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Food Critic Pat Sharpe Retires After 50 Years: Texas Standard Nov. 19, 2024
Food critic Pat Sharpe recently announced her retirement after an impressive 50-year career dedicated to exploring and documenting the diverse food culture of Texas....
Expanding Texas Nuclear Industry: Detailed Report and Plan
Texas leaders are looking into expanding the state's nuclear power industry. The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) released a detailed report outlining the...
Future of Rural Texas: The Texas Tribune Hosts Two-Day Conversations
Rural Texas is facing a critical moment in its history. Over the years, small towns in the state have been shrinking, crops have been...
Reducing Child Care Costs in Travis County: A Solution to High Expenses
Travis County voters have recently approved a tax rate increase to address the rising need for affordable child care in the area. This increase,...
Texas Solar Panel Boom: The Reality Behind Customer Disappointment
Solar panels have become a common sight on rooftops in Texas, thanks to a boom in the industry. However, not all homeowners are satisfied...
Georgetown Residents Urged to Obtain Flood Insurance: New Risk Maps Highlight Need
Georgetown, Texas residents are being strongly advised to consider purchasing flood insurance as soon as possible. The city is raising awareness about potential flooding...
Nate Paul Real Estate Investor Begins 10-Day Jail Sentence
Real estate investor Nate Paul has officially begun serving a 10-day jail sentence at the Travis County jail for criminal contempt of court. This...
Expert Advice: Considerations for Using Buy Now, Pay Later During the Holiday Season
The holiday season is approaching, and many people are starting to search for the perfect gifts online. One popular payment option that is gaining...
Scotts Miracle-Gro Phases Out AeroGarden Products
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many tech companies found success in creating products that could be used at home. One such product was AeroGarden, an...
Princeton Family Sacrifices Home for Highway 380 Expansion
Michaelle Ray is standing outside her childhood home in Princeton, a small town east of McKinney. Her family home, along with her mother, aunt,...