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5,000+ medical students relocated from JBSA-Fort Sam Houston dorms over 'infrastructure' concerns
Approximately 5,200 enlisted medical students at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston are being relocated due to climate control and structural defects in their dormitory buildings.
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DOE approves $3.26B in federal funding for Texas electric grid improvements
The U.S. Department of Energy approved a $3.26 billion loan to AEP Texas to fund approximately 100 transmission and infrastructure projects across Texas to support data centers and energy development.
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State leaders look to enact more regulation when it comes to data centers in Texas
Texas state leaders indicate a shift in policy toward increased regulation of data centers in the state, according to a letter from the Public Utility Commission to Governor Abbott.
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Cyclospora outbreak - what Houston-area shoppers need to know right now
The Houston area monitors cyclospora cases as the FDA investigates a multi-state outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce, with a previously positive sample test result determined to be a false positive.
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Feels Like Home Festival fires up new BBQ lineup
The Feels Like Home Festival in Brownwood announces its third annual barbecue and country music event scheduled for October 3, 2026, featuring ten acclaimed pitmasters from across Texas.
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Pasture mealybug spreads fast across Texas, wiping out hay fields
A new invasive insect called pasture mealybug is spreading across Texas and destroying hay fields rapidly, with widespread reports from producers since April 2025.
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Wednesday morning top stories: Lubbock ISD town hall on naming of 3 new elementary schools
Lubbock ISD will hold a town hall meeting to discuss the naming of three new elementary schools.
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Clear out the garage: Free tire, oil and battery recycling event in Midland County
Midland County is hosting a free tire, oil, and battery recycling event on Saturday, July 25th at the Midland County Road & Bridge Department.
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NVIDIA breaks ground on Fort Worth "AI factory" amid city's data center concerns
NVIDIA breaks ground on a new AI supercomputer manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, shifting production from overseas to Texas.
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North Texas says goodbye to a month of World Cup magic
North Texas concludes its month-long hosting of World Cup matches, celebrating the global passion and local pride brought by fans and teams from around the world.
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New Braunfels Utilities looks to amend drought contingency plan
New Braunfels Utilities presented amendments to the city's drought contingency plan during a special City Council session.
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Central Texas crop, weather report
Central Texas farmers report varying topsoil moisture levels and accelerated corn maturity due to increased heat, with concerns about test weights and ongoing cotton progress with minimal pest pressure.
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Walk Across Texas participants set new record in Kerr County
Walk Across Texas program participants in Kerr County set a new record by collectively logging 243,356.28 miles during the eight-week community fitness initiative.
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Tim Summerlin is secretary of HC Defense Alliance
Tim Summerlin, secretary of the Hill Country Defense Alliance, outlines the organization's mission to unite higher education, private enterprise, and nonprofits to address national defense and public safety challenges including cybersecurity.
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Bexar County residents can visit San Antonio Zoo for $8 on Wednesday
The San Antonio Zoo is offering discounted $8 admission for Bexar County residents on Wednesday as part of Locals Day.
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Houston Stadium no more: Crews take down FIFA World Cup signs to bring back Reliant Stadium name
Crews remove World Cup signage from Houston's NFL stadium and restore the Reliant Energy name ahead of the Texans' return to play.
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West Houston man says he's been paying someone else's electric bill for years
A west Houston resident discovered he has been paying another person's electric bill for years after switching electricity providers.
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College Station council to revisit $250,000 Plug and Play funding agreement
College Station City Council is reconsidering its $250,000 annual funding agreement with Plug and Play tech incubator following discussions during July budget workshops.
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Lubbock residents voice concerns over data centers during city council meeting
Lubbock city council discusses resident concerns about proposed data centers, with water and electricity usage identified as top community concerns.
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Fort Worth considers data center zoning rules in response to residents' concerns
Fort Worth is considering new zoning regulations for data centers in response to resident concerns about quality of life impacts.
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Rising Stars of New Braunfels nominations open July 10
The 10th annual Rising Stars of New Braunfels awards program opens nominations on July 10 to recognize exceptional young leaders aged 40 and under making meaningful community impact.
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Wistron Celebrates Grand Opening of First U.S. Smart Factory Marking Milestone in Global Smart Manufacturing Strategy
Wistron Corporation opened its first U.S. smart manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, a $700 million plant where NVIDIA's GB300 Grace Blackwell Ultra Superchips will be produced.
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SpaceX Terafab tax break votes: Grimes County school boards to decide tonight
Grimes County school boards will vote Tuesday night on a tax incentive deal for SpaceX's proposed Terafab chip manufacturing facility at Gibbons Creek Reservoir.
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Food for Though: Inspection violations include rice-temperature issue; top performers named
A Lubbock restaurant failed health inspections for improper rice temperature storage, while other establishments were recognized as top performers in weekly food safety reports.
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