News

Oct 30

Governor Abbott Announces Texas Energy Fund Loan To 1,350 MW West Texas Natural Gas Power Plant

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the fifth Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) loan agreement for a 1,350 megawatt (MW) natural gas power plant in Ward County.

Oct 29

Governor Abbott Congratulates Texas Restaurants On 2025 MICHELIN Guide Texas Recognition

Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the Texas restaurants selected for the 2025 MICHELIN Guide Texas featuring 18 one-MICHELIN-Star establishments and four MICHELIN Green Star eateries.

Oct 29

Governor Abbott Announces Over $1.2 Million In Career Training Grants For West Texas Schools

Governor Greg Abbott today announced four Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling over $1.2 million have been awarded to four schools in West Texas by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC).

Oct 28

Governor Abbott Congratulates Arlington As Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community

Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the City of Arlington for being designated a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas after completing the multi-step certification process.

Oct 27

Governor Abbott Invites Texas Veterans To 2025 Statewide Hiring Fair

Governor Greg Abbott today invited Texas veterans, service members, and veteran spouses to participate in the 2025 Hiring Red, White & You! statewide hiring fair November 4 through November 20.

Oct 24
Oct 23

Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Severe Storm Threat

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of a growing threat of severe storms for a large portion of Texas beginning tonight and lasting through the weekend.

Oct 22

Governor Abbott Honors Live Oak County Sheriff Busby At Coastal Bend Peace Officers Association

Governor Greg Abbott today joined the Coastal Bend Peace Officers Association (CBPOA) and Operation Lone Star Taskforce to honor Live Oak County Sheriff Larry Busby for his 44 years of service.