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Big tech???s data center PR problem
42+ min ago (242+ words) It takes a lot of energy, water and physical space to create a data center large enough to power tech companies’ AI ambitions. But people don’t want the headaches that come with those facilities in their own back yard. By…...
This beautiful beetle has some unique habits worth trying to spot
37+ min ago (388+ words) There are many varieties of tortoise beetles. Some are beautiful, some carry around their old exoskeletons and poop on their backs. By Laura RiceAugust 13, 2026 4:04 pmAgriculture & Animals, Arts & Culture, Bug Bites, Texas Standard Original This tortoise beetle was spotted in Brazil....
It’ll take a lot of change for one of the most iconic watering holes in Texas to reopen to swimming
6+ day, 3+ hour ago (892+ words) Jacob’s Well in Wimberley was flowing rapidly for a short time after July’s heavy rainfall. Now, the waters are receding again. By Laura RiceAugust 7, 2026 12:52 pmArts & Culture, Energy & Environment, Texas Standard Original Jacob’s Well is an earthly wonder so stunning that…...
These vines bloom beautifully, but also play an important role on Texas beaches
2+ week, 4+ hour ago (402+ words) Railroad vine holds it down for dunes, pollinators and the coastline. By Jace TunnellJuly 30, 2026 12:03 pmBeachcombing Report, KEDT Corpus Christi, Texas Standard Original Courtesy of Jace Tunnell / Harte Research Institute Jace Tunnell shows off a railroad vine bloom. The Texas Standard…...
A glimpse of the future of Texas wolves in a Navasota sanctuary
2+ week, 1+ day ago (1613+ words) For almost 25 years, the Saint Francis Wolf Sanctuary in Navasota has advocated for wolves and wolfdogs. While extirpated from the state since the late 20th century — could increased visibility and education bring hope? By Charlie SharpeJuly 29, 2026 2:14 pmAgriculture & Animals, Sounds of Texas,…...
The Texas Panhandle was hit by a magnitude 5.0 earthquake
3+ week, 2+ hour ago (521+ words) The strongest earthquake in the region in at least 100 years raised concerns about the potential impacts to the oil and gas industry, according to local county officials. By Rob Salinas, Houston Public MediaJuly 23, 2026 2:29 pmEnergy & Environment, Houston Public Media, The Texas…...
Communities change course in wake of Flock backlash
3+ week, 3+ hour ago (188+ words) Questions about what data surveillance cameras collect and how it’s used have led several communities to pause contracts with Flock Security. By Shelly BrisbinJuly 23, 2026 1:21 pmTech & Innovation, Texas Standard Original Cities across the country have been rethinking the use of license-plate…...
Prairie dogs return to Fort Worth refuge after mysteriously disappearing years ago
3+ week, 2+ day ago (1124+ words) The refuge is celebrating the animals’ return with a new viewing area for reintroduced colonies. By Sean Saldana & Porshea GoinsJuly 21, 2026 1:42 pmAgriculture & Animals, Texas Standard Original About a decade ago, one of the signature residents of the Fort Worth Nature Center…...
Several Central Texas lakes are full. What does that mean for drought and water safety?
3+ week, 2+ day ago (506+ words) Water levels at two reservoirs are at a seven-year high after recent flooding. By Sarah AschJuly 21, 2026 11:30 amEnergy & Environment, Texas Standard Original Lorianne Willett / KUT News Mansfield Dam opens up for the first time since 2019 in Austin on July 18, following heavy…...
This nearly invisible insect will damage plants — and may bite you
3+ week, 2+ day ago (606+ words) What you need to know about identifying and managing thrips. By Laura RiceJuly 21, 2026 11:03 amAgriculture & Animals, Arts & Culture, Bug Bites, Texas Standard Original m.borden, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons Damage on a plant attributed to thrips. Thrips are very, very small…...