State of Texas
Recent News About State of Texas
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Local restaurant owner: ‘ I don't know how I could survive' displacement caused by Austin's Project Connect
Mark Nemir, the owner of Dirty Martin's in Austin, said he remains uncertain about the fate of his property amidst the city of Austin's transit plans and is awaiting written clarification regarding potential traffic diversions. Nemir was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani: All members of the community should be ‘recognized and celebrated’
Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani said it's important to recognize and honor all religions and celebrate the work and achievements of public servants. Bhojani was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani: ‘Good relationships’ between both parties are important for legislative success
Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani said bipartisan collaboration, respectful dialogue, and private consultation in discussing bills and fostering mutual understanding among colleagues are crucial in legislative endeavors.
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Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani: Both parties ‘want what's best for Texas’
Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani said it is important to foster good relationships across party lines to advance the interests of the state. Bhojani was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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12-year-old tech entrepreneur: 'I would prefer to meet more people around my age group, help more people, do more stuff' than skip grades to get to college early
Arjun Sharda, a 12-year-old tech entrepreneur, said he plans to remain in middle school because of the value of interpersonal connections and community engagement over rushing into college. Sharda was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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12-year-old tech entrepreneur: Nonprofit TLEEM started off as 'just a small club' at his middle school
Arjun Sharda, a 12-year-old tech entrepreneur, said that the nonprofit TLEEM began as a small club, collaborating with teachers and students, gaining support from the assistant principal, and aiming to expand while focusing on technology. Sharda was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani: The desire to serve comes from a ‘need to pay forward’ the help received
Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani said his desire to serve stems from his upbringing and personal experiences, instilling in him a commitment to leaving a positive impact on society and giving back to those in need. Bhojani was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani: Pakistan is ‘so corrupt that the economy is not doing well’
Texas State Rep. Salman Bhojani, born in Pakistan, said that Pakistan has faced enduring challenges such as recurrent periods of unrest, especially under martial law, and widespread corruption among politicians, resulting in detrimental effects on the economy and hindering the country's progress. Bhojani was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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12-year-old tech entrepreneur: I ‘founded a nonprofit organization called TLEEM’ to advance education efforts
Arjun Sharda, a 12-year-old tech entrepreneur, said he has various roles in technology and entrepreneurship, including programming, authorship, and public speaking, highlighting his nonprofit's mission to advance education in diverse fields such as technology, leadership, entrepreneurship, engineering, and mathematics. Sharda was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Charter school entrepreneur: Charter schools are supposed to be guaranteed ‘the ability to innovate and be creative’
Starlee Coleman, CEO of the Texas Public Charter Schools Association, underscored the pivotal role of charter schools within the Texan educational landscape, emphasizing their distinctiveness in possessing autonomy and flexibility, enabling them to innovate and adapt to meet the evolving needs of students and parents within the public school system. Coleman was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Charter school entrepreneur: ‘Charter schools are filling a gap for low-income communities’
Starlee Coleman, CEO of the Texas Public Charter Schools Association, emphasized the vital role charter schools play in addressing educational disparities, particularly for marginalized communities, highlighting their accountability in providing safe and effective learning environments for children. Coleman was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Charter school entrepreneur: The Texas Public Charter Schools Association protects the ‘policy foundation that supports charter schools’
Starlee Coleman, CEO of the Texas Public Charter Schools Association, highlighted the organization's commitment to preserving the autonomy of charter schools, ensuring educators' freedom to innovate in creating dynamic learning environments. Coleman was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Former MLB player: The MLB 'is a business' that will 'try to get their player for the least amount of money as possible'
Mark Teixeira, former professional baseball first baseman, discussed his draft experience, where he expected to be a top pick but ended up being selected in the ninth round, highlighting the business-driven nature of the sport. Teixeira was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Former athlete: Professional athleticism ‘starts with a god-given gift’
Mark Teixeira, former professional baseball first baseman, emphasized the essential role of innate talent in becoming a professional athlete, highlighting that possessing the necessary physical attributes is crucial for success in sports. Teixeira was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Former athlete: In parenting ‘it's a little bit more difficult to check the scoreboard’
Mark Teixeira, former professional baseball first baseman, highlighted the challenge of assessing one's performance as a parent compared to that of an athlete, emphasizing the lack of a tangible scoreboard in parenting. Teixeira was a guest on a recent episode of the Texas Talks Podcast.
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Debt Crisis Looming: Vance Ginn's View on the National Debt and Texas' Economic Future
HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR INTERVIEW WITH VANCE GINN
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TDCJ Recipients of Actions of Valor Award Honored for Exemplary Service
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is proud to announce the recipients of the prestigious Actions of Valor Award. These exceptional individuals have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to protecting their fellow officers and staff, while embodying the agency's core values of integrity, courage, perseverance, and commitment.
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Texas Department of Information Resources hosting cybersecurity information sessions throughout October
In honor of Cybersecurity Awareness month, the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) will be hosting a series of events throughout October to educate the public on understanding and avoiding cybersecurity threats. The department will also be sharing cyber tips on their website to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity.
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CDC reports 1,005 deaths among Texas Hispanics in week ending July 29
There were 1,005 Hispanic people who died in Texas in the week ending July 29, according to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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Texas: 978 Hispanic lives lost in week ending July 22
There were 978 Hispanic people who died in Texas in the week ending July 22, according to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).