Month: April 2024

Texas, Biden Administration Take Their Battle Over New Immigration Law To Federal Appeals Court

A federal appeals court in New Orleans heard arguments regarding Texas’ controversial Senate Bill 4, which would allow state police to arrest migrants suspected of entering the U.S. illegally. The Biden administration and civil rights organizations argue the law is unconstitutional, while Texas officials claim it aligns with federal law. The court must now decide if SB 4 can go into effect, a decision that could have significant implications for immigration enforcement in the state.

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Utility Pole Inspection Company Declines To Testify At Texas Panhandle Wildfire Investigation Hearing

Osmose Utilities Services, a company contracted by Xcel Energy for safety inspections, declined to testify before Texas lawmakers investigating the Smokehouse Creek fire, the largest wildfire in state history. Despite Osmose’s absence, Kevin Pierce from the Texas A&M Forest Service told the committee that a decayed utility pole, possibly inspected by Osmose, caused the fire, with Xcel Energy’s facilities implicated in the ignition. Osmose reaffirmed its commitment to assisting the investigation but has faced criticism for not cooperating fully with local inquiries.

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Gadhave Earns ‘New Innovator’ Research Award From Foundation For Food And Agriculture Research

Kiran Gadhave, Ph.D., a Texas A&M AgriLife Research entomologist, has been honored with the New Innovator in Food and Agriculture Research Award from the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research. His groundbreaking research aims to develop an integrated pest management tool to combat tomato spotted wilt virus and thrips, offering a sustainable solution to enhance specialty crop production in the Texas Panhandle and beyond. Dr. Gadhave’s innovative approach using independent-mobile RNA has the potential to revolutionize pest-pathogen control in various food crops worldwide.

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How Do Animals React To A Solar Eclipse?

As the solar eclipse approaches on April 8, scientists are eager to observe how animals will react to the sudden darkness. While some animals may exhibit changes in behavior such as increased anxiety or preparation for nighttime, others may show no noticeable response. Researchers are encouraging citizen scientists to join in observations to help broaden understanding of how wildlife reacts to these rare celestial events.

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Connell’s One-Hit Shutout Leads Blinn To Region XIV South Victory Over Coastal Bend

Blinn College’s Shane Connell delivered a dominant performance, pitching a six-inning, complete-game shutout against Coastal Bend College. Connell’s efforts led the Buccaneers to a 10-0 victory, extending their winning streak to five games and keeping them tied for first place in the Region XIV South standings. Blinn’s offense supported Connell with nine hits, including a home run, securing a decisive win in the series opener.

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