Texas lawmakers propose replacing STAAR exam with three shorter tests
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune Aug. 1, 2025 “Texas lawmakers propose replacing STAAR exam with three shorter tests” 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…
Read MoreACLS, AHA, AND MLA COMMEND COURT DECISION GRANTING PRELIMINARY INJUNCTION OF CANCELLATION OF AWARDED NEH GRANTS
Plaintiffs Have Filed An Appeal to Judge’s Decision Dismissing Core Claims in Their Lawsuit For Immediate Release / August 6, 2025 (New York, NY) — The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS), the American Historical Association (AHA), and the Modern Language Association (MLA) commend Judge Colleen McMahon’s decision for the Authors Guild, which ensures…
Read MoreSID MILLER WELCOMES HEADLINER RANDALL KING TO THE GO TEXAN COUNTRY FESTIVAL IN WAXAHACHIE
AUSTIN- Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller proudly announced today that West Texas native and rising country star Randall King will headline the Crossroads of Texas GO TEXAN Country Festival on Saturday, October 25, in historic downtown Waxahachie. Dust off your boots and get ready to two-step because Randall King is bringing honky-tonk to Waxahachie,” said…
Read MoreLive redistricting updates: DNC chair says more blue states could consider redistricting
By Eleanor Klibanoff, Gabby Birenbaum and Kayla Guo, The Texas Tribune Aug. 4, 2025 “Live redistricting updates: Dems say there was a bomb threat made at their hotel” 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…
Read MoreOp-Ed: Big Insurance Companies Are Fleecing Disaster Survivors — and the Rest of Us
Local and regional insurance companies beat the big guys at serving your community — and the planet. By Cathy Cowan Becker The nation’s largest home and auto insurance companies say we can trust them, but lately they’re behaving far more like villains than heroes. As the climate crisis intensifies, big insurance companies are protecting their bottom…
Read MoreHood and Somervell counties complete a Joint Community Wildfire Protection Plan to address wildfire risk
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Hood and Somervell counties officially signed and adopted a joint Community Wildfire Protection Plan July 29, 2025, aimed at reducing wildfire risk and enhancing public safety. A Community Wildfire Protection Plan is a proven framework for helping communities prepare for and mitigate wildfire threats. The Hood and Somervell Counties Joint Community…
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PUBLIC NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS BUYING PROPERTY IN THE VICINITY OF THE SHARON WATER SUPPLY CORP. Sharon Water Supply Corp. urges any prospective buyers to verify with the Manager at the office located at 6175 N. State Hwy. 37, Winnsboro, Texas, whether or not water is available at the tract of land in question. Sharon…
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PUBLIC NOTICE The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) has posted procurement solicitations at www.tips-usa.com for the following categories: 250801 Online Auction Systems and/or Auctioneer Services 250802 Academic and Educational Goods and Services 250803 Fleet Fueling and Charging Equipment Facilities (2 Part with JOC) The proposal is due and will be opened on September 19, 2025, at…
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NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS BUYING PROPERTY IN THE VICINITY OF THE PRITCHETT WATER SUPPLY CORP. Pritchett Water Supply Corp. understands that property is sometimes sold with the representation that water is available to the property from the PWSC System. Such is not always the case, and the PWSC urges any prospective buyer to verify with…
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