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Governor’s volunteer awards honor Texans making an impact through service
By Houston Daily | Mar 26, 2025
First Lady Cecilia Abbott has announced the recipients of the 41st Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards, in partnership with OneStar Foundation.
Texas allocates $239M for rural mental health facility expansions
By Houston Daily | Mar 26, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is distributing $239 million in construction grants aimed at expanding inpatient mental health care access in rural Texas.
Sweetwater receives film friendly designation from Governor Abbott
By Houston Daily | Mar 26, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that Sweetwater has achieved the status of a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community.
Governor Abbott appoints Brandy Robinson as Austin County Criminal District Attorney
By Houston Daily | Mar 26, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the appointment of Brandy Robinson as the new Austin County Criminal District Attorney.
May 21 declared Sneaker Day on Capitol Hill by Congressman Hunt and Sneaker Caucus
By Houston Daily | Mar 26, 2025
Congressman Wesley Hunt has announced that he will serve as a Co-Chair of the Congressional Sneaker Caucus for the 119th Congress.
Luttrell's bill on Syrian terror threats advances in subcommittee
By Houston Daily | Mar 25, 2025
Congressman Morgan Luttrell, a Republican from Texas, has introduced the Syria Terrorism Threat Assessment Act.
Governor Abbott announces FEMA aid for Rest Area and Crabapple wildfires
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved Fire Management Assistance Grants for two significant wildfires in Texas.
Texas plans to close jail booking facility due to decreased illegal immigration
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the closure of the Operation Lone Star jail booking facility in Jim Hogg County.
Texas leads US in job creation with record-breaking figures
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Texas has emerged as a leader in job creation, according to the latest employment data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Governor Abbott seeks SBA disaster declaration for North Texas after severe weather
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has requested a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for North Texas communities affected by severe weather earlier this month.
Governor Abbott appoints three to OneStar Foundation
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the reappointment of Kathy Kabell and Rev.
Freeport earns recognition as tourism friendly community by Travel Texas
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has congratulated the City of Freeport for being designated as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas.
Governor Abbott appoints five members to OneStar National Service Commission
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the appointment of Grace Yocum to the OneStar National Service Commission, with her term set to conclude on March 15, 2026.
Governor Abbott reappoints Jon Keeney to board overseeing Harris County ports
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the reappointment of Jon Keeney to the Board of Pilot Commissioners for Harris County Ports.
Abbott promotes school choice at special education academy in Plano
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Abbott visited St. Timothy Christian Academy in Plano, where he engaged with students with special needs, their parents, and educators.
Governor Abbott celebrates Texas economic achievements at Dallas luncheon
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott highlighted Texas' economic achievements at a Nasdaq luncheon in Dallas, celebrating the state's growth and opportunities.
Governor Abbott seeks SBA aid following Welder Fire impact
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has sought a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for South Texas communities affected by the Welder Fire earlier this month.
Governor Abbott announces virtual film-friendly workshop for community leaders
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott, in collaboration with the Texas Film Commission, has announced a virtual workshop aimed at communities across Texas.
Nominations open for 2025 Texas Women’s Hall Of Fame
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that nominations are now open for the 2025 Texas Women’s Hall of Fame.
Governor Abbott secures federal assistance for Double S fire response
By Houston Daily | Mar 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant for the Double S Fire in Hutchinson County.