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E-Read Texas moving to Boundless Mobile app this fall

Texas State Library And Archives Commission

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

The Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) is pleased to announce that the E-Read Texas program will be moving to the Boundless app from Baker & Taylor later this year.

Fighting Hunger

Congress Could Cut Billions in Future SNAP Benefits in Texas

News Staff

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

On May 8, 2024, U.S. House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn “GT” Thompson released his Farm Bill proposal. The proposal would freeze the cost of the Thrifty Food Plan (TFP), the basis for SNAP benefits, outside of inflation adjustments. According to Rep.

USPS

US Senators submit letter to the USPS requesting cease to any further changes under the Delivering for America plan

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Tuesday, May 21, 2024

On May 8, 2024, U.S.

Rains sweep Texas as hurricane season approaches

State Capital Highlights By Gary Borders

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

While Texans in the Houston area and throughout East Texas continue to battle the effects of torrential rains — including storms last week that killed at least seven in the Houston area and left hundreds of thousands without power — the official start of hurricane season is just around the corner,...

Unpredictable Weather - Photo courtesy of OPEI

Outdoor Power Equipment Helps Weather A Storm or Power Outage

Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (opei)

Monday, May 20, 2024

Storms can strike at any time, so having the right outdoor power equipment on hand and keeping safety in mind is important, says the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). Home and business owners should think ahead, says OPEI, before foul weather or a power outage occurs.

Be Wise - Don't Drink and Drive

DPS Increases Memorial Day Traffic Enforcement

Texas Department Of Transportation

Monday, May 20, 2024

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is encouraging Texas motorists to heed driver safety tips and prepare for enhanced Memorial Day enforcement efforts, including the annual Click It or Ticket and Operation Crash Awareness Reduction Effort (CARE) campaigns, starting today, May 20, through...

Stay safe on the water

Make a Splash Safely During Water Safety Month

Texas Parks And Wildlife Department

Friday, May 17, 2024

As temperatures across the state start to heat up, many Texans will begin taking refuge in the water. May is National Water Safety Month and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) reminds boaters to follow some simple yet effective safety precautions to prevent accidents and save lives.

Public Utility Commission of Texas

Public Utility Commission of Texas Assesses Nearly $425,000 in Penalties for Electric and Water Rule Violations

News Staff

Friday, May 17, 2024

The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) assessed $424,500 in penalties, secured $66,912 in market refunds, and approved a $100,000 customer assistance donation related to violations of electric and water rules at its open meeting today.

Bullock Museum to offer free exhibit admission for active-duty military families all summer

News Staff

Thursday, May 16, 2024

The Bullock Texas State History Museum is proud to join museums nationwide in participating in Blue Star Museums, a program that provides free admission to the nation's active-duty military personnel and their families during the summer.

Snippets from “Steadfast Hope”

News Staff

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

We should take God's moral law seriously. God takes it seriously when we sin. We do pay a price when we disobey.Psalm 66:18 - If I had cherished iniquity in my heart, the Lord would not have listened.What do we forfeit when we sin?We forfeit joy. We forfeit peace. We forfeit the power of God.

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