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Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1918, Mexican raiders attacked the Neville ranch in northwest Presidio County, killing the owner's son and housekeeper. The attack occurred two months after Texas Rangers executed 15 Mexicans from nearby Porvenir. Federal troops who responded to the attack found German-made Mauser rifles among the raiders.

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Explosion Sparks Valero Refinery Fire

An explosion and fire at the Valero refinery in Port Arthur on Monday evening prompted local officials to issue a shelter-in-place order as first responders battled the blaze overnight. No injuries were reported, and the order has since been lifted. Click here for a video.

After roads in the area were closed, several schoolchildren were stranded in Sabine Pass, so Jefferson County deputies used a boat to take them home. Two Port Arthur ISD schools had delayed starts yesterday, while another canceled classes completely.

Jefferson County Sheriff Zena Stephens said a heater unit might have caused the explosion. Testing conducted by Valero, the Port Arthur Fire Department, and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has not indicated any air quality risks.

The refinery employs about 770 people and processes 435,000 barrels of oil per day.

TEA Orders Removal of Chavez References

The Texas Education Agency has directed the state's public schools to "eliminate, modify, and otherwise alter" lessons or activities to remove references to Cesar Chavez, the late labor leader who was recently accused of sexually abusing women and girls in an investigative report by the New York Times.

In its letter to district officials and school administrators, TEA indicated that curriculum components explicitly focused on Chavez would likely be removed from the state's social studies standards, which are currently being rewritten by the State Board of Education.

Austin ISD plans to recognize United Farm Workers Association co-founder Dolores Huerta on March 31, a state holiday to honor Chavez. Gov. Greg Abbott has directed state agencies to cancel events related to Cesar Chavez Day, and he's called for repealing the statute designating it as a state holiday.

The allegations have also sparked discussions to rename streets named after Chavez in several major Texas cities, including Austin, San Antonio, and Dallas.

Boring Company Picks Dallas for Free Tunnel

Elon Musk's The Boring Company selected a proposal to connect a development in southern Dallas with the University of North Texas at Dallas DART Station as one of three winners of its Tunnel Vision Challenge, an initiative to showcase the Bastrop company's technology by building a one-mile underground loop.

The project was one of five Texas-based proposals among the 16 finalists for the competition, which received 487 entries. The Boring Company will build the loop at no cost to the city or developer if it's approved.

"This is a sign of greater things to come," City Council member Lorie Blair said in a statement, while developer Mike Hoque said the recognition "shows how emerging infrastructure solutions can strengthen access to transit, jobs, and opportunity for the surrounding community."

The University Hills development is slated to include 580 single-family homes, 1,500 apartments, and 1.5 million square feet of commercial space. Projects in New Orleans and Baltimore were also selected as winners, while proposals from Bastrop, San Antonio, The Woodlands, and Waco were among the finalists.

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A Final, Stern Warning For Retirees

Economists point to the “Expectations Index” as a key signal of America’s financial health. When the Index is below 80, it’s a major warning sign that a recession is near. In January, it fell to 65.

This isn't just a dip, it's a declaration. Our economy relies on a strong job market and confident consumers buying goods. In 2026, America’s working class is cutting non-essential spending.

An HR executive reports: “A worried and distracted workforce, whose concerns have them in 'survival mode.'" This "crisis of confidence" may impact those near retirement the most. It indicates deep, structural stress in the framework that supports your 401(k) s and IRAs.

Most 401(k)s and IRAs are designed for "fair weather." They thrive when the economy is booming. They are not built to withstand the pressure of “a 12-year low in consumer confidence.” Gold is the "foul weather" fund. When expectations drop and paper markets begin to crumble, the rich often turn to physical gold and silver to preserve their wealth.

Download the FREE 2026 Gold Investing Guide, and we’ll give you the step-by-step process that can protect your retirement savings from this crumbling economy.

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➤ Fort Worth ISD: Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath appointed a nine-person board of managers for the district and named Dr. Peter Licata as its new superintendent. Last October, TEA announced it would take over the district after years of poor performance. (More)

➤ The U.S. Supreme Court rejected an appeal from death row inmate Rodney Reed to reexamine evidence that his attorneys claim could exonerate him of a 1996 rape and murder. The court also rejected an appeal from a Laredo woman who claims her free speech rights were violated when she was arrested for publishing police information about a crime suspect in 2017. (More)

➤ Three Rivers: The city was notified that it could soon lose access to Choke Canyon Reservoir as a water source due to larger-than-expected transfers to Lake Corpus Christi. The town has been under Stage 4 water restrictions since 2024 and had been informed it could use the reservoir for another year. (More)

➤ Celina: Police broke up a house party that drew up to 800 teens and young adults on Saturday night. Two people were arrested, and shots were fired as attendees fled. No injuries were reported. (More)

➤ Austin: A jury couldn't be seated in the misdemeanor deadly conduct trial for Daniel Perry, a former U.S. Army sergeant pardoned by Gov. Greg Abbott for the murder of a Black Lives Matter protester in 2020. His trial was rescheduled for October. (More)

➤ Dallas: A 25-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday morning after he was caught repainting a rainbow-colored crosswalk that had been removed the day before. He was cited for misdemeanor graffiti and arrested for unrelated warrants. (More)

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➤ The Texas Rangers initiated a mound visit with pitcher Carter Baumler during their Spring Training game on Monday, only to surprise him with news he'd made the Opening Day roster. (More)

➤ Spurs center Victor Wembanyama made his case for league MVP in a post-game presser, specifically comparing himself to the award's frontrunner, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. (More)

➤ Houston Texans wide receiver Tank Dell is changing his uniform number from 3 to 1 for the 2026 season. (More)

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➤ Lime, a San Francisco company known for its e-scooters, is rolling out its "most inclusive vehicle yet" in Dallas with the deployment of 150 LimeGliders—a pedal-less electric bike that's operated with a handlebar throttle. (More)

➤ Frisco, Flower Mound, Pflugerville, and McKinney are among the top 20 U.S. cities for career success among those with fewer than 250,000 residents, according to a CoworkingCafe analysis. (More)

➤ Texas led the nation last year in new solar power with the installation of 11 gigawatts of capacity. Meanwhile, Texas is expected to account for nearly 30% of the nation's data center market by 2028. (More)

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➤ Tyler's 67th annual Azalea & Spring Flower Trail is open to visitors through April 5. The 10-mile route showcases neighborhoods lined with azaleas, tulips, dogwoods, and other seasonal flowers. (More)

➤ Over 70 road signs with the name of the Fannin County community of Bug Tussle on them have been stolen over the years. Eventually, the Texas Department of Transportation refused to install any more. (More)

➤ The Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation developed an app to help homeowners select native plants for their yards and gardens. "They know they use less water, all of those good things, but they just don't know where to start," said Julie Shaddox of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation. (More)

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