Good morning! On this day in 1886, one of the biggest gun battles in the history of the American West broke out on the day after a city election in Laredo, with 16 reported dead, though unofficial reports said the number may have been higher.
Country song Choosin’ Texas has hit its fifth week as #1 on the charts. What makes you choose Texas? Reply to this email to let us know.
If you’re one of roughly 50 million Americans enrolled in Medicare Part D, these changes could affect your costs more than you realize. On today’s episode of The Flyover Podcast, host Ayla Brown shares details on the updated spending cap, what counts toward it, and the long-awaited end of the donut hole. Tune in here!
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Strong Job Growth Expected
More than 278,000 new jobs are predicted to be added in Texas in 2026, according to a new report from the Dallas Federal Reserve.
This news comes as the Texas Workforce Commission said Texas added 40,100 nonfarm jobs in January 2026, bringing the total to 14,379,500 positions, a historic high.
“Among major Texas metros, Austin and San Antonio posted the fastest employment growth at 5.9 percent, followed by Dallas at 4.8 percent, El Paso at 4.4 percent, Houston at 4.1 percent, and Fort Worth at 2.9 percent,” said Luis Torres, Dallas Fed senior business economist.
The Fed also reports that employment in Texas overall grew at an annualized 2.3% in January, while December job growth was 2.2%.
Texas Curriculum Under Review
The Texas State Board of Education is hearing public comment on proposed changes to the social studies curriculum at a meeting in Austin this morning.
Among the changes being considered is a stronger emphasis on U.S. and Texas history, taught in chronological order, starting in early grades.
The draft also includes references to religion as part of historical instruction, particularly when teaching about the founding of the United States and Western civilization.
A vote is expected to be scheduled later.
Rare Albino Bluebonnets Spotted
Rare albino bluebonnets were spotted on Friday at Inks Lake State Park in Central Texas, with park rangers sharing a photo.
Bluebonnets can be seen all over the state, as the Texas Department of Transportation sows 30,000 pounds of wildflower seeds, including bluebonnets, along highways every year.
In San Antonio, Bexar Blooms planted bluebonnets around downtown to celebrate the 125th anniversary of bluebonnets being named the state flower.
For Dallas area bluebonnet admirers, D Magazineput together a list of 40 spots to take pictures within a day’s driving distance of the city.
Bluebonnet season typically spans from early March to late April.
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➤ Fort Worth: An 18-wheeler carrying 9,000 gallons of gasoline erupted into flames on Sunday after hitting another vehicle and some powerlines. (See Photos)
➤ El Paso: The Bowling Family YMCA branch is terminating its lease with the city, citing financial issues as the reason for closing. The city will evaluate the property for future use as part of the Parks Master Plan process. (More)
➤ Rio Grande Valley: Power companies worked to restore electricity across the region yesterday after a Sunday morning storm knocked out power to as many as 18,000 customers. All power has been restored. (More)
➤ Corpus Christi: Heavy rain forced the last-minute cancellation of the 84th Easter Sunrise Passion Play on Sunday morning at the Cole Park amphitheater. (Details)
➤ Houston: The City Council District C special election is heading for a runoff, with the date to be determined. (More)
➤ San Antonio: Northside Independent School District has paused nearly $200 million in improvements at nine elementary schools that were funded by a 2022 bond issue. Officials cite declining enrollment. (Details)
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➤ Golfer J.J. Spaun won the Valero Texas Open in San Antonio this weekend at 17-under, one shot ahead of the field. It’s his third career PGA Tour victory. (More)
➤ Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg scored 45 points against the Lakers on Sunday night, pushing him past Charlotte’s Kon Knueppel to the top of the NBA Rookie of the Year odds. (More)
➤ Former Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman said the Dolphins hired him as a consultant because of the information he gathers as ESPN’s Monday Night Football analyst. He added that Dallas never asked him to fill a similar role. (More)
➤ Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans said the team’s free agency moves won’t change Houston’s draft approach, emphasizing the organization will take the best player available regardless of position. (More)
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➤ Property developer Centennial reportedly plans to demolish portions of The Shops at Willow Bend in Plano, aiming to reimagine it as a mixed-use district featuring retail, restaurants, office space, a hotel, and homes. (More)
➤ Oil field services company Weatherford has proposed moving its legal headquarters from Ireland to Texas, pending approval by shareholders. (More)
➤ The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport announced that it plans to add more local dining favorites, including Desnudo Coffee, Rockman Coffee + Bakeshop, and austiNuts, to its food court. (Details)
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➤ The Easter Bunny brought joy to Christus Mother Frances Hospital’s NICU in Tyler, cuddling with babies and posing for photos. (See Photos)
➤ After a fire destroyed the sanctuary of Fort Graham Baptist Church in Whitney, the congregation held Easter services in their fellowship hall thanks to the generosity of other churches, who loaned equipment, including a sound system. (See Video)
➤ Ella Langley’ssongChoosin’ Texas rebounded a spot for a fifth week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song first charted in February. (See Video)
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Strong Job Growth Expected
