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Energy & Environment

Texas Agency Bans Utility Cutoffs For Failure To Pay

Posted on February 22, 2021 · The Public Utility Commission of Texas has implemented a ban on utility cutoffs for consumers who don’t pay their bills. The move does not apply to cooperatives or to municipality-owned utilities like CPS in San Antonio or Austin Energy.

Energy & Environment

State regulators approve controversial Texas electricity market reform

Posted on January 20, 2023 · The substantial change in the way the state’s market works will first be reviewed by the Legislature.

Texas

Texas lawmakers considering power grid fix that ignores last year’s blackout

Posted on November 17, 2022 · A report commissioned by the Public Utility Commission of Texas estimates that the performance credit mechanism could increase electricity costs on the state's grid by $460 million a year. Proponents of the credits say electric companies may eat some of that cost and not pass it on to consumers.

Arts & Culture

Heartbreaking tribute to Uvalde school shooting victims at San Antonio’s Muertosfest

Posted on October 31, 2022 · Lanier High School art students built an altar dedicated to the students and teachers who lost their lives at the Robb Elementary School shooting.

Town Square

Understanding Adoption

Posted on September 14, 2022 · Adopting a child can be very rewarding but it can also be a very long and complicated process for many potential parents. Here’s what you should know before you decide if it’s right for you.

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Energy & Environment

Texas Agency Bans Utility Cutoffs For Failure To Pay

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