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Elementary students in Bastrop, Texas created uplifting stickers to celebrate National Random Acts of Kindness Day. The simple messages like "You are amazing" are spreading positivity throughout their community.
The Texas Rangers unveiled bold new uniforms celebrating North Texas' deep Mexican cultural roots. The team's "Tejas" jerseys debut April 24 as part of their commitment to honoring the Hispanic community.
Snorkeling scientists in a Texas underwater cave discovered fossils of giant tortoises and armored mammals that never lived in Central Texas before. The surprising find is rewriting what we know about Texas during the Ice Age.
Seven schools in the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo school district just proved that excellence in education is thriving along the Texas border. Their recognition comes from measurable gains in student achievement and preparing kids for life after graduation.
A Texas nonprofit founded by two friends has awarded nearly 100 scholarships to students pursuing welding, plumbing, electrical work, and other skilled trades. Jack of Hearts is now seeking community support to expand its mission as costs rise alongside growing demand.
Henderson Middle School student Emeriie Anastas-Weaver has been selected for a prestigious summer leadership program in Austin and San Antonio. She'll explore Texas history while building skills alongside the state's top young leaders.
Snorkelers exploring an underwater cave in Central Texas discovered bones from lion-sized armadillos and giant tortoises that scientists didn't know lived there during the Ice Age. The find is rewriting what we know about ancient Texas.
Scientists exploring a Texas cave discovered fossils from a warm period of the last ice age that nobody knew existed in the region. The find includes a lion-sized armadillo and giant tortoise that rewrites what we thought we knew about ancient Texas.
Dozens of East Texas schools have been named "Star Schools" for outstanding student achievement and closing learning gaps. The recognition celebrates educators who are proving that every student can succeed.
A new 70,000-square-foot manufacturing technology center in Hutto, Texas just reached a major construction milestone, preparing to train the next generation of semiconductor workers. The facility addresses America's urgent need for skilled tech workers while bringing good-paying jobs to Central Texas.
Scientists snorkeling through a Texas cave found lion-sized armadillo fossils lying on the riverbed alongside mammoths and saber-toothed cats. The discovery is changing what we know about Ice Age climate across Central Texas.
When the July 4, 2025 flood devastated Kerr County, Texas, 123 members of the Texas A&M Bonfire Crew dropped everything to help. Their 10-day volunteer mission became one of the most powerful untold stories of the disaster.
A paleontologist snorkeling through an underground Texas stream discovered fossils never before found in Central Texas, opening a brand new window into life 100,000 years ago. The bones carpeted the cave floor like buried treasure waiting to be found.
A Sabine County family descended from pioneers in the area before Texas became a state gathered for their 12th annual Juneteenth celebration, bringing relatives from across America to honor their ancestors and teach the next generation. The weekend event spanned three Texas towns and welcomed the entire community for free.
Celina, Texas went from quiet ranching town to America's fastest-growing city, adding one new resident for every four already living there. Despite bulldozers replacing cattle pastures, this North Texas community is proving rapid growth doesn't have to destroy small-town charm.
A scientist snorkeling through an unexplored Texas cave found something extraordinary: bones everywhere, from giant tortoises to sabretooth cats that lived 100,000 years ago. This discovery opens a completely new window into Central Texas's prehistoric past.
A research institute born from a 25-year-old's dream on Texas ranchland has spent 85 years creating medical breakthroughs that save lives worldwide. From helping premature babies breathe to developing hepatitis vaccines, Texas Biomedical Research Institute proves that bold vision creates lasting impact.
A 63-year-old man who disappeared in Donna, Texas has been reunited with his family after a swift community search. Cenobio Trejo was found safe and taken for medical evaluation.
A Texas school district is breaking down barriers by opening its award-winning programs to students across the entire state through a new virtual academy. The Central Texas Innovation Academy offers everything from dual credit classes to career certifications that many districts can't provide.
The Texas Longhorns softball team captured their second national championship title by defeating Texas Tech in the Women's College World Series finals. Dominant pitching and clutch hitting sealed the historic victory in Oklahoma City.
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