Saturday, December 13, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1989, the Texas legislature passed the Texas Workers' Compensation Act, which replaced the Industrial Accident Board with the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission and increased maximum benefits from $238 to $416 a week.

Uncertain of your next Texas destination for a weekend visit? You could try the town of Uncertain! Find out more about some of Texas' best offbeat towns in today's Roundup.

In today's Flyover Podcast, host Amy Hess offers a special feature on an Austin man known as "The Singing Cowboy," who fulfills musical last wishes for the terminally ill—offering comfort, dignity, and peaceful goodbyes through bedside concerts. You can watch the interview here.

Keep an eye on your inbox later today: we're sending a partner message from Incogni about how scammers get your data and what you can do to protect yourself.

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ERCOT Approves $9B Electric Superhighway

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) approved a $9 billion project this week to build a network of long-distance power lines being called a "superhighway."

The network will cover massive swaths of East Texas as ERCOT seeks to address the state's growing energy needs, stemming from extensive growth as well as the development of high-powered data centers across the state.

With a planned completion set for the next decade, the superhighway will consist of 765-kilovolt lines, more than double the voltage of 345-kV transmission lines commonly used on the grid.

Public Utility Commission of Texas Chairman Thomas Gleeson emphasized the need for transparency as the now-approved project takes shape, especially "given the magnitude of this and the cost."

Texas Sues Healthcare Giant Epic Systems

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued Epic Systems, the healthcare data software company behind platforms such as MyChart, alleging monopolizing practices in the market and the "gatekeeping" of children's medical information.

Paxton is claiming in the antitrust suit that Epic is intentionally hiding "children's medication lists, treatment notes and provider messages from parents."

An electronic health record (EHR) giant, Epic holds records for over 325 million patients and is used by 42% of U.S. hospitals.

List: Nine Offbeat Texas Destinations

Texas' thriving metropolises offer plenty of reasons for people to visit, but WorldAtlas has created a list of nine towns off the beaten path that offer their own unique attractions as well.

The list includes Goliad, the site of a battle for Texas independence that rivals the Alamo in historical significance, as well as Muenster, which might feel more like a town in Germany to some visitors.

Rocksprings offers the Historic Rocksprings Hotel and proximity to the Devil's Sinkhole natural wonder, San Saba is the Pecan Capital of the World, and Pittsburg has a full-scale replica of the Ezekiel Airship.

And you can't miss the town of Uncertain, if only for its name! See the full list of offbeat Texas towns here.

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➤ Statewide: Rep. Jasmine Crockett leads Rep. James Talarico in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, according to the first polling since Crockett announced her candidacy. (More)

➤ Statewide: Over 500 Texas employees are being laid off through the holiday season in the latest of a series of mass layoffs impacting the state, especially in the manufacturing industry. (More)

➤ San Antonio: Pabst Brewing Company's San Antonio office was among the organizations announcing mass layoffs this week, with up to 70 employees laid off. (See Details)

➤ Gatesville: Timothy Cottongim, CEO of Mavrick Rentals LLC, was arrested Thursday in connection to a fraud investigation alleging he misappropriated over $300,000 in company funds. (See Details)

➤ Bastrop: The largest medical cannabis facility in the state opened this week in Bastrop, with Texas Original moving its headquarters to the 75,000 square-foot structure. (More)

➤ Houston led all Texas cities in vehicle thefts in November, according to data from the Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority. Pickup trucks accounted for four of the top six most stolen models in the city. (More)

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➤ Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez finished fifth in Heisman Trophy voting this year—the highest of any defensive player in the country. The top four was composed of three quarterbacks and a running back. (More)

➤ Kentucky football is hiring Texas A&M defensive coordinator Jay Bateman as their own defensive coordinator, although he's expected to stay with the Aggies through their run in the College Football Playoff. (More)

➤ Meanwhile, TCU hired away UConn offensive coordinator Gordon Sammis to fill their own position vacancy following Kendal Briles' departure last week. Sammis has a strong reputation for developing offensive line talent and quarterbacks. (More)

➤ No. 16 Texas Tech basketball plays No. 17 Arkansas at the American Airlines Center in Dallas today in a rematch of last year's Sweet 16 matchup, which the Red Raiders won in overtime. (More)

➤ Tarleton State football hosts Villanova this morning in the FCS playoff quarterfinals on ESPN. Kickoff is set for 11:00 a.m. (How to Watch)

From @thetxmemes via Instagram.

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➤ Officials allowed media to view renovations on Battleship Texas in Galveston for the first time this week, showcasing the $75 million transformation project on the 111-year-old vessel. (See Photos)

➤ Lady Bird, the newest baby elephant at the Fort Worth Zoo, got an early Christmas present in the form of a donut toy, and she appears to be thrilled with it. (See Video)

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