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Five things you should know about Houston bats
Posted on · A local conservationist talks about the many species of bats that live in greater Houston and what they do for our natural environment.
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Statewide prison lockdown (Sept. 7, 2023)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: We learn why the Texas Department of Criminal Justice issued an immediate lockdown at all Texas prisons this week.
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An averted railroad strike, and the NPR Politics Podcast comes to Houston (Sept. 15, 2022)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: What we avoided from a possible rail worker strike. Then, the first of many interviews with candidates from local elections. And we learn all about the world of bats!
Energy & Environment
Got An Idea To Save Bats From White-Nose Syndrome? The Government Wants To Hear It!
Posted on · If your idea to combat the fungal disease is picked as one of the most promising, you could win up to $20,000 and work with scientists to test out your idea.
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Texas Bats Are Getting Some Much Needed Help
Posted on · Researchers are receiving funds to study a deadly epidemic among bats
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#HPMHarveyHeroes: The Challenge Of Rescuing And Rehabilitating Native Species After Harvey
Posted on · Hundreds of bats were rescued from the Waugh Bat Colony, along with pelicans from Galveston and other animals in danger.
News
Help A Team Of Texas Researchers Create A Bat Census
Posted on · A bat disease is spreading across the U.S., and a team of researchers at Texas A&M University is trying to monitor it in case it comes to Texas.
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Bats Play a Significant Role in Houston Ecosystem
Posted on · Houston is home to more than ten species of bats, many of them living in trees. If youâre surprised to learn those two facts, then you probably think you donât know too much about these winged animals. Donât worry though, youâre not alone. Thatâs the very reason we sent Houston Matters’ Edel Howlin out to […]
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The New Houstonians, Kids and Technology, and Bats: Houston Matters for Tues., Feb. 25, 2014
Posted on · In a typical year, more than 60,000 people move to the Houston region. They tend to be young (the median age in Harris County is just under 33). In many cases, they’re here to start or advance their careers, because this is where the jobs are. On this edition of Houston Matters, we’ll discuss what […]