Rio Grande Valley official named Border Trade Alliance chairman
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 19, 2024
A county official from the Rio Grande Valley has been appointed as the next chairman of the Border Trade Alliance (BTA).
Future water challenges in Texas subject of new Texas 2036 report
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 19, 2024
The future challenges facing Texas' water infrastructure and potential solutions are the focus of a new report titled "Foundation for Economic Growth: Assessing Texas’ Water Infrastructure Needs."
Operation Lone Star reports significant progress in reducing illegal immigration
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 17, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard continue their collaborative efforts under Operation Lone Star to secure the border.
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board names new commissioner
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 17, 2024
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has announced the appointment of Dr. Wynn Rosser as the new Commissioner of Higher Education. Dr. Rosser's background in higher education and philanthropic leadership positions him to advance...
Lieutenant Governor of Texas Dan Patrick: 'School choice is my top policy priority'
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 16, 2024
Dan Patrick, the Lieutenant Governor of Texas, has declared school choice as his primary policy focus.
Senator Brandon Creighton on DEI reforms: 'Our work isn't done—we'll keep up the momentum'
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 16, 2024
Brandon Creighton, State Senator of District 4 in Texas, said that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) reforms for higher education institutions have made a significant impact at Texas A&M University but emphasized that the work is ongoing.
Spiller files bills to prohibit foreign land ownership in Texas
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 15, 2024
North Texas lawmaker State Representative David Spiller (R-Jacksboro) has filed two bills aimed at prohibiting foreign land ownership in the state.
Patterson's suite of bills aims to protect minors
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 15, 2024
Dallas-Fort Worth-area Texas State Representative Jared Patterson (R-Frisco) has introduced a series of bills aimed at protecting minors ahead of the 2025 legislative session.
Harrison files bill to 'rein in administrative state in Texas'
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 15, 2024
Dallas-Fort Worth-area Texas State Representative Brian Harrison (R-Midlothian) has introduced a bill ahead of the 2025 legislative session, aiming to abolish regulations that have not undergone review.
Cain files legislation to block enforcement of 'red flag' laws
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 15, 2024
Houston-area Texas State Representative Briscoe Cain (R-Deer Park) has introduced legislation aimed at defending Texans' Second Amendment rights ahead of the 2025, or 89th, legislative session.
The Colony becomes latest city designated as music-friendly by Texas
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 15, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that The Colony has been recognized as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO).
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller supports RFK Jr.'s role in Trump administration
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 14, 2024
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed his support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Pearland receives recognition as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 14, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to the City of Pearland for being named a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community.
Abilene State Park next home of Centennial Time Capsule
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 14, 2024
Abilene State Park is the next destination for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's (TPWD) Centennial Time Capsule.
TEA releases final financial accountability ratings for previous academic year
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 14, 2024
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has published the final financial accountability ratings for public school systems in Texas for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Crime and Bail in Texas - What is the Reality? A Conversation with Ken Good
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 14, 2024
Highlights from our interview with Ken Wood, noted bail attorney and board member of the Professional Bondsmen of Texas
Commissioner Morath: Bluebonnet Learning textbooks will improve kids lives, boost academic achievement
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 14, 2024
In an episode of the Common Sense Podcast with Dr. Ben Carson, Texas Education Agency (TEA) Commissioner Mike Morath explained that Bluebonnet Learning textbooks and instructional materials were developed to Texans' concerns about learning loss among students.
Texas restaurants earn Michelin stars in inaugural guide
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 13, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to Texas restaurants recognized in the inaugural MICHELIN Guide Texas.
Texas sees surge in pertussis cases following national trend
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 13, 2024
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has reported a significant increase in pertussis cases in 2024, with numbers tripling compared to the same period in 2023.
TxDOT collaborates with HCTRA to improve regional toll operations
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 10, 2024
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has announced a collaboration with the Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA) to enhance toll operations.
