Austin News

Governor Greg Abbott has made new appointments to the OneStar National Service Commission. Grace Yocum, a student at Texas A&M University, has been appointed for a term ending on March 15, 2026. Reappointments include Ashleigh Feuerbacher, Annette Juba, Mike Morath, and Corina Sadler for terms concluding on March 15, 2028. The Commission focuses on promoting volunteerism in Texas and oversees AmeriCorps programs in the state.

Grace Yocum is majoring in management with a minor in nonprofit and public service studies. She is involved with several initiatives including an internship at the Texas A&M Foundation and serving as chair of Client and Community Affairs at 180 Degrees Consulting.

Ashleigh Feuerbacher serves as vice president and chief project manager of the Stephenville Economic Development Authority. She participates actively in community organizations such as Stephenville Downtown Merchants and Graham Street Youth. Feuerbacher holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and is working towards a Master of Business Administration from Tarleton State University.

Annette Juba works as deputy director for AGE of Central Texas. Her background includes roles such as co-chair of the Aging Services Council. She earned her academic credentials from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Social Work.

Mike Morath is the Commissioner of the Texas Education Agency and formerly served on the Dallas Independent School District Board of Trustees. He graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from George Washington University.

Corina Sadler manages volunteer resources for the City of Plano. Her affiliations include membership with organizations like the National Association of Volunteer Programs in Local Government. Sadler completed her Bachelor’s degree in Applied Gerontology at the University of North Texas.