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News from April 2024

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Governor Abbott Appoints Lewis To Statewide Health Coordinating Council

By Austin News | Apr 2, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed David Lewis to the Statewide Health Coordinating Council (SHCC) for a term set to expire on August 31, 2029. Lewis, who is the president of Montlake Capital Management, LLC, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the council.David Lewis, based in Austin, has a diverse background in finance and community service. He has served as a board member and former president of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Society of Dallas/Fort Worth, and is also involved with the CFA Society of Seattle and the Lake Pointe MUD and Preserve....

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Governor Abbott Directs Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Severe Weather Across Texas

By Austin News | Apr 2, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to ready state emergency response resources ahead of a severe storm system moving across the state. The Governor emphasized the state's readiness to deploy necessary resources and assist local officials in ensuring community safety. Abbott urged Texans in at-risk areas to take safety precautions, monitor weather conditions, and follow guidance from authorities to safeguard themselves and their families.The National Weather Service has warned of a marginal to enhanced risk of severe...

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Governor Abbott Proclaims April 2024 As Sexual Assault Awareness Month

By Austin News | Apr 2, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott has declared April 2024 as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month in Texas. In his proclamation, Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of supporting survivors and preventing sexual violence in the state. According to the Governor, "Texas stands with survivors of sexual assault and will work to bring justice and support for victims of this heinous crime."Rose Luna, CEO of the Texas Association Against Sexual Assault, also expressed admiration for the survivors of sexual assault and acknowledged the dedication of the Sexual Assault Survivors’...

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2021-22 School Year: What was most represented ethnicity in Williamson County County schools?

By Austin News | Apr 2, 2024

In Williamson County County schools, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

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Companies across Travis County cities saw 2 FDA citations in March

By Austin News | Apr 2, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Travis County that received FDA citations as a result of one inspection conducted in the county in March, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Catholic Vote President: Underage children receiving hormone therapy treatments 'is child abuse'

By Austin News | Apr 2, 2024

Catholic Vote President Brian Burch said the Texas appeals court decision to allow minors to undergo hormone treatments without investigations into the parents is "child abuse."

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Texas experiences higher inflation rate than national average as of March 2024

By Austin News | Apr 1, 2024

As of March 2024, Texas experienced a 20.4% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 19.4% increase.

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2021-22 School Year: What was most represented ethnicity in Travis County County schools?

By Austin News | Apr 1, 2024

In Travis County County schools, there were more Hispanic students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

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How many FDA citations were issued in cities within Hays County in March

By Austin News | Apr 1, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Hays County that received FDA citations as a result of one inspection conducted in the county in March, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).