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A Texas county with zero oil and gas revenue just landed its second massive solar farm, bringing millions in tax dollars, thousands of grazing sheep, and a blueprint for rural communities everywhere. The 201-megawatt project sits right next to its bigger sibling in Swisher County.
A Texas fundraiser featuring country music stars Pat Green and Walt Wilkins raised nearly $100,000 to build affordable homes for local families. The Hats for Homes event brought Montgomery County together for an evening of burgers, custom hats, and hope.
Jim Wells County, Texas, just created a first-of-its-kind position to help its rural economy recover and grow beyond oil dependence. Ann Marie Torres will connect local businesses, families, and leaders to unlock opportunities many didn't know existed.
A small Texas county is using revenue from wind energy investments to help older residents stay in their homes longer. The program funds everything from bingo games to critical services for aging community members.
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The Texas Rangers are bringing back left-handed pitcher Jordan Montgomery, who helped deliver their first-ever World Series championship in 2023. The one-year deal gives the comeback story another chapter as Montgomery recovers from Tommy John surgery.
Montgomery County just landed over $8 million in state funding to power up 20 clean energy projects that will save taxpayers nearly half a million dollars every year. Solar panels, backup power systems, and energy upgrades are coming to recreation centers, health facilities, and parking areas across the community.
Forty-two Collin County schools just earned spots on Texas's 2025 Honor Roll for helping every student succeed, regardless of their background. These schools are proving that with the right approach, all kids can thrive academically.
In Denton County, Texas, an army of volunteers donated more than 80,000 hours last year to beautify neighborhoods, feed the hungry, and strengthen their community. Their work proves that everyday heroes are the backbone of thriving communities across America.
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 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.
Dallas County students are crushing their state exams, with biology scores jumping 12 points and math gains outpacing the rest of Texas. Fourteen of the county's 15 largest school districts improved student achievement this year.
A rural Texas county struck a creative deal with wind companies: tax breaks in exchange for funding senior programs. The arrangement saved a local Meals on Wheels program and keeps older residents thriving in their community.
A Maryland county's reforestation program just earned national recognition for expanding tree cover and fighting climate change. Since 2020, over 5,000 residents have joined the effort to plant trees and cool their communities.
Toyota just flipped the switch on a massive solar project in Texas that will power its North American operations with clean energy. The 159-megawatt Norton Solar Project brought 250 jobs to Runnels County and marks another major corporate commitment to renewable power.
In oil-rich Texas, wind turbines are generating surprising revenue that's keeping seniors cool during heatwaves and bringing telemedicine to remote areas. The state's conservative rural counties are embracing renewables not for the environment, but for stable funding that supports their most vulnerable residents.
Seven Texas high school seniors just received life-changing news: they're splitting $70,000 in college scholarships from a foundation that's now invested over $1 million in local students. The Taylor-Odom Foundation is making higher education possible for Liberty County graduates who might not otherwise afford it.
Mike Ingram earned recognition as a Hunger Hero for his volunteer work at Harvest Regional Food Bank in Texarkana. His dedication highlights how everyday volunteers are tackling food insecurity across 10 counties in Arkansas and Texas.
Volunteer firefighters in Spearman, Texas battled high winds and flames across several acres to protect two structures near the county line. Thanks to quick response from multiple departments, both buildings were saved without damage.
A small Texas county is rallying volunteers to ensure every veteran's grave receives an American flag twice a year. With flags currently reaching only a third of 75 local cemeteries, the community is building a database and volunteer network to honor all who served.
When frozen roads trapped essential workers in Gregg County, Texas, a nonprofit with heavy-duty trucks drove through the ice to bring them to safety. Mountain Showdown has answered the call during every severe cold snap. --- ##
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