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Sealy KC’s Lenten fish fry returns The Sealy Knights of Columbus announce the return of their annual Famous Lenten Fish Fry, starting on Friday, April 18 at the Sealy Columbus Club Hall at 1310 Hwy 90 West, Sealy, and will continue every Friday during Lent. Serving drive-thru only, starting at 5:30 to 7:15 p.m., for only $13 a plate.
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State of the county

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Lapham says county in strong financial position Calling Austin County “a great place to live,” Austin County Judge Tim Lapham said the county is doing well and sitting in a strong financial position as it did last year during his state of the county address. “The county is in approximately the same financial position as last year.
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Kitzman files HB 43 to increase relief to Texas farmers

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Bill expands access to TAFA funds, cuts red tape, and supports Ag industry recovery AUSTIN, TEXAS – On April 1, the Texas House Committee on Agriculture & Livestock heard House Bill 43 by State Representative Stan Kitzman, which is designed to boost struggling state agriculture producers following years of record-setting agricultural losses across the state. House Bill 43 will expand existing financial support programs of the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority (TAFA) to better support the evolving needs of the state’s agriculture industry.
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Abbott announces $6 million in grants for rural hospitals

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AUSTIN—GovernorGregAbbott announced today that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)isawarding$6.25million in grant funding to eligible hospitals that serve rural communities. 'Rural healthcare is critical for the continued health and well-being of Texans across our great state,” said Governor Abbott.
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ATTWATER PRAIRIE CHICKEN HOST 27TH ANNUAL “BOOMIN’ AND BLOOMIN" FESTIVAL

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National Wildlife Refuge celebrates grand opening of new headquarters The Attwater Prairie Chicken National Wildlife Refuge held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of their new headquarters on Friday, April 4 and hosted their 27th annual Boomin’ and Bloomin’ festival Saturday, April 5 through Sunday, April 6. The grand opening of the new headquarters features a visitor center with displays of all the wildlife found on the prairie, as well as a display of the endangered prairie chicken, an informational booth and an educational video about the work being done on the refuge and more.
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Millions to be returned to retirement value investors

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Last week, Travis County State District Judge, Maya Guerra Gamble, ruled in favor of a motion to distribute more than $4.5 million to investors in Retirement Value, LLC (RV). The motion was filed on March 4, by Michael D. Napoli, counsel to the court-appointed receiver in control of the company—Eduardo S. Espinosa with Akerman, LLP. The Honorable Judge Gamble entered the distribution order on March 28.
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Abbott directs Texas Rangers to open criminal investigation into East Plano Islamic Center

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AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott directed the Texas Rangers to open an investigation into the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) and any affiliated entities for potential criminal activities. “Texas is a law-and-order state, and those scheming to evade law enforcement scrutiny must know justice is awaiting them,” said Governor Abbott.
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Scouts show resilience as Coastal Plains District Camporee shifts gears due to weather threat

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Despite severe weather forecasts, high winds, and tornado watches threatening the 2025 Coastal Plains District Camporee, Scouts from Troop 1880 (Richmond) and Troop 941 (Fulshear) rose to the occasion with flexibility, leadership, and true Scouting spirit.