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Texas looks to make property insurance more affordable

AUSTIN – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Department of Insurance to take several actions that put consumers first and make property and casualty insurance more affordable for Texans who invest in their homes. “The average annual homeowners’ insurance premium in Texas has risen 79% in six years,” Abbott

CPSC recalls - Aug. 21

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. Goal Zero Recalls YETI 3000X Power Stations Due to Serious Risk of Injury from Fire and Burn Hazards More Details at

Update: Ozone Action Day - Friday, Aug. 21, and Sunday, Aug. 23

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone Action Day for the Dallas-Fort Worth area for Friday, August 21, and Sunday, Aug. 23. What is an Ozone Action Day? Ozone Action Days are issued when atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for producing high levels

Ellis County seeking answers as external audit finds unexplained past budgeting anomalies

A concerning audit report about Ellis County government’s budgeting process and procedures was brought to the public’s attention during the Tuesday, Aug. 19, meeting of the commissioners’ court. The audit was conducted by the county’s existing external audit firm, Pattillo, Brown, and Hill LLP. County Judge John

Updated Aug. 17: Data centers agreeing to meet governor's standards and guidelines

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott continues to announce data centers that have agreed to comply with the standards and guidelines he established earlier this summer. Starting early in August, the announcements of those that have agreed to comply have included: • Aug. 6 – QTS Data Centers, Diode, Amazon, Google, and Chevron • Aug.

Abbott sets special election for Texas Senate District 22, which includes part of Ellis County

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott has issued a proclamation announcing Tuesday, November 3, 2026, as the special election date for the Texas Senate District 22 seat recently vacated by Senator Brian Birdwell. Candidates who wish to have their names placed on the special election ballot must file their applications with the

State Fair of Texas announces lower admission, parking

DALLAS — August 17, 2026 — The State Fair of Texas is making it easier for families and fairgoers to experience the State Fair in 2026 with lower admission and parking prices, new $10 admission for children every day, and expanded opportunities to make the most of a State Fair visit. Following