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Texas Confronts Escalating Opioid Crisis with Focus on Treatment Accessibility and Collaborative Response
The opioid crisis in Texas has reached alarming levels, prompting urgent discussions about the need for enhanced treatment accessibility and compassionate support for individuals grappling with addiction. Recent Texas addiction statistics reveal a troubling trend that underscores the severity of the situation. According to ...
February 3, 2026Read more

DFW Car & Toy Museum Acquires Rare Japanese Fuel Truck, Highlighting Toyota's Utilitarian Engineering
The DFW Car & Toy Museum has enhanced its Ron Sturgeon Collection with a distinctive 1996 Toyota TownAce 4×4 Fuel Truck imported directly from Japan, adding a functional piece of automotive history that demonstrates engineering for demanding environments. This compact right-hand-drive utility vehicle features a fully operat...
February 3, 2026Read more

Kopser Campaign Contacts 18,000 Unregistered Voters in Travis County to Strengthen Civic Participation
Kopser for Texas contacted 18,000+ unregistered Travis County residents, aiming to expand voter participation. Led by candidate Joseph Kopser, the campaign uses relational organizing and tools like the Reach App to engage new voters and strengthen democracy.
February 3, 2026Read more

Candidate Gleason Proposes Collaborative Governance Model for Kendall County
Kendall County Judge candidate Ricky Gleason points to Comfort Vision 2050 as a blueprint for collaborative, citizen-led governance. Emphasizing listening over dictating, Gleason outlines a unifying leadership approach to tackle growth, public safety, and infrastructure challenges across the county.
February 2, 2026Read more

Virtuix Begins Trading on Nasdaq Following 138% Revenue Growth, Secures $61 Million in Financing
Virtuix Inc., an Austin-based developer of full-body virtual reality systems, announced that its Class A ordinary shares began trading on the Global Market tier of The Nasdaq Stock Market under the ticker symbol VTIX. This development follows the effectiveness of the company's Form S-1 registration statement on Jan. 22, rep...
February 2, 2026Read more

Texas Manufacturer Delivers 2,000 Custom Hats for Lockheed Martin Event with U.S. Secretary of War in 8 Days
Just Right Products, Inc., the wholly owned subsidiary of ADM Endeavors, successfully produced and delivered 2,000 red, white, and blue hats to Lockheed Martin for an important event featuring U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. The defense contractor approached Just Right Products with a challenging request: 2,000 hats fea...
February 2, 2026Read more

Innovative Designs Reports Record Financial Year Driven by Insulation Product Demand
Innovative Designs, Inc. reported record financial results for fiscal year 2025, with sales revenues reaching $2,765,149 compared to $1,382,733 in the previous year. This represents a 100% year-over-year increase, marking the company's best year in history. The growth is primarily attributed to rising demand for the company...
February 2, 2026Read more

North Austin Home Care Agency Earns Dual National Honors for Client and Caregiver Excellence
After being voted Best Home Care Agency in the Best of Round Rock community awards, A Place At Home - North Austin has earned two national 2025 Best of Home Care Awards. The recognitions reflect both client trust and a caregiver-first culture serving families across North Austin.
February 2, 2026Read more

National TAB Intelligence Marks 20 Years of Transforming Building Performance Management in Texas
National TAB Intelligence commemorates its 20th anniversary this year, marking two decades of addressing critical needs in building performance management. Founded in 2006 to provide better consistency and accountability in HVAC testing, adjusting, and balancing services for restaurants, the company has evolved into a full-...
February 2, 2026Read more

WebCE Wins Gold Stevie Award for Human-Centric Contact Center Excellence
WebCE has secured a Gold Stevie Award in the Contact Center of the Year category at the 20th Annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. This represents the company's first Gold win and its fifth overall Stevie Award in this category, building upon previous Silver and Bronze recognitions. The award underscores a sign...
February 2, 2026Read more

