AUSTIN – Last week, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) rescued a family of stranded hikers in Guadalupe Mountains National Park in Culberson County. On Aug. 20, around 4:15 p.m., Guadalupe Mountains National Park Rangers […]
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DPS Announces Leadership Changes Effective Sept. 1
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) publicly announced several changes to key leadership positions across the department during the Public Safety Commission Meeting on Thursday, Aug. 22. The changes are a result of personnel retiring after many […]
Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Austin and Harris Counties August 27
AUSTIN – Disaster Recovery Centers will open in Austin and Harris Counties Aug. 27 to provide one-on-one help to Texans affected by Hurricane Beryl. Center locations: Wallis Community Center 6810 Guyler Street Wallis, TX 77485 San Jacinto College – Generation Park […]
Damaged Wells and Septic Systems
Texans who lost access to water through a private well or damaged septic system as a result of Hurricane Beryl may be eligible for FEMA assistance. What Assistance Is Available? For private wells and septic systems, FEMA may reimburse you […]
Strong Mourning and White-Winged Populations Forecast for Dove Season
AUSTIN — A rainy spring and early summer led to a good nesting season through most of the state and near record high populations of mourning and white-wing doves across large portions of Texas. Hunters could encounter significantly increased dove […]
Preliminary Flood Maps for Trinity County, Texas, Ready for Public View
DENTON, Texas – Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in all communities and incorporated areas of Trinity County, Texas. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local […]
H-E-B PARTNERS WITH UT AUSTIN’S THREE-TIME NCAA CHAMPION, MADISEN SKINNER, FOR FIRST NIL DEAL
H-E-B Serves Up Its First NIL Deal With UT Austin’s Volleyball Star AUSTIN, TEXAS (August 28, 2024) – H-E-B is taking the court and serving an ace with its groundbreaking new partnership with University of Texas at Austin volleyball sensation Madisen “Madi” […]
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar Releases Study on State’s Housing Affordability Challenge
(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today his agency’s Housing Affordability Challenge (PDF) report, which examines the factors contributing to the housing affordability crisis across the U.S., how the crisis is affecting Texans and how the state is faring in comparison to the rest […]
Freshwater Fish Stamp Celebrates 20th Anniversary
AUSTIN – Over the past 20 years, the Texas Freshwater Fish Stamp has been instrumental in advancing the management and conservation of freshwater fisheries resources in the state. Established by the 78th Texas Legislature in 2004, the stamp has generated […]
Headed Out To The Country For Dove Season? Keep An Eye Out For Abandoned Or Deteriorated Water Wells
AUSTIN – Texas hunters headed out for dove season are asked to watch for abandoned or deteriorated water wells, and to report any they find to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. There are thousands of abandoned or deteriorated water […]
