:quality(75)/https://static.texastribune.org/media/files/10878c96c102a1f3de964eb1f494ac30/2017-08-30T000000Z_1303699383_RC1E19D318B0_RTRMADP_3_STORM-HARVEY.JPG?w=627&resize=627,376&ssl=1 "Texas Lawmakers Consider Spending Billion For Flood Prevention And Galvestonโs โIke Dikeโ")
The coastal barrier project may get $550 million from the state this year, and another half a billion could be on the table for flood-control projects. But thatโs a fraction of the estimated need for flood mitigation.
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Aquatic vegetation expert to cover biology, identification, management options
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Quench your sweet tooth and fizzy cravings with the delightful collaboration of Blue Bell and Dr Pepper in their newest creation, Dr Pepper Float Ice Cream. This tantalizing treat combines creamy vanilla ice cream with a swirl of Dr Pepper flavored sherbet, creating a refreshing and indulgent experience that will leave you floating on a cloud of flavor.
Read More:quality(75)/https://static.texastribune.org/media/files/831ddc46fe3f87ba44f611929b7b627a/Hillcrest%20Reginery%20CC%20ES%20TT%2006.jpg?w=627&resize=627,376&ssl=1 "Texas House Moves To Crack Down On Polluters With Stricter Penalties And Heavier Oversight")
The bill would require the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to focus enforcement and increase penalties on repeat violators and increase public outreach. Still, environmental advocates say the effort was too โmodestโ in its reach.
Read More:quality(75)/https://static.texastribune.org/media/files/7352807bd06fe24360b67d83532080ca/0227%20Fairfield%20Lake%20SP%20EG%2045.jpg?w=627&resize=627,376&ssl=1 "Texas House Approves Bills To Spend Up To Billion To Buy More State Parkland")
The Texas House paved the way for a billion-dollar investment in state parks, which one advocate said would create โa new golden ageโ for the park system. Texas now ranks 35th nationally in state park acreage per capita.
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