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Federal Funding Freeze Sparks Concern Among Nonprofits

Federal Funding Freeze Sparks Concern Among Nonprofits

Photo courtesy of Fox 4 News DALLAS – News of a federal funding freeze left nonprofit organizations scrambling, unsure of whether their essential programs would be impacted. The uncertainty triggered widespread concern, especially for organizations like Meals on Wheels, which depend heavily on federal funding to serve vulnerable populations. The lack of clear guidance from…MORE

Trump Orders a Funding Freeze on Federal Loans and Grants

Trump Orders a Funding Freeze on Federal Loans and Grants

Photo Courtesy of AP WASHINGTON — The White House is halting federal grants and loans starting Tuesday as part of a broader ideological review of federal spending led by President Donald Trump’s administration. The freeze, which could impact trillions of dollars in funding, is expected to disrupt a wide range of programs, including health care…MORE

East Texans Rally Against Proposal to Flood Their Land

East Texans Rally Against Proposal to Flood Their Land

Regional water planners would flood 67,000 acres in northeastern Texas and pipes would carry the water to DFW. DALLAS — In Cuthand, when the wind whispers, even nature listens. Beyond the soft rustle of oak leaves, the forest is still. White-tailed deer pause their grazing, alert, their eyes scanning the silence. On crisp days, the…MORE

North Texas Community Rallies Against Fracking Expansion

North Texas Community Rallies Against Fracking Expansion

Arlington Mayor Jim Ross has also voiced concerns ARLINGTON, Texas — Community leader and activist Ranjana Bhandari is raising concerns about a proposal to expand fracking operations in East Arlington. “The pollution from fracking— the fumes, the noise, the lights, the traffic— it’s a lot,” said Bhandari. Bhandari, who founded the grassroots organization Livable Arlington,…MORE