The USDA estimates the families of 3.8 million children could have received $120 per child to cover summer lunches if the state participated in the new $2.5 billion program launching this summer. Texas is one of 15 states opting out.

Panelists will discuss health care, business and economic development, education, and more in this daylong symposium.

Gillespie County Republicans are moving forward with a plan to count votes by hand during the 2024 primary election.