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Vance to Give Commencement, Big Boy No. 4014, and Tattoo Regret

Vice President JD Vance will serve as the commencement speaker at the 2026 U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) graduation ceremony Thursday, May 28, at Falcon Stadium.                
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Article Icon 1Vance to Speak at Air Force Ceremony

Vice President JD Vance will serve as the commencement speaker at the 2026 U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) graduation ceremony Thursday, May 28, at Falcon Stadium.

Tickets are required for the event, and gates open to the public at 6 a.m., three hours before the ceremony begins at 9 a.m.

The Thunderbirds, an Air Force demonstration squadron known for high-speed aerial maneuvers, will perform a flyover of the stadium, weather permitting. The air show is slated for 11:25 a.m.

According to USAFA, more than 900 cadets will commission as officers in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force during the ceremony.

Article Icon 1Big Boy No. 4014 Returns

Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, will make a handful of stops in Colorado this July to round out its 2026 summer tour.

The train sets out today from its home base of Cheyenne, Wyoming. From there, it will journey to the East Coast and back as part of a first-ever coast-to-coast tour celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

The locomotive arrives in Colorado July 27, first stopping in Kit Carson and Strasburg before passing through Denver and Greeley on its way north to Cheyenne. See a schedule here.

As part of the tour, the Union Pacific Museum will sell tickets for rides in vintage passenger cars pulled by Big Boy through the Poconos Mountains in Pennsylvania.

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The $10 Billion Tungsten Boom

The global tungsten market is surging toward $10 billion by 2030 for one simple reason: modern industry has no substitute for it. From the precision drills that build our cities to the high-heat engines that power our flight, tungsten is the indispensable "backbone" of global manufacturing.

With global prices recently surging 557% and U.S. inventory at a critical zero, the demand for a domestic source has reached a boiling point. It’s happening right as United States Tungsten is aiming to reestablish domestic tungsten to supply the 25-year growth cycle of American industry. 

They’re already in supply talks with the U.S. Government. This is your opportunity to invest in United States Tungsten as they bring this critical resource back online.
Around Colorado

These photos of iconic Colorado landmarks over the years show just how much the state’s best-known places have changed. (See Photos)

This list of 11 Eastern Plains museums offering free admission this summer includes everything from the Bailey Saddleland Museum in Simla to an old jail in Cheyenne Wells. (See List)

Three small towns in Colorado claimed spots on Travel + Leisure’s list of the country’s top 10 summer getaways. (See List)

Four cities in the state were named among the best places to live in the nation on U.S. News & World Report's 2026-27 rankings. (See List)

Colorado leads the nation in tattoo regret—ranking No. 1 for tattoo removal and cover-up searches per capita—according to a new study. (More)

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This Metal Jumped 557% and Is Still Climbing

From semiconductors to EVs, aerospace, and more, tungsten is used across $12.33 trillion in markets. And one company is unlocking this critical resource on U.S. soil for the first time in years.

United States Tungsten is aiming to reestablish tungsten on American soil. The company has a roadmap to dominate the domestic supply chain as the U.S. cuts its reliance on foreign imports.

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The Poll

Do you have a tattoo?

  1. Yes
  2. Not yet, but I want one
  3. No tattoos, no plans
 

Yesterday's Results:

How do you think the Avalanche will do in Game 3 tonight?

  1. Blow out: 33%
  2. Close loss: 26%
  3. I’m watching regardless: 14%
  4. I’m not watching regardless: 14%
  5. Win and get back in it: 13%
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What is the name of the explorer after whom Pikes Peak was named?

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Happy Memorial Day from the Texas Flyover

We hope you're having a good and meaningful Memorial Day. Today's edition is abbreviated as our staff takes time to celebrate the day with their families. We'll be back with the full lineup on Wednesday.
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The Roundup

Article Icon 1Cornyn Won't Commit to Backing Paxton

Sen. John Cornyn on Sunday declined to say whether he would support Trump-endorsed Ken Paxton if the Texas attorney general wins their upcoming GOP Senate runoff. Cornyn said he expects to win the nomination and called the question speculative.

Trump endorsed Paxton last week, praising him as a "true MAGA Warrior" while describing Cornyn as a "good man" who was late to back him.

