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CPSC recalls - July 30

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov. OCOOPA Direct Recalls 1.5 Million Rechargeable Hand Warmers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fire and Burn Hazards; One

CPSC recalls - July 24

1. Recalls WASHINGTON, D.C. – The CPSC announces today the following recalls are posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov. EnHomee 9-Drawer Fabric Dressers Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards; Violates

Ozone Action Day: July 22

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone Action Day for the Dallas-Fort Worth area for Wednesday, July 22, 2026. What is an Ozone Action Day? Ozone Action Days are issued when atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for producing high levels of ozone air

Howden appointed as Texas secretary of state

Howden appointed as Texas secretary of state

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott appointed Robert S. Howden as the 116th secretary of state of Texas, effective July 18, 2026. “Robert Howden has served Texas with distinction in four Republican governors’ administrations,” said Governor Abbott. “I have full confidence he will excel as Secretary of State. His experience in the

Ribbon cutting for All Star Texas.

Ribbon cutting: All Star Texas

The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for All Star Texas, a family-owned and operated commercial upholstery, embroidery, and print shop that has served businesses, athletic programs, and organizations across the nation for more than 20 years. It’s located at 341 County Road 109 in

Big Tex at the State Fair of Texas.

July 27 deadline nears for 2026 State Fair of Texas Creative Arts contests

DALLAS – With less than a month remaining, the State Fair of Texas is calling on all artists, crafters, and culinary creators to submit their work for the annual Creative Arts Contests. Whether you're an artist, crafter, or home cook with a passion for quilting, needlepoint, canning, photography, or

Texas Classroom Commission launched

Texas Classroom Commission launched

AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott recently launched the Texas Classroom Commission, a new teacher-led initiative that will put Texas educators at the center of shaping the future of public education, strengthening student achievement, and ensuring Texas becomes the No. 1 state for educating kids. Building on the historic investments in