News from February 2025
Bandera earns Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community designation
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 21, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to the City of Bandera for being recognized as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas.
Sid Miller criticizes Biden administration's 2025 dietary guidelines
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 21, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has voiced strong criticism of the Biden administration's 2025 Dietary Guidelines report.
Texas senate panel backs teacher pay increase plan
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 21, 2025
Teachers in Texas could see a pay raise under a bill unanimously approved by the Senate Education K-16 Committee.
ICE arrests Romanian national after prison release
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 21, 2025
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested Dan Adrian Agafitei, a 26-year-old Romanian national, following his release from the U.S. Bureau of Prisons Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn on March 4.
Marisa Bono to leave Every Texan for TACFS
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 20, 2025
Every Texan has announced the upcoming departure of its CEO, Marisa Bono.
Commissioner Miller calls for statewide ban on non-water additives
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 20, 2025
The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) has announced that Commissioner Sid Miller has urged Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Legislature to prioritize a statewide ban on non-water additives in public water.
City of Plano Director confirms no tax-rate election or property tax transfer is used for financing: 'That is correct'
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 20, 2025
Steve Stoler, Director of Media Relations for the City of Plano, said that the city is concentrating on infrastructure maintenance without resorting to a tax-rate election or property tax transfer to fund major capital investments.
Sid Miller supports evaluation of Texas Lottery security
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 20, 2025
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed support for Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick's initiative to evaluate the security of the Texas Lottery.
Hill family donates significant land for preservation at San Felipe de Austin
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 20, 2025
The Texas Historical Commission (THC) has received a donation of approximately 15 acres of land from the family of George W. Hill, a San Felipe native.
Kentucky Fried Chicken joins other major companies relocating headquarters to Texas
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 20, 2025
Businesses are increasingly choosing Texas as their new base, with Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) being the latest to announce its relocation to the state.
Legal battle intensifies over Texas Ethics Commission's regulations for political communications
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 19, 2025
Multiple amicus briefs have been filed with the U.S. Supreme Court challenging the Texas Ethics Commission's enforcement of lobbying regulations against Michael Quinn Sullivan, a prominent Texas conservative. The dispute centers on whether the Commission's requirement for individuals to register and pay fees before engaging in certain communications with public officials infringes upon First Amendment rights.
Rep. Troxclair appointed to Texas House DOGE and Ways & Means committees
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 19, 2025
Rep. Ellen Troxclair has announced her appointment to the Texas House Committees on Delivery of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and Ways & Means, with a focus on reducing taxes, cutting spending, and eliminating waste.
Alamo Heights teacher on new cell phone policy: The ‘consistency has made classroom management smoother’
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 19, 2025
An Alamo Heights teacher shared insights on the school district’s cell phone policy, which requires high school students to store phones in classroom caddies. The teacher noted that the policy has enhanced engagement and reduced distractions. The statement was provided to Lone Star Standard on January 24.
The Other Ones Foundation: ‘Unsheltered homelessness is taxing on society at large in a variety of ways’
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 19, 2025
Max Moscoe, Public Information Officer for The Other Ones Foundation (TOOF), an Austin-based nonprofit organization, emphasized the societal benefits of addressing homelessness.
Weekend Interview: Inside Haven for Hope’s Mission to Combat Homelessness with Terri Behling
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 19, 2025
In the heart of San Antonio, Texas, Haven For Hope, an innovative approach to homelessness is making waves, not only in the local community but also garnering attention statewide and beyond.
Sid Miller supports USDA's stance on foreign-owned farm and ranch land
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 19, 2025
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins has received praise from Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller for her efforts to address the issue of foreign entities purchasing rural land in the United States.
Texas considers creating state cryptocurrency reserve
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 19, 2025
The Texas Senate Business and Commerce Committee is reviewing a proposal that could see the state investing in cryptocurrencies, specifically Bitcoin.
USDA shifts strategy from poultry depopulation amid bird flu crisis
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 19, 2025
Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed approval of the USDA's recent decision to shift strategies in handling the bird flu outbreak.
Measles outbreak hits South Plains region; vaccination urged
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 19, 2025
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has reported a measles outbreak in the South Plains region.
Texas Association of Manufacturers announces 20th anniversary celebration
By Lone Star Standard | Feb 18, 2025
The Texas Association of Manufacturers (TAM) has announced the commencement of its 20th anniversary celebration during the 2025 Texas Manufacturers’ Day at the Capitol.