Dunhill Partners CEO Challenges Retail Decline Narrative, Shares Investment Philosophy at Cornell Event
Bill Hutchinson, Founder and CEO of Dunhill Partners, Inc., addressed the Dallas Chapter of the Cornell Real Estate Council on November 20, 2025, offering insights from his 42-year career in commercial real estate. Speaking to an audience of Cornell students, alumni, and institutional leaders, Hutchinson shared the strategi...
January 31, 2026Read more

DFW Car and Toy Museum Expands into Unconventional Wedding Venue Market
The DFW Car and Toy Museum in Fort Worth, Texas, known for its extensive collection of classic automobiles and rare toys, is now marketing itself as an unconventional wedding venue that provides a memorable alternative to traditional event spaces. According to museum founder Ron Sturgeon, the 150,000-square-foot facility of...
January 31, 2026Read more

Harbor Energy Simplifies Mineral Rights Sales Process for Texas Owners
Harbor Energy, a buyer of mineral rights throughout the United States, has published new website content outlining a simplified three-step process for owners to sell their oil and gas rights. The company aims to demystify a transaction that often confuses individuals who inherit mineral rights but are unfamiliar with the ad...
January 31, 2026Read more

A1 Affordable Garage Door Services Expands 24/7 Emergency Coverage for North Texas Homeowners
A1 Affordable Garage Door Services, a locally owned business with over 24 years of experience and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, is growing its 24/7 emergency services to meet the needs of residents in Plano, Frisco, Allen, McKinney, and surrounding areas. Garage door failures—specifically broken torsion spri...
January 31, 2026Read more

Texas Energy Healer Releases Guide Addressing Loneliness Epidemic with Holistic Approach
Energy healer and author Linda B. Riddle has released a new guide titled "From Loneliness to Reclaiming Joy" to address what she describes as one of the most pressing emotional and spiritual challenges of our time. The guide comes as national health leaders have labeled loneliness a public health epidemic, with a 2023 U.S. ...
January 30, 2026Read more

Austin Tax Law Firm Offers Specialized Assistance for Travis County Residents Facing IRS Wage Garnishments
Taxpayers in Travis County facing IRS wage garnishments now have access to specialized legal assistance aimed at protecting their income and financial stability. Wage garnishments occur when the IRS deducts portions of earnings directly from paychecks to satisfy unpaid tax debts, creating significant financial strain for af...
January 30, 2026Read more

Texas State University's LIFT Accelerator Boosts Marketing Confidence for Small Businesses
More than 300 small business leaders recently completed Texas State University's Learning and Insights for Forward Traction (LIFT) accelerator, a six-week program designed to strengthen marketing skills and help small businesses grow. The program was developed by Texas State's Sustainable Cultivation and Advancement of Loca...
January 30, 2026Read more

Provident Financial Services Reports Third Consecutive Record Revenue Quarter
Provident Financial Services Inc. delivered another strong quarter of expanding profitability and continued operating momentum according to coverage updated by Stonegate Capital Partners. Net income increased to $83.4 million, resulting in earnings per share of $0.64 and driving a return on average assets of 1.34%. The comp...
January 29, 2026Read more

Texas Manufacturer Completes Winter Merchandise Production for Major YouTube Creator Brand
The manufacturing subsidiary of ADM Endeavors, Inc. has completed production of winter merchandise for one of YouTube's most prominent creator brands. Just Right Products, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of ADM Endeavors, produced a winter merchandise run for Unspeakable, a leading YouTube creator known for Minecraft conten...
January 29, 2026Read more

Olenox Industries Announces $36 Million Midstream Acquisition in Oklahoma STACK Play
Olenox Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: OLOX) has executed a non-binding letter of intent to acquire the midstream business and transportation assets of CPE Gathering MidCon LLC from Vivakor Inc. (OTC: VIVK). The proposed transaction, valued at approximately $36 million, includes the Omega pipeline system serving the Oklahoma STACK...
January 29, 2026Read more

Nvidia Releases Open-Source AI Models to Revolutionize Texas Weather Forecasting
Nvidia has introduced three open-source artificial intelligence models specifically designed to enhance the speed and precision of weather forecasting systems. The announcement was made during the American Meteorological Society's annual conference in Houston, highlighting the growing role of AI in meteorological science. T...
January 29, 2026Read more


