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Ellis County Veterans Treatment Court awarded $200,000 grant

The Ellis County Veterans Treatment Court was announced Tuesday as the recipient of a $200,000 grant. The specialized court is offered through the 378th Judicial District Court, Judge William Wallace presiding. The Ellis County grant was part of more than $7.7 million in grant funding distributed by the

CPSC recalls - Aug. 7

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. Louisville Ladder Recalls Over One Million Attic Stairway Ladders Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Fall Hazard More

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Tax-Free Weekend starts tomorrow, Aug. 7

It’s Tax-Free Weekend again! This year, the annual event runs from Friday, Aug, 7, through midnight Sunday, Aug. 9. Throughout the weekend, families can purchase qualifying back-to-school items tax-free at retailers across the state. For more information about qualifying items visit the state comptroller’s

Updated Aug. 14: Data centers agreeing to meet Texas standards and guidelines

Updated Aug. 14: Data centers agreeing to meet Texas standards and guidelines

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott on Aug. 6 announced that QTS Data Centers has committed to comply with the standards and guidelines he established and participate in the State’s comprehensive audit. • Diode announced that it failed to meet the Governor’s standards and will not pursue a proposed data center

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State Fair of Texas announces 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards finalists

DALLAS – Get your taste buds ready, Texas’ most creative Fair foods are vying for the ultimate bragging rights! The State Fair of Texas is proud to present the finalists for the 22nd Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards presented by Karbach Brewing Company. Winners will be crowned on Tuesday, August 18,

Consumer safety alert: CPSC warns consumers about fake and counterfeit squishy toys

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers about fake and counterfeit squishy toys that may pose serious risks to children. CPSC is also reiterating its warning about serious burn hazards associated with a viral social media trend encouraging children and teens to microwave

Governor announces $114 million in housing tax credits

Governor announces $114 million in housing tax credits

AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott recently announced over $114 million in housing tax credits that will help finance the development or rehabilitation of 70 rental properties, offering reduced rents and increased housing options for Texans across the state. These awards, administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA)