Census Bureau releases 2025 Annual Survey of Public Pensions
The U.S. Census Bureau reports that public pensions exceeded $6 trillion nationwide in 2025 according to new survey results released May 14th. The findings include increases in asset investments and benefit payments compared to last year.
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San Antonio office construction slows as costs surpass rent growth, report says
San Antonio’s office construction has slowed due to high costs outpacing rent growth. Developers now focus on upgrading existing buildings while downtown vacancies rise.
City of Roanoke approved as Media Production Development Zone
The City of Roanoke has been named a Media Production Development Zone by state officials. The move aims to boost job creation through expanded media facility projects led by companies like Film and Music LLC.
Texas Education Agency appoints Beaumont ISD board of managers and superintendent
The Texas Education Agency has appointed a new superintendent and Board of Managers for Beaumont ISD following persistent academic challenges. Sandi Massey begins as interim superintendent while seven local leaders join as managers overseeing district operations.
Governor Abbott reappoints three to Jefferson and Orange Counties Board of Pilot Commissioners
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Brandy Bergeron, M.D., Shawn M. Sparrow, and Amy Townsend, M.D., to serve on the Jefferson and Orange Counties Board of Pilot Commissioners until August 2027. These appointments ensure continued oversight over maritime pilot services critical to local navigation safety.
DataBank secures $2 billion loan for Red Oak data center campus construction
DataBank has obtained a $2 billion loan to start building its Red Oak data center campus near Dallas. The first three facilities are already fully leased and scheduled for completion between January and March of 2027.
Governor Abbott reappoints Jon “Mark” Sjolander to Coastal Water Authority board
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Jon “Mark” Sjolander to serve on the Coastal Water Authority Board through April 2028. Sjolander brings experience from several local boards in Liberty County. The announcement highlights ongoing leadership efforts by Abbott’s administration.
Texas Tech researchers pilot LiDAR system to improve rural pedestrian safety
Texas Tech University researchers are launching a pilot project using LiDAR technology aimed at reducing pedestrian accidents in rural West Texas regions like Lubbock County. The team received federal funding for real-time warning systems designed specifically for challenging roadway conditions.
U.S. Census Bureau releases 2025 public employment and payroll data
The U.S. Census Bureau has published new statistics from its Annual Survey of Public Employment & Payroll for March 2025. The data covers state and local government jobs by function and includes updated files from previous years.