Clapper Rail

Clapper Rail (CLRA)
Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center
Port Aransas, Texas
January 15, 2026
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Commissionors urge rethinking of "Culture in the Core" festival as city eyes ways to cut costs and grow attendance Staff told commissioners Culture in the Core draws about 1,000 attendees annually at roughly $90,000 cost; commissioners proposed rebranding, targeted outreach, vendor adjustments and community planning partnerships to increase attendance and reduce per-attendee cost.

The "Culture in the Core" festival may be getting a makeover as city commissioners brainstorm ways to boost attendance while cutting costs—could this mean a new vibe for downtown?

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#RichardsonDallasCounty #TX #RichardsonCulture #LocalOutreach #CitizenPortal #CommunityEvent

Richardson advisory commission advises against city social posts tied to religious observances, asks staff to study alternatives After a lengthy debate March 26, Richardson's Community Inclusion and Engagement Commission voted to advise the city not to include social-media posts that mark events "based on religious significance" and asked staff to return with further analysis and alternatives such as community partnerships and reposting Interfaith Alliance events.

Richardson's Community Inclusion and Engagement Commission sparks debate as they recommend against social media posts for religious events, pushing for inclusive alternatives instead.

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Wildflower festival briefing: council hears survey results, budget pressures and changes for 2026 Parks & Recreation staff reviewed survey findings (1,885 responses), programming and scheduling changes for Wildflower 2026, and budget challenges driven by rising entertainment fees and logistics; council debated strategies to increase ticket revenue while limiting cost growth.

Major changes are coming to the Wildflower Arts & Music Festival in 2026, driven by community feedback and budget challenges—will these updates attract larger crowds and close the subsidy gap?

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Yesterday, Mar 28th, was No Kings 3, and guess what we saw? A whole lot of #releasethefiles signs. If they think we've forgotten, we haven't. If they think we're going to let it go, we're not.
#doodle #introvert #protest #contactyourreps #doodleselfcare #TX #resist #bigmad #artrage #snailmail

McLendon-Chisholm proclaims support for Safe Haven Baby Boxes, honors donors and announces community events At its March 24 meeting, the McLendon-Chisholm City Council read proclamations supporting Safe Haven Baby Boxes and recognized local donors and partners; councilmembers also announced a candidate forum, an egg-drop event and a farewell lunch for Mayor Brian McNeal.

The McLendon-Chisholm City Council is taking bold steps to support the Safe Haven Baby Box program while celebrating community heroes and upcoming local events!

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#RockwallCounty #TX #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #CommunitySupport #McLendonChisholmSafeHaven #LocalEvents

McLendon-Chisholm adopts revised fee schedule as city prepares online permitting rollout The McLendon-Chisholm City Council approved an amended fee schedule March 24 to align permit fees with a forthcoming Tyler Technologies permitting module. Staff said the system is in testing and 'will hopefully be live in about two weeks.'

McLendon-Chisholm is gearing up for a game-changing online permitting system, with a new fee schedule set to launch in just two weeks!

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#RockwallCounty #TX #Permits #CitizenPortal #LocalFees #CivicTransparency #DigitalGovernment

$20 REWARD. RAN-AWAY from the subscriber, residing on the Brazos, 15 miles below Chappell Hill, Texas, a negro man named Jerry, about five feet five inches high, dark complexion, about twenty-six years of age; the middle toe of one foot off. I will pay the above rward for his delivery to myself, or to J. C. Wallis, at Chappell Hill, March 10th, 1852. JOSEPH CHAMBERS.

In March 1852, I left Joseph Chambers on the Brazos, below Chappell Hill, TX. I am moving through the dense river timber, finally out of his reach. Chambers and his partner J.C. Wallis wait in town for my capture, but I follow the water to my freedom. My name was JERRY. #TX

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www.instagram.com/reel/DWcb9qB... URGENT DEADLINE TOMORROW DALLAS TEXAS!! #TX #TEXAS #ADOPTDONTSHOP #DOGS #DOGLOVERS #SOS #RESCUES #FOSTERS #HELP #FOSTERSSAVELIVES

Katy ISD health plan running multi-year deficits; trustees press for options as pharmacy costs surge Risk-management staff told the board that participation has fallen to about 61% and that pharmacy (specialty drugs) and large claims have driven a sharp increase in the health-fund deficit; the district reported administrative savings but trustees asked for TRS comparisons, clearer employee communications and options to support staff affordability.

