Monday, July 29, 2024

MONDAY, JULY 29, 2024

Good morning! On this day in 1958, less than a year after the Soviet Union launched the satellite Sputnik, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation creating the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

If it’s time for a vacation, check out this list of 10 top-notch Texas resorts!

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CenterPoint Apologizes For Beryl Response

CenterPoint Energy executives apologized to customers during a Thursday meeting of the Public Utility Commission for their lackluster response to Hurricane Beryl earlier this month, promising to improve preparation, communication, and cooperation with local agencies.

The company said it’s investing in vegetation management, mobile generators, and replacing 1,000 wooden poles with composite ones. They also plan to roll out a new, neighborhood-level outage tracker.

The PUC will offer an online survey for CenterPoint customers and local governments to get feedback on the company’s performance during the hurricane.

UT Tyler Med Students Train on Robots

Medical students at The University of Texas at Tyler are now treating robotic dolls like “Hal” that are programmed to exhibit all kinds of symptoms. Here’s a video.

According to Dr. Jeffrey Pearl, the School of Medicine’s Associate Dean, these lifelike simulations are crucial for connecting classroom learning to hands-on patient care.

Each computerized manikin costs between $70,000 to $120,000.

Texas Resorts: From Dude Ranches to Spas

For those seeking to soak in more of their home state for their next vacation, this curated list features 10 all-inclusive and package-style resorts across Texas, offering options from rural retreats to urban wellness centers.

The Dixie Dude Ranch in Bandera gives visitors a chance to unplug, as the resort intentionally doesn’t provide Wi-Fi or TVs. Guests can stay in bunkhouses, go horseback riding, and savor “Texas-sized” home-cooked meals.

Cibolo Creek Ranch, a five-star resort spanning 30,000 acres near Marfa, features 19th-century forts, and Miraval Austin offers meditation and belly dancing.

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Cesar Millan Says: “Do This Daily For Your Dog’s Health”

Have you heard of Cesar Millan, the legendary dog behaviorist?

He was the original host of the Emmy-nominated TV series “The Dog Whisperer,” where he helped dog parents transform troubled dogs into calm, loving pups.

Now, Cesar’s spreading the word about the secrets he uses to keep his dogs happy and healthy. This includes some of the realities of U.S. dog food — and how it may be harming your dog’s health.

Click here to watch Cesar Millan’s free video and see the difference in your dog yourself.

➤ Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the Biden administration to block a federal rule that prohibits healthcare providers from notifying or obtaining the consent of a minor’s parents before prescribing her birth control. (More)

➤ Rusk County: The Henderson Overton Branch rail line is receiving a $15 million upgrade to accommodate more traffic. The project, expected to provide hundreds of temporary jobs, is funded by private investments and an $8.48 million federal grant. (More)

➤ Amarillo: The police department is outfitting officers’ handguns with a holographic single-point optic system that allows the user to keep both eyes open when shooting. (See Video)

➤ El Paso: The Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority is soliciting proposals for work required to reopen the Wyler Aerial Tramway, which has been closed since 2018 due to concerns about its age. (See Details)

➤ Canton: Landowners gathered at a Thursday meeting hosted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to express their concerns about a proposed biosolids plant in nearby Mabank. (More)

➤ Laredo: Hundreds of people were evacuated from the Webb County Justice Center Friday morning after the county received a bomb threat that proved to be fake. The Cybercrime Unit with the sheriff’s office is investigating the incident. (See Video)

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➤ Alex Bregman hit a clutch walk-off home run off All-Star closer Blake Treinen to help the Astros defeat the Dodgers 7-6 on Saturday. (See Home Run)

➤ Former Vanderbilt ace and Texas Rangers prospect Kumar Rocker pitched his first game in well over a year on Friday, striking out four hitters and allowing just one hit over three innings for the Frisco RoughRiders. (More)

➤ San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama scored an incredible dunk in France’s 78-66 win over Brazil in the Olympics. (See Dunk)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: MLB | PGA | LPGA

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➤ Verily Life Sciences, a subsidiary of Google parent company Alphabet, is moving its headquarters from California to Dallas. The company plans to double its Dallas workforce and expand its office space in the next 18 months. (More)

➤ SpaceX plans to build a $15 million complex in Brownsville, including a shopping center with a grocery store, retail shops, a cafe, and a restaurant overlooking the Rio Grande. (See Details)

➤ GE Aerospace says it wants to expand its engine repair facilities near DFW Airport, investing $50 million in improvements and equipment. The company is seeking a tax abatement from Fort Worth for the project. (More)

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Cesar Millan has teamed up with Dr. Marty Goldstein, a renowned veterinarian known for saving terminally ill pets, to expose 2 potential red flags about some modern American dog food.

They’ve also identified 4 superfood ingredients you can add to your dog’s food to help optimize their health AND support more healthy years together. You might even have a few of these foods in your kitchen right now!

In their exclusive video, Cesar Millan and Dr. Marty reveal these shocking dog food secrets — and the easy way you can help your dog experience “perfect” poops, virtually itch-free skin, and more youthful energy.

Dog people who’ve tried their method report improvements in their dogs’ poops, skin, coat health, and their moods — in a matter of weeks.

Click here to watch Cesar Millan’s free video and see the difference in your dog yourself.

➤ A dog named Beaux from Houston was found 350 miles away in Edinburg after missing for over a year. He was reunited with his owner thanks to being microchipped. (See Photos)

➤ Two divers were rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard after being lost at sea for 36 hours off the Texas coast near Matagorda. They are reported to be in stable condition. (More)

➤ A 9-year-old Texas boy with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is touring the U.S. in the backseat of a motorcycle to raise awareness for the disease. He recently completed a 4,000-mile journey ending in San Antonio. (See Photos)

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