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New screwworm drug gets conditional approval from FDA

Julie Tomascik, Editor | Texas Farm Bureau

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted conditional approval for a drug meant to prevent New World screwworm infestations.

Dr. Lance Wheeler

Pet Talk: What To Know About Aspiration Pneumonia In Pets

Texas A&m University System Staff

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Pneumonia is a common respiratory condition that can affect both dogs and cats — as such, it’s important for pet owners to know the signs that their furry friend may have developed an infection.

Rep. Pfluger Serving YOU at McDonald's in Midland

ICYMI: Rep. Pfluger Serving YOU at McDonald's in Midland

U.s. Congressman August Pfluger

Monday, October 6, 2025

WASHINGTON, DC — In Case You Missed It (ICYMI): On Friday, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) tied up an apron and worked alongside employees during the breakfast rush at a McDonald's in Midland. In Texas alone, McDonald's employs over 65,000 individuals across 1,220 restaurant locations.

TPWD Announces Habitat and Angler Access Program Projects for 2026-27

The Texas Parks And Wildlife Department

Monday, October 6, 2025

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has chosen 11 new projects to be supported by the Habitat and Angler Access Program (HAAP) during its 2026-27 funding cycle.

Dr. Ali Mostafavi, professor of civil and environmental engineering in the Texas A&M University College of Engineering. Credit: Texas A&M University College of Engineering

How AI tools are transforming disaster response, preparedness

Texas A&m University System Staff

Thursday, October 2, 2025

Dr. Ali Mostafavi sees Texas as ground zero for natural disasters. The state regularly sees hurricanes, flash floods, wildfires and tornadoes — hazards during which a matter of minutes can mean the difference between safety and catastrophe.

Congressman August Pfluger

HS Students - apply for Congressional Youth Advisory Council

Congressman August Pfluger

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

On September 25th, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) announced the re-launch of the Congressional Youth Advisory Council (CYAC) for high school juniors and seniors in the 11th Congressional District of Texas.

Texas Insurance Tips

Texas Department Of Insurance

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

If you plan to light an outdoor fire, check first with your city and county about burn bans and local fire rules. Check the Texas burn ban map to see county burn ban information maintained by the Texas A&M Forest Service.

Quemar al aire libre: Lo que debe de saber antes de encender el fósforo

Submitted By Texas Department Of Insurance

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Si piensa encender un fuego al aire libre, verifique primero con su ciudad y condado sobre las prohibiciones de quema y las normas locales sobre incendios.

HCCW October Meeting

Betsy Refferty

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

The October meeting of the Hill Country CattleWomen (HCCW) will be held at Spinellis in Comfort on October 21. Social time will be at 10 a.m. with the business meeting at 10:30 a.m.Our guest speaker is Christie Wiley from the Hill Country Fire Coalition of Texas.

DPS suspends issuance of certain Commercial Driver Licenses

Texas Department Of Public Safety

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

As of September 29th, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has suspended the issuance of certain commercial driver licenses (CDLs) in compliance with an emergency rule change by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

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