Texas
Texas is a state located in the Southern and Western regions of the United States of America. With an area of 268,581 square miles (695,622 km²) and a population of 23.5 million in 254 counties, the state is second-largest in both area and population—behind Alaska and California, respectively. One out of two Texans reside in the metropolitan areas of Houston or Dallas–Fort Worth. More about Texas from Wikipedia »
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@VampireStan ah thats cool, I shold take a visit to Texas sometimes, I’ve neevr been there
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texas. thursday. can’t wait!
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Austin: Lt. Gov Promotes Texas Job Program http://austin.cityandpress.com/news/2010/02/09/lt-gov-promotes-texas-job-program
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Named 2007 Texas Judge of the Year. Has 600 continuing ed. hours. Created the first listserv, for exchanging ideas.
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ATF blames Texas church fires on serial arsonist
…this year. (AP Photo/Mike Fuentes, File)TYLER, Texas — Recent fires that destroyed or damaged several churches in eastern Texas were likely set by one person or group of people, federal authorities said Tuesday.Fires that broke out at two churches near Tyler…
Huskers join Huskies in basketball elite
…title. Nebraska is 21-0 and is running the table in the Big 12, which is widely regarded as the country's strongest conference.Texas coach Gail Goestenkors (GUEST'-en-kors) has played UConn and Nebraska, losing to both. She says she wouldn't bet against the…
Fire consumes 2 Texas churches amid spate of arson
TYLER, Texas - State and federal law enforcement agencies were vigorously working Tuesday to try to find out who has been setting fire to churches in eastern Texas.
Fires strike 2 more east Texas churches
…Feb. 4, 2010 file photo, investigators talk in front of the burned Russell Memorial United Methodist Church in Wills Point, Texas. The seventh church fire this year in east Texas destroyed the sanctuary of the church. A federal official says a fire that destroyed…
Top-ranked Kansas stifles sinking Texas 80-68
…during first half of an NCAA college basketball game Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Harry Cabluck)AUSTIN, Texas — Marcus Morris scored 18 points to lead No. 1 Kansas to an 80-68 victory over No. 14Texas on Monday night and the Jayhawks easily…
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Fires strike 2 more east Texas churches
A sheriff's dispatcher says fires have struck two more rural east Texas churches, just hours after investigators announced that a blaze last week marked the eighth dboxey So excited about this, my friends and I joke about … lost_love well for
Texas Churches Struck By Fires Following Arson Announcement
DALLAS — A sheriff's dispatcher says fires have struck two more rural east Texas churches, just hours after investigators announced that a blaze last week marked the eighth arson against a house of worship in the state this year. A Smith County sheriff'
Position-by-position recruiting ranks: Dallas-area players a big boost for Texas, A&M, Oklahoma
It's not like it's a huge recruiting secret — Texas is a hotbed for top-notch football talent. In case you're searching for more evidence to support that notion, take a look at Rivals.com's position-by-position rankings of the 2010 class. The
Allstate opening Texas call center
…help expand Allstate's operations in English and Spanish. Gov. Rick Perry says the state will invest $1.1 million through the Texas Enterprise Fund. Allstate spokesman Mark Pitchford says the San Antonio center will join existing units in Charlotte, N.C.,…
Gin Wigmore Makes US Debut
…br> Wigmore's tour will kick off in Austin on March 12, and after her record release show in New Orleans, she will return to the Texas capitol for some still-to-be-announced SXSW showcases. Tour Dates For Gin Wigmore: 03/12 Austin, TX Stubbs Ampitheater* 03/13…
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Truth, Justice and Honor… but, above all, Honor
The State shall be divided into senatorial districts of contiguous territory according to the number of qualified electors, as nearly as may be, and each district shall be entitled to elect one senator, and no single county shall be entitled to more than one senator.
Lock up your house and barn; watch your wife and children. The Texas Legislature is in session and nothing is safe.
What the Hell will our political districts look like now?
What good does it do a man to have the vote if he has only one person that he can vote for?
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