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Texas will audit up to 300 projects, mostly data centers, after Gov. Greg Abbott’s order
By Paul Cobler, The Texas Tribune August 14, 2026 The audit and verification of data centers ordered by Gov. Greg Abbott will involve about 250 to 300 projects, most of which are data centers, state grid operator officials told the Public Utility Commission on Friday. The officials’ testimony also highlighted just how data significant the…
Read MoreFifth Circuit reaffirms death row inmate Brittany Holberg’s conviction
By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune August 14, 2026 The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday affirmed Texas death row inmate Brittany Holberg’s sentence in a split decision among its full panel of judges, reversing the court’s previous ruling a year before. Holberg was convicted of capital murder in 1998 by an Amarillo…
Read MoreGreg Abbott threatens Dallas, Houston airports’ grant funds over Islamic washing facilities
By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune August 14, 2026 Dallas Fort Worth International Airport canceled plans to install a facility commonly used for Islamic prayer after Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday threatened to withdraw state and federal funding as Houston’s mayor defended George Bush Intercontinental Airport’s amenity. Abbott sent a letter to the North Texas…
Read MoreSummer ends. Sober rides stay forever
Download video August 14, 2026 Why this matters Impaired driving deaths consistently spike over Labor Day weekend in Texas. A mother shares her story of loss, while TxDOT travels the state encouraging everyone to get a sober ride during increased law enforcement efforts. ATLANTA – The end of summer should be a time of celebration, yet…
Read MoreTexas schools receive A-F accountability grades as more districts hope to avoid takeovers
By Sneha Dey, Jaden Edison and Rob Reid, The Texas Tribune August 14, 2026 Texas’ school performance ratings remained relatively flat this year, while the Austin school district prepared for expected state sanctions over chronic F ratings. Campuses and districts received their state report cards Friday, providing families a glimpse of how well schools educate…
Read MoreVet Assistant program graduates 14 students
August 13, 2026 The Northeast Texas Community College Vet Assistant program recently celebrated its third graduating class on Monday, August 10, 2026. Fourteen new students recently graduated from the program: Molly Brady, Vanessa Buendia, Susan Cassler, Sherlyn Castillo, Joni Figueroa, Emma Fortenberry, Eliana Johnson, Briel Kershaw, Alice Lopez, Ana Lopez, Manuela Paresdes Bradley, Juliana Perez,…
Read MoreLimited space available in new Plumber Pre-Apprentice Program
August 13, 2026 There’s still time to start training for a new career this fall. Northeast Texas Community College is enrolling students in its Plumber Pre-Apprentice Program, which begins Sept. 8, and financial assistance of up to $2,500 may be available for qualified students. The 14-week evening program meets Tuesday through Thursday from 5:30 to…
Read MoreSummer graduation planned for Friday, August 14th
August 13, 2026 Northeast Texas Community College will host its August 2026 commencement ceremony on Friday, Aug. 14th in the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts at 7 p.m. Seating is limited, so only guests who have tickets will be admitted into the auditorium. Graduation will be streamed live on NTCC Website and Facebook for…
Read MoreCommissioners Court extends burn ban
SBA Announces 90% Loan Guarantee for Energy Sector
New loan guarantee for small producers will support expanded energy capacity, lower energy prices, and stronger supply chain WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that small businesses across the energy production supply chain are now eligible for a new 90% Energy Guarantee through the SBA International Trade Loan (ITL)…
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