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Yahoo
13-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Investments and new technologies will keep Texas the energy capital of the world
Texas is proud to be the energy capital of the world. However, our vast resources and sprawling infrastructure network are driving policy achievements far beyond the energy arena. Energy dominance is the cornerstone of President Trump's agenda, and he is committed to strengthening U.S. energy independence and reclaiming the mantle of global energy leadership. That means reversing disastrous Biden-era decisions such as the 'pause' on American liquefied natural gas exports, expediting infrastructure projects that have been snarled in regulatory delays, and encouraging domestic producers to accelerate exploration and production activities. It also means pursuing permitting reform and greenlighting more projects that will improve our energy supply chain. Developing an abundant energy supply here at home lessens our nation's reliance on nations such as China, Russia, Iran and Venezuela for the oil, gas, uranium and critical minerals that our economy relies on. Texas serves as a model for the responsible development of diverse and reliable energy that keeps costs low for hardworking families and attracts businesses of all sizes. We are the top producer of oil and gas in the nation and possess its largest refining capacity — approximately one-third of the national total. We also rank first and second in wind and solar production, respectively, and boast two nuclear generating stations. Our state is growing our nuclear capacity by embracing exciting technological advancements like small modular reactors. Additionally, Abilene Christian, a university I was proud to represent and work with as a state senator, is leading the way in researching and developing salt-cooled nuclear energy. Meanwhile, thanks to cutting-edge research at Texas A&M University, Texas is making incredible strides in graphene technologies. Graphene is a nanomaterial with countless applications in electronics and energy storage. Our state also has a supply of many of the world's most precious rare earth minerals in the Round Top Mountain property, which I manage as your Texas land commissioner. This balanced energy approach helps Texas prepare and respond to severe weather events and other emergencies. It has also played an increasingly important role in bolstering our national security as Texas leads the way in developing critical technologies. China has placed a premium on overtaking the U.S.'s technological leadership in areas such as artificial intelligence and cloud computing. Texas is doing its part to stand in the way of China's ambitions. We have established ourselves as a top destination for data center development, which provides the backbone for these critical technologies. In fact, thanks to our state's all-of-the-above energy policy and private companies, including data center developers, bringing their own resources to large-scale projects, Texas produces more than twice as much electricity as Florida and is the largest net supplier of energy in the nation, despite being the largest energy consumer. As head of the General Land Office, I have a front-row seat to the impact Texas has on our shared economic and security goals, both here in Texas and for the country writ large. The minerals produced on the land we lease — from gravel to limestone to lithium — support construction projects, manufacturing operations and power generation. Our oil and gas reserves make global commerce possible and fund critical public education initiatives, as well as disaster mitigation and recovery efforts. And the GLO's role as the steward of more than 13 million acres of state land has enabled us to meaningfully contribute to strategic national goals, including securing the southern border and serving our veterans through the programs of the Veterans Land Board, which is responsible for the nine state veteran homes and four veteran cemeteries. Texas has embraced its energy potential, and the results have been extraordinary. With strong leadership at the state and federal levels, Texas is poised to cement its role as an energy leader and a haven for smart public policy. Dawn Buckingham, MD, is the Texas Land Commissioner. She previously served as a state senator from Lakeway. This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Texas energy dominance is key to America's success | Opinion
USA Today
31-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
New Orleans Saints invite Southeastern WR to their local pro day for a second look
New Orleans Saints invite Southeastern WR to their local pro day for a second look The New Orleans Saints have met with an exceptional amount of prospects this spring, including players they invited recently to their local pro day. With the event having taken place on March 29, many prospects from the region were invited to meet with the staff and show off their skills. One of the prospects who attended the event was Southeastern wide receiver Darius Lewis, formerly of Abilene Christian, which was reported by Nick Underhill of Additionally, he notes that this is the second meeting between the two, having met with him at the south Louisiana pro day earlier in the week as well. In 2024 Lewis had a breakout season, posting 82 receptions for 806 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns, while also returning 22 punts for 406 yards. At 5-foot-8 and 150 pounds he is on the smaller side of the receiver group, but his exceptional speed makes up for it. He also has great hands and is able to pull in spectacular catches like this one from last season. The fact that the Saints have caught up with him twice is a good sign that he is on their radar, and considering their history of signing UDFA players with punt return history and speed to boot, Lewis could be the next in line among that group.
