Texas’ rise as a center of business activity is well-documented. Over the past decade, companies across industries have expanded their presence in the state, drawn by its scale, talent base, and operating environment. Rachel Racz, President of Nasdaq Texas, puts it in global terms: “If Texas were its own country, it would be the eighth-largest […]
Melissa Brooks
Melissa Brooks manages advertising operations at The Texas Tribune. Before joining the Tribune in the fall of 2024, she worked as a software engineer and taught software development to students all over the world online.
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The Big Business Behind Texas’ Smallest Wells
Low-producing wells account for 5% of oil and gas production but roughly half of methane emissions
at oil and gas well sites. The ownership data tells a story many Texans haven’t heard.
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Best Debt Relief Programs in Texas 2026: Companies That Can Help You Settle Unsecured Debt
When standard monthly payments stop being workable, debt relief programs offer a structured path forward — through settlement negotiations, a debt management plan, or consolidation. For Texas residents, finding the best debt relief companies means looking closely at fees, minimum debt thresholds, timelines, accreditations, state licensing, and how Texas law affects your options. This guide […]
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Why Companies Are Choosing Texas and Signaling It to Markets
Across sectors, companies are making more deliberate decisions about where they anchor their long‑term growth. Those decisions increasingly account for governance frameworks, access to capital, and the ability to scale with confidence over time. Texas has become part of that conversation as companies evaluate how policy, economic momentum, and market access intersect. Recent years have […]
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Building Stronger Communities: How CG-USA Is Bringing Texans Together
Texans are a proud, independent bunch who understand the importance of personal responsibility and accountability. Each of us knows we have a role to play in building a more civil society. This is where Common Ground USA (CG-USA) plays an important role. CG-USA’s work in Texas brings people together—from neighbors to community champions to state-level […]
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Texas Public Charter Schools Build Brighter Futures for Students
Texas public charter schools have empowered parents and nurtured students for 30 years. What’s behind their success?
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Building Credit From Scratch: New Options for Texans
BY IVAN ARNAUDOV CEO of Access Finance, the company behind the Juzt credit card. For many people, the first experience with credit can feel frustrating. Lenders often want to see a history of borrowing and repayment before approving a credit card or loan. But if you have never used credit before, that history simply does […]
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Harris County Area Agency on Aging: Planning for the Future of Healthy Aging
A three-year roadmap to strengthen services, expand access, and support older adults, caregivers, and communities across Harris County
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Why More Texans Are Taking Their Power Back
Rising energy costs, an unpredictable grid, and new technology have changed the thinking on home solar and battery storage. Here’s what Texas families need to know.
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Earthx2026 Tackles Major Climate Issues with Thought-Provoking Conversation
Climate Issues Political Polarization, Market-Driven Solutions, Resource Management, Public Trust, and the Future of Life-Centered Design