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Sharp on free tuition for Ukrainian Texas A&M students: 'Our students from Ukraine are in a unique, sad and difficult position'
By John Suayan | Apr 1, 2022
Ukrainian students attending any of its 11 campuses and research centers will have their tuition covered in light of the war in their native country, Texas A&M University (TAMU) System Chancellor John Sharp said, according to a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC.
Austin FC's Stuver on laundry project expansion: 'Too many people take for granted what clean clothes can do'
By John Suayan | Mar 31, 2022
Austin FC goalie Brad Stuver's Austin Laundry Project has added four more local laundromats, per a report from Austin NBC affiliate KXAN.
Berry on Abbott endorsement: 'I have been endorsed by a true conservative champion'
By John Suayan | Mar 31, 2022
An indicted Austin police officer who is running for public office has received an endorsement from Gov. Greg Abbott, according to a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE. The station reported that Abbott endorsed Justin Berry, a Republican candidate for the Texas House of Representatives.
Abbott at energy roundtable: 'We will always support the oil and gas industry'
By John Suayan | Mar 30, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott visited Odessa on Tuesday (March 29) to hold a roundtable on Texas' oil and gas sector, a press release issued by the governor's office said.
SoftServe's Semenova on fundraiser: 'It is actually so important that Ukraine does not quit'
By John Suayan | Mar 29, 2022
Employees at the Austin offices of a Ukrainian software company are planning a fundraiser in April to help their compatriots more than 5,000 miles away, according to a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE. KVUE reported that SoftServe is partnering with U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Austin) to hold the fundraiser, which is slated for April 8.
DPS on top fugitive's capture: 'Harris had been wanted since October 2021'
By John Suayan | Mar 29, 2022
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) recently apprehended 42-year-old Dallas resident Royneco Tiun Harris, who occupied the No. 1 spot on the Texas’ 10 Most Wanted Fugitives List, according to a press release.
Abbott on Medina County wildfire: 'These are challenging times across the state with regards to different kinds of disasters'
By John Suayan | Mar 28, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott provided updates on Sunday (March 27) on the State of Texas' fire response efforts to a wildfire in Medina County, as well as issued a disaster declaration, according to a press release issued by his office.
Markwell on new Stonemont facility in Georgetown: 'It was a natural decision to plant our flag in the region'
By John Suayan | Mar 25, 2022
An Atlanta-based private real estate investment firm has finalized its acquisition of land in the Austin area for a new facility, according to a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
Bauzon on violent crime initiative report: 'From a public safety standpoint, SXSW 2022 was a success'
By John Suayan | Mar 25, 2022
In response to the release of the Austin Police Department's (APD) report on its violent crimes initiative during the just-concluded 2022 South by Southwest (SXSW), APD Assistant Chief Jerry Bauzon said the city's signature springtime event was fairly quiet, Austin ABC affiliate KVUE reported.
Round Rock superintendent Azaiez on reinstatement: 'I am very pleased with the board’s decision'
By John Suayan | Mar 25, 2022
An Austin-area public school superintendent is back at work after he earned a reinstatement two months after he was placed on administrative leave. Local media outlets reported that the Round Rock Independent School District board of trustees voted to reinstate Superintendent Dr. Hafedh Azaiez on Thursday (March 24).
Fink on BlackRock's net zero goals: 'BlackRock remains committed to helping clients navigate the energy transition'
By John Suayan | Mar 24, 2022
The leader of one of the companies Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Glenn Hegar accused in writing of violating the state’s Oil & Gas Protection Act said it remains steadfast in meeting its net zero goals. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink issued a letter Thursday (March 24) to the company’s shareholders reaffirming that commitment.
Floréal on Texas' first men’s track and field title: 'I don’t think you can put it into words'
By John Suayan | Mar 23, 2022
The University of Texas Longhorns men's track and field program captured its first NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championship earlier this month, according to a report from Austin NBC affiliate KXAN. The accomplishment fulfilled a goal sought by head coach Edrick Floréal: The distinction of being first, KXAN reported.
Walkes on lifting of COVID-19 mandates: 'We now have knowledge and tools to fight COVID-19'
By John Suayan | Mar 23, 2022
Travis County and the City of Austin have lifted all COVID-19 orders, Austin-based media outlets reported. According to Austin ABC affiliate KVUE, the area is experiencing the lowest infection and hospitalization levels ever during the pandemic.
Schaefer on Texas tournament wins: 'Our pressure usually wears on you a little bit'
By John Suayan | Mar 22, 2022
Hot shooting and excruciating defense helped the Texas Longhorns women's basketball team beat Utah 78-56 on March 20 to advance to the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA Tournament, Austin ABC affiliate KVUE reported. The game was a situation in which Texas gave the Utes, who were one of the best three-point shooting teams in the nation, a taste of their own medicine.
Abbott on Central Texas severe weather: 'There is no report of loss of life, which is just stunning'
By John Suayan | Mar 22, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott and leaders in Williamson County expressed gratitude on Monday (March 21) that no fatalities were reported in the wake of severe weather that rumbled through Central Texas, according to Austin ABC affiliate KVUE. The station reported that Abbott met with Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell and other county officials to provide an update on the storms.
Abbott on wildfires: 'I commend the hard work and selfless acts of thousands of first responders and firefighters'
By John Suayan | Mar 21, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott commended first responders and firefighters on Friday (March 18) who responded to the wildfires in west central Texas, as well as mourned an Eastland County Sheriff’s deputy who lost her life attempting to help others during the incident.
Ellis: 'If we can’t hire enough lifeguards, Austinites will not have access to our local pools'
By John Suayan | Mar 18, 2022
With summer around the corner, Austin City Councilwoman Paige Ellis wants to solve the city’s lifeguard shortage, according to Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.
Abbott on California drink company relocation: 'Great news for the people of Central Texas'
By John Suayan | Mar 18, 2022
The Austin suburb of Kyle will be the new home of California beverage company Sovereign Flavors, Gov. Greg Abbott said Friday (March 18). According to a press release issued by the governor's office, Sovereign Flavors will relocate its base of operations from Santa Ana, California to the Texas Hill Country.
NTSB's Landsberg on West Texas crash: 'There's no question about the force of impact'
By John Suayan | Mar 18, 2022
Preliminary information from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) shows that a teenage boy was in the driver's seat of a pickup truck that was involved in a fatal collision with a van carrying members of the University of the Southwest (USW) men's and women's golf teams in Andrews County earlier this week, according to Permian Basin-based media reports.
Abbott at Houston roundtable: 'Our business owners, entrepreneurs and workforce are who make Texas exceptional'
By John Suayan | Mar 18, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott visited Houston on Thursday (March 17) to hold a business roundtable discussion. According to a press release issued by his office, Abbott hosted the roundtable at Pieper-Houston Electric to talk about Texas' business climate and growth.