Brownsville just pulled off a bold move—de-annexing 445 acres to unlock a $220 million SpaceX investment for water and wastewater upgrades, boosting daily capacity by up to 18 million gallons. City commissioners approved it fast, Mayor Cowen calling it essential growth infrastructure for future generations. SpaceX’s VP clarified they’re not getting special treatment—they’re like any other customer, but this deal expands community-wide water access. The plan includes an 8-million-gallon/day reuse program and a 10-million-gallon expansion at a regional plant, adding critical capacity to the city’s current 22 million gallons per day, mostly from the Rio Grande. SpaceX kicks things off with $40 million in escrow, with the rest coming quarterly—a massive commitment to secure Brownsville’s long-term water future.

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Tropical Storm Edouard is slamming Southeast Texas with heavy rain and wind, prompting urgent school closures in districts like Conroe and Willis to protect students and staff. Officials are closely monitoring the storm’s path as flooding risks rise, and updates will continue as conditions evolve—safety first, even if it means disrupting routines.

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Tony Romo, former NFL QB and CBS color commentator, pleads no contest to operating while intoxicated after his July arrest in Milwaukee — where he was pulled over on a high-rise bridge claiming he’d just finished a golf tournament. Facing a $784 fine, mandatory alcohol assessment, ignition interlock device installation, and a six-month driver’s license suspension, Romo’s legal troubles stem from failing sobriety tests. The case, now closed, marks a sobering moment for the retired Cowboys star known for calling multiple Super Bowls.

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