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Texas SWCDs Mark 75 Years of Local Conservation Efforts

Texas SWCDs Mark 75 Years of Local Conservation Efforts In 2026, the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB) proudly recognizes and celebrates Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) across the state that are marking their 75th Anniversary. Established in 1951, these districts represent 75 years of local leadership, voluntary conservation, and strong partnerships…

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UT Tyler Among Top 100 US News 2026 Best Online Programs 

TYLER, Texas (February 9, 2026) – The University of Texas at Tyler has programs ranked among the  nation’s top 100 universities in online education, according to the 2026 U.S. News and World  Report Best Online Programs rankings.  UT Tyler rankings are:  13th in Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs for Veterans  44th in Best Online…

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AgriLife Extension offers school pest management trainings statewide

New charter school requirements drive expanded 2026 schedule from Feb. 12 through May 7 Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host a series of School Integrated Pest Management, IPM, Coordinator Trainings across the state from Feb. 12 through May 7. The events offer both new and current coordinators the opportunity to fulfill state-mandated training requirements. Janet…

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UT Tyler Music Professor Nationally Recognized as Accomplished Composer 

TYLER, Texas (February 10, 2026) – Dr. Kyle Gullings, a professor of music at The University of Texas  at Tyler, was awarded Finalist Honorable Mention for the 2025 American Prize in Composition – Orchestra, Professional Division. The award recognizes the recording of the March 2024 premiere  performance of Gridiron Symphony by the East Texas Symphony…

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SAU receives generous ANCRC grant for Talbot Hall renovations

MAGNOLIA, AR (02/10/2026) Southern Arkansas University has received a generous grant of $1,189,647 from the Arkansas Natural and Cultural Resources Council (ANCRC) to support renovations to Talbot Hall. With this latest grant, ANCRC’s total investment in the SAU campus now exceeds $6 million, funding renovations that benefit students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. ANCRC’s…

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Credit Union of Texas hosting the 5th Annual Community Chili Cook-Off on March 7th

CommunityChiliCookoff_122925_Flyer_v032026 completeCommunityChiliCookoff_RegistrationForm_2026_v04 Credit Union of Texas is hosting the 5th Annual Community Chili Cook-Off on March 7th on Davis Street in Gilmer where the first-place chili winner will receive $1,500 and there will be cash prizes for 2nd and 3rd place as well. We are partnering with the Bethesda Lodge #142 and all proceeds from…

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‘The Silver Heart’ is a heartfelt romance of love, faith and second chances

Follow a young woman’s journey through life and relationships as she is drawn toward the love meant for her WAPAKONETA, Ohio – Samantha Sheridan launches a new press campaign for her book, “The Silver Heart” (published by Archway Publishing), a contemporary romance centered on love, faith and resilience, set against the authentic backdrop of the…

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Texas attorney general candidate says if he wins, he’d try to revoke Democratic leader Gene Wu’s citizenship

By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune February 9, 2026 Aaron Reitz, among the GOP candidates running to be Texas Attorney General, on Monday suggested without evidence that the leader of the Texas House Democrats, who is Asian, had lied during his citizenship application process and should have his citizenship revoked. “As AG, I want to…

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Amanda Edwards drops out of Houston race for 18th Congressional District

By Olivia Borgula, The Texas Tribune February 9, 2026 Former Houston City Council member Amanda Edwards has ended her campaign for Texas’ 18th Congressional District. Edwards’ Monday announcement comes a week after she lost decisively to former Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee in a special election runoff to serve out the remainder of Rep. Sylvester…

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