Washington Post
30-03-2025
- Sport
- Washington Post
Illinois State meets Abilene Christian in NIT
Abilene Christian Wildcats (22-12, 9-8 WAC) at Illinois State Redbirds (22-12, 15-7 MVC) Normal, Illinois; Thursday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Illinois State and Abilene Christian meet in the National Invitation Tournament. The Redbirds are 15-7 against MVC opponents and 7-5 in non-conference play. Illinois State is third in the MVC scoring 75.3 points while shooting 48.1% from the field. The Wildcats' record in WAC games is 9-8. Abilene Christian is third in the WAC scoring 71.6 points per game and is shooting 43.5%. Illinois State's average of 6.5 made 3-pointers per game this season is just 0.4 fewer made shots on average than the 6.9 per game Abilene Christian gives up. Abilene Christian averages 7.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.3 fewer makes per game than Illinois State allows. TOP PERFORMERS: Shannon Dowell is shooting 48.8% and averaging 16.9 points for the Redbirds. Elyce Knudsen is averaging 15.2 points over the last 10 games. Bella Earle is shooting 43.9% and averaging 14.0 points for the Wildcats. Meredith Mayes is averaging 14.7 points over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Redbirds: 7-3, averaging 75.2 points, 32.2 rebounds, 15.9 assists, 5.5 steals and 1.4 blocks per game while shooting 48.3% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 67.9 points per game. Wildcats: 7-3, averaging 69.5 points, 29.6 rebounds, 13.1 assists, 9.1 steals and 3.1 blocks per game while shooting 42.4% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 62.0 points. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
ISU advances to WNIT quarterfinals
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — The Illinois State women were comfortable in the home of the Illinois Wesleyan Titans. ISU beat Abilene Christian, 78-68, in the Super 16 of the WNIT in a game played at IWU's Shirk Center on Thursday. A scheduling conflict at CEFCU Arena prevented ISU from hosting the postseason tournament game at home so the Redbirds moved the game down the road to a friendly neighbor. The Redbirds (23-12) will host Louisiana Tech back at CEFCU in the tournament quarterfinals on Monday at 6 p.m. Shannon Dowell scored 28 points to lead the way. It's her fifth consecutive game scoring 20 or more points. The game was tied at halftime, but the Redbirds scored 45 points in the second half, making 15 of their 23 field goals (65.2%). Elyse Knudsen hit four three-pointers and added 16 points for ISU. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
27-03-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Illinois State meets Abilene Christian in NIT
Abilene Christian Wildcats (22-12, 9-8 WAC) at Illinois State Redbirds (22-12, 15-7 MVC) BOTTOM LINE: Illinois State and Abilene Christian meet in the National Invitation Tournament. The Redbirds are 15-7 against MVC opponents and 7-5 in non-conference play. Illinois State is third in the MVC scoring 75.3 points while shooting 48.1% from the field. The Wildcats' record in WAC games is 9-8. Abilene Christian is third in the WAC scoring 71.6 points per game and is shooting 43.5%. Illinois State's average of 6.5 made 3-pointers per game this season is just 0.4 fewer made shots on average than the 6.9 per game Abilene Christian gives up. Abilene Christian averages 7.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.3 fewer makes per game than Illinois State allows. TOP PERFORMERS: Shannon Dowell is shooting 48.8% and averaging 16.9 points for the Redbirds. Elyce Knudsen is averaging 15.2 points over the last 10 games. Bella Earle is shooting 43.9% and averaging 14.0 points for the Wildcats. Meredith Mayes is averaging 14.7 points over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Redbirds: 7-3, averaging 75.2 points, 32.2 rebounds, 15.9 assists, 5.5 steals and 1.4 blocks per game while shooting 48.3% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 67.9 points per game. Wildcats: 7-3, averaging 69.5 points, 29.6 rebounds, 13.1 assists, 9.1 steals and 3.1 blocks per game while shooting 42.4% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 62.0 points. ___
