USDA slaps down Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller over New World Screwworm
By Kate McGee, The Texas Tribune Oct. 14, 2025 “USDA slaps down Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller over New World Screwworm” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief,…
Read MoreTexans could begin applying for school vouchers in February
By Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune Oct. 14, 2025 “Texans could begin applying for school vouchers in February” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s…
Read MoreDA Billy Byrd announces retirement
Upshur County District Attorney Billy Byrd announced on Tuesday that he will retire at the end of October. He says his retirement is required before he can publicly plans to run for another elected office under the law. MORE: https://t.co/w4tEAO3LeI pic.twitter.com/R9rA0529Q2 — KYTX CBS19 (@kytxcbs19) October 14, 2025
Read MoreState of Texas Announces New Services on Texas by Texas (TxT)
Texans can now upgrade their driver’s licenses and renew their boat registrations with the State’s digital assistant. AUSTIN, TX—The Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) is pleased to announce the availability of even more services on Texas by Texas (TxT), the State’s official digital assistant. Provided by Texas.gov, TxT gives Texans an easy, convenient, and secure way to…
Read MoreMedicare Open Enrollment Begins October 15 – Explore Your Options with our Certified Benefits Counselors
Assistance is available to find and compare 2026 health and drug plans now. East Texas, October 13, 2025: Medicare Open Enrollment runs from October 15 until December 7, and people with Medicare will have more coverage options to consider. Plan costs and covered benefits have changed, so our Area Agency on Aging of East Texas (AAA) is…
Read MoreOp-Ed: The devastating effects of deception
LIVING ON PURPOSE By Dr. Billy Holland For the next couple of weeks I want to talk about the secret chambers of our conscience that contains our thoughts, emotions, attitudes, convictions, and basically who we really are. Some will say they wear their feelings on their sleeves and how transparent they are to everyone. I…
Read MoreGood luck to the Buckeye Band!
Good luck to our amazing band! pic.twitter.com/VvMR70bZeU — Gilmer ISD (@GilmerISDProud) October 14, 2025
Read MoreNew legislative panels will investigate “facts and circumstances” of deadly Central Texas floods
By Alex Nguyen, The Texas Tribune Oct. 13, 2025 “New legislative panels will investigate “facts and circumstances” of deadly Central Texas floods” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The…
Read MoreTexas State University professor fired again after court revoked initial firing over “inciting violence”
By Ayden Runnels and Lindsey Byman, The Texas Tribune Sept. 26, 2025 “Texas State University professor fired again after court revoked initial firing over “inciting violence”” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.…
Read MoreLand Commissioner Buckingham Announces Opening of Ongoing VLB Public Land Sale
AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., announces the opening of an ongoing public land sale through the Veterans Land Board (VLB), which is the only land sale program made available to non-Veterans. In total, more than 20 tracts are up for sale throughout the state totaling nearly 111…
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