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Massive Semiconductor Plant Planned by SpaceX to Create Thousands of Jobs
SpaceX is set to develop a $16.8 billion semiconductor facility in Grimes County.
Jubal PenningtonAugust 10, 20261 min read
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Texas THC Restrictions Remain in Effect Following Judge's Ruling
A federal judge has upheld Texas' ban on most hemp-derived THC products amid ongoing litigation.
Jubal PenningtonAugust 11, 20261 min read
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Texas Senate Candidates Present Competing Affordability Plans Ahead of Election
Ken Paxton and James Talarico have unveiled their plans to address affordability issues.
Hollis TrappAugust 9, 20262 min read
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Texas Governor's Data Center Approval Pause Sparks Industry Debate
Governor Abbott's recent pause on data center approvals has drawn criticism from Trump.
Jubal PenningtonAugust 8, 20261 min read
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Texas Governor Halts New Data Center Connections Amid Capacity Concerns
Governor Greg Abbott has ordered a pause on new data center projects connecting to the Texas grid.
Jubal PenningtonAugust 5, 20261 min read
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Kay Granger, Trailblazing Fort Worth Mayor and Congresswoman, Passes Away at 83
Kay Granger, the first female mayor of Fort Worth and a long-serving congresswoman, has died.
Hollis TrappAugust 3, 20261 min read
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SmartAsset Study Places Plano as the Second Safest Large City in the U.S.
A recent SmartAsset study ranks Plano as the second safest large city in America.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 31, 20262 min read
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Khaled Abdelghany's Study Shows Driverless Cars Could Reduce Traffic in Texas
A study by Khaled Abdelghany indicates that autonomous vehicles could cut traffic delays in Texas by 33%.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 30, 20263 min read
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Abbott Reappoints All Ten Texas Business Court Judges to New Two-Year Terms
Governor Greg Abbott reappointed all ten judges of the Texas Business Court to new two-year terms beginning September 1, keeping the specialized commercial court's full inaugural bench in place.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 29, 20261 min read
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Texas Awards $5.8 Million in Grants to Train Emergency and Trauma Care Doctors and Nurses
Twenty-four grants to graduate medical and nursing schools will expand emergency and trauma care training partnerships between hospitals and medical programs across Texas.
Marlene OrtizJuly 29, 20261 min read
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Texas Agencies Implement New Rules for Data Center Power Costs
The Public Utility Commission of Texas and ERCOT are adopting measures requiring data centers to cover transmission costs and contribute to residential bill relief following Governor Abbott's directive.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 28, 20262 min read
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Texas Secures Injunction Against Discord Over Child Safety Measures
The Texas Attorney General has obtained a temporary injunction requiring Discord to implement age-verification and safety protocols for users in the state.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 28, 20262 min read
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Diode Withdraws Texas Data Center Plan Following Governor’s New Standards
Governor Greg Abbott announced that Diode will not proceed with a proposed data center near Cedar Creek Lake, citing failure to meet new state directives.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 28, 20262 min read
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Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Reviews Implementation of SB 37 | Van Alstyne
Texas university leaders reported to lawmakers on the implementation of SB 37.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 28, 20262 min read
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Texas Division of Emergency Management Launches Flood and Grid Security Initiatives | Van Alstyne
New Texas laws will allocate $300 million for flood preparedness and establish a Grid Security Commission.
Marlene OrtizJuly 28, 20262 min read
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'King of the Hill' Season 15 Debuts with Richardson as Arlen's Inspiration
The new season of 'King of the Hill' features Richardson as the model for Arlen.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 27, 20261 min read
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Texas Regulators Move to Shield Home Electric Bills From Data Center Growth
Texas utility regulators and ERCOT outlined steps meant to keep households from paying for the power infrastructure that new data centers require, responding to a directive from Governor Abbott.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 26, 20262 min read
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Texas Regulators Move to Keep Data Center Growth From Raising Home Electric Bills
State utility regulators and the ERCOT grid operator have outlined steps to make data centers pay for the infrastructure they require, part of an effort officials say is aimed at keeping residential electric bills affordable.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 25, 20261 min read
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Texas Officials Warn of Charity Scams After Flooding: How to Give Safely
The Texas Attorney General's office has issued a consumer alert on charity scams after the state's flooding, with tips on how to donate safely and avoid fraud.
Marlene OrtizJuly 24, 20261 min read
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Texas Tax-Free Weekend Is August 7-9: What Qualifies for Back-to-School Shopping
Texas' back-to-school sales tax holiday runs August 7-9, 2026. Clothing, shoes, backpacks and school supplies under $100 are exempt from state and local sales tax.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 24, 20261 min read
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Texas Awards Over $114 Million in Housing Tax Credits for Affordable Rentals
Texas awarded more than $114 million in housing tax credits to finance 70 affordable rental developments, expected to support over 4,400 units statewide.
Jubal PenningtonJuly 24, 20261 min read
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