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Feds plan to sell 3 warehouses near El Paso it bought for migrant detention centers, Congress member says
U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar said the government will put the warehouses on the market rather than convert them into migrant detention centers that would house 8,000 immigrants for deportation.
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Company planning data center in Nueces County supports Abbott’s audit
The company developing a planned 525-acre data center in Nueces County said it is committed to responsible data center development.
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RGV, Mission lands $50M green manufacturing plant
Mission just welcomed the groundbreaking of a $50 million advanced aluminum manufacturing plant that will create 70 permanent high-paying tech jobs, up to 300 construction gigs, and an estimated $120 million economic ripple effect.
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Report: Renewable energy could reduce data center costs across TX
A recent report from the nonpartisan energy and climate policy think tank Energy Innovation found renewable energy can power the facilities cheaper than fossil fuels.
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Why defense tech giant picked Brownsville: Inside the $3.2B deal bringing 10,000 jobs to South Texas
This high-tech shipyard is slated to bring 10,000 jobs and $750 million in annual payroll to the area.
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Houston Marathon Foundation awards scholarships to three local grads
Three recent high school graduates received scholarships from the Houston Marathon Foundation. Here are all the details (and how to apply).
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Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños — here’s what diners need to know
Around 345 people have reported symptoms across 27 states in total thus far in this salmonella outbreak.
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10 traditions every Houstonian should experience
Houston is full of weird and wonderful things that make our city special. Here’s a list of traditions every proud Houstonian should experience at least once.
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13 Dallas-Fort Worth hospitals named among best in Texas by US News & World Report
Over a dozen Dallas-Fort Worth hospitals made US News & World Report’s list of 2026-2027 best. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Texas families can save big during tax-free weekend, Aug. 7-9
Over the tax-free weekend, qualifying items priced under $100 will be exempt from local and state taxes
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Are you living in one of Houston’s food deserts? Here’s what to know
While Houston continues to grow and thrive, many residents find themselves in food deserts with limited access to nutritious options.
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30+ indie bookstores in North Texas team up through August for annual crawl
The North Texas Indie Bookstore Crawl runs from now until August 31. Here’s which indie bookstores in North Texas are participating.
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7 beloved Black-owned restaurants in Houston to try this month
There’s no better time than Black Business Month to eat at these Black-owned restaurants in Houston, bringing culture, history, and flavor to the city’s dining scene.
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Sidewalk Connectivity Plan begs the question: Where should Bedford’s next sidewalk go?
The City of Bedford is looking for suggestions for its Sidewalk Connectivity Plan. Here’s how to log your idea.
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11 farmers markets to visit in the Houston area
National Farmers Market Week is here, running from August 2-8. Texas hosts more than 200 registered farmers markets, but getting from farm to market isn’t always simple.
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Learn a new hobby with these 8 classes & workshops in DFW
Discover your new favorite creative hobby by taking one of these classes or workshops in DFW.
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Corpus Christi water supply gets needed infusion from recent Texas rains
A Corpus Christi water emergency that at one point threatened to descend on the city as early as May 2026 is now projected for more than two years later.
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Best used bookstores in Houston for book lovers
National Book Lover’s Day is on August 9 and is every reader’s opportunity to celebrate their favorite titles—new and old.
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8 award-winning spots to find Tex-Mex in the Rio Grande Valley
These restaurants serving Tex-Mex in the Rio Grande Valley have all won at least one award (plus the hearts of thousands of people who have tried their cuisine).
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9 things to do in Fort Worth that are off the beaten path
Skip the tourist hot spots on your next day trip, and check out these other awesome things to do in Fort Worth.
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Here’s how Houston’s neighborhoods got their names
The names of Houston’s oldest neighborhoods come from unexpected corners of the city’s past. This is how our neighborhoods got their names.
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The Texas State Aquarium is an IRL spot to learn about sharks during Shark Week
Near Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, where scientists research sharks year-round, the Texas State Aquarium is home to several sharks.
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DFW artist transforms kitchen silverware into your next piece of jewelry
Twenty-year-old Saul Bailon of Waxahachie found an unlikely passion for turning old spoons into works of art.
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Court in the Community offers fresh start on minor offenses for Fort Worth residents
Court in the Community is helping Fort Worth residents get their lives back on track. Here’s how.
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Houston Toy Museum announces closure as rent becomes too costly
The Houston Toy Museum is closing its doors on Aug. 30 due to rent prices. Here’s everything you need to know.
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How a wave of new development in Houston will change the skyline
A wave of new development in Houston will add a dozen new buildings to its evolving landscape over the coming years. Here’s what to know.
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Vince Young documentary to premiere on Netflix
The Testimony of Vince Young will be the first in a new installment of the popular Netflix sports-documentary series Untold.
































































