Former Texas Comptroller brings leadership, fiscal expertise and a vision to shape the next generation of Texans BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Glenn Hegar, the former Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, today officially assumed his duties as Chancellor of The Texas A&M University System, one of the largest and most influential systems of higher education in the United States. With 11 universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center and a combined enrollment of more […]
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University of Houston Professor Named to Prestigious Fellowship
How Carlee Purdum’s Research is Changing Lives for Incarcerated People HOUSTON, Month DD, 2025 – All it took was one graduate school project to change Carlee Purdum’s research focus forever – a change that elevated her to the top of her field. Purdum, an assistant professor of sociology at the University of Houston, was recently named a Kavli Fellow by the National Academy of Sciences thanks to her work researching and advocating for incarcerated people in […]
“I Have Attended Way Too Many Funerals.”
Tow company owner makes plea in powerful TDLR Move Over/Slow Down PSA AUSTIN – As Texas roads fill up for the Fourth of July weekend, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is releasing a public service video as an emotional reminder to do your part to keep emergency responders safe. In the video, tow company owner Tasha Mora talks about the devastation that can happen when drivers don’t follow the Move Over or Slow Down law. “I have attended funerals […]
How to Choose The Right Internet Service For Your Home
Finding the best internet service for your household can be difficult with all the speeds, bundles, options, and plans out there. Making the right choice will improve your daily life, whether you’re working from home, streaming, or scrolling through social media. Here, we offer eight practical tips to help you choose the best internet service for your home. Know What You Need Before choosing an internet service for residential customers, think about what you do […]
Texas A&M Courtney Cares leads the way in equine-assisted services
Program builds momentum with strong support, promising collaborations and new institutional home For children, veterans and adults facing physical or emotional challenges, healing can begin through new connections with caregivers and horses. The Courtney Grimshaw Equine Assisted Services Initiative, known as Courtney Cares, offers equine-assisted services designed to address a wide range of physical, cognitive, emotional and social needs. The program lives within the Texas A&M Institute for Equine Sciences, a part of Texas A&M AgriLife Research, the state’s premier […]
Katy ISD Board Member Earns Master Trustee Distinction
KATY, TX [June 26, 2025] – Modeling a commitment to lifelong learning, Katy ISD Board Secretary Dawn Champagne has earned the Master Trustee distinction from the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), for completing this year’s Leadership TASB program. The Master Trustee honor is TASB’s highest designation available to Texas school board members. Board President Lance Redmon and Vice-President Rebecca Fox are also Master Trustees. “Our entire district benefits from Board members who dedicate themselves to […]
3 tips to pick out a sweet watermelon
A ripe, juicy watermelon can be a mouthwatering snack on a hot summer day Looking for the perfect summer snack? A ripe, sweet watermelon is hard to beat — if you know how to pick a good one. This season, Texas watermelons are high quality and prices are lower for shoppers. So now is a great time to enjoy this refreshing, healthy fruit. An expert shares how watermelon sweetness is measured and how to spot the best one […]
The Texas A&M University System Joins Effort to Establish First-in-Kind Accreditor
Six Public University Systems Establish The Commission for Public Higher Education Boca Raton, FL (June 26, 2025) – Today, the Commission for Public Higher Education, a consortium of six public university systems, was unveiled. This Commission will create a first-of-its-kind accreditation model for public higher education institutions that will offer high-quality, efficient services prioritizing academic excellence, student outcomes and achievement. “I am proud to be joined by leaders of five other public university systems to […]
Suspect in Officer-Involved Shooting Tuesday Identified
Rhino Simboli was pronounced deceased at the scene near Jones AT&T Stadium. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. The Lubbock Metropolitan Special Crimes Unit has identified the suspect killed in the officer-involved shooting with Texas Tech police early Tuesday (June 24) morning as Rhino Simboli, a 63-year-old male from Ohio, who also has ties to Florida and Texas. Simboli was pronounced deceased on the scene after firing a gun at Texas Tech police officers in an incident that occurred on […]
Selflessness and Commitment Reaps Rewards for Student Trainers
Eight trainers receive scholarships, recognition from Memorial Hermann KATY, TX [June 25, 2025] – Often heralded for their hard work, dedication and leadership, eight Katy ISD student trainers were named recipients of this year’s Katy ISD Student Athletic Trainer Scholarship, in partnership with Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine. Each student received a $500 scholarship and was recognized at a ceremony at Memorial Hermann Hospital Katy. Student athletic trainers assist certified professional trainers in caring for student-athletes. They […]