As Spring Break begins, I would like to show the importance of the Texas Coast. Texas has over 360 miles of coastline known as the Gulf Coast. The coastline and beaches of Texas are important for our ecosystem, communities, and economy. These areas are home to marine life and wildlife, and to their natural habitats.…

March is Women’s History Month. Our country aims to recognize the contributions of women throughout our nation’s history. International Women’s Day also takes place during the month of March. It is recognized by many countries around the world and serves as a leading recognition of women’s rights around the world. Women’s History Month evolved from…

Texas is currently holding approximately $10 billion in cash and other valuables, waiting for its rightful owners to claim them. The Texas Comptroller estimates that one in four residents of the State of Texas has unclaimed property. Examples of unclaimed property include dividend, payroll, or cashier’s checks; stocks, bonds, and mutual fund accounts; utility deposits…

The month of February is proclaimed as National Cancer Prevention Month. According to the American Association for Cancer Research, two million Americans are diagnosed with cancer each year. Additionally, The American Cancer Society projects that in 2026 over 626,140 deaths will occur in the United States due to cancer. The purpose of National Cancer Prevention…

The month of February is designated as Heart Month. This month, we strive to educate the public about the importance of improving heart health. This endeavor aims to help people identify and understand helpful adjustments that can be made to increase heart health. The term “heart disease” refers to several types of heart conditions. In…