‘Gulf of America’ Bill Heads to the Texas House
April 5, 2025 – The Texas Senate has passed a bill that would officially rename the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America” in state law. Authored by Republican State Senator Mayes Middleton of Galveston, the legislation aims to replace all instances of “Gulf of Mexico” within the state’s legal code. This initiative follows an executive order issued on January 20th titled “Restoring Names That...
Texas Democrats Plan to Block School Voucher Law Implementation
April 4, 2025 – Texas Democrats are preparing to take legal action in an attempt to block a controversial school choice law recently signed into law. The law, which centers on a voucher system, would allow public funds to be used for private school tuition. Republicans argue the measure prioritizes disabled students and those from low-income families, offering them greater educational freedom. However, Democrats warn it could...
Wildfire Awareness Month Highlights Proactive Safety Strategies
May 4, 2025 – COLLEGE STATION, Texas – In 2024, 5,187 wildfires burned over 1.3 million acres in Texas, and since wildfires have no boundaries, Texans should always be prepared for wildfires. During Wildfire Awareness Month, Texas A&M Forest Service is highlighting the ways that Texans can not only prevent wildfires but how they can prepare for when they occur. “Preparation for wildfires is key to...
Motorcyclists Don’t Just “Come out of Nowhere”
May 1, 2025 – TxDOT is sharing driver safety tips during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month PARIS – Motorcyclist Brendan Johnson donated his black leather jacket to TxDOT for use in motorcycle safety messages. Tragically, he never saw the campaign because he was killed in a motorcycle crash. To help prevent tragedies like this, TxDOT is sharing Johnson’s story and driver safety tips during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month...
Texas SB 1065 Clears Senate, Heads to House
May 1, 2025 – On April 30, 2025, the Texas Senate approved Senate Bill 1065 with a 20–11 vote, aiming to prohibit contractors leasing government-owned property from enforcing firearm bans, such as the one implemented by the State Fair of Texas. The bill now advances to the Texas House of Representatives for consideration. The State Fair of Texas banned firearms in response to a shooting in the fair’s food court in 2023...
Legislation Aimed at EPIC City Under Consideration
April 30, 2025 – Representative Candy Noble (R–Lucas) has proposed legislation aimed at regulating unconventional property ownership structures. The developments, known as EPIC City and EPIC Ranches, are being marketed as exclusive Islamic enclaves, featuring not only residential housing but also a mosque, K-12 schools, a community college, retail space, and a clinic. According to developers, these amenities would be funded...
Sulphur Springs High School Class of 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian Announced
April 29, 2025 – In a reception held at Sulphur Springs High School April 29th, 2025, Laney Bankston was introduced as the Sulphur Springs High School Class of 2025 Valedictorian, and Brody Emmert was introduced as the Salutatorian of the Class of 2025! Laney Bankston plans to pursue a nursing degree at East Texas A&M University after graduation. While attending ETA&M, Bankston also is going to continue her Spanish...
Texas Drops Heartland Flyer From Budget
April 28, 2025 – Across America, demand for more passenger trains is growing. Trains offer a sustainable, affordable, and convenient alternative to crowded highways and airports, connecting communities large and small. Yet despite these clear benefits, funding for vital rail services remains inconsistent. A striking example is the Heartland Flyer, a popular route linking Oklahoma City to Fort Worth, Texas. This train is a result...
Report Shows Monthly Cost of Medical Care for Illegal Aliens in Texas
April 28, 2025 – Newly released data shows that illegal aliens cost Texas taxpayers $121.8 million in hospital fees in just one month. The figure comes from a directive issued by Governor Greg Abbott last year, ordering the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to collect and report the financial burden that illegal immigration places on the state’s hospital system. This data is the first installment of monthly...
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) Released its Long-Awaited Accountability Ratings for 2023
April 26, 2025 – The Texas Education Agency (TEA) on Thursday released its long-awaited accountability ratings for 2023, assigning an “A-F” rating for all Texas public schools and districts. The Sulphur Springs I-S-D received an overall rating of B, the same as in 2022. But the numerical grade was 80, down from 88. The grade for “student achievement” was a C. “School progress” earmed a grade of B. The grade for...
