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Texas leads nation in population gains as immigration slowdown tempers growth

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Texas leads nation in population gains as immigration slowdown tempers growth

The U.S. Census Bureau has released new data. The Census Bureau shows that Texas gained more individuals than any other state in 2025, by more than 391,000 people. But the state's general growth rate slowed because fewer people came from other countries across the country.

Houston retiree launches $250M push to restore Texas oyster reefs

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Houston retiree launches $250M push to restore Texas oyster reefs

After retiring from the energy industry, Houston businessman John Eads founded Coastal Preservation & Restoration, a nonprofit dedicated to rebuilding Texas’ depleted oyster reefs. The group plans to invest $250 million over 25 years, partnering with conservation groups and supporting oyster license buybacks, mariculture, and reef restoration projects statewide.

Moody Gardens Mourns Loss of Beloved Penguin Hendrix

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Moody Gardens Mourns Loss of Beloved Penguin Hendrix

Moody Gardens is mourning the loss of Hendrix, a northern rockhopper penguin who spent more than 20 years delighting guests. Aquarium staff say the charismatic bird made an impression on visitors and caretakers alike.

Ex-Employee’s Facebook Post Puts Galveston Bait Shop in Online Crosshairs

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Ex-Employee’s Facebook Post Puts Galveston Bait Shop in Online Crosshairs

A former employee’s account of his firing from Smitty’s Bait House in Galveston ignited a heated debate in a large Facebook fishing group. Shop management disputes his version of events, saying staffing changes—not a freezer mix-up—led to his dismissal.

Nova Scotia–Tagged Great White Travels 2,000 Miles Toward Gulf

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Nova Scotia–Tagged Great White Travels 2,000 Miles Toward Gulf

A 12-foot, 1,009-pound massive female white shark tagged in Nova Scotia has traveled nearly 2,000 nautical miles and was tracked Jan. 30 near Mississippi’s Chandeleur Islands, according to OCEARCH researchers.

Police Arrest 27-Year-Old in Galveston Child Abduction Case

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Police Arrest 27-Year-Old in Galveston Child Abduction Case

A 27-year-old man faces an aggravated kidnapping charge after police say he forced a 12-year-old girl into his car, took her to a local hotel and assaulted her. Officers located the girl early Jan. 31 after tracking her phone to a Galveston hotel.

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Texas leads nation in population gains as immigration slowdown tempers growth

Houston retiree launches $250M push to restore Texas oyster reefs

Moody Gardens Mourns Loss of Beloved Penguin Hendrix

Ex-Employee’s Facebook Post Puts Galveston Bait Shop in Online Crosshairs

Nova Scotia–Tagged Great White Travels 2,000 Miles Toward Gulf

Police Arrest 27-Year-Old in Galveston Child Abduction Case

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