South Galveston News

Cornyn cites 20 Texas priorities included in the Water Resources Development Act

By James Ledbetter | Jan 13, 2021

Sen. John Cornyn has listed 20 Texas priorities he pushed for the Water Resources Development Act of 2020.

The City of Galveston is accepting applications for a COVID-19 rental assistance program

By James Ledbetter | Aug 14, 2020

The City of Galveston will begin the application process for a rental assistance program aimed at assisting those significantly impacted by COVID-19.

From Lone Star Standard

Texas sales tax revenue for July 2020 is up by 4.3% over previous year

By James Ledbetter | 3 years ago

The state's sales tax revenue was reported to be $2.98 billion in July 2020, 4.3% more than in the same month last year.

From Lone Star Standard

State officials waive in-person interviews to expedite SNAP applications

By James Ledbetter | 4 years ago

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has received authorization from the federal government to extend certifications for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program beneficiaries by six months.

Dickinson Economic Development Corp. doubles availability of small business grants

By James Ledbetter | May 23, 2020

Shortly after the City of Dickinson granted $200,000 to extend to small businesses, the Dickinson City Council authorized an extra $200,000 in grant money to help businesses through the COVID-19 crisis.