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Keep migrating birds in the dark
Since most birds migrate at night, light pollution can cause birds to become disoriented and attracted to urban centers where they be killed by flying into buildings. Photo courtesy Reinout Dujardin/Pixabay. The Dallas-Fort Worth area is the third most dangerous area in the United States for migratory birds to travel...
How Much is a Burn Ban Fine in Texas?
August 21, 2024 – In Texas, violating a burn ban is usually a Class C misdemeanor that can result in a fine of up to $500. For example, in Bell County, Section 352.081 of the Local Government Code states that a person who knowingly or intentionally violates a burn ban order commits a Class C misdemeanor and can be fined up to $500. In Harris County, anyone who violates the burn ban could face a Class C misdemeanor and a fine of up to $500.
Nominations Now Open For The 41st Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards
August 22, 2024 – Nominations are now being accepted for the 41st Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards. Administered by the OneStar Foundation, the Governor’s Volunteer Awards are an opportunity for the State of Texas to honor exemplary individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to improving their communities through outstanding service and volunteering.
Paxton launches election fraud investigations
(The Center Square) – The Office of the Texas Attorney General’s Election Integrity Unit has launched several election fraud investigations. In one investigation, which has been ongoing since 2022, the OAG’s Criminal Investigation Division executed multiple search warrants on Tuesday in Atascosa, Bexar and Frio counties. The investigation launched after the office received a referral […]
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