Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is handing more of his office’s work to costly private lawyers
By Zach Despart, The Texas Tribune July 24, 2025 “Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is handing more of his office’s work to costly private lawyers” 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. This…
Read MoreTexas man sues California doctor in federal court, testing a new angle to crackdown on abortion pills
By Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune July 23, 2025 “Texas man sues California doctor in federal court, testing a new angle to crackdown on abortion pills” 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 MoreRep. Giovanni Capriglione, first Texas DOGE chair, will not seek reelection
By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune July 23, 2025 “Rep. Giovanni Capriglione, first Texas DOGE chair, will not seek reelection” 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…
Read MoreLong-standing problems led up to deadly Hill Country floods, witnesses tell legislative flood committee
By Emily Foxhall, Hayden Betts and Paul Cobler, The Texas Tribune July 23, 2025 “Long-standing problems led up to deadly Hill Country floods, witnesses tell legislative flood committee” 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 MoreCredit Union of Texas and Carter BloodCare host event to help Texas patients
Community Event Alert: Blood Drive Credit Union of Texas and Carter BloodCare host event to help Texas patients Blood Drive Host: Credit Union of Texas Date: 8/7/2025 Time: 11:00:00 AM – 2:00:00 PM Address: Credit Union of Texas Gilmer Carter BloodCare Bus 755 US Hwy 271 N Gilmer, TX 75647 Sign Up Link: https://www.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/163636…
Read MoreSPJST Hosts 2025 Showcase Youth Competition
Youth Throughout Texas Compete in Scholarship Program Offering $12,000 TEMPLE, Texas, July 23, 2025 – The 2025 SPJST State Youth Showcase will take place Saturday, July 26 at 9 a.m. in the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center, 3303 North 3rd Street, Temple. This year’s theme is “Never Stop Exploring.” The public and media are encouraged…
Read MoreIndustry trends highlight beef course Aug. 4-6 in College Station
Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course offers youth and adult tracks Record-high cattle prices, unpredictable weather patterns – including both droughts and floods – and the potential reappearance of the New World screwworm are the underlying themes of the 71st annual Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course on Aug. 4-6 in Bryan-College Station. Live demonstrations are a…
Read MoreTexas timber industry eyes new opportunities amid steady markets
Texas Crop and Weather Report Texas’ timber industry continues to generate a significant economic impact for the state, with employment and output levels holding steady compared to 2023, said Eric Taylor, Ph.D., a silviculturist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Texas A&M Forest Service. Texas’ timber industry is experiencing steady markets in 2025. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife) Market…
Read MoreReviving a Legacy: The Sons of the Republic of Texas reignites spirit of independence in East Texas
NACOGDOCHES, Texas – A renewed spirit of preservation and pride is sweeping through East Texas as the Sons of the Republic of Texas (SRT) reestablish their presence in the region, centered on Nacogdoches – the historic seat of Spanish and later Mexican authority in early East Texas. What began in late 2023 as conversations about…
Read MoreHerzing University Ready to Strengthen Texas Nursing Workforce with New Online BSN Program Offering
Herzing’s online BSN program offers flexible, career-focused pathways to help tackle Texas’ nursing crisis HOUSTON, TX – Herzing University, an accredited, private nonprofit institution, announced it is now offering its online Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program in Texas, with Fall 2025 enrollment open for students in the Dallas and Houston areas. Already available…
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