AUSTIN— Texas experienced an increase in hunting accidents with last year, with 18 non-fatal hunting accidents and one fatality reported in the 2024 Texas Hunting Accident Report. “Safe hunting in Texas starts with you,” said Matthew Smith, Hunter Education Coordinator for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). “Hunting accidents are preventable by following basic…

(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding families and businesses that they can save on the purchase of certain products during the state’s Water-Efficient Products and ENERGY STAR® sales tax holidays. Created by the Texas Legislature, both holidays take place Saturday, May 24, through Monday, May 26. The Texas Comptroller’s office estimates shoppers will save…

Tyler, Texas (May 19, 2025) —  UT Health Henderson and UT Health Quitman have been named among Modern Healthcare’s 2025 Best Places to Work in Healthcare.   This award program identifies and recognizes outstanding employers in the healthcare industry nationwide. Modern Healthcare partners with Workforce Research Group on the assessment process, which includes an extensive…

May 19, 2025 Austin – More than 1,500 rural and small communities across Texas are being left behind, barred by an outdated law from using design-build – a faster, cost-saving method to repair failing water systems. As the state prepares to invest $5 billion in infrastructure upgrades, these communities risk missing out unless lawmakers remove…

A weekly preview of some City of Longview events, projects, and updates to assist as you plan your news coverage! Coming Up This Week 5/22 – City Council Meeting What: Regular City Council Meeting including the swearing in of new City Council members. When: 5:30 p.m. Where: City Hall, 300 W. Cotton St. Agenda 5/23…

TYLER, Texas (May 19, 2025) – The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine received approval  from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges for the first  integrated biomedical sciences PhD program in East Texas. “Offering this degree is a significant milestone, adding to our institution’s reputation as the region’s hub…

By Carlos Nogueras Ramos, The Texas Tribune May 19, 2025 “Oil companies want protection as Texas considers allowing treated fracking water released into rivers” 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. Subscribe to…

By Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune May 16, 2025 “Long-running lawsuit against Texas’ foster care system appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court” 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…