Attorney General Ken Paxton Files Appeal to Prevent Unlawful State Fair of Texas Firearms Ban From Taking Effect
As it stands today, you will not be allowed to bring a firearm into the State Fair of Texas. This is subject to change, although experts agree that Paxton’s appeal has only a small chance of overturning the recent decision to ban firearms. September 24, 2024 – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed an appeal with the 15th Court of Appeals, asking the court to prevent the City of Dallas and the State Fair of Texas from...
Whitewright Middle School Receives National Recognition
September 24, 2024 – A nearby school district has received a prestigious recognition this year. Whitewright Middle School is about an hours away from Sulphur Springs. Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated 31 Texas schools that have been recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2024. This recognition by the U.S. Department of Education highlights schools that excel in academic performance or make significant strides in...
“The Texas Chain Saw Massacre” Coming to State Museum
September 23, 2024 – Austin, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Film Commission in conjunction with the Bob Bullock State History Museum today announced the revival of the Texas Focus Film Series, which spotlights films made by, for, and about Texans. The 2024 Texas film series will kick off October 18 with a special 50th anniversary screening of “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre,” filmed in Texas and released in 1974....
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Biden Administration Over Attempt to Undermine Texas Oil and Gas Industries by Weaponizing Environmental Law
September 23, 2024 – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the U.S. Department of the Interior, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Biden Administration officials for unlawfully classifying the dunes sagebrush lizard as an endangered species in violation of the Endangered Species Act (“ESA”). The Wildlife Service failed to rely on the best scientific and commercial data available when making its designation as required by...
North Texas Food Bank and State Fair of Texas Announce “Feed the Need” Food Drive with Special Discounts
Fairgoers can receive discounts on opening day and each Wednesday of the Fair while giving back to the community. DALLAS, TX, September 23, 2024 –As the State Fair of Texas prepares to open its gates on Friday, September 27, it is teaming up once again with the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) for the annual “Feed the Need” food drive, presented by Kroger. This collaboration aims to support those facing...
TPWD Announces Launch of New Updated Paddling Trail Website
September 23, 2024 – AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will launch a newly updated paddling trails website Sept. 22 in celebration of World Rivers Day. The revamped website is designed to give paddlers in-depth information and innovative tools to make the most of their adventures on the water. “Whether you’re looking for a tranquil afternoon getaway or an exciting paddling challenge, this resource is your...
A Message of Inspiration From the Author of Living Loved, September 22, 2024
Hey friends, Do you know that the Father never leaves us or forsakes us. Never. He is always with us. Even when we feel incredibly alone. Even when our hearts are so tired. Even when it feels like everyone has walked out of our lives. Yes, even when we are surrounded by people and still feel so alone. Loneliness is a tool of satan. He likes to make us feel alone, isolated, dejected, invisible and tired. But the Father is...
Staying in the Loop on Roundabouts
Sept. 19, 2024 – AUSTIN — TxDOT is introducing a new process to help select roundabouts and other innovations to improve safety at intersections — where one-third of Texas’ fatal and injury crashes take place. Roundabouts can reduce fatal crashes at intersections by up to 90%. During National Roundabouts Week Sept. 16 – 20, TxDOT is highlighting their safety benefits as the agency works to implement them where appropriate...
Child and Adult CARE Food Program Extends Access
Program sponsors serve nutritious meals and snacks for childcare and adult day care participants AUSTIN- Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller encouraged Texans to explore the benefits of accessing nutritious meals in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) administers this federally funded program operating at approximately 13,000 sites in Texas, including adult day...
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Harris County to Stop New Unlawful “Guaranteed Income” Scheme
Paxton Says It Violates Texas Supreme Court’s Previous Ruling September 20, 2024 – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the Harris County Commissioners Court for attempting to restart its unlawful “guaranteed income” program despite being ordered to halt all similar cash disbursements in a virtually identical case. In April, Attorney General Paxton sued Harris County to stop an unlawful “guaranteed income” welfare scheme...
