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CPSC recalls – July 16

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. Target Recalls Cat & Jack Children’s Sandals Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking Hazard More Details at

Posada named new city administrator in Wilmer

WILMER – Frank Posada has been named as Wilmer’s new city administrator. Posada’s official effective date was July 6, and he was appointed to the position on June 18. With a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Dallas Posada’s career has been built over the

Foster Grandparent Program recruiting mentors, offering stipends

AUSTIN – The Foster Grandparent Program is recruiting volunteers to mentor children while earning extra income. As part of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, the Foster Grandparent Program provides an opportunity for people 55 and older with limited incomes to mentor children who have exceptional needs or are in

Texas' 2028-29 budget priorities announced

Texas' 2028-29 budget priorities announced

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, and Speaker Dustin Burrows today announced joint policy guidance directing state agencies and institutions of higher education on the preparation of Legislative Appropriations Requests (LARs) for the 2028–29 biennium. The leaders called on the 90th Texas Legislature to build on recent

CPSC recalls - July 9

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. Greenworks Tools Recalls 24V and 48V Kobalt Yard Power Tools with USB-C Batteries Due to Risk of Serious Injury from

CPSC recalls - July 3

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. Winco Fireworks International Recalls Unity 7 Shot 200 Gram Aerial Cake Fireworks Due to Risk of Serious Injury from Explosion and

State Fair of Texas mascot, Big Tex, greets a crowd of visitors.

Deadlines near for State Fair of Texas Creative Arts contests

DALLAS – With less than one 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