EnergyX has launched its Project Lonestar lithium demonstration plant at TexAmericas Center, investing $20 million into the new facility. The plant will focus on extracting lithium, a key material used in electric vehicles and energy storage, as part of efforts to reduce reliance on foreign supply. Company officials, i...

The WHIT Program hosted its fourth annual Sneaker Ball on March 26 at the Cactus Hotel, raising money to support tutoring for foster children. The event included dinner, auctions, and a sneaker contest judged by local leaders, including the county judge and police chief. Founder Jennifer Lisson emphasized the importanc...

Texas lawmakers are being asked to study the possibility of adding two New Mexico counties-Lea and Roosevelt-to the state. State Rep. Carl Tepper says some officials in those counties have expressed frustration with their state government and interest in joining Texas. The proposal will be reviewed by a House committee...

Gas prices in Texas have now risen for four straight weeks, with the average cost reaching $3.61 per gallon, according to AAA Texas. Prices are being driven by high crude oil costs near $100 a barrel and increased seasonal demand as warmer weather approaches. Some areas, like Midland, are seeing even higher prices, whi...

A Texas man, Robert "Bobby" Leon Smith III, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for running a $61.5 million Medicare fraud scheme. Prosecutors say Smith used fake or purchased doctor's orders to send unnecessary medical products to patients across several states and overseas. He pleaded guilty in 2025 bu...