Katy ISD's health plan is facing a staggering deficit driven by skyrocketing pharmacy costs and large claims, prompting trustees to seek urgent solutions for staff affordability.

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#TX #CivicAccountability #EmployeeWellbeing #CitizenPortal #HealthCosts #TexasHealthcare

Katy ISD teacher warns planned ESL staffing cuts will hurt vulnerable students An ESL teacher told the Katy ISD Board that proposed staffing reductions will reduce grade-level ESL coverage for 259 students at her campus and could raise class sizes and eliminate supports such as GT and dyslexia instruction. Trustees said budget pressures and health-plan deficits are driving 'rightsizing' choices and deferred some decisions for further review.

Katy ISD's budget cuts threaten vital ESL support for 259 students, potentially harming their academic futures and success.

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#TX #BudgetPressures #CitizenPortal #StudentSupport #TexasESL #EducationAccess

Round Rock council approves multiple routine resolutions, interlocal agreements and bond refunding The council adopted the consent agenda and approved resolutions including an automatic-aid agreement with Travis County ESD No. 2, authorization for a BCRUA bond refunding, a Title VI transit policy update, an out-of-city water agreement for Whittlesea Real Estate, a water-treatment agreement renewal with Georgetown and an expansion of the facade-improvement program boundaries—all passed by unanimous council votes.

Round Rock City Council just approved a series of impactful resolutions that promise to enhance public safety, utility financing, and local economic growth—all without raising property taxes!

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Firefighter urges Round Rock voters to back Proposition B; mayor cautions against charter change A Round Rock firefighter urged voters to approve Proposition B, a charter amendment to require minimum staffing and response-time standards, citing multi-year consultant findings and union surveys; Mayor Craig Morgan praised public-safety investment but warned the measure could limit local control and carry fiscal and legal risks.

Round Rock firefighter Bill Clifton is urging voters to support Proposition B to ensure faster emergency response times and adequate staffing—could this be the change our community needs?

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#RoundRockWilliamsonCounty #TX #CommunityInvolvement #CitizenPortal

Lucas City Council approves Aztec Trail repairs, hydrant maintenance contract and park infield work, selects engineer for Trinity Park waterline grant The Lucas City Council on March 19 authorized contracts and interlocal changes to repair Aztec Trail, approved a five-year hydrant and valve maintenance cooperative contract, funded infield repairs at Kenneth R. Lewis Park, and adopted a resolution selecting SPI Engineering to support a TDA TXCDBG waterline grant for Trinity Park.

The Lucas City Council just approved major upgrades for Aztec Trail and improvements for Trinity Park, paving the way for a brighter future in community infrastructure!

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Interim Fire Chief Lasky outlines call volume, staffing needs and a pre-hospital blood program Interim Fire Chief Lasky reported 2025 call totals and 2026 activity, described mutual aid and dispatch procedures, urged additional staffing to meet 'two-in/two-out' safety standards, and announced a partnership to carry blood on ambulances with Medical City McKinney.

Interim Fire Chief Lasky unveiled crucial updates on call volumes, staffing challenges, and a groundbreaking initiative to carry blood on ambulances that could save lives in severe emergencies.

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Flower Mound commission hears $101M arts‑center aspiration, narrows priorities to theater, gallery and classrooms Architects presented a pre‑design for a Flower Mound Arts Center whose aspirational program costs about $101 million; the Cultural Arts Commission urged preserving a main theater that distinguishes the town plus a dedicated gallery and classrooms, and asked staff to present mid‑range options for Town Council.

The Flower Mound Arts Center's ambitious $101 million vision is taking shape, but will the Cultural Arts Commission prioritize a spectacular theater, a dedicated gallery, and essential classrooms?

