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A Look At 2024 Waterfowl Conservation Victories
The time 2024 was effective for Delta Waterfowl as an institution, and the function that Delta’s plan team does on behalf of birds and bird hunters was no exception. Delta works tirelessly at every level of government to combat the dangers of duck hunting, promote new and expanded opportunities for sportspeople and women, struggle for
Bass Education Function to be Hosted by TFFC
A two-day training event co-hosted by Toyota ShareLunker program partner Bass University will be held at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center ( TFFC). The in-person event takes place Jan. 11-12 in the Hart-Morris Conference Center at TFFC. ” We’re thrilled to have our Toyota ShareLunker Program partner Bass University back at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries
Texas Bird To Be Removed From Endangered Listing
After careful evaluation of the best available scientific and commercial data, the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service is announcing the completion of a five-year standing assessment for the golden-cheeked warbler- a Texas bird. The Secretary of the Interior is advised by the Service’s assessment to downlist the varieties from threatened to endangered under the
Cold-Warm Winter Weather Creates Fishing Opportunities
Winter temperature can be a spiral, swinging from comfortable, spring-like days to cloudy, coat-worthy mornings. Anglers have a unique opportunity to target a variety of species thanks to this yo-yo structure because fish react to changing circumstances. Whether you’re chasing guitar, flounder, or fish, understanding how fish conduct during these warm magic may set you
Texas Lawmaker Seeks Ban on Taxpayer-Funded Legal Services for Illegal Refugees
Numerous states in Texas have been providing legal services to illegal immigrants facing deportation, despite a state senator proposing a moratorium on the training. ” As Texans, we work hard for our money, and we expect our tax dollars to go towards strengthening our neighborhoods- not defending individuals who are these unlawfully”, Rep. Giovanni Capriglione
State Lawmaker’s Bill Would Allow Recall of Texas’ U.S. Senators
State Rep. Brian Harrison (R-Midlothian) introduced a bill in November 2024 that would allow the recall of Texas’ U.S. senators through a majority vote by the Texas Legislature, which would partially override the 17th Amendment to the Constitution — arguing that it would restore the “design of our Founders” for the Senate. House Bill (HB)
Texas Congressman Files Legislation to Move CBP Headquarters to Texas
Legislation filed by Rep. Keith Self (R-TX-03) would direct the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to move the Washington, D.C headquarters of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to a location in Texas — a proposal that will likely see approval from the incoming Trump administration. Under the legislation, if passed, the secretary of
Republican Caucus Rifts Mark the Texas House Speaker Race
The argument over the Texas House Republican Caucus’ speaker endorsement is a lot like Schrödinger’s Cat — the bylaw is both alive and dead depending on who one asks and until one opens the box that is the 2026 primary. Both sides of the speakership race have strong feelings about the validity and enforceability of
Abbott Appoints James Sullivan to Texas Supreme Court, Elevates Jimmy Blacklock to Chief Justice
Gov. Greg Abbott has selected James Sullivan to fill the empty seat on the Supreme Court of Texas (SCOTX) and elevated Justice Jimmy Blacklock as its new chief justice. ”Jimmy Blacklock has been a principled jurist while serving on the highest court in Texas and will be steadfast in his commitment to the rule of
Congress Certifies Donald Trump’s Electoral College Victory
President-elect Donald Trump’s 2024 Electoral College victory has been certified by the 119th Congress. Trump defeated Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris in November. He won the Electoral College vote 312 to 226 — and also won the popular vote over Harris by a margin of 1.5 percent. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is
The White Buffalo And Yellowstone
In the latest episode of Higher Calling Wildlife®, we embark on a life-changing journey into the heart of Yellowstone National Park and the story of a white bison. [embedded content]Joined by kids from the Yellowstone area, we explored the Lamar Valley, photographed incredible wildlife, and shared stories of survival and recovery. From witnessing bison during
CWD Found In Free-Range Deer In Roberts County
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) received notification of a new case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a free-range white-tailed deer in Roberts County, marking the first detection in the county. A hunter-harvested four-and-a-half-year-old male white-tailed deer tested positive using postmortem testing conducted as part of TPWD CWD surveillance efforts in the Panhandle. Texas
