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More than three-fourths of Texas teachers say they have seriously considered quitting the profession largely because of a perceived lack of respect and support, according to a new survey by the Charles Butt Foundation.

Austin County residents with Weston Property & Casualty Insurance policies will remain insured after Governor Greg Abbott announced the Texas Department of Insurance has issued an emergency rule to protect policyholders this hurricane season.

For the fiscal year 2021-2022, Texas Governor Greg Abbott criticized Harris County’s attempt to cut funding for two Harris County Constables’ Offices for the 20212022 fiscal year. As a result of complaints filed by Harris County Constables Mark Herman, representing Precinct 4 and Constable Ted Heap, representing Precinct 5, in July 2022, the Texas Comptroller was notified to investigate complaints defunding law enforcement.

Changes are coming to the Sealy Chamber of Commerce with one change being the new executive director. Sealy Chamber of Commerce President Tori Fisher said she loves owning a business in a small town.

The Texas Department of Transportation has adopted a 10-year statewide roadway construction plan with a record $85 billion price tag, officials announced last week. The Unified Transportation Plan authorizes the distribution of construction money that is expected to be available during the next decade. Within that framework, TxDOT works with elected officials and local planning organizations, as well as the public, to pick and fund the state’s highest priority transportation projects.

HUNTSVILLE - The following area students received degrees during the 2022 Summer semester at Sam Houston State University. BELLVILLE, TX • Adrianna Colvin, Bachelor of Science, Education INDUSTRY, TX • Aunnika Wittner, Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Business, Cum Laude SEALY, TX • Areelly Arriaga, Bachelor of Business Admin, International Business • Jared Brantly, Bachelor of Science, Construction Management.