Congress is currently debating two versions of another stimulus check to Americans. Democrats want $1,200 per family member regardless of age, capping the payments at $6,000 per household. Republicans want $1,200 per adult and an additional $500 per dependent in each American household. It is unclear when exactly Americans can expect a form of these payments. … [Read more...] about Gov. Abbott extends emergency SNAP benefits through August as coronavirus pandemic continues
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Abbott issues clarity on Texas schools reopening in the fall
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a guidance letter earlier this week stating local health authorities cannot issue orders that close schools to slow the spread of COVID-19. Abbott agreed with this guidance in his letter and said local health authorities do not have the power to shut down schools solely as a preventive measure against the pandemic. … [Read more...] about Abbott issues clarity on Texas schools reopening in the fall
Texas Gov. Abbott skipping GOP convention to deal with coronavirus outbreak
The president and Republican officials were angered after Gov. Roy Cooper of North Carolina, a Democrat, said that because of the pandemic he wasn’t prepared to guarantee the RNC a full-fledged convention with an arena packed full of party officials, delegates and activists as desired by Trump. … [Read more...] about Texas Gov. Abbott skipping GOP convention to deal with coronavirus outbreak
Private school Xavier Academy set to use new 13,000 sq ft Upper Kirby to offer in-person learning
“I think the teachers learned that the way to do this most effectively was to just be available,” said Keith. “Whether that meant running zoom meetings all day long and letting kids pop in or having extended hours or working on a Sunday because you knew that some of the students have part-time jobs and they work through the week.” … [Read more...] about Private school Xavier Academy set to use new 13,000 sq ft Upper Kirby to offer in-person learning
Joe Rogan moving from California to Texas for ‘more freedom’
The move likely comes as little surprise to Rogan's fans, given that the popular comedian and commentator has previously hinted at relocating to the Lone Star State, according to The Hill. … [Read more...] about Joe Rogan moving from California to Texas for ‘more freedom’
