DAV (Disabled American Veterans) is proud to announce a new partnership with Cornerstone Caregiving, a leading non-medical home care provider with more than 270 locations nationwide. Through the collaboration, Cornerstone Caregiving has pledged both financial support and in-home care resources […]
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Governor Abbott Appoints Prairie View A&M Student as Texas A&M System Student Regent
BRYAN, COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Jaquavous Doucette of Fort Worth, a student at Prairie View A&M University, as the next student regent for The Texas A&M University System. His one-year term is effective June 1, 2025, […]
Texas A&M University-Victoria Presidential Advisory Search Committee Named
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas — A 12-member committee has been created to conduct a national search for the first president of Texas A&M University-Victoria. “This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader,” said Chancellor John Sharp of The Texas A&M […]
Texas Legislature Unites to Pass Bettencourt’s “Transformative” Special Ed. Reform Bill
SB 568 Delivers Landmark Funding Overhaul for Texas Students with Disabilities AUSTIN, TX — In an overwhelming show of bipartisan support from both chambers, the Texas Legislature has unanimously passed Senate Bill 568 (SB 568), authored by Senator Paul Bettencourt […]
Senator Bettencourt’s Housing Affordability Bill on it’s Way to the Gov.’s Desk!
SB 15 Reduces Minimum Lot Sizes to Boost Housing Supply & Lower Costs Statewide AUSTIN, TEXAS – The Texas Legislature has concurred final passage on Senate Bill 15 (SB 15), marking a major step forward in addressing the state’s growing […]
Free #TXBookChat Virtual Event for Matagorda Magic with Author Kimberly Ridley and Illustrator Rebekah Raye, June 18
Austin, TX – Join the Texas Center for the Book (TCFB) on Wednesday, June 18 at 10 a.m. CDT for a free virtual book event! Kimberly Ridley and Rebekah Raye, the author and illustrator of the 2025 Texas Great Read […]
Hurricane Season Starts Now—Be Prepared, Harris County!
HCPH urges community members to prepare, June 1-November 30 HOUSTON – With the start of the 2025 hurricane season, Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is encouraging all community members to take proactive steps to prepare for severe weather and potential public […]
No Smoke, Just Strength—Be Tobacco-Free Harris County May 31 is World No Tobacco Day
HOUSTON – Today is World No Tobacco Day, and Harris County Public Health (HCPH) is raising awareness about the dangers of tobacco use and the ongoing impact of deceptive marketing tactics aimed at youth. This year’s focus, “You Don’t Want the Smoke,” targets young people by […]
HHSC Reminds Regulated Providers to Update Emergency Preparedness Plans for Hurricane Season
AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is urging health care facilities, child care operators and other providers to update their safety procedures and emergency response plans as the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1. The National […]
Elementary Students Who Earned ‘A’ Grades Are Free, June 4, at Typhoon Texas
HOUSTON, TX (May 30, 2025) – Attention stellar elementary students! Your outstanding grades from the past school year will earn you free admission – and discounted admission for your friends – to Typhoon Texas Waterpark! On Wednesday, June 4, elementary […]
