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Scowcroft Institute Report Examines COVID-19 Brain Effects And Origins

Thursday, July 24, 2025

The Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs at Texas A&M University has released the second and final installment of a major report completed by Dr. Robert Kadlec in 2024.

Findings differed from those of previous studies in the areas of age, race and political affiliation. Credit: Jim Vondruska/Getty Images

Study Uncovers Predictors Of Individuals’ Preparedness For Natural Disasters And Trust In Disaster Assistance

Texas A&m University System Staff

Thursday, July 24, 2025

Key finding: Adults 55 years and older have more trust in evacuation orders issued by the government than younger adults.

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The Future Of Construction On Earth Is Extraterrestrial

Texas A&m University System Staff

Thursday, July 24, 2025

NASA Artemis missions are working toward a near future where humans are an interplanetary species — lunar bases are planned by 2030 and a round trip to Mars in 2039.

HPU hosts Jumpstart pilot program for incoming students.

HPU launches Jumpstart pilot program for first-year students

Howard Payne University

Thursday, July 24, 2025

HPU recently held Jumpstart, a new summer bridge program designed to introduce students to college and the resources that are available to them before the start of their first semester. Jumpstart was created as a part of the Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions grant from the U.S.

San Saba man sentenced to 40 years for possession of methamphetamine

Llano County District Attorney’s Office

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Donald Riggs, 43, of San Saba, Texas, was sentenced to 40 years in prison after a plea of guilty in the 33rd Judicial District Court of Llano County, Texas, Judge Allan Garrett presiding, for the offense of Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine.

Frank Volleman

Central Texas Farm Credit 2025 Stockholder Election Results

Central Texas Farm Credit

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Central Texas Farm Credit (CTFC) stockholders have elected Frank Volleman of Gustine to the rural lending cooperative’s board of directors. As a member of the seven-person board, he will represent the interests of fellow stockholders.Volleman is a dairy farmer in Comanche County.

Texas Drawn Hunt Program opens applications for 2025 – 26 Season

Texas Parks And Wildlife Department

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Hunters now have new opportunities and scenery to experience this fall through Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) drawn hunt permits program.Through this program, hunters are issued permits for drawn hunts on both public and private lands throughout Texas.

The Knights of The Golden Circle - The American Legion

Submitted By Scv Camp 2353 - Lampasas

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Part 6 of 7 The Fifth ColumnIn the grim winter of 18621863, Lincoln was heard to say, “The enemy behind us is more dangerous to the country than the enemy before us.

Thank you for your service!

Veterans over 55: Resources to empower your next chapter

Texas Veterans Commission

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

The Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) is committed to ensuring veterans and their families have access to the benefits and services available to them for each chapter of their life. That’s why TVC has compiled resources for veterans ages 55 and older in one place.

The way a veterinarian may treat a snake bite is highly dependent on the type of snake and the amount of venom it injects into a pet. Credit: Getty Images

Pet Talk

Texas A&m University System Staff

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Snakes are common in nearly all outdoor environments and typically would much rather be left alone than defend themselves against humans or animals. When they do feel the need to strike, our curious animal companions are often the ones at risk — especially if the snake is venomous. Dr.

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