Wallis Town Hall Meeting – February 12, 2024
The mayor of Wallis, Texas held the third town hall meeting at the City of Wallis complex in the city council chambers at 6:30. The following video is of that town hall.
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Month: February 2024
South Texas Citrus Poised For A Comeback
Despite recent challenges like Hurricane Hanna, winter storm Uri, and droughts, the Texas citrus industry has shown resilience, with this year’s crop quality and quantity surpassing expectations. The industry, mainly located in the Lower Rio Grande Valley, has seen increased fruit prices and cash receipts, exceeding $200 million annually, highlighting its economic importance. While concerns about water availability persist, efforts to combat citrus greening and favorable growing conditions have contributed to a positive outlook for the future of Texas citrus.
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Blinn’s Rivera Turns Passion For Video Games Into Educational Cheat Code
Logan Rivera, a sophomore from Katy, Texas, thought growing up meant giving up video games for college. However, at Blinn College, he discovered he could pursue both, turning his passion for gaming, especially Call of Duty, into a productive part of his collegiate journey. Joining Blinn’s esports program, Rivera’s natural talent and dedication helped lead his team to a historic championship, showcasing his skills both in and out of the game as he pursues a future in cloud computing.
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Blinn Splits Two Matches In Collegiate Call Of Duty League Play
The Blinn College esports team showcased their prowess in the Collegiate Call of Duty League, securing a decisive 3-0 victory over Arkansas State University but facing a tough 3-0 defeat against Kennesaw State University. With this result, Blinn’s record stands at 2-2 in the Southeast division, setting the stage for an exciting matchup against Guilford Technical College in their NJCAA Esports opener on Tuesday, Feb. 13.
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Nine Buccaneers Sign Letters Of Intent On National Signing Day
Nine Buccaneers from the Blinn College football team secured their futures on National Signing Day, committing to various four-year universities. Head Coach Ryan Mahon praised the players’ dedication on and off the field, emphasizing their significant contributions to the program over the past two years. Among the notable signings, defensive end Brien Taylor is set to join the University of Florida, while defensive back Maurice Evans will be part of the University of Utah football team, highlighting the team’s success in advancing players to Power-5 and FCS programs.
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