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Governor Abbott proclaims 2025 Small Business Week in Texas

Governor Abbott proclaims 2025 Small Business Week in Texas

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has issued a proclamation officially designating May 4‒10, 2025, as Small Business Week in Texas in recognition of the significant impact small businesses have on job creation and the thriving Texas economy. “Small businesses are the very backbone of the strong Texas economy,” said Governor

Scarborough Renaissance Festival to celebrate chivalry May 10-11

Dallas/Fort Worth, TX. (May 5, 2025): Scarborough Renaissance Festival® (Scarborough Faire®) is celebrating Chivalry May 10 and 11 and invites everyone to come revel in the chivalry and romance of the Renaissance this weekend! Plus, there’s a special Kids Free Day on Mother’s Day. Visitors can join

Governor Abbott recognizes 2025 Travel and Tourism Week

Governor Abbott recognizes 2025 Travel and Tourism Week

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has proclaimed May 4‒10, 2025 as Travel and Tourism Week in Texas and recognized the Texas travel and tourism industry as a critical economic driver and job creator across every region of the state. “Texas is a top travel destination for visitors from across the

Ferris operates use-based infrastructure that doesn’t burden the taxpayer

Ferris, Texas — May 5, 2025 – As measles cases rise across the state and cities work to coordinate their responses and public messaging, Ferris residents are getting answers in under a minute without leaving their homes, disrupting their workday, or waiting in emergency rooms. They aren’t panicking. They’re prepared.

Texas wins 2025 Prosperity Cup for new business investments

Texas wins 2025 Prosperity Cup for new business investments

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas winning the 2025 Prosperity Cup awarded by Site Selection magazine to the top-performing state for attracting new business investments. “Texas is No. 1 in the nation for attracting new business investments because we offer businesses the freedom to succeed,” said Governor Abbott. “For

Abbott announces Film Friendly Texas designation for Lancaster

Abbott announces Film Friendly Texas designation for Lancaster

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the City of Lancaster, having completed the multi-step training and certification process, has been designated as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Film Commission. “Congratulations to Lancaster on earning the Film Friendly Texas designation and joining more than 175 other

Scarborough Renaissance Festival performers in action.

Come live the fantasy at Scarborough on May 3-4

May the “4th” be with you and come Live the Fantasy and celebrate Spring at Scarborough Renaissance Festival® (Scarborough Faire®) this weekend – May 3 & 4, 2025. Cosplay fans, Cottagecore, DC, Marvel, Anime, Steampunk, and fantasy enthusiasts of all kinds; this weekend is just for you with fantasy costumes being