The runoff has drawn comparisons to the primary defeats of Sen. Bill Cassidy and Rep. Thomas Massie, both of whom lost to Trump-backed challengers. Cornyn said his situation is different.

Election Day for the primary runoff is this Tuesday. The winner will face Democrat James Talarico in November.

Article Icon 1Carry the Load Honors the Fallen

Several hundred people walked a three-mile loop through Trinity Park in Fort Worth on Saturday as part of Carry the Load, a national event honoring fallen service members and first responders.

The event drew veterans, active military, police, firefighters, and community members. Fort Worth Police Chief Eddie Garcia delivered opening remarks. Boy and Girl Scouts lined the route with flags. Photos honoring Texas fallen heroes were displayed near the Fort Worth Police and Firefighters Memorial.

The event is held in nearly 75 cities nationwide, including 14 Texas locations. Event director Matt Fryman said, "There have been so many that have sacrificed so much for our country and for our freedoms. Memorial Day is a day to give to honor those that have died in the line of duty, in our military service, and for those families that have lost somebody. Memorial Day is every day for them." 

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The $10 Billion Tungsten Boom

The global tungsten market is surging toward $10 billion by 2030 for one simple reason: modern industry has no substitute for it. From the precision drills that build our cities to the high-heat engines that power our flight, tungsten is the indispensable "backbone" of global manufacturing.

With global prices recently surging 557% and U.S. inventory at a critical zero, the demand for a domestic source has reached a boiling point. It’s happening right as United States Tungsten is aiming to reestablish domestic tungsten to supply the 25-year growth cycle of American industry. 

They’re already in supply talks with the U.S. Government. This is your opportunity to invest in United States Tungsten as they bring this critical resource back online.
Around Texas

Beeville: First responders rescued an infant from a car that was swept into a flooded low-water crossing on Saturday, as heavy Memorial Day weekend rains inundated the south Texas city. (See Video)

Statewide: Texas shoppers have until midnight Monday to use the Memorial Day Energy Star and WaterSense tax-free weekend, covering air conditioners, refrigerators, dishwashers, and water-saving products. (More)

Allen: EagleNXT, a drone company supplying the U.S. Army, is opening its first Texas manufacturing center in Allen after relocating its global headquarters from Wichita, Kansas, to the DFW suburb. (More)

Galveston: Gulf Copper breaks ground June 1 on a new shipyard to build Arctic Security Cutters for the U.S. Coast Guard, three of the five vessels in a $3.5 billion trilateral U.S.-Canada-Finland contract. (More)

Rockwall: Rockwall County unveiled a Ten Commandments monument on the courthouse lawn, drawing a large crowd of supporters who called the installation a celebration of American legal heritage and religious history. (More)

Corpus Christi has cemented its status as America's top energy export hub, shipping more crude oil than any other U.S. port, driven by shale growth and surging global demand. (More)

South Padre Island: South Padre Island has been ranked the No. 1 most affordable family vacation destination in the U.S. for 2026, topping national rankings for beaches, budget-friendly lodging, and family-friendly activities. (More)

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This Metal Jumped 557% and Is Still Climbing

From semiconductors to EVs, aerospace, and more, tungsten is used across $12.33T in markets. And one company is unlocking this critical resource on U.S. soil for the first time in years.

United States Tungsten is aiming to reestablish tungsten on American soil. The company has a roadmap to dominate the domestic supply chain as the U.S. cuts its reliance on foreign imports.

Lock in your United States Tungsten investment as they aim to restart domestic tungsten production.

This is a paid advertisement for United States Tungsten Company’s Regulation CF offering. Please read the offering circular at https://invest.unitedstatestungsten.com/
The Polling Station

Have you ever played on a team in a softball league?

  1. Yes
  2. No
  3. I still do!
 

Yesterday's Results:

Do you have a military veteran in your family?

  1. Yes: 69%
  2. I am a veteran: 19%
  3. No: 12%
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What Texas-born aviator famously claimed to have flown from New York to Ireland by mistake in 1938?

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Early Alzheimer’s Signs, Doug McCain, and a Parenting Debate

Researchers identify subtle warning signs, the McCain family mourns a loss, and one mom’s travel rule sparks conversation.

 

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