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Madisonville named Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Governor Abbott
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
The City of Madisonville has been designated as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas after completing the required certification process.
Abbott announces over $7.7 million in new grants for South-Central Texas veteran groups
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that more than $7.7 million in Funds for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants have been awarded to 28 organizations serving the San Antonio and South-Central Texas region.
Governor Abbott signs bills aimed at strengthening rural healthcare services
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott spoke at the Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals (TORCH) fall conference in Austin, where he ceremonially signed House Bill 18 and House Bill 3000 into law.
Governor Abbott activates emergency response ahead of heavy rain threat
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of a forecasted period of heavy rain that could cause flash flooding across the state this weekend.
Governor Abbott meets U.S. Education Secretary to review Texas education reforms
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Texas Governor Greg Abbott met with U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon to discuss recent legislative actions impacting education in the state.
Governor Abbott seeks SBA aid after Houston apartment fire
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has requested a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) following a fire at an apartment complex in Houston’s Spring Branch neighborhood last month. “Texas stands with those affected by the...
Texas extends disaster unemployment application deadline for flood victims
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has received federal approval to extend the deadline for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) applications.
Governor Abbott honors officers at annual CLEAT convention with Officer of the Year awards
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott presented the Texas Officer of the Year Awards at the Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas (CLEAT) annual convention, recognizing law enforcement officers for their service in keeping Texas communities safe.
Texas announces inaugural Women’s Leadership Conference for February 2026
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott have announced the first Texas Women’s Leadership Conference, set for February 4-5, 2026 at the AT&T Center in Austin.
Governor Abbott honors first responders at annual Star Of Texas Awards
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott presented awards to peace officers, firefighters, and first responders at the 2025 Star Of Texas Awards ceremony in Austin.
Governor Abbott announces Lex Frieden Employment Award winners for supporting workers with disabilities
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the recipients of the 2025 Lex Frieden Employment Awards, recognizing Texas employers and individuals for their efforts in hiring and supporting people with disabilities.
Governor Abbott orders state agencies to restrict youth access to hemp-derived products
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has issued an executive order instructing several Texas state agencies to take immediate steps to protect children from hemp-derived products.
Governor Abbott seeks SBA disaster aid after July 4th flooding impacts several Texas counties
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has formally requested a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for several Texas counties affected by severe flooding over the July 4th weekend.
Governor Abbott issues statement on death of Charlie Kirk
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has issued a statement after the assassination and death of Charlie Kirk. “Cecilia and I are heartbroken by the assassination and passing of Charlie Kirk,” said Governor Abbott. “Charlie’s voice was a beacon for millions of...
Abbott appoints three members to Texas Board of Respiratory Care
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Matthew Goldwater and reappointed Samuel Brown and Dr. Hammad Qureshi to the Texas Board of Respiratory Care, with their terms set to expire on February 1, 2031.
Governor Abbott activates emergency resources ahead of severe weather threat in West Texas
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources in anticipation of severe storms expected to affect West Texas over the coming weekend.
Governor Abbott signs bill banning Sharia-based housing developments in Texas
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 4211 into law, targeting residential property developments such as EPIC City that were alleged to be creating Sharia compounds and engaging in discriminatory practices against Texans.
Governor Abbott offers $20,000 reward in Harris County fatal stabbing case
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office is offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of those responsible for the fatal stabbing of Austin Kanuch...
Temple receives designation as Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
The City of Temple has been recognized as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas, following the completion of a multi-step certification process.
Abbott announces $7.9 million in grants for Gulf Coast veteran groups
By Houston Daily | Sep 18, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that more than $7.9 million in Funds for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants have been awarded to 38 organizations serving veterans and their families in the Southeast Texas Gulf Coast and Houston area.