Paxton Wins on Texas Workforce Commission and EPIC City Battle
May 4, 2026 – AUSTIN, Texas — Ken Paxton announced that a temporary injunction involving the proposed EPIC City development has been suspended following an appeal to the Fifteenth Court of Appeals, allowing state officials to pause compliance with a lower court order while the case proceeds. EPIC City, now known as The Meadow, is a planned 402-acre master-planned community near Josephine, Texas, is spearheaded by members of the...
Hopkins County Hospital District Will Seat Three New Board Members
May 2, 2026 – The May 2nd election saw seven candidates running for three of the spots on the Hopkins County Hospital District Board. Newcomers Tanner Ragan, Jaime Mitchell and Sharla Tanton Campbell received the most votes edging out two incumbents (Chris Brown and Rosario Mejia) as well as hopefuls Robin Boshears and Jennifer McCoy. The new members should be installed at the next regular meeting of the Hopkins County Hospital...
Runoff Needed for Sulphur Springs City Council Races
May 2, 2026 – City Secretary Natalie Burling reports that a runoff will be needed for both Place 6 and Place 7 of the Sulphur Springs City Council after the May 2 election did not produce a clear winner in each seat. A candidate must receive more than 50% of the cast votes to be declared the winner and as there were multiple candidates in each election (3 for Place 6, and 4 for Place 7) no candidate received the required votes...
Camp Mystic Will Not Open for 2026
April 30, 2026 – Camp Mystic announced it will not reopen for the upcoming summer season, citing the ongoing grief of families and continuing investigations into last year’s tragedy at the longtime Hill Country camp. Previously, the camp had planned a partial reopening for 2026 at its Cypress Lake location, but this was met with significant backlash from the public and families, according to Facebook posts and reports. In a...
Texas Parks and Wildlife Goes On Record About Mexican Wolves
April 30, 2026 – AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) issued a public statement this week addressing growing public concern about the transport of Mexican gray wolf through the state, emphasizing that no wolves have been released in Texas and there are no plans to do so. The clarification comes amid increased attention and speculation tied to reports of wolf movement. TPWD officials said that while...
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,...
Cooper State Park Superintendent Aron Maib had a Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey April 28th
April 28, 2026 – Cooper State Park Superintendent Aron Maib visited on this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey April 28th, 2026. Aron and John Mark chatted about the improved pier going in at Cooper State Park, what type of fish the lake at Cooper State Park is most known for, activities planned at Cooper State Park for the month of May, 2026, and much more. Be sure to check out this...
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....
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...
