COLLEGE STATION, Texas – The presence of the invasive emerald ash borer (EAB) has been confirmed in Jack, Navarro, Somervell, Bell and Rockwall counties. Bell County’s confirmation makes it the southernmost confirmed location of EAB in the nation. First confirmed in Texas in 2016, EAB has spread to 31 counties statewide. In 2024, EAB was…

By William F. Holland Jr.   We hear a lot about heroes these days. Accomplished athletes are admired as idols for throwing around a ball, while actors in blockbuster movies portray individuals who can fly and use their incredible powers to save the universe. However, in the real world, it’s encouraging to know there are…

AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is pleased to announce the commencement of The Continuing Authorities Program Section 204 (CAP 204) West Texas Beach Nourishment Project, which will be executed through a partnership between the Texas General Land Office (GLO), the City of Galveston and the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (UACE). UACE will…

TYLER, Texas (July 15, 2025) – Mohammed Barakat of Tyler, a senior mechanical engineering major  at The University of Texas at Tyler, was accepted into Texas A&M University’s Summer 2025 Online  Research Experience for Undergraduates Program, sponsored by the National Science Foundation.  He is one of 11 student researchers chosen nationwide for the O-REU program…

The Texas Extension Education Association of Upshur County will hold its annual bean luncheon on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.   The fundraiser is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Yamboree Exhibit Building.     The cost of the meal is $10, which includes beans with ham, cornbread muffins, drink and a choice of…

By Jordan Rau, KFF Health News and Irena Hwang, The New York Times July 15, 2025 Rehab hospitals that help people recover from major surgeries and injuries have become a highly lucrative slice of the health care business. But federal data and inspection reports show that some run by the dominant company, Encompass Health Corp.,…

By Jordan Rau, KFF Health News July 15, 2025 Rehabilitation therapy can be a godsend after hospitalization for a stroke, a fall, an accident, a joint replacement, a severe burn, or a spinal cord injury, among other conditions. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are offered in a variety of settings, including at hospitals, nursing homes,…

By Jess Huff, The Texas Tribune July 15, 2025 “How a small East Texas town turned a devastating tornado into funding for sirens” 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…

Dr. Thomas Trimble offers a timely, biblical roadmap for navigating smartphones, social media, spiritual well-being   O’FALLON, Mo. – As public concern over social media addiction, teen mental health, and digital overuse continues to rise, Dr. Thomas Trimble offers a timely and faith-based response. His debut book, “Digital Dominion: Smartphones, Social Media, and Jesus” (published by…

By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune July 14, 2025 “Officials say at least 100 people still missing after July Fourth floods; recovery efforts could take months” 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.…