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Texas Regulators Clear Nuclear Waste Startup To Drill Near Cameron
A Texas regulator has given a nuclear waste startup the green light to start digging. The Texas Railroad Commission has issued Deep Isolation Nuclear a drilling permit for its full-scale, non-radioactive Commercialization Pilot near Cameron, Texas, clearing the way for construction and field activities on a project meant to test whether the country's growing stockpile of spent nuclear fuel could one day be buried thousands of feet underground for good.
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There’s A Six-Story Statue Of Sam Houston In Texas – And It’s Free To Visit
Right off Interstate 45 in Huntsville, Texas, there’s a six-story statue of one of the most consequential Americans who ever lived, and the admission price is exactly nothing. The Sam Houston Statue is the tallest statue of an American hero in the world, and the fact that most people...
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Birth rates are collapsing across Houston—but one county is seeing the biggest drop
Plunging rates threaten the future of Houston schools, the report says.
FOX 44 News
Gause ISD kindergarten student brings handgun to school
GAUSE, Texas (FOX 44) – A Gause Independent School District kindergarten student brought a handgun to school this morning. Superintendent Teresa Russell released a statement to parents and guardians on Friday, saying a “serious incident” occurred on campus. School administration became aware that a kindergarten student brought a handgun to school. Staff immediately took control […]
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Katy-Area Road Closure: Katy-area roadway
KATY, Texas — The Texas Department of Transportation is reporting an active road condition affecting a Katy-area roadway. Detour listed: No official detour was included in the feed. What TxDOT is reporting. – Detour to the frontage road – Main lanes closed. All southbound traffic will be required to...
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First grader brings pocket knife to Navasota elementary school, threatens classmate
NAVASOTA, Texas (KBTX) - Navasota ISD officials notified families after a first grade student brought a mini keychain knife to school and threatened a classmate Thursday at John C. Webb Elementary School. In a letter to parents, Superintendent Dr. Stu Musick said the district followed standard campus safety and disciplinary...
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Texas A&M begins sesquicentennial celebration with opening ceremony
Weather might have moved the opening ceremony for Texas A&M’s sesquicentennial into Rudder Auditorium on Friday, but the change of venue did not change the joy and excitement in the air as the university officially started its 150th anniversary celebration. Students, faculty, staff, university leaders and local dignitaries filled...
The Mary Sue
Texas parents allege their 5-year-old was inappropriately touched at school. Then catch principal laughing about ‘crazy’ parents on voicemail
Parents of a five-year-old alleged that their daughter was being inappropriately touched by a fellow student at school. But when they reported the incident to school authorities, the principal supposedly just laughed at the parents’ concerns. Now, the parents said they have lost trust in the school district leadership. Parents Molly and Pablo Rucker made […]
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Brenham mayor Kenjura outlines infrastructure investment and balanced growth at State of the Community Address
BRENHAM — Brenham Mayor Atwood Kenjura detailed key municipal developments, infrastructural investments, and economic growth during his portion of the State of the Community address hosted by the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. Highlighting the city’s administrative backbone, Kenjura commended municipal staff and city employees, noting, "The City of...
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Historic Chappell Hill Scarecrow Festival reimagined with new music lineup
CHAPPELL HILL, Texas (KBTX) - A Washington County fall tradition returns Oct. 10–11 with a fresh rhythm as the historic Scarecrow Festival transforms into the Scarecrow Music Festival. After nearly 50 years, the beloved autumn event faced cancellation before Texas A&M alumnus Jonathan Lusk and his local company, Bird...
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P.S. — Law Firms, Corporate Counsel Link Arms to Help Families Plan Ahead, A&M Law Professor Wins Back-to-Back Honors
In this edition of P.S., we report on law firms and corporate counsel who recently teamed up to staff clinics helping families in Houston and San Antonio prepare essential legal documents. And we spotlight Texas A&M Law Professor Luz Herrera, who received two prestigious honors recognizing her contributions to the...
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‘Here for Good’: Texas A&M through time
In the 1800s, a wide Texas prairie ran untamed with wolves, cougars and other wildlife. It was in these same grassy plains where Texas A&M had its humble beginnings as the state’s first higher education institution under the Morrill Act. Today, on the 150th anniversary, remnants of the university’s history and values still stand tall, here for good, for generations to come.
FOX 44 News
Bryan city hall closed due to plumbing problem
Bryan, Tx (FOX44) – Bryan city hall has been closed for the remainder of the day Wednesday because of a plumbing issue. Repair work was underway late Wednesday morning to correct the problem. A city spokesman said essential city operations were unaffected and all other city buildings remained open. Residents in need of birth certificates […]
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Mainer named new Brenham City Manager at city council meeting
BRENHAM — The City of Brenham officially named Megan Mainer as its new city manager during a Brenham City Council meeting on Thursday. Mainer, who served as interim city manager following the retirement of former city manager Carolyn Miller, will now lead the city on a permanent basis. Mainer...
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A&M Consolidated High School closing early due to water pressure issues
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - A&M Consolidated High School is closing early Wednesday, Sept. 30, due to water pressure issues, according to district officials. The city of College Station is actively working to make the necessary repairs, which requires the school to close early. This does not impact Wednesday’s pep...