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Governor Abbott encourages participation in statewide veteran hiring fair

Governor Greg Abbott has invited veterans, service members, and their spouses in Texas to participate in the 2025 Hiring Red, White & You! statewide hiring fair.


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De La Cruz urges DOT to reconsider flight cuts impacting McAllen-Mexico City route

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz of Texas' 15th district has sent a letter to U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, expressing concern over a recent Department of Transportation (DOT) order that will affect airline routes between the United...


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De La Cruz visits Rio Grande Valley Food Bank amid government shutdown

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz, who represents Texas’ 15th district in the U.S. Congress, visited the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley in Pharr, Texas on October 30, 2025.


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Governor Abbott proclaims October 13-17 as Chamber of Commerce Week in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has designated October 13-17, 2025, as Chamber of Commerce Week in Texas.


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Texas announces loan deal for new natural gas plant in Freestone County

Governor Greg Abbott has announced a new Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) loan agreement to support the construction of a 460 megawatt natural gas power plant in Fairfield, Texas.


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Governor Abbott appoints new chairperson and members to professional geoscientists board

Governor Greg Abbott has named Mark Varhaug as chair of the Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists.


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Salado receives designation as Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community

The Village of Salado has been named a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas, following the completion of a certification process.


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Governor Abbott schedules special election for Texas Senate District 4

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that a special election will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, to fill the Texas Senate District 4 seat.


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Governor Abbott sends DPS, National Guard to Austin before protest

Governor Greg Abbott has ordered the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Texas National Guard to deploy personnel and tactical resources in Austin.


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Governor Abbott honored with Champion for Choice Award after signing major school choice law

Governor Greg Abbott received the John T. Walton Champion for Choice Award from the American Federation for Children, acknowledging his role in establishing what is described as the largest initial school choice program in the United States.


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Governor Abbott appoints Brandon L. Simmons to higher education oversight role

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Brandon L. Simmons as the Director of Institutional Policy and Oversight, where he will lead the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Office of the Ombudsman.


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Texas sends emergency management teams to Alaska after severe flooding

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has sent emergency management resources to Alaska to support recovery efforts after recent flooding caused by a typhoon.


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Governor Abbott receives Atomic Texan Award at Texas Nuclear Summit

Governor Greg Abbott spoke at the 2025 Texas Nuclear Summit, emphasizing the state's role in advancing nuclear energy.


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Governor Abbott directs increased state wildfire response amid rising fire risk

Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to deploy more state resources to address ongoing wildfire threats across large areas of Texas.


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Governor Abbott launches cleanup operation targeting Austin homeless encampments

Governor Greg Abbott has launched an operation to address homelessness in Austin by removing encampments and relocating individuals living in these areas.


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Governor Abbott appoints four to Texas Municipal Retirement System Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed four new members to the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Board of Trustees.


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NRG Energy to invest $360 million in new Harris County natural gas facility

NRG Energy, Inc. will build a new natural gas facility at the existing TH Wharton Generating Station in Harris County, Texas.


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Wells Fargo opens major corporate campus in Irving with support from Governor Abbott

Governor Greg Abbott attended the grand opening of the Wells Fargo Las Colinas campus in Irving, Texas.


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Governor Abbott honors Live Oak County Sheriff Busby for 44 years of service

Governor Greg Abbott attended a ceremony with the Coastal Bend Peace Officers Association and Operation Lone Star Taskforce to recognize Live Oak County Sheriff Larry Busby for his 44 years of service.


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League City receives designation as Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community

The City of League City has been named a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas, following completion of a multi-step certification process.