The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has acquired its first new Wildlife Management Area in East Texas in almost two decades, securing approximately 6,900 acres in Anderson County for the creation of the Trinity River […]
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Texas Reporter and Big Bend Times Launch Fundraiser: Free Gulf of Mexico Photo Offered as Thank-You
At Texas Reporter and Big Bend Times, we call the Gulf of Mexico the Gulf of Mexico. And now, we’re offering a way for readers to support the work we do—and get a little something […]
Texas may officially recognize Gulf of America change after Senate gives first OK
By Jess Huff, The Texas Tribune “Texas may officially recognize Gulf of America change after Senate gives first OK” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — […]
Governor Abbott Meets NASA Leaders During Space Day at Texas Capitol
Governor Greg Abbott welcomed directors from NASA’s Johnson Space Center and astronaut Reid Wiseman to the Texas Capitol this week as part of Space Day events in Austin. The meeting highlighted Texas’s growing role in […]
Texas A&M Forest Service Distributes Thousands of Tree Seedlings to Panhandle Residents
The Texas A&M Forest Service recently gave away approximately 2,300 native tree seedlings to residents in Canadian, Pampa, Fritch, and Borger as part of ongoing wildfire recovery efforts. The distribution aims to help replace lost […]
Governor Abbott Highlights Texas’ Economic Strength at Nasdaq Luncheon in Dallas
Governor Greg Abbott celebrated Texas’ economic achievements and growing financial sector at a Nasdaq, Inc. luncheon held March 18 in Dallas, honoring entrepreneur Ross Perot Jr. for his contributions to the state’s economy. “We’ve seen […]
Texas Wildfires Burn Over 18,000 Acres as Crews Continue Containment Efforts
The Texas A&M Forest Service reported that personnel responded to 14 new wildfires on Tuesday, burning a combined 18,518 acres across the state. Firefighters continue working active incidents while managing containment on multiple fronts. As […]
Texas Senate advances school prayer, Ten Commandment bills
By Robert Downen and Pavan Acharya, The Texas TribuneMarch 4, 2025 The Texas Senate on Tuesday advanced bills that would require public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments and allow districts to provide students […]
State Representative Brooks Landgraf Hosts Incoming Legislators at Permian Basin Oil & Gas Summit
State Representative Brooks Landgraf and Senator Kevin Sparks welcomed six incoming members of the Texas House of Representatives to Odessa for the 2025 Permian Basin Oil & Gas Legislative Summit. Held at the Odessa Marriott […]
Texas Game Wardens on Duty Amid Winter Storm
Braving snow and icy conditions, Texas Game Wardens remain on the frontlines, assisting state and local partners in responding to the challenges posed by winter weather. Equipped for harsh conditions, the wardens are ready to […]
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