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Chairman Sarah Davis Passes Sunset Extension For The Cancer Prevention Institute Of Texas

AUSTIN, TX- Today, Chairman Sarah Davis passed House Bill 84 and House Bill 63 which extends the expiration date of the Cancer Prevention Institute of Texas (CPRIT) and ensures adequate management of related equity and royalties derived from agency grant disbursements. “Voters overwhelmingly approved  the establishment of the Cancer Prevent Institute of Texas dedicated to the eradication of cancer. I could not be more proud to ensure the will of the voters will be executed […]

Hats Gloves and Boutonnieres

HATS, GLOVES AND BOUTONNIÈRES 14th Annual Fort Bend Spring Brunch to support Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center and outreach to area families Chairs challenge attendees to wear wackiest hats! Monday, May 8 at 10:30 a.m. Chaired by Fort Bend County residents Susie Goff and Susan Novasad SUGAR LAND (April 19, 2017) – It’s time to put on that new spring hat and pull on your white gloves for the 14th Annual Hats, Gloves and Boutonnières […]

Fort Bend Shelter Pet Expo 2017                                          Adopt, Don’t Shop!

April 26th, 2017 Sugar Land, Texas – Fort Bend Pets Alive! is hosting the 3rd annual “Fort Bend Shelter Pet Expo” in Sugar Land Town Plaza on Saturday, May 6th from 11:00 am – 2:00pm. Fort Bend Pets Alive! will be bringing homeless animals to the people! As part of a program to raise awareness of shelter adoption and the respect of all lives. FBPA! is hosting the Fort Bend Shelter Pet Expo 2017 in […]

DPS Names Top Troopers, Honors Exceptional Employees

AUSTIN – The Texas Public Safety Commission (PSC) and Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Director Steven McCraw presented one Purple Heart, five Lifesaving Awards and a Unit Citation to DPS employees for their exemplary service. In addition, two Highway Patrol Troopers received Top Trooper awards for 2017. “Carrying out the department’s mission of protecting and serving Texans requires a cadre of outstanding employees who are devoted to safeguarding and helping their communities – and […]

Chairman Craddick Addresses Women’s Energy Network at National Conference

Discusses Importance of Women in Critical Energy Industry Roles HOUSTON – Railroad Commission Chairman Christi Craddick today spoke to members of Women’s Energy Network (WEN) at their annual national conference in Houston, Energy Resilience: Refueling Innovation. WEN’s national conference brings together women from various industry disciplines to nurture professional connections among experts, increase knowledge and transform careers while maximizing contributions to industry advancements. “While the energy sector has historically been viewed as a male-dominated industry, […]

Breathing bleeding synthetic body company coming to Texas

Breathing bleeding synthetic body company coming to Texas COLLEGE STATION, Texas – SynDaver Labs, a manufacturer of synthetic human and animal surgical trainers, is scheduled to attend the North American Veterinary Community’s 2017 Veterinary Innovation Summit from Apr. 28-30 at Texas A&M University. Throughout the three day event, representatives from SynDaver will provide demonstrations of the company’s live-tissue replacement trainers and will unveil their latest model, a virtual reality multimedia platform that incorporates both human […]

The Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center Birthday Bash

our first birthday bash! You’re invited to the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center’s one year anniversary celebration! DJ, mascots, “happy birthday” singing, and cake spotlight ceremony Saturday, May 20, 2017    Birthday ceremony at 10:30 a.m. Free admission to kids one year and younger and May 20th birthdays Open at 9 a.m. for Members-only; general public open at 10 a.m. SUGAR LAND (April 20, 2017) –You’re invited to our First Birthday Bash!  The Fort Bend […]

AG Paxton: Texas Joins 22-State Coalition in Brief Defending Legislative Prayer

Ken Paxton

AUSTIN – In a case that could have profound impact on religious freedom for dozens of states, Texas yesterday joined a Michigan-led 22-state coalition filing an amicus brief urging the 6th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals to uphold a district court’s decision on the constitutionality of legislative prayer. The case is centered on a tradition in Jackson County, Michigan, where monthly board meetings begin with a prayer from a county commissioner. In 2013, a self-proclaimed […]

Girl Scouts awards $29,000 in scholarships to 24 graduating seniors  

[2017EmeraldCircle]: Recipients of the 2017 Gold Award Scholarships presented by The Emerald Circle (TEC) of Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council. Row 1 (l-r): Suzanne Mastren, Ashka Dighe, Catherine Mastren, Katie Hyde, Victoria Shelby. Row 2 (l-r): Mia Moore, Sydney McCoy, Cara Day, Stephanie Dodgen. Row 3 (l-r): Caroline Dimpel, Kaitlyn Unterman, Tanaya Behramsha, Rachel Bjerkaas, Sydnee Vinnett. Row 4 (l-r): Abbie Seay, Megan Alam, Savannah Lee. Back row (l-r): Halee Lewis, Lindsey Donaldson, Aisha Sheikh, Camille Nutall, Shumaila Lakhani. Not shown: Lindsay Bing and Rebecca Wied. TEC awarded $29,000 to 24 young women at its annual Gold Award Scholarship presentation on April 9. Photo by: Iska Wire

SOUTHEAST TEXAS (April 27, 2017) – The Emerald Circle of the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) recognized 24 graduating seniors at the organization’s annual Gold Award Scholarship presentation held April 9. The Emerald Circle awarded a total of $29,000 in scholarships to Girl Scouts who have earned the Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouting. Recipients were required to submit a scholarship application, including a resume, essay and description of their Gold Award […]

Sen. Cruz on KTSA San Antonio with Jack Riccardi

Senator Ted Cruz

Discusses EL CHAPO Act, North Korea and tax reform WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) yesterday spoke with KTSA San Antonio’s Jack Riccardi about the EL CHAPO Act – his most recent effort to secure the border with funding from El Chapo and other drug cartel members, the White House briefing on North Korea, and tax reform, among other topics. “The Democrats want the border to be unsecure. That’s not in the interest […]