Look, Don’t Touch — Leave Baby Wildlife Where You Find Them
April 29, 2026 – AUSTIN — Warmer weather across Texas means more time outdoors and more encounters with wildlife. Spring and early summer are also when many species give birth and raise their young, which can lead to confusion when animals appear to be alone. Each year, well-meaning Texans pick up young wildlife, especially fawns and baby birds, believing they have been abandoned. In most cases, that is not true. Removing these...
Florida Blocks Animal Imports From Six Texas Counties
April 29, 2026 – AUSTIN, Texas — Sid Miller is weighing in on new emergency animal import restrictions announced by Florida, calling the move “understandable” as concerns grow over the spread of the New World screwworm near the U.S.-Mexico border. Florida officials issued the rule on April 24, temporarily limiting the import of warm-blooded animals from six South Texas counties deemed “high risk” due to their proximity to recent...
Paxton Investigates Trucking Schools
April 29, 2026 – AUSTIN, Texas — Ken Paxton has launched a sweeping statewide investigation into several commercial trucking schools accused of certifying unqualified drivers, including individuals who may not meet English-language requirements mandated by federal law. The probe, announced by the Office of the Attorney General of Texas, targets five companies: EP Texas Trucking School, Trucker Certified LLC, Fast Track CDL LLC,...
Mona Giles
Mona Giles of Sulphur Springs, Texas passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 in the Chapel of West Oaks Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 until 2:00 PM the same day. Interment will follow in Rockdale Cemetery. With our condolences.
The “Big Beautiful Map” Stands Despite Challenges
Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a major legal victory after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of Texas’s congressional redistricting plan, clearing the way for its use in the 2026 midterm elections. The decision reverses a lower court ruling that had blocked the map, often referred to by state officials as the “Big Beautiful Map.” The “Big Beautiful Map” is a Texas Republican-led congressional redistricting plan...
Governor Abbott Honors Fallen Law Enforcement At Texas Peace Officers’ Memorial Ceremony
April 27, 2026 | Austin, Texas | Governor Greg Abbott last night delivered the keynote address at the Texas Peace Officers’ Memorial Ceremony in honor of the heroic men and women who lost their lives in the line of duty. The Governor awarded the Texas Medal of Honor to a family member of each of the 25 officers recognized. “The people of Texas hold you in eternal gratitude for your brave, selfless service,” said Governor Abbott....
Yankees Ride Power Surge Past Rangers as Series Continues in Texas
April 28, 2026 – The New York Yankees are gaining early momentum in their series against the Texas Rangers, using a burst of home-run power to secure a 4–2 win in Arlington and strengthen their position early in the 2026 season. Monday’s matchup at Globe Life Field saw New York capitalize on timely hitting, with sluggers including Aaron Judge delivering key offense. Judge launched his 11th home run of the season, continuing a...
Elaine Abston
August 2, 1949 — April 26, 2026 Sulphur Springs Graveside service for Elaine Abston, age 76 of Sulphur Springs, Texas, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Greenwood Cemetery with Joel Newsom officiating and Brad Carr, D.J. Carr, Dustin Carr, Branton Carr, Kasey Long, and Jason Mahan serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Greenwood Baptist Church, Saltillo, Texas. Mrs. Abston...
Drone-Assisted Deer Hunt Sparks Legal Case and Debate in Indiana
April 27, 2026 – A high-profile hunting case in southern Indiana is raising new questions about technology, ethics, and fairness in the field after authorities confirmed a prized deer was tracked using a drone before being killed. The case centers on a massive 17-point buck nicknamed the “Nucor Monarch,” a well-known animal frequently spotted near the Nucor steel fabrication plant. The deer had become something of a local legend...
Texas Leads Nation in Canine Heartworm Cases as Parasite Spreads to New Regions
April 27, 2026 – Texas has emerged as the nation’s leader in canine heartworm cases for the first time, according to new data released by the American Heartworm Society. The group’s 2025 Heartworm Incidence Map, published earlier this month, shows the highest concentration of infections in eastern Texas, highlighting a growing concern for pet owners and veterinarians. The survey, conducted in early 2026 using data from more than...
