Since the first class of AmeriCorps members pledged to “get things done for America” nearly 30 years ago, more than 1.3 million Americans have served.
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USDA to provide $466.5 million to Strengthen Global Food Security
Through Food for Progress, USDA will provide $218.5 million to help seven countries strengthen their agricultural systems, adopt climate smart technologies, sustainably increase productivity and expand international trade.
Bus Stop Safety
Bus stop safety for students as they return to school.
Consumer Alert - Nationwide CrowdStrike Scams
Texans should be aware that bad actors can use cybersecurity incidents to take advantage of consumers.
Elon Musk Says He’ll Move X and SpaceX to Texas
Musk said he decided to move his companies from California.
Trump Shot at Pennsylvania Rally
According to numerous reports, Trump reached up to grab his ear before falling to the ground, multiple security officers rushing to surround him on stage.
Texas Republicans Defend Trump After Guilty Verdict
Republicans across the party’s political spectrum denounced Trump’s guilty verdict on 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records.
Acetaminophen shows promise in patients with sepsis
Findings from NIH-supported clinical trial suggests the drug has the greatest benefit in the sickest patients.
What are the “Forever Chemicals” that EPA is Restricting?
The EPA recently set new limits on the toxic chemicals used to make everything from nonstick pans to firefighting foam.
National Service in Texas
Last year, more than 17,000 AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers served at more than 2,000 locations in Texas.
Phone Scam Targeting Clients who use Lone Star Cards
The HHS Office of Inspector General (OIG) reports that their Fraud Hotline is getting 10-15 complaints per day about the new telephone scam that involves a technique called spoofing.
USDA to Expand Clean Power in Rural Communities
The announcement includes the first five awards totaling $139 million under the Powering Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) program.
Supreme Court to Review President Trump’s Ballot Eligibility
The amicus outlines how the Colorado Supreme Court erred in a ruling that Colorado citizens may not cast their votes for President Trump.
USDA Announces Market Development Program Investments
FAS will provide $174.3 million for fiscal year 2024 to 68 nonprofit organizations and cooperatives.
Food Assistance Caught in Congressional Funding
Over 227,000 Texans could get turned away from the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children next year unless Congress allocates more money for the program.
NORAD Call Center is Ready to Track Santa
The 68th installment of NORAD Tracks Santa here will take on a visual blend of military background and holiday cheer as the NTS Call Center takes up residence in Hangar 123.
Trade Mission to the Republic of Korea
While in Seoul, participants will engage in two days of business-to-business meetings with potential importers, processors and distributors.
Citizenship and Integration Grant Program
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) awarded over $22 million in grants to 65 organizations in 29 states to help prepare lawful permanent residents (LPRs) for naturalization.
Rural Service Highlighted During Trip to Alaska
In Anchorage, the delegation met with RurAL CAP’s Elder Mentors, an AmeriCorps Seniors program focusing on language revitalization in Alaska Native communities across Alaska.
Kyle Rittenhouse Launches Nonprofit
The Rittenhouse Foundation promises to fight for the Second Amendment. The right to keep and bear arms.