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#FlowerMoundDentonCounty #TX #CommunityEngagement #CulturalDevelopment

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🚨 ADOPT/RESCUE – SPACE – DEADLINE 03/30 at 11AM CST 🚨 Ice needs placement urgently due to shelter capacity • Animal ID: Ice A1271857 • 3 years old | Spayed Female | 50.8 lbs • Heartworm Negative •... TikTok video by Scooby Snacks 🐾

www.tiktok.com/t/ZTkNTQC6V/ URGENT DEADLINE 3/30!! DALLAS TEXAS ANIMAL SHELTER!! #TX #TEXAS #ADOPTDONTSHOP #DOGS #DOGLOVERS #SOS #RESCUES #FOSTERS #HELP #FOSTERSSAVELIVES

Houston County commissioners approve purchases, hires, insurance renewal and program participation At their March 24 meeting the Houston County Commissioners unanimously approved budget amendments, new hires and promotions, multiple equipment and vehicle purchases totaling hundreds of thousands, an insurance renewal that adds cyber coverage, and participation in a youth leadership program.

Houston County Commissioners just made crucial decisions that include new hires, major equipment purchases, and enhanced cyber-security insurance—what does this mean for the community?

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Burleson County commissioners approve easement purchase, renew recycling contract and authorize street‑work RFP; postpone Drug‑Free Communities grant action At its Jan. 28 meeting, the Burleson County Commissioners Court unanimously approved an easement purchase for a drainage project, renewed a Keep Texas Recycling brokerage agreement, authorized an RFP for street improvements tied to a GLO grant, and postponed consideration of a Drug‑Free Communities grant application and related MOU.

Burleson County Commissioners made significant strides in local infrastructure and recycling efforts while putting a crucial drug prevention grant on hold—what does this mean for the community?

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11-29-25
Gulf Fritillary
(Dione vanillae)
Texas A&M University
Corpus Christi, TX

#texasphotography #wildlifephotography #entomology #lepidoptera #GulfFritillary #Dionrvanillae #nikon #nikond7500 #naturephotography #insects #butterfly #Texas #TX #TAMUCC #Agraulis #Dione #Heliconiinae #Nymphalidae

Council approves interactive kiosk program after divided hearing over privacy, aesthetics and revenue Council approved a code change and contract framework to allow interactive digital kiosks for wayfinding and advertising despite neighborhood opposition and failed amendments to limit locations and cap rollout.

Austin City Council has greenlit interactive kiosks that promise to enhance navigation and boost local businesses, but not without sparking fierce debate over privacy and aesthetics.

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#AustinTravisCounty #TX #CommunityEngagement #CitizenPortal #DigitalInnovation #PublicSafety

Council approves developer’s height and density request at 1000 Red River despite neighborhood objections After a contested hearing with preservation, environmental and university stakeholders, council approved a developer request for large density and height increases at 1000 Red River; staff had recommended a lower maximum.

In a surprising move, the Austin council has approved a controversial height and density increase at 1000 Red River, defying staff recommendations and sparking significant community backlash.

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#AustinTravisCounty #TX #CitizenPortal #EnvironmentalImpact #CommunityInput

Council adopts Austin Core Transportation Plan with amendments to explore two‑way street conversions After public hearings, council adopted the Austin Core Transportation Plan, adding direction to study two‑way street conversions downtown and prioritize pedestrian and bus improvements.

Austin's City Council just approved a transformative transportation plan prioritizing pedestrians and cyclists while exploring two-way street conversions—could this be the key to a more mobile downtown?

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#AustinTravisCounty #TX #SustainableTransit #CitizenPortal #UrbanMobility

Austin council advances missing‑middle zoning and a suite of parking reforms after hours of public comment Council moved a package of housing and parking measures aimed at expanding 'missing middle' housing and managing parking near future light‑rail stations, after hours of testimony from residents, developers and advocacy groups.

Austin's City Council just approved groundbreaking measures to boost affordable housing options and reshape parking regulations, potentially changing the city's landscape forever!

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Austin proclaims March 2026 'Parking Reform Month,' cites costs of structured parking and 2023 rule change Austin City Council declared March 2026 'Parking Reform Month,' highlighting the city's 2023 elimination of minimum parking requirements citywide and warning that structured parking can cost "$5,000 to $50,000" per space, a cost often passed to renters and homeowners.

Austin is leading the charge in housing affordability by declaring March 2026 as "Parking Reform Month," eliminating costly parking minimums that inflate construction expenses and rents.

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#AustinTravisCounty #TX #TransportationReform #CitizenPortal #HousingAffordability

Northern Shoveler

Northern Shoveler (NOSH)
Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center
Port Aransas, Texas
January 15, 2026
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my blue iris are starting to pop (Iris spuria) #bloomscrolling #flowers #garden #ftw #tx