekend. There will be photo ops, specialty cocktails and mocktails, custom cookies, poems, and acoustic music by Mountain Natives on Friday. Saturday will feature a skyline sketch, taught by local artists.

DETAILS: Feb. 13 and 14 from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday and 5 to 10 p.m. on Saturday at Reunion Tower, 300 Reunion Blvd. E, Dallas. Tickets are $63.56 per person and $124.73 for couples.

GRAPEVINE’S WINE, CHOCOLATE & ROMANCE ON MAIN TOUR

Experience an intimate Valentine’s-themed food and wine tour that takes guests on a stroll through historic Main Street in Grapevine. It will feature wine and light bites from local wineries.

DETAILS: Thursdays through Sundays in February from 3 to 5 p.m. 324 S. Main St., Grapevine. Tickets are $123 per person.

Experience an intimate Valentine s-themed food and wine tour that takes guests on a stroll through historic Main Street in Grapevine.

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FLAMING COCKTAIL HOT DATE NIGHT

Expect a hot date night where couples can blow and create their own heart or flower made from molten glass. Attendees can also indulge in flaming cocktails to toast their love.

DETAILS: Feb. 11-14 from noon to 7 p.m. at Vetro Glassblowing Studio & Gallery, 701 S. Main St., Grapevine. Tickets are $55 per person.

FORTWORTHIANS101 SPEED DATING EVENT

Restaurant West + Stone at Sheraton Fort Worth Downtown Hotel is co-hosting a Fortworthians101 speed-dating event. Guests are guaranteed to speak to at least 10 people and continue the conversations during a singles mixer after the speed dating concludes.

DETAILS: Feb. 10 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at West + Stone, 1701 Commerce St., Fort Worth. Ages 25-37. Speed dating tickets and mixer tickets ate $47.80; mixer-only tickets are $13.03.

VALENTINE’S WEEKEND MOVIE NIGHT AT WHISKEY RANCH

Guests are invited to bundle up and bring chairs and blankets to watch How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days in the great outdoors. Admission includes a free first cocktail.

DETAILS: Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. at Whiskey Ranch, 2601 Whiskey Ranch Road, Fort Worth. Tickets are $11.99.

GALENTINE’S/VALENTINE’S COOKIE DECORATING & WINE

Decorate cookies with your date or gal pals at this gallery experience. While decorating cookies, enjoy two glasses of wine and admire original artworks from Texas artists.

DETAILS: This event occurs Wednesday through Sunday during February at Giddens Gallery, 624 S. Main St., Grapevine. Ages 21 and up. Tickets are $62.

While decorating cookies, enjoy two glasses of wine and admire original artworks from Texas... — While decorating cookies, enjoy two glasses of wine and admire original artworks from Texas artists at Giddens Gallery.
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LOVE LETTERS-RUNWAY THEATRE

Watch an intimate, moving play with your loved ones that spans decades of hopes, dreams, and heartfelt words.

DETAILS: Feb. 13-15 at 3 and 8 p.m. at Runway Theatre, 215 N Dooley St., Grapevine. Tickets are $30.

VALENTINE’S/GALENTINE’S DAY AT PEGASUS PLAZA

Take a trip to downtown Dallas with your bestie or date and attend the free Valentine’s/Galentine’s Day event at Pegasus Plaza. It will have a doggy kissing booth, free photo booth and free flowers.

DETAILS: Feb. 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pegasus Plaza, 1500 Main St., Dallas. Free.

DFW LADIES GALENTINE’S GAL HIKE

Celebrate female friendships with a hike with all your gal pals. The hike starts on the Arbor Hills Trail, heads up to the Pond of Vasil Levski, continues to the Observation Deck, and then loops back through the prairie trail. Attendees are invited to wear pink. After the hike, there will be a brunch at restaurant Whiskey Cake.

DETAILS: Feb. 7 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Arbor Hills Nature Preserve, 6701 West Parker Road, Plano. Free.

Celebrate female friendships with a hike with all your gal pals, hosted by Texas Ladies Get... — Celebrate female friendships with a hike with all your gal pals, hosted by Texas Ladies Get Outdoors and Travel group.
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MCKINNEY GALENTINE’S POP UP

The Stix Icehouse will have a special Galentine’s Day celebration filled with shopping, jewelry and music bingo. Attendees can also create custom-made permanent jewelry and a trucker hat.

DETAILS: Feb. 11 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at The Stix Icehouse, 301 Eldorado Pkwy., Suite #100, McKinney. Free.

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