(Press Release) IBC Bank Chairman and CEO Dennis E. Nixon, a longtime advocate for free trade who has worked hard for the passage of the USMCA trade agreement, was recently named co-chair with his Mexican counterpart, of the Trade Policy Working group of the U.S.-Mexico CEO Dialogue. The group strengthens…

Eric Tegethoff, Public News Service – ID BOISE, Idaho – Childhood trauma has long-lasting effects on a person’s well-being. According to recent data, it impacts thousands of Idahoans with serious health conditions and even death. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says at least five of the top 10…

By Stacy Fernández, The Texas Tribune Dec. 18, 2019 “An estimated 390,000 Texans might lose access to food stamps under new Trump policy” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and…

Eric Galatas, Public News Service – TX AUSTIN, Texas – Children up to age 6 in Texas and across the nation continue to lose health coverage, according to a new Georgetown University report. Among 14 states that have not expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, Texas has the highest…

By Kiah Collier, The Texas Tribune Dec. 17, 2019 “In win for Harvey victims, federal judge finds government liable for reservoir flooding” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide…

By Kiah Collier, The Texas Tribune Dec. 18, 2019 “Texas regulators want stiffer penalties for company whose Port Neches plant exploded” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues….

(Press Release) About 625 graduates crossed the stage to receive their degrees during two commencement ceremonies held at the Steinke Physical Education Center at Texas A&M University-Kingsville Friday, Dec. 13. At the 10:30 a.m. ceremony, graduates from the Dick and Mary Lewis Kleberg College of Agriculture and Natural Resources; the…

(Press Release) Eagle Pass Independent School District has partnered with local businesses throughout our city to highlight the Teacher of the Month program, which honors educators who have made a difference in our community.  The program recognizes outstanding kindergarten, elementary, junior high, and high school teachers in Eagle Pass, Texas. December’s…

By: Miguel Munoz, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2019 A total of seven candidates have registered for the City of Eagle Pass Special Officers Election to be held on February 1, 2020, announced City Secretary Imelda B. Rodriguez. After the resignation of Mayor Ramsey English Cantu on November 12,…

The City of Eagle Pass has received notice from the National Weather Service of Freezing Temperatures. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25°F expected. From midnight tonight to 9 AM CST Wednesday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Keep children, elderly and disabled inside home; if there is a need to go outside, make sure…