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Gov. Abbott Is Prioritizing Wider Broadband Access. Rural Texas Cities Are Optimistic

Haya Panjwani, Texas Newsroom Legislative Fellow

Posted on February 5, 2021 · Poor internet connectivity has been a long-standing issue in many rural communities, and it’s now back in the spotlight after Gov. Abbott outlined broadband access as a priority in his State of the State Address on Feb. 1.

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Methane emissions, and the week in politics (Jan. 26, 2022)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on January 26, 2022 · On Wednesday's show: Methane leaking from oil and gas facilities in the Permian Basin, the week in politics, and the annual car and boat shows join forces.

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Shell Sells Off Its Oil And Gas Business In Texas’ Permian Basin, Seeking To Reduce Its Reliance On Fossil Fuels

Mitchell Ferman, Texas Tribune

Posted on September 21, 2021 · Texas-based ConocoPhillips bought Shell’s Permian Basin assets for $9.5 billion, its second major purchase in the oil-rich area over the last year.

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Weekly Oil And Gas Update: Winter Storm Helps Boost Texas Oil To More Than $60 Per Barrel

Kyra Buckley

Posted on February 24, 2021 · As Houstonians faced freezing temperatures and widespread power outages last week, the frigid weather also limited oil and gas production in the state. As output starts to stabilize this week, West Texas Crude is trading around $63 dollars a barrel.

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Gov. Greg Abbott Vows To Fight Joe Biden’s Energy And Climate Agenda

Patrick Svitek, Texas Tribune

Posted on January 28, 2021 · Abbott on Thursday signed an executive order that he said would "direct every state agency to use all lawful powers and tools to challenge any federal action that threatens the" energy sector in Texas.

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